ARTS AND CRAFTS
Nov. 29
Cornish Christmas
Vendors dressed in Cornish attire set in the historic downtown Grass Valley. Shops, restaurants and tasting rooms will be open late. Mill and W. Main streets will be closed to traffic. Vendors offering hand-crafted items, food vendors, carolers, musicians. 6 p.m. Nov. 29; 6 p.m. Dec. 6; 6 p.m. Dec. 13; 6 p.m. Dec. 20. Free. 530-272-8315. www.historicgrassvalley.com.
Holiday Art & Craft Festival
The Crocker Museum and the Creative Arts League of Sacramento join together to hold the Holiday Art & Craft Festival. Ceramics, fabrics, wood, jewelry, painting, glass and other unique gifts by more than 100 artists and craftspeople. Noon-6 p.m. Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 1. Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H St., Sacramento. $6 general, $3 seniors and students, free for Crocker members. 916-808-7000.
Fiber Arts Show and Sale
Sacramento Fiber Arts Group presents a Fiber Arts Show and Sale in Gallery 3. 11 a.m. Nov. 29; 11 a.m. Nov. 30. Sacramento Fine Arts Center, 5330 Gibbons Drive, Carmichael. Free. 916-971-3713. www.sacfinearts.org
Free Admission Day
Fairytale Town offers free admission to families who bring a canned food item for donation to the Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services “Holiday Spirit of Giving Food Drive.” The day also includes free arts and crafts activities and a puppet show (additional cost). 10 a.m. Nov. 29. Fairytale Town, 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento. Free. 916-808-7462. www.fairytaletown.org.
Holiday Boutique
The Holiday Boutique of the Art League of Lincoln will be held each Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to Dec. 14. There will be a different group of artists and crafters each weekend. Center of the Art League of Lincoln, 580 Sixth St., Lincoln. Free. Www.all4art.net.
Sonora Christmas Festival
The 39th annual Sonora Christmas Craft and Music Festival with more than 150 craft artists; music by Joe Craven, Golden Bough, among others; street performers; costumed elves and twinkle trees; carolers; home-cooking style festival kitchens and bake shops; annual Christmas Parade in downtown Sonora at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 29. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 29; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 30; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1. Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora. $2-$7. $5 parking. 209- 533-3473.
Indian Arts & Crafts Holiday Fair
Native artisans offer wares such as jewelry, basketry, pottery, hand-painted gourds, ornaments. Regular museum admission fees apply. 10 a.m. Nov. 29; 10 a.m. Nov. 30. California State Indian Museum, 2618 K St., Sacramento. 916-324-0971. www.parks.ca.gov/pages/486/files/artsandcraftsholidayfairflyer2013_10_10_13.pdf.
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Find beaded jewelry, wheel-thrown ceramics, hand-woven scarves, mugs, platters, and one of a kind artwork by Charlene Doiron Reinhart, Liz Webb, Deb Hill, Natalie Mackenzie, Marjan Kluepfel and many other area artists. Holiday wreathes, ornaments and cards fill the space as well. Proceeds from Holiday Market go directly to support artists and the Pence’s education programs. 11:30 a.m. Nov. 29; 11:30 a.m. Nov. 30; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 1; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 2; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 3; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 4; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 5; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 6; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 7 Pence Gallery, 212 D St., Davis. Free admission. 530-758-3370. www.pencegallery.org.
SPCA Annual Holiday Boutique
Holiday decorations and crafts, special gifts, clothing and more. Proceeds benefit the Sacramento SPCA. 10 a.m. Nov. 29; 10 a.m. Nov. 30. Country Club Plaza Mall, 2310 Watt Ave., Sacramento. 916-383-7387. www.sspca.org/holidaybook.
San Jose Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Browse thousands of handmade gifts, including original art, jewelry, specialty foods, clothing, toys, home decor and more. Adding to the entertainment this year, is The Cash Tribute, featuring James Garner, playing the hits of the “Man in Black” Johnny Cash, and kids of all ages can enjoy Scott Land, an expert marionette performer most known for his work on the film “Team America: World Police.” Also, strolling performers, and interactive KidZone. 10 a.m. Nov. 29; 10 a.m. Nov. 30; 10 a.m. Dec. 1. San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose. $9 general, $7 seniors, $4 youth ages 13-17, free for children ages 12 and younger. 800-346-1212. www.harvestfestival.com/visitors/shows/sanjose/index.aspx.
