Your guide to arts and crafts

September

Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Green Lake Golden Days Harvest Festival Craft Fair: Today and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Green Lake, Wis. Part of the Golden Days Harvest Festival, which includes a parade, motorcycle show, farmers market, music, entertainment, games, food, dancing and more. Visit www.visitgreenlake.com or call (800) 253-7354 for specific event information and locations.

Community Presbyterian Church Fall Arts and Crafts Festival: Today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 407 N. Main St., Mount Prospect. Includes bake sale and brat fest. For information, (847) 392-3111.

First United Methodist Church Fall Fest: Today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 216 E. Highland Ave., Elgin. Hand-quilted spreads, runners, and baby quilts for sale. All quilt items are made by the Methodists Quilters. Admission is free and tea and baked goods will be available. For details, call (847) 741-0038.

Prince of Peace United Methodist Church Pumpkinfest Craft Fair: Today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue, Elk Grove Village. Proceeds benefit church ministries. For information, (847) 439- 0668.

October

Scarecrow Festival arts and crafts show: Friday and Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lincoln Park, Route 64 and 4th Street, St. Charles. Part of the 22nd annual Scarecrow Festival, which includes handcrafted scarecrows on display, huge craft show, carnival, food, live entertainment, children's activities and more. www.scarecrowfest.com.

Cider and Cinnamon Arts and Crafts Fair: Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Shops of Edgebrook, 1639 N. Alpine Road, Rockford. More than 50 exhibitors, hot cider and fresh cinnamon doughnuts. www.edgebrookshops.com

International Academy of Design and Technology-Schaumburg Craft Fair: Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 915A National Parkway, Schaumburg. Open to the public, admission and parking free. For an application to participate, call Francesca at (847) 969-2831 or e-mail fmuller@iadtschaumburg.com. Applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. The deadline for submission is Sept. 23.

Lake County Fairgrounds Festival of Arts and Crafts show: Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 50 Highway 45, Grayslake. Featuring 200 indoor booths of quality handcrafted items. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Schaumburg High School Very Interested Parents Club Fall Art & Craft Fair: Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1100 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. Featuring 120 crafters and artists, in a variety of media, from all over the state. Concessions, free parking and handicapped accessible. Admission $1 for adults, free for students and children.

Booner Farm County Fair: Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lake County Discovery Museum., Wauconda. Old-fashioned country fair Includes wagon rides, crafts, games, petting zoo, entertainment and food.

Second Chance Pet Adoption Autumn Fest: Oct. 11-14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1136 N. Dunton, Arlington Heights. Handmade fleece blankets, holiday crafts and decorations and used miscellaneous items for sale Proceeds benefit the animals.

Arts & Riverwoods 48th annual show: Oct. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., under the great tent, in Ryerson Conservation Area, 21950 N. Riverwoods Road, Deerfield. Over 50 juried fine artists will display and sell their work in a variety of media. Proceeds from the show help fund art scholarships to high school students, and art programs at elementary, middle and special education district schools. Free admission. (847) 914-0109 or (847) 774-4574.

Church of the Holy Spirit Holiday Craft Bazaar: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 1251 W. Bode Road, Schaumburg. Handcrafted holiday and home decorations, bake sale, raffle. Admission free. (847) 882-7580.

Conant High School Booster Club 28th annual Craft Fair: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Conant High School, 700 E. Cougar Trail, Hoffman Estates. Admission $1. Crafters are being sought to participate. For information or to apply, call Tracy at (847) 619-3992, e-mail tntgeb@aol.com; or Michelle at (847) 923-9319, e-mail orbillshan3@comcast.net.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Chocolate Festival: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 357 Division St., Elgin. Over 30 crafts and flea market vendors, bake sale, petting zoo, raffle, refreshments and a variety of chocolate items. For information, (847) 742-2025.

