2008 Holiday Craft Show List

2008 Holiday Craft Show List

Since this was something a lot of people have been interested in, and you even asked for it… So here it is, the first draft of our list of holiday craft fairs. It will be updated if and when new information comes to our attention.

Enjoy your Christmas season. Jesus is the reason!

 

***********Listings with the  red ****** have been added after our intial posting.                       

 

                                October

 

Blackberry Farm Craft Show: Oct. 11-12: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora. Handmade arts and crafts. (630) 892-1550

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Central Baptist Village Holiday Craft Festival:

Oct. 11: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 4747 N. Canfield, Norridge. Featuring 35 crafters/vendors, bake sale, lunch, giveaways, more. Karen, (708) 583-8519 

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Holmstad Residents Association Bazaar: Oct. 11: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Fabyan Parkway and Route 31, Batavia. Crafts, books, plants, quilt raffle, baked goods, lunch. Free admission and parking. (630) 879-4444.

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Kingswood United Methodist Church Harvest Fest: Oct. 11: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. Crafts, bake sale, entertainment, food, pumpkin sale, petting zoo. Free. (847) 398-0770. 

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St. John the Baptist Holiday Fair: Oct. 11-12: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 11, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 12, 0S233 Church St., Winfield. Home baked goods, crafts, religious items, raffle, “This and That” shop. Website: http://www.stjohnwinfield.org/

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St. Eugene Fall fundraiser/craft bazaar: Oct. 11: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Shaunessy Center, 7900 W. Foster Ave., Chicago. Craft/rummage items, food, bakery, Christmas items, toys, more.

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St. John’s Couples Club: Oct. 11: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., recreation hall, 1101 Linneman Road, Mount Prospect. (847) 824-2603 days, or (847) 299-2721 after 5 p.m.

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Winchester House Arts, Crafts, Gift Show: Oct. 11: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1125 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Handmade items, raffles, bake sale. Free. (847) 377-7224.

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Villages of Bloomingdale Charity Auction: Oct. 16: 6:30 p.m., Bloomingdale Golf Club, Glen Ellyn Road, Bloomingdale. Collectibles, food items, home accessories, handmade holiday items. Maureen, (630) 351-3345.

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Cedar Village Bazaar: Oct. 17-18: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 320 W. Campbell St., Arlington Heights. Arts, crafts, bake sale, gently used items, raffle, lunch. (847) 506-5411.

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Heartland Creative Arts and Craft Show: Oct. 17-19, Spring Hill Mall, routes 31 and 72, West Dundee. Handcrafted items from local artists. (847) 428-2200.

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Batavia Mothers Club Autumn Arts and Crafts Show: Oct. 18: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mooseheart Fieldhouse, Route 31 near Batavia. Artisans with fine art, glass, photography, quilting, woodwork, and more. Bake sale, limited breakfast and lunch, and raffle. Admission $3. (630) 748-1501.

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Conant High School Craft Fair: Oct. 18: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 700 E. Cougar Trail, Hoffman Estates. Crafts, raffle, food. Over 100 booths. Admission $1. (847) 619-3992.

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-Glenview United Methodist Country Market Craft Fair: Oct. 18: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 727 Harlem Ave., Glenview. Over 40 crafters, lunch, bake sale. $2, includes raffle ticket. (847) 729-1015.

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St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Craft Fair: Oct. 18: 485 Woodstock St., Crystal Lake. Over 40 crafters, quilt drawing, raffles, silent auction, bakery, lunch. Handicapped accessible, free. (815) 459-5096. Website: http://www.stpaulsucccl.org/content.cfm?id=2010

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Gingerbread Lane Bazaar: Oct. 19: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Epworth United Methodist Church, 37W041 Highland Ave., Elgin. Treats, crafts, holiday items, and decor. (847) 931-5400.

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Alexian Village Winter Bazaar: Oct. 24: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 975 Martha, Elk Grove Village. Bake sale, raffle, lunch menu. Free admission/parking. Sharon, (847) 437-8070.

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Community Woman’s Club of Villa Park Bazaar: Oct. 25: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Villa Park Historical Museum, 220 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park. Bake sale, white elephant, chance tree.

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Elgin Church Of The Nazarene Holiday Shopping & Craft Faire:
Saturday, Oct 25, 2008     10:00 am
12N101 Berner Road, Elgin, IL
847-683-4249

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North Suburban Carvers Artistry in Wood Show: Oct. 25-26: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., DuPage Country Fairgrounds, 2015 W. Manchester Road, Wheaton. Hand-carved items, raffle, auction, more. Free parking. Terri, (847) 458-2919.

