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.

VENDORS NEEDED | Hobart

Hobart Special Events Committee is hosting its second downtown event this year and has booths available for local businesses. The Hobart Harvest Fest will be held from 2 to 10 p.m. Sept. 20 on Main Street. Both food and non-food vendors, artists, and nonprofit organizations are welcome. A model boat race, cake walk, paddle boat rides and a Lakefront Dedication Ceremony are planned.

FYI: Call Jessica at (219) 677-3442 or e-mail info@jadeandraspberry.com

CRAFTERS NEEDED | Crown Point

Crafters and vendors are needed for the covered Bridge Harvest Fest Sept. 26 to 28 at the Lake County Fairgrounds. It's hosted by the fairgrounds and Special Olympics Lake County. Crafts, food, auctions, hay rides and entertainment will be featured. Admission and parking are free. Senior day is Sept. 26. Space is limited.

FYI: Call (219) 755-3200 or (219) 661-3071 or visit www.harvestbridgefest.com.

BIZARRE BAZAAR | Hammond

Artists, crafters and direct sales vendors are needed for the third annual Bizarre Bazaar event to be held 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 20, hosted by the Downtown Hammond Council. The outdoor festival features a free concert by the Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra, community yard sale, children's chess tournament, adult bean bag tournament, canine costume contest, and kids games and arts activities and more. Vendors can print an application at www.downtownhammond.org or e-mail to info@downtownhammond.org.

FYI: Call (219) 937-0111.

ARTISTS MEET | Hobart

The newly-formed Deep River Artists will meet at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 22 and 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.

CRAFTERS WANTED | Griffith

Boy Scout Troop 264 from Griffith is seeking crafters for its annual Fall Harvest Craft Fair taking place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 27 and 28 at Central Park on Broad Street. Only hand-made crafts will be sold.

FYI: For an application or more information, call (219) 922-6590 or e-mail jmepme6059@att.net.

QUILTING BEE | Hobart

Stop in Wood's Grist Mill at Deep River County Park, 9410 Old Lincoln Hwy., from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 28 and 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 2008 arts and craft show with vendor fair is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 5 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. Priority will be given to past vendors who register by Sept. 1. Afterward, spaces will be released to new vendors. 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. The winter show is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 30. 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.

FYI: Call (219) 838-0114.

HARVEST OF CRAFTS | Griffith

The St. Mary Home & School Association from St. Mary School in Griffith is looking for quality crafters for 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. Applications are available by phone.

FYI: Call (219) 923-5735.

Crafters wanted | Lansing

Crafters and vendors are wanted for the Harvest Arts and Crafts show taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at Luther East High School, 2750 Glenwood-Lansing Road.

FYI: Call (708) 895-8441.

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.

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.

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.

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.

ART, CRAFT SHOW | 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.