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair and Victorian Holiday Party
Now in its 35th year, the Great Dickens Christmas Fair and Victorian Holiday Party kicks continues weekends from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., through Dec. 22 at San Francisco’s Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Ave. It showcases over three acres of exhibition halls transformed into a Victorian London circa 1865, lit and decorated, with winding lanes, shops, pubs, tearooms, lecture halls, a grand Music Hall and the London dockside brought to life by more than 750 authentically-dressed actors. $8-$30. 800-510-1558, ext. 114. www.dickensfair.com.
Nov. 30
Auburn Christmas Crafts Faire
Three buildings of hand crafted items. Santa and entertainment. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 30; 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1. Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., Auburn. Free. 530-823-4533. p
Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios
All manner of fine art and craft will be shown during this free self-guided tour, including blown glass, functional and decorative ceramics, ornaments, Menorahs, lamps and lighting, painted and custom furniture, garden art, floor cloths, one-of-a-kind clothing, textiles, many styles of jewelry, leather bags, recycled art, sculpture,photography, paintings, mosaics, stained glass, original prints and works on paper, and artisan wines. All work is handcrafted. 11 a.m. Nov. 30; 11 a.m. Dec. 1; 11 a.m. Dec. 7; 11 a.m. Dec. 8; 11 a.m. Dec. 14; 11 a.m. Dec. 15; 11 a.m. Dec. 21; 11 a.m. Dec. 22. Berkeley Artisans, 2547 Eighth St., Berkeley. Free. 510-845-2612. www.berkeleyartisans.com.
Cedar Springs Waldorf School and Placeville Natural Foods Co-op Holiday Market
Cedar Springs Waldorf School (CSWS) and the Placerville Natural Food Co-op host the Holiday Market, featuring more than 40 vendors offering handcrafted items. 10 a.m. Nov. 30. Placerville Shakespeare Club, 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville. Free. 530-642-9903. www.cedarspringsonline.com.
Christmas Craft Faire
Crafters will offer Hand-knit, crocheted, and embroidered crafts and clothing, jewelry, note cards, jam and pickles. 9 a.m. Nov. 30; 12 p.m. Dec. 1; 12 p.m. Dec. 8; 12 p.m. Dec. 15; 12 p.m. Dec. 22. Petaluma United Methodist Church,. 410 D St., Petaluma. 707-762-9785. petalumaumc.org/craft-faire.
Christmas in the Country Craft Faire
The 28th annual craft fair, bake sale and luncheon. Lunch at nominal prices. Hourly raffles. Variety of handmade and unique gifts for sale. 9 a.m. Nov. 30. Mountain Ranch Community Hall, 8049 Washington St., Mountain Ranch. Free. 209-754-5360.
Community Christmas Faire
Vendors, crafts, door prizes. Have lunch in our Christmas Cafe. 8 a.m. Nov. 30. 1520 Rose Ave., Modesto. 209-765-7639.
Dickens Christmas Faire
The second annual Dickens Faire presented by St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church. Stroll the streets of Olde London where crafters ply their wares; browse a selection of handmade crafts, soaps, jewelry, pottery, hand carved wooden toys, gifts, and more. Live performers will enact scenes from Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” throughout the weekend, with dancing and musical entertainment between acts. Costumes are encouraged. 10 a.m. Nov. 30; noon Dec. 1. St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 678 Enos Way, Livermore. $10-$25. 925-447-3289.
Holiday Crafterino Craft Show
The Petaluma Downtown Craft Mart presents its fifth annual “Holiday Crafterino”" show. Items for sale range from jewelry and bath products to clothing, art, ceramics and more. 11 a.m. Nov. 30. Petaluma Veterans Memorial Building, 1094 Petaluma Blvd., South Petaluma. $1 donation. www.petalumadowntowncraftmart.com.
Holiday Gift Fair
The third annual Holiday Gift Fair benefiting the Dynamics Dance Team in San Jose. Free gift wrapping is provided. 10 a.m. Nov. 30. The Joy of Dancing, 1030 Piedmont Road, San Jose. Free. 408-607-7621.