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Our Saviour Evangelical Free Church Crafts & More Fair: Oct. 25: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 300 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Handcrafted gifts, bake sale, cafe, raffles. $1, includes raffle ticket. (847) 459-4440. Website: http://www.mychurchevents.com/calendar/

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St. Charles Episcopal Church Arts & Crafts Festival: Oct. 25: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 994 N. 5th Ave., St. Charles. Juried arts and crafts, baked sale. Free. (630) 584-2596.

Website & vendor application: http://www.stcharlesepiscopal.org/

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St. Paul’s Art and Craft Show: Oct. 25: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 118 First St., Bloomingdale. Craft and holiday items, baked goods, bargain boutique, refreshments, lunch. Free.

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Alexian Brothers Medical Center Auxiliary Craft Show: Oct. 26-27: 800 Biesterfield Road, Elk Grove Village. Benefits scholarships and health education programs. (847) 437-5500, ext. 5847.

 

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****Heartland Creative Art and Craft Show:

Friday, Oct. 31, – Sunday, Nov. 02, 2008. Fri.-Sat. 10am-9:30pm, Sun. 12pm-6pm

Location:Saint Clair Square, 134 Saint Clair Square,Fairview Heights, IL

 

Website for more info and show opportunities: http://www.heartlandcreative.com/events.html

                              

                                                              

                                          November           

 

 

Almost Home Foundation vendor show: Nov. 1-2: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Doubletree Hotel, 800 National Parkway, Schaumburg. Home party and shopping vendors. Colleen, (773) 631-1491.

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College of DuPage Craft Fair: Nov. 1: Glen Ellyn. Karen, (815) 878-2728.

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Doorway to the Holidays: Nov. 1: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Nesler Road and Route 20, Elgin. Craft show, luncheon, bake sale, cookie walk. (847) 741-7795.

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First Presbyterian Church Global Market Place: Nov. 1-2: 9 a. m.-2 p.m. Nov. 1, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Nov. 2, 302 N. Dunton Ave., Arlington Heights. Handcrafted fair trade items from 30 countries, home baked goods. Free. (847) 956-4385.

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First United Methodist Church of Lombard: Nov. 1: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafts, bake sale, lunch. 155 S. Main St., Lombard. (630) 930-7696 or (630) 627-1668.

Website: http://www.lombardfirstumc.org/event_detail

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*****Glenbard North Holiday Hodge Podge: Nov 1, 2008. 9-3pm. Admission $3.00. Booth $45.00. Location: Glenbard North High School, Kuhn and Lies Roads,Carol Stream, IL.

Contact Info: Mary Ellen – 630-323-4176
craftfair@gbnboosters.com

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Our Saviour’s Holiday Craft Bazaar: Nov. 1: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 701 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Crafts, baked goods and cookies, Granny’s Attic, luncheon. Free. (847) 352-8181.

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Palatine Moms Group Fall Shopping Boutique: Nov. 1: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Twin Lakes Golf Club, 1200 E. Twin Lakes Road, Palatine. Handmade gifts, books, gourmet food, more. jill@daisybags.com.

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St. Matthew Catholic Church Craft Fair: Nov. 1: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hughes Center, 999 Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Over 46 crafters, raffle, bake sale, refreshments. $1. Cost for crafter space is $40 for an eight- by six-foot space with two chairs. For information call July at (847) 891-1255 or e-mail jambrose@stmatthewparish.org

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.stmatthewparish.org/pdfs/

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St. Matthew Lutheran Church Bazaar: Nov. 1-2: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 1; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 2, 24500 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Crafts, gifts, religious items, bakery, lunch. (847) 438-7709 or stmatts.net 

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Warrenville Museum Guild Christmas Fest: Nov. 1: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Warren Tavern, 3S540 S. Second St., Warrenville. Handmade crafts, decorations, gifts, baskets, baked goods, rummage sale, refreshments. Free. Connie, (630) 462-9444.

