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FARMERS MARKET | Thornton
A farmers market and arts and crafts fair is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Wednesday through Oct. 15 at Hubbard Park, Hubbard and Margaret streets. There will be fresh fruits and vegetables, hand-crafted breads, pork chop sandwiches, vendors for products such as Avon, Tastefully Simple and Watkins. Vendors are welcome to register throughout the season.
FYI: For an application or additional information, call (708) 877-4454.
HARVEST OF CRAFTS | Griffith
The St. Mary Home & School Association from St. Mary School in Griffith will hold its annual Harvest of Crafts fair Oct. 11 and 12 at St. Mary-Hildebrandt Hall, 525 N. Lafayette, St. All proceeds benefit St. Mary School.
FYI: Call (219) 923-5735.
FALL FESTIVAL | Winfield
Crafters, vendors and flea marketers are welcome to participate in the Church of the Four Seasons Methodist's Fall Festival on Oct. 18. The church is located at 9100 E. 109th Ave., across from Lakes of the Four Seasons community. Call for booth rental information.
FYI: Call Barb at (219) 226-0369 or (219) 713-3610.
CRAFTERS NEEDED | Hobart
Kids 1st Preschool is sponsoring a fall craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 25 at First United Methodist Church in Hobart, 654 E. Fourth St. Crafters can rent an 8-by-10-foot booth space for $25. Admission is free and there will be gift ideas, door prizes and concessions.
FYI: Call the church at (219) 942-1601.
ARTISTS MEET | Hobart
The newly-formed Deep River Artists will meet at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 27 in the meeting room of the Visitor Center at Deep River County Park, 9410 Old Lincoln Hwy. Artists enjoy demonstrations, learn new techniques, present exhibits in Wood’s Mill Gallery, learn of area classes and exhibits and offer classes to members. They also meet in the park to paint together. Some members’ works may be seen in the Visitor Center (May - October) and are offered for sale. Artists are asked to bring to the meetings examples of their work to show and talk about - in the form of a photo or the actual artwork, if not too large. There are no dues and no registration.
FYI: Call (219) 947-1958.
QUILTING BEE | Hobart
Stop in Wood’s Grist Mill at Deep River County Park, 9410 Old Lincoln Hwy., from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 26 to visit with the Deep River Quilters as they work on the current quilt. This original quilt was pieced together using donated blocks donated by many quilters. Watch as volunteers hand-quilt this creation, giving it depth and dimension. Sit with them and put in a few stitches or learn about the quilting program. Quilts made at the park since 1979 are on exhibit.
FYI: Call (219) 947-1958.
ARTS AND CRAFTS | Highland
Highland Parks and Recreation Department's winter arts and craft show with vendor fair is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 30 at Lincoln Center, 2450 Lincoln St. Handmade items as well as products from direct sales will be available. Applications are available at www.highland.in.gov/parks. Returning arts and crafts vendors must register with payment for the winter show by Oct. 30 or the space will be given to another vendor. New vendors may sign up after Oct. 30. The cost is $50 for 10-by-10 center space/show or $75 for wall space/show. Not all spaces are guaranteed electricity. Vendors must participate for both days for the full duration of the show.
FYI: Call (219) 838-0114.
Vendors needed | Highland
Vendors are needed for St. James Women's Guild of Highland's Holiday Bazaar taking place Nov. 1.
FYI: Contact Diane Jalk at (219) 924-1778.
ANNUAL SHOW | Highland
GFWC Highland Woman's Club is seeking crafters for its annual craft show Nov. 1 and 2 at Highland High School.
FYI: Call Bev at (219) 924-0537 for an application.
FALL CRAFT SHOW | Hobart
Have some "fall"tastic fun at the VFW Post 5365 Ladies Auxiliary's Fall Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 1 at VFW Post 5365, 540 S. Indiana St. More than 30 crafters and vendors will participate and a concession stand will also be available.
FYI: Call (219) 942-7275 or e-mail mogden@verizon.net
ARTS & CRAFTS | Highland
The Highland Band Boosters will hold its annual fall arts and craft Show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9 at Highland Middle School. It is $55 for a 10-by-10 space for two days. No vendors. Electricity is available upon request. There will be crafts, concession stand, silent auction and turkey raffles.
FYI: Call (219) 924-2907 or e-mail Jerster69@sbcglobal.net.
CRAFTERS NEEDED | Boone Grove
Crafters needed for Boone Grove High School's Snowfest set for Nov. 8. Handcrafted items only.
FYI: Call (219) 465-465-7039.
EVENING WITH SANTA | Dyer
Crafters and vendors are needed for Evening with Santa from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 4 at Protsman Elementary School, 1121 Harrison Ave. Rental cost is $20 per table (table is included). Table space is limited to one consultant from each company. All proceeds benefit Protsman HSA and school. All applications and rental fees must be returned before Nov. 10. Santa will be available for pictures from 6 to 8 p.m. and admission is free.
FYI: Call Irene at (219) 865-2665 for an application.
HOLIDAY SHOW | Dyer
Dyer Parks & Recreation Department is seeking crafters for its Seventh Annual Holiday Shopping Spree & Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at Kahler Middle School, 600 Joliet St. Cost to participate in the show is $35 for an 8-by-8-foot space.
FYI: Call (219) 865-2505 or e-mail parks@townofdyer.com for an application.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR | South Haven
Our Lady of Sorrows altar and Rosary Society will hold its annual holiday bazaar form 9 a.m. to 3 p.m .Nov. 15 at 356 W. County Road 700 North. Table rental is $20 and 25. There will be craft items, bake sale and free pictures with Santa.
FYI: Call (219) 759-1169.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR | Valparaiso
The Thomas Jefferson Elementary School PTO invites crafters and vendors to participate in its third annual Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at 1700 Roosevelt Road. Booth spaces start at $35.
FYI: Call (219) 531-5528 or stentobk@netzero.net.
KANDY KANE LANE | Portage
Annual Kandy Kane Lane Craft Show/Bake Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at First Presbyterian Church of Portage, 6225 Lute Road. Spaces are available for crafters only (no vendors) on a first come, first served basis for $20, or $25 with electricity.
FYI: Call Bonnie at (219) 762-3848, Dennise at (219) 759-1548 or e-mail SFurnish@msn.com for an application.
VENDORS SOUGHT | Dyer
Fourth Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 at Zion United Church of Christ, 14804 W 113th Ave. Organizers are seeking vendors, but numbers are limited.
FYI: Contact Deana Sutton at (219) 746-3619 or deanasutton@xvi.net
ARTS & CRAFTS | Washington Twp.
applications are now being accepted for the holiday arts and craft show set for Nov. 22 and 23 at the Porter County Expo Center. space is available for $100 and $125.
FYI: Call (219) 464-9918.
MADE IN AMERICA | Merrillville
Lake County Public Library is seeking vendors for an event called Made in America: Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at the central library, 199 W. U.S. 30, Merrillville. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact the library for details. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of Lake County Public Library.
FYI: Call (219) 769-3541, ext. 335 or e-mail webmastr@lakeco.lib.in.us
VENDORS NEEDED | Valparaiso
Alpha Tau Chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda is seeking vendors
and crafters for a Holiday Fair fundraiser from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Dec. 6 in the
Student Union Great Hall, Valparaiso University. Booth space is $40
for 8 x 8-foot space.Proceeds go to fund scholarships for non-traditional
students attending Valparaiso University.
FYI: Call (219) 462-0675.
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