Mental Health Resource League for McHenry County 22nd annual Fall Diddley Craft Show: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Oct 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boone County Fairgrounds, Belvidere. Juried art and craft fair with over 350 exhibitors of original work, fresh bakery, lunch. $6 per adult and children over age 12. Proceeds benefit McHenry County agencies concerned with mental health services. (815) 385-5745 or www.mhrl.org.

Peace Memorial Manor Fall Festival: Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on the grounds of Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3737 Highland Ave, Downers Grove. Homemade craft items, bake sale, gently used jewelry sale, white elephant, refreshments available. (630) 960-5777.

St Eugene's Altar & Rosary Society Fall Festival Bazaar: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Shaunessy Center, 7900 W. Foster Ave., Chicago. A variety of craft and rummage items, food, bakery items and entertainment by the school band.

St. John's Couples Club Arts and Crafts Festival: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1101 Linneman Road, Mount Prospect. Artists and crafts people are invited to exhibit. Spaces are $30, chairs will be supplied. For an application or information, call (847) 824-2603 days or (847) 299-2721 after 5 p.m.

St. Mary of Providence Craft & Holiday Bazaar: Oct 13 and 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4200 N. Austin Ave., Chicago. Holiday items, crafts, baked goods, food and raffles. Crafters are invited to participate. Proceeds benefit programs for adults with developmental disabilities. For information, call (773) 545-8300.

Winchester House Art, Craft and Gift Show: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1125 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Crafters of handmade items in a variety of media, art work, raffles, bakes sale. Admission free. For details, call Patty at (847) 377-7224.

Women of Kingswood United Methodist Church Harvest Fest Fair: Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 401 W. Dundee Road, Buffalo Grove. Handcrafted items, lunch available. Crafters of handmade items are being sought to participate. $25 per eight-foot space includes two chairs. An addition fee of $5 is required for each table. For information or an application, call Arleen at (847) 537-1441 or the church office at (847) 398-0770.

Naperville Riverwalk Quilters Guild small quilt auction: Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, Naperville. Handmade quilted items including tableware, tote bags, baby quilts and seasonal wall hangings. Proceeds benefit educational programs for the guild and community. Call Julie at (630) 355-6753 or visit www.riverwalkquild.com for details.

Amish and Mennonite Quilt sale: Oct. 19 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Christ Community Mennonite Church, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Hand quilted bed quilts and wall hangings. (847) 89503654.

Autumn Drive: Oct. 19-21 on Garden Valley Road, Woodstock. Farms along Garden Valley Road open their doors to offer fresh produce, pumpkins, crafts, antiques and good food. www.autumndrive.net.

Friends of the Bloomingdale Library craft show: Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Oct. 21 from 1 to 4:30 p.m., in the library's meeting room, 101 Fairfield Way., Bloomingdale. For details, call (630) 529-3120.

Immanuel United Church of Christ Craft and Holiday Fair: Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood. Crafters in a variety of media, cookie walk and raffle. Refreshments and lunch available. Free admission, handicapped accessible. For information or an application, call (630) 742-4291.

Maine South Athletic Boosters "Hawk Fest": Oct. 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 1111 S. Dee Road, Park Ridge. Artists and crafters of handmade items are being sought to participate. $75 per space. For an application and information, call Jean (847) 698-7516 or e-mail ms-crafts@hotmail.com.

Oak Lawn Pavilion Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 9401 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Lawn. Featuring 150 indoor booths of quality handcrafted items. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

St. Alphonsus Liguori Fall Fest and Craft Fair: Oct. 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights. Crafters are being accepted to participate on a first-come, first-served basis. Fee is $35 for one space and includes one table and chair; $60 for two spaces with two tables and chairs. Electrical outlets available by request. For information, call Denise at (847) 828-2111.

St. Paul United Church of Christ 34th annual Country Craft Fair: Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 485 Woodstock St., Crystal Lake. Indoor and outdoor booths are available for crafters and artisans specializing in handmade seasonal or non-seasonal items. For information or an application, call (815) 459- 5096 or visit www.stpaulsucccl.org/index.cfm.