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Willowbrook Expo: Sat Nov 1. Crafters & Artisans Wanted

630-278-1973

Website: www.Jointhetradeshow.com

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Elk Grove High School’s Holiday Sampler Show: Nov. 2: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Over 200 crafters and vendors, baked goods, food concessions, raffles. $2; free for Elk Grove High School students with I.D. and children under 12. Connie, (630) 878-7627 or email: conniegroat@yahoo.com

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Hilton Holiday Showcase: November 2, 2008    9:00 am

Hilton Oak Lawn, 9333 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Lawn, Illinois

630-513-7622

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Holiday Inn Festival of Arts and Crafts: Nov. 2: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 800 S. Route 31, Crystal Lake. Over 125 booths of handcrafted items. $2, under 12 free. Free parking. (847) 301-8543

Website for info & vendor application: stepbystepcraftshows.com

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Women’s Club of Inverness Holiday Fair: Nov. 4: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Concord Banquets, 20922 N. Rand Road, Kildeer. Boutique items, bake sale, ornaments, silent auction, raffle baskets, luncheon. Free admission; luncheon is $40, reservations required. Karen, (847) 397-8955.

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*****Old Fashioned Holiday Craft Faire: Thursday, Nov. 06, – Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008. 10am-5pm. Admission Fee. Location:The Historical Grove,1421 Milwaukee Avenue,Glenview, IL. (847) 299-6096

Website: http://www.glenviewparks.org/Events/calendar.asp

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Arlington Park Craft Show: Nov. 7-9: Arlington Park, 2200 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Karen, (815) 878-2728; Website: craftproductions.yackley.org

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Ascension of Our Lord Senior Synaxis Bazaar: Nov. 7-8: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 8, 1207 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire. Handmade craft and boutique items, Greek food and pastries. Free admission. (847) 482-1200.

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*****Country Treasures Folk Art and Craft Show: Friday, Nov. 07, – Sunday, Nov. 09, 2008. Fri. 5pm-9pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Admission Fee. Location: Thelma Keller Convention, Center, 1202 North Keller Drive, Effingham, IL. (618) 539-3395

 

Website: http://www.kellerconventioncenter.com/

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Elk Grove Park District Seniors Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 7-8: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Al Hattendorf Center Gym, 225 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Handcrafted items, concessions, bake sale, Santa visit, raffles. (847) 364-7224.

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16th Annual Holiday in the Village Fine Crafts Sale: Nov. 7-9
The annual event features artwork from more than 30 artists including jewelry, baskets, photography, paintings, paper cutting, handmade soaps, and more. Knights of Columbus Hall, 2200 Meadowbrook Rd., Springfield, IL

Website for info & vendor application: www.pieintheskyinc.com

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*****Holiday Arts and Crafts Show: Friday, Nov. 07, – Sunday, Nov. 09, 2008. Fri.-Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 12pm-5pm. Location:Cross County Mall,700 Broadway East, Mattoon, IL. (217) 235-3432

Website: http://www.crosscountymall.com/ 

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Holy Cross Parish Craft and Gift Fair: Nov. 7-8: 7-10 p.m. Nov. 7 Ladies Night Presale, 720 Elder Lane, Deerfield. Admission: $20, includes wine, beverages, appetizers. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8; adults, $4; seniors/children, $2. Kids under 3 free. Handcrafted items, raffle, bakery, Santa’s kitchen. (847) 945-5994.

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*****River Oaks Fall Art and Craft Show: Friday, Nov. 07 – Sunday, Nov. 09, 2008. Fri.-Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 11am-6pm.  Location: River Oaks Center, 96 River Oaks Center Drive, Calumet City, IL. Free. (708) 895-3710 or (708) 838-5574.

Website for info. and show opportunities: http://www.heartlandcreative.com/

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St. John Evangelical Lutheran Harvest Days: Nov. 7-8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Rodenburg and Irving Park roads, Schaumburg. Craft items, handmade quilts, wood crafts, holiday decorations, bake sale, luncheon. Free. (847) 524-9746.

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St. Sophia Philoptochos Society Christmas Bazaar and Food Expo: Nov. 7: 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 525 Church Road, Elgin. Vendors, crafts, holiday items, and Greek food. (847) 888-2822.

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W.O.F. Faith Community Church Bazaar: Nov. 7-8: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 910 W. Main St., West Chicago. Handcrafted gifts, bake sale, attic treasures, coffee shop. Free. (630) 231-8230

 

Website: http://www.faithchurchwc.org/Faith_Community_Web_Site/Calendar

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27th ANNUAL
CHRISTMAS CRAFT CORNER
Saturday, November 8, 2008 sponsored by the Alsip Chamber of Commerce.
Show hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

They are accepting applications for handmade arts and crafts. All work should be original and done by you or your family.They are also accepting applications for home party product sellers. They will accept ONE application per Home Party Product, so don’t delay!! This category fills up fast and They will accept applications on a fist come, first served baisis.

