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Holiday Craft Fairs
Creative people selling their wares - many for good causes!
Thru Dec 30 ~ Holiday Gift Gallery Dec 1 ~ Christmas Bazaar ~
Dec 1-2 ~ St Elizabeth Seton Rummage and Craft Faire ~ hosted
Dec 1-2 ~ Holiday on Florence ~ A Showcase of Fine Local Craft, featuring handwoven scarves, hats, capes, pillows and more from West County artists. Shop for the holidays in a festive, cozy setting at The Weaving Studio on Sebastopol’s famous “sculpture street.” All local and handmade. 11am-5pm at 343 Florence Ave, Sebastopol. INFO. 707-280-2607 or abbybard@yahoo.com
Healdsburg Center for the Arts.
Alexander Valley Ladies Aid
Unique, handmade gifts, which supports Healdsburg Center for the Artst includes Books, Cards, Ceramics, Drawing, Glass, Holiday Themed, Games, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Painting, Paper, Pastel, Photography, Plastic, Puzzles, Textiles, Toys, Watercolor, and Wood. 11-5pm S,M,Th 11-6 F,Sa. at The Healdsburg Center for the Arts, 130 Plaza St., Healdsburg. INFO. 707-431-1970, healdsburgcenterforthearts.org
Dec 1 ~ Rincon Valley Mobile
Estates Holiday Craft Fair. Things you can shop for: Beautiful handmade one-of-a-kind gifts. Jewelry, knitting, crocheting, art, cards, purses, ornaments, and much more. 10am-3pm at Rincon Valley Mobile Estates, 4671 Circle Drive, Santa Rosa. INFO. 707- 539-3768
annual fundraiser. Delicious home- made goodies, live and dried wreaths, ornaments, fleece blankets, painted gourds, kitchen towels, aprons, hand- painted goods, local lavender, and raffle baskets and more! Proceeds are used to fund scholarships for local graduating seniors in high school, the Alexander Valley School Library, community charities, and to aid in the maintenance of the historic church. 10am at 6650 Hwy 128, Healdsburg. INFO. avladiesaid.com
Dec 1 ~ Bay Area Made Holiday
Market at The Barlow ~ Our gathering of over 40 of the Bay Area’s favorite and emerging craftspeople featuring locally made apparel, accessories, jewelry, home goods, aprons and kitchen products, artisan food and drink, stationery and cards, apothecary and more. Spirit Works Distillery as well as local wineries will offer libations. Free event, 11am-5pm, The Barlow, 6770 McKinley St, Suite 100, Sebastopol. info@bayareamade.us
by the Women’s Guild of St. Elizabeth Seton. Rummage items, Crafts, and Baked Goods on sale. Also, several goodie baskets and a hand-made quilt will be raffled. Dec 1, 9am-6:30pm and Dec 2, 9am-12pm. St. Elizabeth Seton Parish Hall, 4595 Snyder Lane, Rohnert Park. INFO. 707-586-0102 ed.lavelle@ sbcglobal.net
Dec 2 ~ Holiday Shopping Boutique
Dec 1 ~ The Mercatino di Natale, an
Italian Christmas Festival of all things
Italian like the annual Christmas
markets that pop up all over Italy this
time of year. Artisan vendors, Italian
cafe, wine and beer bar, silent auction,
exhibit of the history of Italians in
Sonoma County, and live entertainment
by Steve Albini, Duo Pizzicato, Coro
Allegro, Eliza the Strolling Musician
and Signora Allora, the Fortune Teller.
$5 available at www.nbicf.org or at the
door. Free for children 12 and under.
Proceeds benefit the cultural and
community endeavors of the North Bay
Italian Cultural Foundation. 11am-5pm
at St. Rose Parish Hall, 320 Tenth Street,
Santa Rosa. 707-591-9696 or nbicf.org. ~Rain or shine event for the whole
Dec 2 ~ Holiday Artist Pop Up at
Griffo Distillery ~ Sip some yummy cocktails while perusing locally-made fine art, jewelry, and slow-made artisan goods! Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and live music by Christine McCann. Shop local! Support the arts! 12-5pm at Griffo Distillery, 1320 Scott Street Suite A, Petaluma. INFO. 707- 879-8755 or info@griffodistillery.com
Dec 2 ~ Holiday Open House at
Buena Vista Winery ~ We are accepting donations for the Toys for Tots. Bring an unwrapped new toy and receive an additional 10% savings on wine purchases. Tickets are $20 per person; complimentary for Club Members and up to 3 guests. 11am-4pm at Buena Vista Winery, 18000 Old Winery Rd, Sonoma. INFO: buenavistawinery.com or 800-325-2764.
