NORWICH — Take a trip around the world with a fair trade sale, an international holiday tea and a chance to reach a helping hand across the ocean on Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6 at Broad Street United Methodist Church in Norwich.

The fair trade sale, organized by the United Methodist Women, will feature items handcrafted by artisans in Third World countries, including jewelry, holiday decorations and home décor.

“Through fair trade, we can change the lives of people we’ll never meet living in some of the poorest parts of the planet,” said event Chairwoman Amy Roth. “In exchange, we get to bring a little piece of faraway lands home in the form of the beautiful objects these artisans produce.”

Additionally, fare from around the globe can be sampledand purchased at the sale. “Our tea includes cookies made with recipes from other countries so you can taste the world, too,” said Roth.

The Fair Trade Sale and International Holiday Tea at Broad Street United Methodist Church is a great opportunity to buy unique, handcrafted Christmas gifts and to spend time with friends enjoying an afternoon tea featuring baked goods from around the world.