You may not sell commercial items other than Home Party Items at your booth.
Please send pictures of your crafts or catalog of home party items, with your application. Applications without pictures will not be reviewed or accepted until pictures are received. All applications and pictures will be reviewed by our craft committee prior to acceptance. Pictures will be
returned to you with your set up information.

They reserve the right to reject work that does not meet the above guidelines. Spaces are approximately
8’ wide. One table and two chairs are included in the space cost. If your booth will take more than an 8’ wide space, please reserve two spaces.

Prices this year are $41.00 per space, $5.00 extra for an end space and/or $5.00 extra for an electric space.
They have only a limited number of end and electric spaces. These will be assigned.

at the Alsip Apollo Recreation Center
12521 South Kostner Avenue in Alsip.

Website for info & vendor application:
http://www.alsipchamber.org/index.cfm?category=56&sub=79

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Bartlett Woman’s Club Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., World Overcomers Church, Route 20 and Naperville Road, Bartlett. Crafters, artists, vendors, bake sale, raffle, lunch menu, free parking. (847) 732-8475 or (630) 483-0285

Website: http://www.worldovercomerschurch.com/events.html 

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Bethany Lutheran Church Craft and Folk Art Sale: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1550 S. Modaff Road, Naperville. (630) 357-2946 or (630) 961-2030.

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.bethanylcs.org/church/News-Notes/

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Cary United Methodist Church Women Craft Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 500 First St., Cary. (847) 639-7627.

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Catholic Daughters of the Americas Crafts and Treasures: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., V.F.W. Post 6791, 431 N. Neltnor Blvd., West Chicago. Raffle, handicapped accessible. (630) 231-2036.

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Fox Meadow School Craft Fair: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1275 Jenna Drive, South Elgin. Crafters, vendors, bake sale, raffle, food. Paula, (847) 489-5241.

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Frisbie Senior Center Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 52 E. Northwest Highway, Des Plaines. Crafts, lunch. Melissa, (847) 768-5944, ext. 228.

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Gavin Central School Holiday Craft Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 36414 N. Ridge Ave., Ingleside. Over 50 vendors, children’s craft area, raffle, concessions. $30 for 10 x 8-foot area. $5 for table rental; $5 for electric. Call Nicole at (847) 740-1266

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Harper College Festival of Arts and Crafts: Nov. 8-9: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 9, 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Featuring 200 indoor booths of handcrafted items. $3, under 12 free. Free parking. (847) 301-8543

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.stepbystepcraftshows.com/Applications/ 

 

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2008 Holiday Craft Show: Nov. 8

9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Crafters mark your calendar for the 23rd Annual Holiday Craft Show. Exhibits are limited to hand-made items only. Commercially-made or flea market items will not be accepted. Please call 630.739.1300 for more information or to be placed on the mailing list. All crafters must fill out a craft show participation contract. Visit www.bolingbrookparks.org for more information.

201 Recreation Dr
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Phone: (630) 739-1300
Website: http://www.bolingbrookparks.org

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Mechanics Grove School PTA Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1200 N. Midlothian Road, Mundelein. Crafters, home-based vendors, raffle, bake sale, refreshments. Free. Julie, (847) 949-9680 e-mail JLL6251@comcast.net

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Rolling Meadows Boosters Craft Boutique: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Rolling Meadows High School, 2901 Central Road. Over 150 indoor booths of handmade merchandise, concessions, bake sale, lunch, raffle. Admission $2.

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*****St. Gilbert Heavenly Holiday Craft Fair: Nov 8, 2008. 10 – 3pm. Location: St. Gilbert, 301 E. Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL. $1 free parking. Contact Donna 847-912-1888.

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St. Hugh of Lincoln Tea and Treasures Sale: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Highland Ave. and Randall Road, Elgin. Handmade and hand-knitted children and adult items, home treasures. Tea served beginning at 9 a.m.

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St. Isidore CCW Holiday Craft Show: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 427 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale. Handcrafted items, sandwich cafe, bake sale, raffle. $2. (630) 529-3045

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.stisidoreparish.org/PDF%20files/

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St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 80 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Handcrafted items, bakeshop, raffles, children’s grab bag, lunch, more. Free. (847) 358-5700.

