The One World Bazaar is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year. At the pop-up seasonal marketplace in Manotick, visitors can expect to shop the world under one roof with unique, one-of-kind pieces from countries all over the globe. “We travel a good part of the winter, work directly with artisans, and bring their handcrafted, beautiful goods back for a fall seasonal sale,” said Anneka Bakker, owner and general manager of the One World Bazaar. On Sunday, the bazaar was filled with everything from jewelry, clothing, furniture pieces, home décor and dishes. Agnes Potechin was making her yearly visit on Sunday. “It’s like a family tradition. Just love looking at all the different things that they pick up from all over the world,” said Potechin. Potechin purchased some decorative signs and a new mirror handcrafted in Indonesia for her new home. “I always buy something, whether it’s the circle of friends or the Buddha that you rub on his belly or some other stuff. Now, today, I’ve gotten a mirror,” said Potechin. The owners of the bazaar travel the world and do the shopping for you, working with some artisans for up to 40 years. The owners say they work with artisans of many countries, making sure they are paid a fair living wage that allows the crafters to support their families in a sustainable way. “You can point to anything, I can tell you who made it, how it’s made, what material, where it’s made, all that type of thing, which is something that you can’t really find all too much these days,” said Bakker. Every weekend, the One World Bazaar highlights a different country, celebrating with cultural food, music and entertainment. “We specialize in handcrafted goods, but we also provide free cultural programing every weekend. Fun, vendors and games outside. It’s really an experience for the whole family, not just the shoppers,” said Bakker. To celebrate the One World Bazaars’ milestone, organizers are conducting a draw for shoppers. The winner receives a $1,000 gift card and 45 minutes to themselves in the bazaar. The fall pop-up lasts for 10 weekends, running until Nov. 22.
