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Crafts, bazaars and markets

Craft shows, bazaars, rummage sales, farmers markets. Send items to nbrcalendar@dailyherald.com two weeks before event date.

March 6

Walk-In Craft Projects: Friday to Monday March 6-9; and Monday to Sunday, March 23-29, Cook Park Library, 413 Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville and Evergreen Interim Library, 290 Evergreen Drive, Vernon Hills (Evergreen is closed Sundays). For information, call (847) 362-2330 or visit cooklib.org.

March 7

Spring fashion and gift show: The Schaumburg High School VIP Club invites vendors to participate in its Spring Fashion & Gift Show on March 7. They are seeking a variety of offerings such as jewelry, candles, handbags, accessories, fragrances, skin care as well as unique and whimsical gift ideas. 50 spaces are available. Two fashion shows will also be held during the event, featuring spring apparel and prom fashions sponsored by local retailers. Applications can be downloaded from the school Web site: www.shs.d211.org.

Fremd High School Spring Boutique: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 7, William Fremd High School, 1000 S. Quentin Road, Palatine. Over 180 crafters offering quality merchandise in a variety of media. Hosted by the Fremd Boosters Club, proceeds benefit sports programs and student organizations. Free parking and admission.

Kirk School Spring Showcase of Arts and Crafts: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 7 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, March 8, at the school, 520 S. Plum Grove Road, Palatine. Over 95 exhibitor booths in a variety of media. Entertainment, door prizes, cafe, bake sale. Sponsored by Alpha Gamma Delta Alumnae and Parents and Teachers of Handicapped Students, the proceeds benefit the Kirk School and the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. Kathy, (847) 259-8749 or d.mazzocchi@comcast.net.

Grayslake Eighth Grade Celebration Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 7, Grayslake Middle School, 440 N. Barron Blvd., Grayslake. Over 50 crafters offering merchandise in a variety of media. Free parking and admission. (847) 543-5836.

March 14

Triple Treasure Auction: 5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, First Presbyterian Church of Libertyville, 219 West Maple Ave. Libertyville. The theme is "A Night at the Hollywood Awards." Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children, who attend their own separate program featuring a magician. After March 8, adult tickets cost $25 and children's tickets will no longer be available. Tickets are available in the church office or by calling (847) 362-2174. Visitfirstpreslibertyville.org.

March 21

Boomer Expo: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 21, Regent Center, 1200 Regent Drive, Mundelein. The Mundelein Park District's Boomer Expo will feature more than 25 services and demonstrations related to health and wellness, finances, family, travel, personal development and more. For information, call (847) 566-4790 or e-mail myoho@mundeleinparks.org.

April 3

Spring and Summer Clothing ReSale: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, April 3 and 9 a.m. to noon. Saturday, April 4, Barrington United Methodist Church, 98 Algonquin Road, Barrington. Sale will feature spring and summer clothing, jackets, swimwear, accessories, shoes and sandals for adults and children. On Saturday, shoppers can take advantage of a bag sale, allowing shoppers to buy all that they can fit into either a $3 or a $5 bag. Proceeds will go toward local missions. For information, call (847) 836-5540.

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