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St. Louis De Montfort Craft Fair:

Saturday, November 8th

Be a vendor at this year’s craft fair. Whether you are a business, organization or private individual, we would love to setup a booth for you for $25.
Location: St. Louis De Montfort
8840 S. Ridgeland
Oak Lawn, IL

For more information please email fsa_stld@hotmail.com

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St. Peter Lutheran Church Ladies Aid Fall Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 43W301 Plank Road, Hampshire. Turkey casserole lunch 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., bake sale, white elephant, crafts, home-based vendors, raffle. (847) 464-5721

Website: http://www.stpetersnorthplato.org/News.htm

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St. Thomas More Holiday Craft Fair and Bazaar: Nov. 8: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 1625 W. Highland Ave., Elgin. Over 80 booths, raffles, food, refreshments, bake sale. Free. Laura, (847) 888-4363.

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Genoa Community Women’s Club Craft Show: Nov. 9: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Genoa-Kingston High School, 980 Park Ave., Genoa. Crafters, local clubs, organizations and businesses, food, door prizes, Santa visits 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $1; students, 50 cents. Cathy, (815) 784-4183.

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St. Joseph’s School Crafts and Vendor Fair: Nov. 9: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 118 N. Lincoln Ave., Round Lake. Paula, (847) 456-5196

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St. Thomas Woman’s Club Labor of Love Craft Auction: Nov. 11: 6:30 p.m., St. Thomas of Villanova Church, 1201 E. Anderson, Palatine. Crafts, holiday decorations, original art, baked goods, refreshments. Elayne, (847) 358-0089.

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Elgin Area Women’s Connection Fall Craft Luncheon: Nov. 12: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Villa Olivia Country Club, Route 20 and Naperville Road, Bartlett. Craft/bake sale, auction, luncheon. Luncheon program $15, reservations required. Jan, (630) 837-2632.

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Holiday Faire at St. Chrysostom’s Day School Friday, November 14: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. & Saturday, November 15, 2008 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Annual holiday sale features high-end retailers, bake sale and kids’ entertainment including face painting, balloon artists, live music, magic show, juggler, Bubbles Academy, crafts and a holiday movie with snack.Cost: $10, kids under 12 free     St. Chrysostom’s Day School 1424 N. Dearborn Chicago  (312) 642-3422

Website: http://www.stchrysdayschool.com

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*****Heartland Creative Art and Craft Show: Friday, Nov. 14,- Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008. Fri.-Sat. 10am-9pm, Sun. 11am-6pm. Location: Northfield Square Mall,1600 North State Route 50, Bourbonnais, IL. Free. (708) 895-3710 (708) 895-3868.

Website for more info and show opportunities: http://www.heartlandcreative.com/events.html

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Hanover Township Senior Center Holiday Craft Show: Nov. 14 and 15: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 240 S. Route 59, Bartlett. Over 40 crafters, food concessions, home baked goods, refreshments, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit. Tracey, (630) 483-5673 or e-mail tcolagrossi@hanover-township.org

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Corron Elementary School Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15:10 a.m.-3 p.m., 455 Thornwood Way, South Elgin. Over 50 vendors, raffles, concessions, bake sale. $2. Julie, (847) 888-2823.

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Devonshire of Hoffman Estates Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1515 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates. Home party vendors, raffles, refreshments, more. (847) 884-1704.

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DuPage County Historical Museum Guild Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. Handmade ornaments, gifts and decorations, Granny’s Attic, antiques. Free. (630) 682-7443.

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Faith Lutheran Church Women of Faith Bazaar: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Crafters and vendors, home-baked cookies by the pound, refreshments, more. Free. Tables $50. (847) 253-4839.

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Kirk of the Lakes Presbyterian Church Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15: 10 a. m.-4 p.m., 1500 W. Hawley, Mundelein. Arts and crafts, baked goods, homemade soup. Free. Lori, (847) 277-1495.

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Miracle House Holiday Boutique: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Asbury Court Retirement Community, 1750 Elmhurst Road, Des Plaines. Handmade crafts, home-based vendors, bake sale, refreshments, raffle. Free.

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Mother’s Club of Geneva Arts and Craft Show: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave., Geneva. Over 100 crafters, raffle, bakery, lunch. book signing, more. $4, children under 12 free. No strollers. Lisa, (630) 208-8707.

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Palatine High School Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15: Opens 9 a.m., 1111 N. Rohlwing Road, Palatine. Gift and holiday items, bake sale, free parking. (847) 755-1600.

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Ross/Sullivan PTO Holiday Boutique: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Betsy Ross School, 700 N. Schoenbeck Road, Prospect Heights. Handcrafted items, jewelry, vendors, more. $1. Bonnie, (847) 870-3868.