St. Thecla Women's Council Arts & Crafts Show: Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Falcon Hall, 6725 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. Crafters of handmade items are being sought to participate. An eight-foot by eight-foot space is $40, tables and electricity available for an additional fee. Reservations will be accepted on a first- come, first-served basis until Sept. 22. For an application or information, call Rita at (773) 792-2189.

Sycamore Pumpkin Festival: Oct. 24-28; 33 W. State street, Sycamore. Includes decorated pumpkins on display, crafts, antiques and art show, house walk, health fair, carnival, haunted house, more. www.sycamorepumpkinfestival.com.

Glendale Heights Junior Woman's Club 24th Fall Extravaganza Auction and Craft Fair: Oct. 26 at 6:15 p.m., Glendale Lakes Golf Club, 1550 President St., Glendale Heights. Dinner, live auction, crafts. To order tickets, call Becki at (630) 660-0935.

Ladies of Trinity Lutheran Church October Craft Fair: Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., three blocks south of St. Charles Road on Ardmore Avenue, Villa Park. Featuring over 40 booths of handcrafted items in a variety of media, homemade baked goods, refreshments, snacks and light lunch. Admission and parking are free. For maps and information, www.trinityvp.org.

Messiah Lutheran Church of Park Ridge Messiah Harvest Festival: Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1605 Vernon Ave., Park Ridge. Craft and vendor fair, children's Halloween activities and craft projects, bake sale, free raffle ticket with a donation to the food pantry. Free admission. Crafter space available. For information, call (847) 823-6984. www.messiahparkridge.org.

Our Saviour Evangelical Free Church Crafts and More: Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 300 S. Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling. Handcrafted gifts, bake sale, refreshments cafe, raffles. Admission $1 includes raffle ticket. For information, call (847) 459-4440.

St. Alexander's Council of Catholic Women Crafters Holiday: Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 300 S. Cornell Ave., Villa Park. Crafters are being sought to participate. The cost is $30 with own table; $10 additional table rental. For information, call (630) 941-8592 or (630) 834-2183.

Alexian Brothers Medical Center Auxiliary Craft Show: Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Oct. 29 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Alexian Brothers Hospital Conference Center, 800 Biesterfield, Elk Grove Village. Parking and admission free. Crafters are being accepted to participate. All items must be handcrafted. For information or an application, call (847) 437-5000, ext. 4753.

McHenry County College Craft Fair: Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. For information, call (815) 455-8580.

November

Ascension of our Lord Greek Orthodox Senior Synaxis Fall into Christmas Bazaar: Nov. 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 1207 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire. Handmade crafts and boutique items, Greek food and pastries for dine in or carry out. Free admission. (847) 482-1200.

Community Protestant Church, United Church of Christ, Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 2 from 3 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fellowship Hall, corner of Hawley and Prairie, Mundelein. Handcrafted fall and Christmas items, Christmas decorations, gift baskets, homemade candy and baked goods, barbecue beef meal. For information, call the church office at (847) 566-4000.

Holy Cross Women's Club "Christmas Remembered 2007" 34th annual craft and gift fair: Ladies night benefit Nov. 2 from 7 to 10 p.m.; Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Holy Cross Pastoral Center, 724 Elder Lane, Deerfield. Applications are being accepted to participate in this 34th annual juried fair. $50 space fee will reserve a space. Revenue-based system, applications will be accepted in the order they are received. For an application or information, call Suzanne at (847) 945-5994, or Cindy at (847) 374-1340. E-mail g.gherardini@comcast.net or tobinfam95@comcast.net.

Bartlett Woman's Club 25th annual Mistletoe Magic Arts and Crafts Fair: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Eastview Middle School, Oak and Lake streets, Bartlett. More than 72 craftsmen in a variety of media, bake sale, lunch menu and raffle. Free parking and admission. Artists and crafters wishing to participated can download an application at the Web site at www.bartlettwomansclub.org. For information, call Karin at (630) 289-6533.

