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2015 list of holiday bazaars

October

33rd Annual “A Sale For All Seasons”

Time and date: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 9; and 10 a.m.-4p.m. Oct. 10.

Location: Washington State Capital Museum, Coach House, 211 21st Ave. SW, Olympia.

Description: Beautifully handcrafted items, jewelry, fabric art, paper crafts, hand-painted items, honey, aprons, baby blankets, fall holiday and Christmas decor, yard art and more. Free admission and some free parking. Food bank donations will be accepted.

Contact: Debbie Wakefield, 360-491-0176, jdabwake@aol.com.

Ladies of the Lake Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 24.

Location: Hoodsport Fire Hall, 331 Upper Finch Creek Road, Hoodsport.

Description: Crafts of all kinds, baked goods, quilted items and a quilt raffle. Vendor tables $15.

Contact: Sharon, 360-229-8715.

Lake Limerick Arts & Crafts Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 24.

Location: 790 E. St. Andrews Drive, Shelton.

Description: 30 booths of locally handcrafted gifts, including mosaics, stained glass, tole painting, woodcrafts, pottery, ceramics, rice packs, book covers, soaps and lotions, jewelry, floral arrangements, painted or etched glassware, hats, scarves, baby items, pet items, and more. Enter a raffle to win a holiday quilt or a basket of goodies. Proceeds benefit Mason County Homeless Shelter. Baked goods and lunch items will be available for purchase.

Contact: Robbi Alberts, 360-427-5470 or email: ralberts@reachone.com.

Alonda Villa Holiday & Variety Sale

Time and date: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 24-25.

Location: Alonda Villa Clubhouse, 1301 Alonda Lane NE, Olympia.

Description: Holiday and other items for gift-giving, sponsored by Alonda Villa seniors.

Contact: 360-455-8661 or 360-485-7320.

Mt. Olive Lutheran Church Annual Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 30; and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 31.

Location: 206 E. Wyandotte Ave., Shelton.

Description: Numerous gift and craft items, fabric corner, baked goods, assorted plants. Lunch will be available.

Contact: Janice McMann, 360-426-7412 or jdmcmann@msn.com.

November

Made in America Gifts & Goodies Galore

Time and date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Nov. 7.

Location: Mason County Senior Activities Center at the Pavilion, 190 Sentry Drive W., Shelton.

Description: Easy parking and music by the Town & Country Gentlemen as you shop more than 30 tables of handmade items including holiday baskets and decorations, jewelry, quilts, linens, knits, Native American silver and turquoise jewelry, stained glass decorations, hand-tooled leather, pottery, Seahawks-themed items and more. Bake sale items, and lunch available from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Some vendor spaces are available.

Contact: Terri Shaw, terri@mcsac.net.

24th annual “Homemade for the Holidays”

Time and date: 4-8 p.m. Nov. 6 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: Thurston County Fairgrounds, 3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey.

Description: Four buildings filled with handcrafted items. Food by Bavarian Wurst, bake sale by Lacey Presbyterian Church. Free admission and parking. Please bring a food bank donation.

Contact: Debbie Wakefield, 360-491-0176, jdabwake@aol.com.

Friendly Village Christmas Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 6- 7.

Location: Friendly Village Clubhouse, 1111 Archwood Drive, Olympia.

Description: Vendors selling homemade crafts and food items. Sale items range from wood carvings to candies, jams and fudge. Many items of jewelry, hair items, candles, and a vast selection of bags and purses. Handmade sachets, soaps, kitchen towels, pot holders, and Christmas decorations and ornaments.

Contact: Sue Amos, 360-489-0594, or email: su11amos@comcast.net.

St. Edward’s Two-Day Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 6-7.

Location: 601 C St. W., Shelton.

Description: Holiday items, baked goods, jewelry and glassware, collectibles, crafts and linens, house plants and a gift basket raffle. Lunch will be available Friday only 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Contact: Kathy Anderson, 360-877-2048.

26th Annual Catolicious Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: Plantasia Gardens, 2838 Sandtrap Court SW, Tumwater.