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Science Academy Of Chicago, Craft & Vendor Sale: Saturday Nov 15.   10am – 3pm. Crafts & mediteranean food.

Location: Turkish Cultural Center, 501 Midway Dr. (Oakton & Elmhurst Rd.), Mount Prospect

Website for info & vendor application (till Nov. 1st):  http://www.saoc.org/inc/docs/craftfairapplication.doc

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St. Mark’s Lutheran Women’s Guild Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 101 S. Sixth Ave., St. Charles. Holiday and handmade crafts, white elephant, baked goods, lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., refreshments. Handicapped accessible, free. (630) 584-8638.

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Craft/Vendor Fair: Saturday, November 15th. Crafters and Vendors wanted for fair.Fair time will be from 10:00am till 2:00pm. Fee is $25.00 per space w/table and 2 chairs, and a $15.00 item for a drawing. To be held at Schafer School in Lombard.  

Interested parties should contact Ann Crowe @ (630)282-4186

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JCYS George W. Lutz Family Center Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 17: 9 a.m.-7 p.m., 800 Clavey Road, Highland Park. Gift vendors, variety of merchandise. Free. (847) 433-6001.

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Autumn Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair  
Thu., Nov 20, 2008 – Sun., Nov. 23, 2008
Hundreds of the nation’s finest artists and crafters display and sell their handcrafted works. Voted one of the top 100 shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine. Stage entertainment, hourly gift certificate drawings, food & drink, lots of family fun! 
Thursday, Nov 20, 2008
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM  $8.00 – 10 & under FREE  $7.00
Seniors 
Friday, Nov 21, 2008
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM  $8.00 – 10 & under FREE  $7.00
Seniors 
Saturday, Nov 22, 2008
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM  $8.00 – 10 & under FREE  $7.00
Seniors 
Sunday, Nov 23, 2008
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM  $8.00 – 10 & under FREE  $7.00

Location: Villa Park, IL
The Odeum 1033 N. Villa Ave. 402-331-2889
hpifestivals@cox.net 

 

Website: www.hpifestivals.com

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Annual Christmas in the Park Holiday Craft Bazaar:

Nov. 21-22
Pick up holiday gifts at this weekend bazaar that features hand-made fabrics, wood and floral items, and more. Country Place Condos Clubhouse, North Cotton Hill   217-585-1219

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Not Just Stickers Craft Show: Nov. 21& 22. Friday November 21: 12PM – 7PM
Saturday, November 22: 9:30 – 3PM
Located in the gym of Grace Lutheran Church. $2 Admission. Free parking

950 S. York Road
Bensenville, IL
Website for info & vendor application: http://www.notjuststickers.com/testimonials.html

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Victory Centre of Bartlett Winter Bazaar: Nov. 21-22: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1101 and 1105 W. Bartlett Road. Crafters, vendors, bake sale, raffle, lunch. Free admission/parking. Rita or Rose, (630) 213-0100.

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Campanelli YMCA Craft Fair: Nov. 22: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 300 W. Wise Road, Schaumburg. Craft booths, food drive, bake sale, concessions. Free admission with canned good donation. Lisa, (847) 891-9622.

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*****Craft League of Champaign-Urbana 26th Art Fair: Nov 22 – Nov 23, 2008. Sat 10-5 – Sun 10-4. Location: Urbana Civic Center, 108 E. Water Street, Urbana, IL. Free, Free Parking. $130 for 10×8.

Contact Info:
Beverly Fagan 217-367-9546
bevfagan@msn.com

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Christmas Crossroads:

Saturday, November 22- 8:30am – 5:00pm
Sunday, November 23- 9:30am – 3:30pm

All proceeds go to benefit local causes such as scholarships, medical care and food pantries. Join us for a great weekend of shopping for the holidays. The show is limited to handmade crafts only and features over 180 crafters with 10,000 vistors over the weekend. This is a juried show and crafter inquiries are welcome.

Food is available on site. Parking is free and shuttle bus service available. We have something for everyone!