Chevy Chase Country Club Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling. Featuring 125 indoor booths of quality handcrafted items. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543 www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Community United Methodist Church 17th annual Harvest of the Hands Arts and Craft Fair: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 20 N. Center St., Naperville. Includes a bake sale and musical entertainment. Call Toni (630) 369-9693 or e-mail suzi@willsfamily.org.

First United Methodist Church of Lombard 28th annual Holiday Craft Show: Nov. 3, at the church, Main and Maple streets, Lombard. Crafters are being sought to participate. Tables are $25. For information or an application, call Alice at (630) 930-7696 or Gene at (630) 627-1668.

Fox Meadow PTO 5th annual Craft Fair: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fox Meadow School, 1275 Jenna Drive, South Elgin. Featuring 40 crafters/vendors, bake sale, three raffles of crafter/vendor donated items and a concession stand with hot dogs, "taco in a bag," chips, soda and water. Free admission. Call Paula at (847) 489-5241.

Glenbard North High School Athletic Boosters "Holiday Hodge Podge" Craft Fair: Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kuhn and Lies roads, Carol Stream. Crafters, party vendors, hands-on demos, lunch and cookies with Santa from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., free child-care room. Admission $3. (630) 681-3378.

Grandwood Park Preschool fifth annual Craft Show and Business Expo: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Grandwood Park Community Center, 36630 Hutchins Road, Gurnee. Crafters and small business are being sought to sell their wares. Booth fee is $45. For information or an application, call Pam at (847) 356-6512 or e-mail grandwoodparkps@comcast.net.

Heifer International Quilt Auction and Craft Fair: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Glenview Community Church, 1000 Elm St., Glenview. Auction begins at 10 a.m., items available include quilts, hangings, baby items. Arts and crafts featured in variety of media, and a silent auction. $3 for bidding program. For information, call Tom at (847) 724-2259 or Beryl at (847) 724-1694.

Highland Christian Academy 16th annual Fall Craft Fair and Bake Sale: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Highland Fellowship Church building, 2250 W. Highland Ave., Elgin. Variety of handicrafts and art work, home baked goods and refreshments. Spaces are still available for crafters of handmade items to participate. For information, call the academy at (847) 741-5530.

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church Fair Trade Holiday Market: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. Crafts, food, bake sale. Fair Trade goods are marketed so that the artist, crafter or grower is paid a fair wage. Items include woven and beaded articles from Guatemala; assorted giftware from around the world; coffee, tea hot chocolate and chocolates also available. Sheryl (847) 364-4834.

St. Matthew Catholic Church Craft Fair: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. All-day raffles, bake sale and refreshments. Crafters are being sought to participate. An 8-foot by 6-foot space with two chairs is $40. Application are available on St. Matthew's Web site stmatthewparish.org. For information, call Judy at (847) 891-1255 or e-mail her at jambrose@stmatthewparish.org

St. Matthew Lutheran Church "A Country Christmas" bazaar: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 24500 N. Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Natural crafts, religious items, woodworking, bakery goods, arts and crafts in a variety of media, gently used items, refreshments and lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 3. Admission free. (847) 438-7709 or www.stmatts.net.

St. Peter Community Church "Festive Faire" Bazaar: Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook. Baked goods, deli table, lunch. Vendors and crafters interested in participating can call the church office at (847) 272-2236 or e-mail secretary@stpeternorthbrook.org.

St. Pius X Council of Catholic Women Christmas Magic Craft Show: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Westmore and Madison streets, Lombard. Homemade items. Applications available to participate by calling Carol at (630) 495-2647.

St. Thomas More School's annual "Holiday in the Halls" Craft Fair and Bake Sale: Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1625 W. Highland Ave., Elgin. More than 80 booths, raffles, door prizes, food and refreshments. Free admission to the public. For booth information, call Laura at (847) 888-4363.

