Treasure Hunt: When the calendar is on its final page, area art galleries close up for the winter or restrict hours to weekends or by-appointment only. But original fine art and handmade gifts can still be found with some forethought and planning.

‘Nautilus Platter’ is a beautiful blend of form and function. (Ceramic art by Albert Gomez)

Wildflowers Too! in Barnegat Light is open weekends, Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.