Location: Lockport East High School – Field House, 1333 E. 7th St., Lockport, IL

Website for info & application: http://www.christmascrossroads.com/

Admission Charges
Adults… $3.00
Sr. Citizens… $2.00
Students… $1.00
5 & under…free

• FreeParking

• Free Shuttle

• Food Service

• No Strollers

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DuPage Expo Festival of Arts and Crafts: Nov. 22: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Nov. 23:10 a.m.-4 p.m., 4050 W. Main St., St. Charles. Over 170 booths of handcrafted items. $2, under 12 free. Free parking. (847) 301-8543

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.stepbystepcraftshows.com/Applications/

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Leggee Elementary School Craft Fair: Nov. 22:10 a.m.-4 p.m., 13723 Harmony Road, Huntley. Kathy or Jennifer, Leggee2008@yahoo.com

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New Apostolic Church Craft Fair: Nov. 22:10 a.m.-3 p.m., 24560 W. Indian Trail Road, North Barrington. Handmade crafts, jewelry, photos, vendors, bake sale, raffle. Handicapped accessible, plenty of parking.

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Saints Peter and Paul Holiday Faire: Nov. 22: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1401 Wagner Road, Glenview. Crafts, homemade Greek cuisine and pastries, silent auction, children’s breakfast with Santa from 8:30-10:30 a.m., Santa photos. Reservations and fee required for breakfast, call Dena (847) 668-3607. Admission $1; under 12 free. (847) 729-4263.

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South Elgin High School Artisan Expo: Nov. 22: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 750 E. Main St., South Elgin. Original craft items, jewelry, wood, pottery, home-baked goods, raffle. (847) 289-3760, ext. 3663.

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*****29th Annual Seton Christmas in the Country Bazaar: Nov 22, 2008. Saturday 9:00-4:00 pm. $1.00 admission Free parking. Location: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Crystal Lake South High School, 1200 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL. $100 per booth space
8 x 10 or 6 x 12, Plus donation for raffle.

Contact: Claudia Agnes, Chairperson
815-477-9258
lyfzgr8@sbcglobal.net

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Temple Beth-El Holiday Boutique: Nov. 23: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook. Exhibitors in clothing, jewelry, giftware, stationary, glassware, more. (847) 205-9982.

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Christkindl Markt:

Friday, November 28, 2008

12:00 am until 9:00 pm

 

Saturday, November 29, 2008

12:00 am until 9:00 pm

 

Sunday, November 30, 2008

12:00 am until 4:00 pm

North School Park, Arlington Heights Road and Eastman Street

Arlington Heights, IL
847-368-5104

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Holiday Art, Craft & Gift Market/ Pheasant Run Resort:

November 28-30, 2008. 

20th Annual Event held in the Mega Center. An art, craft & gift show featuring artists and crafters from across the area. Media includes, jewelry, art, floral, clothing and home furnishings will be available. There will be food vendors, gift ideas and much more. Best of all Admission is $FREE. Parking, that’s FREE too. Please join us at this year’s event. Driving directions are here

Pheasant Run Resort-4051 E. Main Street
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Phone: (630) 325-8080

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.apevents.com/html/pheasant_exhibitor.html

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Elgin Junior Woman’s Club Vendor/Home Decor Fair: Nov. 29: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Epworth United Methodist Church, Randall Road and Highland Ave., Elgin. Home-based vendors, craft and bake sale items. (847) 224-4318.

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Lake County Festival of Arts and Crafts: Nov. 29-30: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 30, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. 150 indoor booths of handcrafted items. $2, under 12 free. Free parking. (847) 301-8543

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.stepbystepcraftshows.com/Applications/2008/lakecounty

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Marmion Academy Alumni Craft Show: Nov. 29-30: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 29, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 30, 1000 Butterfield Road, Aurora. Juried show, 156 crafters, food service, bake sale. $3 adults and children over age 12. No strollers, baby-sitting available. (630) 897-6936.

 

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St. Nicholas Craft Fair: November 29 – November 30, 2008. St. Nicholas Craft Fair

806 Ridge Ave. Evanston, IL

           

 

 

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Schaumburg Park Foundation Holiday Bazaar: Dec. 2: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Schaumburg Corporate Center, 1501 W. Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. Crafters, vendors, live entertainment. Free. (847) 985-2115.

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28th Annual Lambs Farm Holiday Art & Craft Show:
Thursday – Sunday, December 4– December 7
$8 per person (The city of Rosemont charges a parking fee)
Shopping for the holidays was never so easy! Choose from the fine art and craftwork of more than 600 vendors at Chicagoland’s largest show of its kind sponsored by Art Plus. Stop by the Lambs Farm booth for delicious, homemade products like our famous butter cookies, chocolates, and jams – a guaranteed hit for those on your gift list.Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL. Crafters interested in booth space should call Art Plus at (630)325-8080

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Carlinville Christmas Market: Dec. 5-7: 3 p.m.-9 p.m. Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7, Carlinville, Ill., about 40 miles south of Springfield. Arts and crafts, food, entertainment, carriage rides, trolley tours, visit Santa.