Barrington Park District Showcase of Arts & Crafts/Wine Tasting: Nov. 4 showcase of crafts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., wine tasting from noon to 4 p.m., Langendorf Park, 235 Lions Drive, Barrington. About 60 booths of juried, handcrafted mixed media exhibitors, concessions available. Free admission and parking. (847) 381-0687 or www.barringtonparkdistrict.org.

Elk Grove High School Parent Foundation's 25th annual Holiday Sampler Arts & Crafts Show: Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the cafeteria, gymnasium and field house at the school, 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Over 175 crafters in a wide variety of media, home-baked goods, food concessions. Admission $2 at the door. Proceeds benefit post prom activities, scholarship awards and student activities. Leonor (847) 806-0585 after 5 p.m.

Holiday Inn Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Nov. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 800 S Route 31, Crystal Lake. Featuring 125 booths of unique and creative handcrafted items. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Sisterhood of Temple Chai Holiday Bazaar: Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Checker Road, west of Arlington Heights Road, Long Grove. Over 80 vendors in a variety of media, lunch, entertainment and a special section for young bazaar shoppers to buy or make gifts. (847) 537-1771 or e-mail Sisterhood@templechai.org.

St. Paul of the Cross Church Arts and Crafts Bazaar: Nov. 4, Park Ridge. Artists and craftsmen are being sought to participate in this juried fair. For information or an application, call Aileen at (847) 318-0917.

Temple Beth-El Holiday Boutique: Nov. 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., 3610 W. Dundee Road, Northbrook. Vendors of Judaic art, personalized gifts, ceramics, and items for children and being sought to participate. For information, call (847) 205-9982.

Bethany Lutheran Church Crafter's Paradise: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1550 S. Modaff Road, Naperville. For details or an application to display, call (630) 961-2030 or (630) 357-2946.

Catholic Daughters of West Chicago Court 432 Crafts and Treasures Bazaar: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., American Legion Hall, Main Street, West Chicago. Crafters, lunch, raffle. Crafters are invited to participate for a $35 fee. For crafter reservations, call Kathy at (630) 231-2036.

Gavin Central Elementary School third annual Holiday Craft Bazaar: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 36414 Ridge Ave., Wilson Road and Route 59, Ingleside. Over 40 vendors, concessions, raffles, children's arts and crafts area. Admission free. Crafters are being sought to participate. For an application or information, call Nicole at (847) 740-1266 or visit GavinPTA.org.

Harper College Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine. Featuring 200 indoor booths of quality handcrafted items. Admission $3, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Lake County Haven 10th annual Holiday Boutique: Nov. 10 from noon to 4 p.m., 1461 Minard Lane, Green Oaks. Jewelry, purses, belts, spa products, pewterware, kitchen accessories, stationery, clothing, shoes, candles and more. Admission $15 to benefit Lake County Haven. Sarah (847) 549-1832.

Polish American Cultural Club Christmas Bazaar: Nov. 10, VFW Hall No. 6869, 2622 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. Vendors and crafts are being sought. Call Elizabeth at (708) 442-6244.

Resurrection High School's Fall Arts and Craft Fair: Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 7500 W. Talcott Ave., Chicago. More than 200 booths of handcrafted items, refreshments. Applications are available for artists and crafters wishing to participate. More than 2,000 patrons regularly visit the fair. Price per space ranges from $60 to $80 depending upon table and electricity options. Spaces are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. For an application or information, call (773) 775-6616, ext. 142 or e-mail amartorano@reshs.org.

Rolling Meadows High School Athletic Boosters 29th annual Holiday Craft Boutique: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2901 Central Road, Rolling Meadows. More than 150 booths in a variety of craft media, concessions, lunch, children's craft activities, raffle, handicap accessible, free parking. Admission $2. Proceeds benefit athletic programs. For information, call Joanna at (847) 420-4626.

St. Isidore Catholic Church 19th annual Council of Catholic Women Holiday Craft Show: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 427 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale. Handcrafted items, special performance by the Glen Ellyn Children's Chorus at 12:15 p.m. For information, www.stisiforeparish.org or Cathy at (630) 682-4146.