Description: Garden art and decor. Holiday decorations. Bird baths, statuary, garden finds. Antiques and found objects, linens, edibles, wall art, candles, bath products, handmade and eclectic items. Many items under $20.

Contact: 360-754-4321.

Carlyon Beach Annual Holiday Craft and Bake Sale

Date and Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: 2719 Island Drive NW, Olympia.

Description: Features local handmade one-of-a-kind purses and bags, woodcraft items, birdhouses, jewelry, paper crafts, Christmas decor and ornaments, children’s designer clothing, wall hangings and more. Funds raised benefit the community.

Contact: Colleen Weston, 206-755-9367.

Eagle’s Landing Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: 2257 E. Eagle Lane SW, Tumwater.

Description: Park residents make Seahawks stained glass and jewelry; woodcrafts; sewn, crocheted and knitted items such as scarves, cooking mitts, potholders and more.

Contact: 360-956-3344, or lorizoly@yahoo.com.

Holiday on Main

Time and date: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: Faith Lutheran Church, 1212 Connection St., Shelton.

Description: Homemade lefse and other Scandinavian sweets, handcrafted items, knitted items, live music and lunch will be available. No vendor space is available.

Contact: Lou Ann Moeller, 360-426-0347.

Holy Family School 12th annual Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7

Location: 2606 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey.

Description: Gifts galore to help you start your holiday shopping adventures and get you into the holiday spirit.

Contact: Virginia Baker, 360-491-7060.

South Bay Firefighter’s Association 17th annual Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Nov. 7.

Location: 3506 Shincke Road NE, Olympia.

Description: Members sell their crafts, handmade treasures, holiday gift items and more. The Firefighter’s Association will also host a snack bar and bake sale. All proceeds benefit community outreach programs. Vendors can register at southbayfire.com.

Contact: Heidi Stumpf, 360-491-5320.

Lutheran Women’s Missionary League’s “Grandma’s House Mission Fair”

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 2020 Franklin St. SE, Olympia.

Description: Handcrafted items. Pantry and kitchen, with hand-stitched tea towels, Christmas cookie mix and match, bake sale featuring breads, pies and flat bread. Visit the garden plants and arrangements. In the parlor with quilts and grandma’s attic.

Contact: Florence Jonen, 360-561-4510.

Gull Harbor Art and Craft Show

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Nov. 7; and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8.

Location: 5046 Boston Harbor Road, Olympia.

Description: Original handcrafted items including watercolors, ceramic art, jewelry, fiber arts and woodwork. There will also be a cupcake contest with baked goods for sale. All of the sales of baked goods will benefit the SideWalk program. Ten percent of artists’ sales will be donated. Enjoy music from local student performers and community members.

Contact: Nancy Clark Broach, 360-259-5518 or email: info@wildartwatercolors.com.

South Union Grange Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 7.

Location: 10030 Tilley Road S., Olympia.

Description: Needlework and quilted items great for gift giving, baked goods. Vendor spaces are available.

Contact: Diane Williams, 360-791-9570.

Mtn. Green Mobile Park Annual Holiday Bazaar

Date and Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 13-14.

Location: 5280 55th Ave. SE, Lacey.

Description: Homemade goods, holiday items, baked goods, collectibles, art, jewelry and more. Free admission.

Contact: Jytta Wagoner, 360-456-0925 or Carol Bloedel, 360-789-4225.

Colonial Estates Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale

Date and Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: 3700 14th Ave. SE, Olympia.

Description: All homemade items ideal for home use or gifts, including many holiday decorations. Bake sale and raffle.

Contact: Buddie Mitchell, 360-878-9234 and Pat Foss, 360-352-9233.

Crossroads Church Christmas Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: 9231 183rd Ave. SW, Rochester

Description: All handcrafted: greeting cards, canvas and wood art, baked goods, felt items, jewelry, decorations and more.

Contact: Mary Roberts, 360-352-8305.

DuPont Winter Wonderland Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: Pioneer Middle School, 1750 Bobs Hollow Lane, DuPont.

Description: Many vendors selling handcrafted items. Admission is $1 for adults.

Contact: Anna Skretting, 253-964-4944 or email: cranaberry@aol.com.

