1. Women's Art Festival
More than 70 women will show and sell their handcrafted art at the 31st annual event. Media include fiber arts, pottery, jewelry, photography and more. (9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. St. Mary's University Center, 2540 Park Av. S., Mpls. womensartfestival.com)
2. Ubah Cristina Ali Farah
The author presents her new book, "Commander of the River," in conversation with Lorenzo Fabbri. The novel is a coming-of-age story in contemporary Italy, exploring racism, trauma and adolescent angst. (4 p.m. Wed. Andersen Library, 222 21st Av. S., Mpls. theitalianculturalcenter.org.)
3. Make & Mingle Winter Artist Market
Find the perfect one-of-a-kind gift for that special someone at this market, where local artists feature their work. Create your own holiday tag and sip on hot chocolate, too. (5-8 p.m. Thu. Silverwood Park, 2500 County Road E, St. Anthony. threeriversparks.org)
4. Union Pacific Holiday Train
Celebrating 25 years of seasonal merriment and supporting food banks and food shelves, the bedazzled train rolls through Minnesota this week with over a dozen stops. This year's pop-up concert features Tenille Townes and Breland, or Dallas Smith and MacKenzie Porter, depending on the location. (Dec. 8-15, see cpkcr.com for schedule.)