St. Joseph's Home for the Elderly Auxiliary and Little Sisters of the Poor Holiday Bazaar and Raffle: Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 80 W. Northwest Highway, Palatine. Handcrafted items and holiday gifts in a variety of media, homemade hot lunch, bake shop, grand raffle. Raffle ticket can be purchased at the bazaar or by calling the Development Office at (847) 358-5700. Admission free.

St. Paul's Art and Craft sale: Nov. 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 118 First St., Bloomingdale. Crafts and holiday items, baked goods, bargain boutique, decorating accessories, coffee and doughnuts, lunch. Admission free. (630) 980-9196 before noon Monday-Friday.

Arbor Lakes Holiday Shop-A-Thon: Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the club house, 4248 N. Bloomington, Arlington Heights. Arts and Crafts, community garage sale, vendors. (847) 471-5886.

St. John Brebeuf's Guild of the Nativity Women's Club Holiday Craft Fair: Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the parish center, 8307 N. Harlem, Niles. Handcrafted items for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Crafters are invited to participate. For an application or information, call Judi at (847) 296-6421.

25th annual Autumn Festival: An Arts and Crafts Affair: Nov 15 and 16 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Odeum Sports and Expo Center, 1033 N. Villa Road, Villa Park. Voted one of the Top 100 show in the country by Sunshine Arts Magazine. Juried fair offers fine art paintings and home décor to quilts and jewelry and more. Admission $8 for adults; $7 seniors; free for children under age 10.

Hanover Township Senior Center "Handmade in Hanover" Holiday Craft Show: Nov 16 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 240 S. Route 59, Bartlett. Beautiful knits, crochet, quilts, fine art pieces, crafts and more. Raffle and goodies. For information, call Tracey at (630) 483-5673 or e-mail tcolagrossi@htonline.info.

Victory Centre of Bartlett Winter Bazaar: Nov. 16 and 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1101 and 1105 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. Artists, crafters and vendors, bake sale, raffle and light lunch menu. Artists, crafters and vendors wanted. For an application, call Rose at (630) 213-0100 or e-mail rsimone@pathwayseniorliving.com.

DuPage Expo Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 4050 E. Main St., St. Charles. More than 170 booths of quality handcrafted treasures by artists from six states. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Our Lady of the Wayside Home Decor, Crafts and More Show: Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Father Mackin Center, Ridge and Park streets, Arlington Heights. Over 60 crafters and vendors, homemade bake sale, lunch cafe, raffle. Admission $2; free for children.

Miracle House Holiday Boutique: Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Christ Church, 1492 Henry Ave., Des Plaines. Home party vendors, crafts, more. Proceeds benefit Miracle House, a halfway house for women recovering from alcoholism. Admission free, donations welcome.

Holiday Craft and Gift Show: Nov. 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wisconsin Exposition Center, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8200 W. Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. Craft show of handcrafted original work in a variety of media, commercial gifts show includes gifts, products and imports. Admission $5; children ages 6-12 $2; under age 6 free. (414) 321-2100 or www.craftfairusa.com.

Bourbonnais Grove Historical Society 33rd Les Artisans Arts and Crafts Show: Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School, 700 W. North Street, Bradley. Crafters are invited to participate. For details, call Pam at (815) 432-2639.

Christkindlesmarkt 2007: Nov. 24 and 25; North Park School, Arlington Heights. Held in two large heated tents, this outdoor holiday marketplace includes craft vendors, food and entertainment. www.vah.com.

Lake County Fairgrounds Festival of Arts & Crafts show: Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 50 Highway 45, Grayslake. Offering 250 indoor booths of quality handcrafted items by exhibitors from seven states. Admission $2, free for children under age 12. Free parking. Exhibitors wishing to participate may do so by calling (847) 301-8543. www.stepbystepcraftshows.com.

Marion Christmas Craft Show: Nov. 24 and 25, Marmion Academy, 1000 Butterfield Road, Aurora. Juried show. For information or an application, contact the Alumni Office at (630) 897-6936, ext. 228. Application deadline is Aug. 6.