Olequa Senior Center Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: 119 SW Kerron St., Winlock.

Description: Variety of handmade crafts from the Winlock community.

Contact: Winlock Senior Center, 360-785-4325.

Salvation Army Women’s Ministries’ “A Winter Wonderland” Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: 1505 Fourth Ave. E., Olympia.

Description: Homemade items, gift baskets, repurposed wood items, crocheted items, quilts, tote bags, humorous yard signs and homemade baked goods. Lunch will be available.

Contact: Debbie Ingram, 360-943-0647 or 360-352-8596.

Timberline High School Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: 6120 Mullen Road SE, Lacey.

Description: Handmade crafts and gift ideas for every person on your list, including crocheted items, sewn, painted and knitted items, carved wood and more. Food and door prizes. Vendor tables are available.

Contact: Marianne Christiansen, 360-456-3772, or craftiemommy@msn.com or mchristiansen@nthurston.k12.wa.us.

Winter Wonderland Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: First United Methodist Church, 1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia.

Description: Handcrafted Christmas and home decor items, and personal wear items. Gourmet foods, including soup mixes, jams, mustards, nuts, homemade candy, bread and other baked goods, Rada Cutlery, garden booth, and a comfort and care booth. Bid on theme baskets and vintage items at a silent auction. No outside vendors. Purchase homemade goodies and coffee and tea to enjoy with friends at the bazaar. Lunch will be available for purchase from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Contact: Carol Gruen, 360-352-9703.

Wolf Country Holiday Homecoming

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14.

Location: Black Hills High School, 7741 Littlerock Road SW, Tumwater.

Description: Antiques, collectibles and crafts fair. Find fun and unique gifts for everyone on your list from our more than 50 vendors, while supporting Black Hills High School ASB.

Contact: Bonnie Center, 360-709-7810, or bonnie.center@tumwater.k12.wa.us.

Woman’s Club of Olympia Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 14

Location: Abigail Stuart House, 1002 Washington St. SE, Olympia.

Description: Felted hats and garments, handmade clothing and kitchen items, photography, jewelry, pottery, art, children’s items and holiday gifts.

Contact: Pat Keith, 360-459-4671.

Olympia Weaver’s Guild 32nd annual Show and Sale

Time and date: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 14; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15.

Location: South Bay Fire Station, 5046 Boston Harbor Road NE, Olympia.

Description: Fiber artists’ show and sale. Hand-woven, spun, felted, braided, knitted and crocheted items, including baskets, hats, scarves and much more. Artists will be at the show to visit and display their crafts.

Contact: Tamie Herridge, 360-352-4858, or tamieherridge@hotmail.com.

Providence Mother Joseph Care Center 24th annual Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 20.

Location: 3333 Ensign Road NE, Olympia.

Description: Proceeds benefit the Resident Council Fund.

Contact: Penny Hyers, 360-493-4634.

Christmas Comes Early

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 20-21.

Location: 1670 Circle Loop SE, Lacey.

Description: Handcrafted items created by Panorama residents, includes artwork, wood items, jewelry, stocking stuffers and more. Resident council at Panorama benefits from the proceeds.

Contact: Sharon McGinley, 360-438-5449.

Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Nov. 20-21

Location: Elma Grange 26, 401 W. Waldrip St., Elma.

Description: Crafts, gifts, and food. Call for vendor space availability.

Contact: 360-482-3821 or Cecelia Mattox, 360-470-0353.

Nisqually Valley Moose Lodge Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 20; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 21.

Location: 1117 Yelm Ave., Yelm.

Description: A large variety of crafts, jewelry, gift items, baked goods. Vendor tables are available.

Contact: Rae Gaither, 360-458-7556.

St. John’s, St. Joseph Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 20-21.

Location: 11111 Military Road, Lakewood.

Description: Gift baskets, vintage items for men and women. Christmas gifts and decor. Lunch will be available. Vendors welcome.

Contact: 360-943-1157.

Swede Hall Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 20 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 21.

Location: 18543 Albany St. SW, Rochester.