Website: CarlinvilleChristmasMarket.com

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Crafters Needed for Christmas Craft Show:

December 5th 5pm-9pm
December 6th 9am-4pm

Location:
St. Beatrice School
4141 N. Atlantic
Schiller Park, IL 60176

email : www.stbeatricecraftshow@yahoo.com

or call 847-678-1752 with any questions

website for info & vendor application: http://www.stbeatricecraftshow.com/page05.html

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Bell-Graham PTO Holiday Market: Dec. 6: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 5N505 Fox Mill Blvd., St. Charles. Unique holiday gifts, handcrafted items, bake sale. Free. Stopen@comcast.net.

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Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society Arts/Crafts Show: Dec. 6: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Kankakee Country Fairgrounds, 213 W. 400 S. Road, Kankakee. (815) 432-2639.

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Gingerbread Junction Craft Show: December 6,   from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Hill Middle School, 1836 Brookdale Road in Naperville, will host their 25th Annual Juried Craft Fair on Saturday, December 6. Come see one of a kind crafts, buy tantilizing fresh baked goods and have breakfast and lunch while you’re there! General admission is $2.

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*****Lioness Christmas Craft Show: Saturday, Dec. 06 – Saturday, Dec. 06, 2008. 9am-3pm. (815) 288-1840 (815) 288-3447. Location: Loveland Community Building, 513 West 2nd Street, Dixon, IL.

Website: http://www.encounterleecounty.com/?q=content/

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Mall in the Halls: Dec. 6: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Creekside Elementary School, 655 N. Airlite St., Elgin. Crafts, products and services as well as raffles and bake sale. $1 admission. creeksidepto.info@gmail.com.

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Plank Junior High School Holiday Promenade: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday Dec. 6, Plank Junior High School, 510 Secretariat Lane, Oswego. Crafters, vendors, lunch with Santa from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., book fair, children’s craft workshop and music. Crafter and vendor boots are available for $60. For information or an application, call Debbie (630) 554-5777 or e-mail plankholidaypromanade@yahoo.com

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Santa Maria del Popolo School Christmas Bazaar: Dec. 6: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Parish Center, 126 N. Lake St., Mundelein. Crafters/vendors, kid’s holiday shop and craft corner, visit with Santa, bake sale, raffles. Admission. Maria, (847) 219-9234 or Emmy, (847) 414-7765.

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*****Soup Luncheon and Craft Fair: Dec 6, 2008. Sat. 10am to 4pm. Free. $15 for 8 foot table. Electricity available. Location: Community Church of Richmond, 5714 Broadway St., Richmond, IL. (815) 678-6521

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Kenneth Young Resale Shop Holiday Bazaar: Dec. 7: noon-4 p.m., 1150 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Vendors, refreshments, holiday items, more. (847) 524-8800.

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Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church Craft Show: Dec. 7: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 950 N. Grace St., Lombard. Free. (630) 932-9640

Website: http://www.ollchicago.org/upcomingevents/craftfair2008.html

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St. Raymond de Penafort Holiday Art Boutique: Dec. 7: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 301 S. I-Oka, Mount Prospect.

Website for info & vendor application: http://www.st-raymond.org/pdf/Thumbnail.pdf

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*****Winter Holiday Craft Faire and Open House: Sunday, Dec. 07, – Sunday, Dec. 07, 2008. 12pm-4pm. Free. Location: Oak Park Conservatory, 615 Garfield Street, Oak Park, IL. (708) 386-4700.

Website: http://www.visitoakpark.com/leisure

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Palatine Township Seniors Cookie Walk/Holiday Bazaar: Dec. 10-11: 10 a.m.-noon, 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Home-baked cookies, more. (847) 991-1112, ext. 233.

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Country Christmas Fair  
Friday, Dec 12, 2008 – Sunday, Dec 14, 2008

Friday, Dec 12, 2008
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM  $3.00

 
Saturday, Dec 13, 2008                                                   
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM  $3.00

 
Sunday, Dec 14, 2008
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM  $3.00

Location:
Belleville, IL
Belle-Clair Fairgrounds
(618) 539-3395
ctshows@sbcglobal.net 

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Fremd High School Holiday Craft Fair: Dec. 13: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Over 180 booths of crafters in a variety of media, concessions. Free, plenty of parking.