Wyndemere Retirement Community's Holiday Shopping Day: Nov. 27 from 3 to 7 p.m., 200 Wyndemere Circle, Wheaton. Crafters and gift vendors are needed to participate. For details, Paulette at (630) 681-4132.

Church of the Incarnation United Methodist 29th Creative Hands Boutique: Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Nov. 30 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 330 W. Golf Road, Arlington Heights. Juried fair features unique handcrafted items in a variety of media, homemade soups and refreshments, Christmas tree and wreath sale. The $3 admission fee benefits Habitat for Humanity, Spring of Life Partnership. (847) 956-1510.

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital annual Craft and Vendor show: Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., main lobby and ground level meeting rooms of the hospital, 450 W. Highway 22, Barrington. Benefits area food pantries. Crafters are invited to participate. For details, call Lynette at (847) 381-0123, ext. 26-5058.

Elk Grove Park District Sheila Ray Adult Center annual Holiday Bazaar: Nov 30 and Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 225 E. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Handcrafted items in a variety of media, full meal concessions, bake sale, hand-quilted comforter raffle. (847) 364-7224.

December

Good Shepherd United Methodist Women's 19th annual Cookie Walk and Craft Fair: Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 751 W. Army Trail Road, Bartlett. Wide variety of home-baked cookies sold by the box, handcrafted items. Proceeds support mission projects. Admission free, plenty of parking. For information, call Debbie at (630) 213-0479 or for crafter information, call Mary Lou at (630) 289-9541.

New Apostolic Church Craft Fair: Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 24560 Indian Trail Road, North Barrington. Handmade crafts, photographs, jewelry, more. Bake sale, raffle, handicapped accessible, free parking. Benefits the youth group.

Presbyterian Church of Palatine Cookie Walk: Dec. 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Palatine and Rohlwing roads, Palatine. Home baked holiday cookies sold by the by the box.

St. John Lutheran Church Cookie Walk: Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3020 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook. Homemade cookies sold by the pound, light lunch available for purchase. Free admission. Iris at (847) 297-5389 or Janet at (847) 296-5727.

St. John's Lutheran School Craft Fair: Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 300 Jefferson St., Algonquin. Soup and salad bar served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information, call Char at (847) 854-2304.

Christ the King Parish Council of Catholic Women Holiday Fair: Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Parish Life Center, 1501 S. Main St., Lombard. Crafters and home-show representatives. For participation information, call Cathy at (630) 495-1804.

St. Andrew United Methodist Church Christmas Faire and Auction: Dec. 2 at 11 a.m., 250 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream. Brunch with Santa, homemade cookies sold by the dozen, hostess items and live basket auction. Brunch tickets are $6; free for children under age 5. Reservations required, call (630) 510-0145 before Nov. 28.

Village Park of Palatine Holiday Shop-A-Thon: Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the club house 860 W. Panorama Drive, Palatine. Vendors and crafters. Accepting applications, call Gina at (847) 471-5886.

Schaumburg Park Foundation Holiday Bazaar: Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Schaumburg Corporate Center Atrium, 1515 W. Woodfield Road, Schaumburg. Featuring 35 crafters and vendors, live entertainment. Free admission. (847) 985-2115.

One of a Kind Show and Sale: Dec. 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.; Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Chicago's Merchandise Mart. $10. For information, call Kathleen at (312) 527-7642 or visit the Web site www.merchandisemart.com/oneofakindshow.

Fremd High School Holiday Craft Fair: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, at the high school, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Over 180 booths, in a variety of media, including holiday gift items, seasonal decor, jewelry, food and more. Concessions. Proceeds benefit the Viking Booster Club.

Miner School Arts, Crafts and Gifts Show: Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1101 E. Miner, Arlington Heights. Wide variety of arts and crafts, artists and vendors, refreshments, lunch available, raffle. Benefits children with disabilities. (847) 463-8400.

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