Lake County arts and crafts
Craft shows, bazaars, rummage sales, farmers markets. Deadline is two weeks before event date.
Jan. 30
Wreath Workshop: 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, Wauconda Area Public Library, 801 N. Main St., Wauconda. Create a fragrant everlasting wreath incorporating fresh greens. The $15 fee covers all materials, but bring some pruners or old scissors. Registration required; call (847) 526-6225 or visit wauclib.org.
Jan. 31
Silpada Jewelry show: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, Luther Hall, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 24500 North Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Part of St. Matthew's "Love is More Than Skin Deep" month, to raise money for Jeremiah Krueger, an infant with a very rare skin disorder, epodermolytic hyperkeratosis. For information visit stmatts.net or call (847) 438-7709.
ORT Party Planning Showcase: 10:30-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31, Lincolnshire Marriott Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. ORT America's 19th Annual Party Planning Showcase, featuring more than 130 exhibits, including caterers and confectioners, DJs, venue and décor, invitations, photography and videography, centerpieces, custom giveaways, interactive entertainment possibilities, bridal services and more. Admission and parking are free. For information, contact Barb Statland, at (847) 291-0475 or bstatland@ortamerica.org.
Books, CDs and DVDs Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. A wide selection of gently-used books, CDs and DVDs will be available. For information, call (847) 459-1677 or visit congregation-betham.org.
Feb. 6
First Saturday Sales: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, Warren-Newport Public Library, 224 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee. The sale will feature an overstock of DVDs and children's books. Call (847) 244-5150 or visit wnpl.info.
Feb. 7
Books, CDs and DVDs Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, Congregation Beth Am, 225 N. McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove. A wide selection of gently-used books, CDs and DVDs will be available. For information, call (847) 459-1677 or visit congregation-betham.org.
Feb. 20
Ladies Aid Sale: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, St. Matthew Lutheran School, 24480 North Old McHenry Road, Hawthorn Woods. Used book, DVD and CD Sale in the school gym. Part of St. Matthew's "Love is More Than Skin Deep" month, to raise money for Jeremiah Krueger, an infant with a very rare skin disorder, epodermolytic hyperkeratosis. For information visit stmatts.net or call (847) 438-7709.
Ongoing
Members Exhibition: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 1-5 p.m. Sundays through Feb. 21, Lumber Center for the Performing Arts at College of Lake County, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake. Exhibition featuring a diverse collection of art work by 99 artist members. Call (847) 543-2300 or visit jlcenter.clcillinois.edu.