Dec 7 ~ Cloverdale Arts Alliance
Gallery Craft Faire ~ The Gallery will be transformed into a Craft Faire featuring locally made items. Meet the artists and crafters and get into the holiday spirit with spiced cider, cookies and other homemade snacks. Admission is free. Cloverdale Arts Alliance Gallery, 204 N. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale. INFO: 707-490-6977, lauracarr232@comcast.net
Dec 7-9 ~ Annual Sebastopol
Holiday Artisan Boutique! Shop for unique gifts crafted by local artists: fiber art, jewelry, vintage collectables, ceramics, photography, art and books. Also enjoy locally-sourced food. Fri 5-9 and all day Sat and Sun. 1782 Pleasant Hill Rd., Sebastopol. INFO. 707-829-1729 www.sebastopolholidayhometour.com
Dec 8- 9 ~ 33rd Annual Occidental
Holiday Crafts Faire ~ highlighting over 35 local and regional artists. Win special gift packages including art, wine, jewelry, other handmade crafts, as well as local restaurant and hotel gift certificates. Fabulous food and
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Dec 1 ~ Santa Rosa Veterans
Memorial Craft Fair - Featuring over 80 Vendors!!! handcrafted gifts, displays and home accents. Celebrate the Holidays with beautiful Sonoma County made crafts as well as exciting gifts and jewelry from local vendors. All raffle money supports COTS in Sonoma County. There will be Hands- On, Craft Activities Throughout the Event!!! Sponsored by Mystical Rose Events. 10am-4pm, 1351 Maple Ave, Santa Rosa. INFO. 707-494-9202
Dec 1 ~ Christmas Craft Fair ~ Faith
Lutheran Church of Sonoma
Valley ~ More than 25 crafters display a wide variety of handmade gifts, fashion accessories, and home goods. Ample onsite parking with full ADA accessibility. Free, 10am-4pm, Faith Lutheran Church of Sonoma Valley, 19355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. INFO. 707-938-1873, Susan Ryan, suscryan@ gmail.com
family. The street will be closed to vehicles and open vendors. Featuring artisans, food trucks, local business and services. Santa will also make an appearance, so don’t forget your wish list! Ponies and horse & carriage rides, live music. Discover Cotati “Passport” that you get stamped to enter to win a wonderful raffle prize. Old Redwood Hwy between Page and West Sierra Cotati. INFO. 415-342-3952 or info@ communityfarmersmarkets.com
~ Join us for our annual Holiday Marketplace that brings local artists, crafters, and small vendors together for a shopping holiday mixer. We will have snacks, beverages, and wine. Second Street will be featuring our one of a kind wreaths, mistletoe bunches, and forever bouquets. Stop by and enjoy the festivities with us! 2-6pm at 140 2nd Street, Suite 116, Petaluma. INFO. 707- 559-5243
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Dec 1 ~ Bacchus Holiday Bazaar
& Toy Drive ~ Hosted by Gundlach Bundschu Winery. Sip, shop and get cozy by a fire at this special holiday event in our Vista Courtyard. Bring an unwrapped toy for our annual toy drive in partnership with the Sonoma Raceway, supporting Sonoma kids in need. 11am-4:30pm at Gundlach Bundschu, 2000 Denmark St., Sonoma. INFO. 707-938-5277
Dec 1-2 ~ Holiday Show and Sale
Dec 1 ~ Cotati Shop and Stroll
Dec 1 ~ Holiday Artisan Marketplace
Dec 1-2 ~ Maresca “Art Barn”
Studio Holiday Boutique ~ Many local artisans. Shop in a festive, cozy environment for hand-crafted holiday decorations and gifts. Jewelry, mugs, pillows, scarves, bags, ornaments, boxes, cards, and much more. Refreshments will be served. 10am- 5pm, The Maresca “Art Barn” studio, 16120 Watson Road, Guerneville. INFO: 707-869-9419, Sandra Maresca, croneclown@comcast.net
Dec 1- 2 ~ Monte Rio Holiday
Wonderland Crafts Fair ~ benefits MR Rec and Park. There will be a terrific assortment of handcrafted items to put you into a Chanukah and Christmas shopping mood! The Monte Rio Parents Club will have baked goods and savory plates available. 10-5 at The Monte Rio Community Center, 20488 CA-116, Monte Rio. INFO. 707-632 5545 or mayawrld@sonic.net
of handmade items ~ local artists and designers bijoux - Elegant and whimsical fine arts and crafts. Perfect for gift-giving! Artists include: Barbara Harris, Naomi Lasley, Pat O’Connell, Doug Peters, Patty Reilly, Paula Strother. Free. 10-5p, 583 Harrison Street, Sebastopol. INFO. 707-326-6874, Barbara Harris, baharris@sonic.net
Dec 1-2 ~ Handmade Holiday Crafts Fair at Finley Community Center
~ Festive shopping featuring over 90 local artists. Shop for quality, hand- crafted holiday décor, home goods, jewelry, bath and body products, edibles and more all sold by the artists! Live entertainment both days! A ride on Rosie the Trolley for free to and from the Crafts Fair to the Luther Burbank Home and Gardens Holiday Open House! Holiday tree and Snowman photo spots! Kids Activity craft area on Saturday from 10am-2pm Prize Giveaway Fundraiser in the main lobby. Proceeds benefit the Scholarship Fund. Suggested ticket donation: $1 per ticket or $5/6 tickets Kettle corn and baked goods, Breakfast & lunch items for purchaset. 10am-4pm at Finley Community Center, 2060 West Collage Ave. Santa Rosa. INFO. 707-543-3737
~ Fundraiser for St. Jude Children Hospital. 30 Craft vendors shop from. 10am-4pm at the Flamingo Hotel, 2777 4th st. Santa Rosa. INFO. 707-321-9524