Description: More than 30 vendors with handcrafted items as well as other products. There will be a large variety of jewelry, woodcrafts, ornaments, stocking stuffers, fabric gift bags, cutting boards, handmade soaps, leather goods, wickless candles, health and beauty products and more. Decorated trees will be auctioned, with silent bids only ending at 3 p.m. Saturday. Prize drawings, and food available for purchase. Nonperishable donations accepted for the food bank.

Contact: Brinda Bachelder, 360-858-7354.

V.F.W. Auxiliary #318 Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 20; and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 21.

Location: 2902 Martin Way E., Olympia.

Description: Baked goods, raffles, 18 vendor tables, silent auction. A lunch of soup and sandwiches will be available. Proceeds benefit veterans’ causes, needs and some local nursing homes as well as American Lake Nursing Unit.

Contact: Christiana, 360-456-3070.

15th annual Olympia High School BEARzaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.- p.m., Nov. 21.

Location: 1302 North St., Olympia.

Description: More than 170 vendors selling antiques and handcrafted items. Admission and parking are free, although this year, for $5 you can enter at 8:15 a.m. instead of 9 a.m. We will also be accepting canned food donations for the Thurston County Food Bank.

Contact: Kathy Thompson, 360-956-3667.

Restoration Church Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 21.

Location: Restoration Church, 6700 Martin Way E., suite 104, Lacey.

Description: Many items at reasonable prices, including American Girl doll clothes, Seahawks fan gear, handmade soaps, crocheted hats and scarves, signs, jewelry, paintings, fresh wreaths, Pup-cakes, hair accessories plus much more. Raffles every 20-30 minutes, with items donated by vendors. Admission and parking are free. There are some vendor spaces available.

Contact: Debbie Kitterman, 360-455-0088, or info@restorantionfoursquare.com.

37th annual Country Christmas Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 21; and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 22.

Location: Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, 32 Elma-McCleary Road, Elma.

Description: 241 booths of all handcrafted items, including pottery, primitives, jewelry, toys, floral, baked goods, birdhouses, wreaths, candy, quilts, holiday decorations, furniture, stained glass, pet items and much more. Donations will be accepted for the food bank.

Contact: Karen Olson, 360-482-2717.

Thurston County Fair Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: Noon-4 p.m. Nov. 27; and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 28.

Location: Thurston County Fairgrounds, 3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey.

Description: Crafters specializing in handmade treasures and gourmet treats, children’s entrepreneur section, lattes, lunch and snacks available. Donations of shoes, socks, and coats for Community Youth Services, as well as donations for the Thurston County Food Bank will be accepted. Free admission and parking.

Contact: 360-402-0702 or freekat446@gmail.com.

Cousins’ Christmas Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 28

Location: Black Lake Grange, 6200 Black Lake Blvd., Olympia.

Description: Lots of great ideas for all occasion gift-giving and decorating. Seahawks-themed items, jewelry, home-decorating ideas, paintings, etc. There will be several items for raffle. Fundraising for Children’s Hospital and charity bake sale to benefit local low-income students.

Contact: Pam Keselburg, 360-491-0535.

December

Ceramics Open House & Holiday Sale

Time and date: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 3; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 4; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St. NW, room 207, Olympia.

Description: Check out our ceramics studio and learn about class opportunities from instructors. Also, enjoy or purchase pottery and whimsical art. There will be new items on sale each day. Sign the guest book for a chance at a door prize.

Contact: Veronica Gemmell, 360-753-8380.

Feline Friends Bazaar and Cat Adoption

Time and date: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Dec. 5.

Location: 3707 Steamboat Loop NW, Olympia.

Description: More than 20 vendors with a variety of special handcrafted gifts for friends and pets, including jewelry, pet toys and beds, knit and crocheted items, handmade Christmas decorations, fabric art, handmade soap, house plants, garden seeds, baked goods, chili and much more. Don’t miss the white-elephant table and raffle. Santa Paws will be available for pictures with children or pets. Cat adoptions happening nearby.

Contact: Diane Jacob, 360-866-1909 or visit feline-friends.net.

Hawks Holiday Happening Gift & Craft Fair

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: River Ridge High School, 350 River Ridge Drive SE, Lacey.

Description: Festive shopping with more than 165 vendors specializing in handmade gifts and artwork. Door prizes, entertainment and free photos with Frosty. Vendor fees support band students and River Ridge High School. Find us on Facebook.

Contact: HawksHolidayHappening@gmail.com, or nthurston.k12.wa.us/HawksHolidayHappening.

Kitten Rescue of Mason County Annual Bazaar & Bake Sale

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5

Location: 420 SE State Route 3, Shelton.

Description: Quilt raffle, gift items, baby items, baked goods, assorted jewelry, blankets, clothing, household items, handmade items, collectibles, Christmas decorations, stocking stuffers, dog and cat items, and more. Proceeds purchase food and provide funds for shelter and medical costs.

Contact: Bonnie Jubb, 360-490-7911.

Littlerock Methodist Church Holiday Sale

Time and date: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: 6336 128th Ave. SW, Littlerock.

Description: Baked goods, miscellaneous items, raffle of a half of a beef.

Contact: 360-352-9408.

St. David’s Episcopal Church Holiday Gift Faire

Time and date: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: 324 Cedar St. W, Shelton.

Description: Embrace a variety of handcrafted, vintage and holiday gifts, creative treats, baked goods, and try the “Share the Stocking” raffle. Browse and shop during a continuous live holiday music concert. Warm seasonal refreshments will be available for purchase.

Contact: Judith Wise Buchholz, 360-427-2497.

Tumwater Theater Company 3rd annual Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: Tumwater High School Performing Arts Center, 700 Israel Road SW.

Description: Features treats and crafts created by students of Tumwater High School’s Drama Department. Live entertainment. Proceeds benefit future productions by Tumwater Theater Co.

Contact: Heidi Fredericks, Heidi.Fredericks@tumwater.k12.wa.us.

Tumwater United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: Tumwater United Methodist Church, 1401 Lakepark Drive SW.

Description: Handcrafted items, holiday gift items, jewelry, wood crafts, aprons, knit caps, scarves and dish cloths, baked-potato pouches, tote bags, decorator pillows, home-baked goods, candies, pickles, jams, jellies, specialty mustard and much more. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Contact: Elaine Chandler, 360-753-8804.

“Winterfest” by Littlerock Elementary School PTO

Time and date: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 5.

Location: 12710 Littlerock Road SW, Olympia.

Description: Holiday bazaar with more than 40 vendors. Bazaar features a silent auction, basket raffle, Snowflake Café, cake walk, book fair, Elf’s Workshop, Santa photos, Homesteaders.

Contact: littlerockpto@hotmail.com.

McCleary 2nd annual Christmas Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 5-6.

Location: 939 Simpson Ave. W, McCleary.

Description: Handmade crafts, art, ceramics. A percentage of the proceeds benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Grays Harbor.

Contact: 360-495-3265.

Duck the Malls 13th annual Arts and Crafts Sale

Time and date: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 12.

Location: Capitol Theater, 206 Fifth Ave. SE, Olympia

Description: Shop downtown for the holidays at an awesome local craft fair that supports local and independent artisans and artists in the South Sound and visual art programming at the Olympia Film Society.

Contact: Call 360-754-6670, ext. 20.

Komachin Middle School PTA Holiday Bazaar

Time and date: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 12.

Location: 3650 College St. SE, Lacey.

Description: Expanding into the gym, we will have nearly 100 vendors. Handmade and personalized items from blankets to hats and towels. Inspirational gifts, greeting cards, personalized plaques, wall hangings, photographs and quilted items. Also available will be natural food products, jams, jellies, honey, etc.

Contact: Dawn Jones, 360-790-5179, or email: dljones88@comcast.net.

3rd annual “Turn of the Tides Festival”

Time and date: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 19.

Location: South Sound Estuarium, 309 State Ave. NE, Olympia.

Description: Marine/estuary-themed items will be available for purchase.

Contact: Troy Mead, 360-915-0773.

This story was originally published October 3, 2015 at 9:00 AM with the headline "2015 list of holiday bazaars."

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