The Marilynn O’Hare Arts and Crafts
The Marilynn O’Hare Arts & Crafts Center is open with activities geared toward children and their families. Noon Nov. 30; noon Dec. 1; noon Dec. 7; noon Dec. 8; 2 p.m. Dec. 14; 2 p.m. Dec. 15; 2 p.m. Dec. 16; 2 p.m. Dec. 17; 2 p.m. Dec. 18 Children’s Fairyland, 699 Bellevue Ave., Oakland. 510-452-2259. fairyland.org/events-and-performances/schedule-of-events.
Spiritual Church of Turlock Christmas Boutique
A church fundraiser. Noon Nov. 30. The Spiritual Church. 533 Crane Ave., Turlock. Free. 209-846-0049. www.thespiritualchurch.com.
Dec. 1
Alternative Christmas Fair
Local and global offerings: artists, craftspeople, non-profit groups. Sponsored by Trinity Respecting Earth and Environment (TREE). 8:30 a.m. Dec. 1. Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 2620 Capitol Ave., Sacramento. Free. 916-451-6292.
Christkindlmarkt - Christmas Market
Gifts, European food, chocolates. Featuring local Artists selling a wide variety of handmade products such as needlecrafts, woodworking, home accents, quilting, jewelry, baked goodsndies, Advent calendars and many other gift ideas. Pictures with Santa. 10 a.m. Dec. 1. Hermann Sons Hall, 860 Western Ave., Petaluma. Free. 707-953-4039.
Christmas Craft Faire
Christmas Crafts Faire from the St. Francis Church Craft Guild. Handmade crafts. Proceeds benefit families in underprivileged countries by providing farm animals to create economic independence. 9 a.m. Dec. 1; 9 a.m. Dec. 7; 9 a.m. Dec. 8. St. Francis Episcopalian Church, 967 Fifth St., Novato. 415-892-1609. www.stfrancisnovato.org.
Holiday Art & Craft Extravaganza
Unique gifts by local artists: Fine art paintings, photographs, greeting cards, rubber stamps, musicndles, natural products, clocks, scarves, toys, jewelry and hand crafted items. . 9 a.m. Dec. 1. Oakland Center for Spiritual Living, 5000 Clarewood Drive, Oakland. Free entrance. oaklandcsl.org/happening.calendar.html.
My Favorite Things Arts and Crafts Faire
The holiday fair sponsored by St. Michael’s Church will feature holiday decorations, quilting, jewelry, woodwork and more. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1. St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 2140 Mission Ave., Arden-arcade. Free. 916-488-3550.
Square Tomatoes Craft Fair
Crafts Fair featuring hand made items, inlcuding jewelry, paper crafts, hand spun yarns. Live music and dancers. Hands-on instruction booth for guests to make gift boxes and holiday cards. 11 a.m. Dec. 1. Central Park, Fourth and C streets, Davis. Free admission. 530-758-4903. SquareTomatoesCrafts.com.
Winterfest
The Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the City of Mill Valley, brings in the holiday season with its annual Winterfest. The day’s attractions include the snow slide, a holiday musical program, holiday food and drink, crafting for the kids, Santa in an antique fire truck, holiday tree lighting ceremony, holiday costume contest. 11 a.m. Dec. 1. 150 Throckmorton Ave., Mill Valley. Event is free, $2 per snow slide. 415-388-9700. www.millvalley.org.
Wednesday Dec. 4
Sierra College Ridley Gallery 15th Annual Show and Sale
Works by local artists, students and faculty. Paintings, prints, photographs, drawings, ceramics, pottery, sculpture, jewelry, metal art, handmade ornaments, handmade cards and more. Ridley Gallery: LRC, 102. $3 parking fee. 11 a.m. Dec. 4; 11 a.m. Dec. 5; 9 a.m. Dec. 7; 11 a.m. Dec. 9; 11 a.m. Dec. 10; 11 a.m. Dec. 11; 11 a.m. Dec. 12. Sierra College, 5000 Rocklin Road, Rocklin. Free admission. 916-660-7242. www.sierracollege.edu/ridley.
Victorian Christmas
A setting of hilly streets outlined with twinkling white lights and authentic gaslamps, wandering minstrels and carolers dressed in Victorian attire. 5 p.m. Dec. 4; 5 p.m. Dec. 11; 1:30 p.m. Dec. 15; 5 p.m. Dec. 18; 1:30 p.m. Dec. 22. Historic Downtown Nevada City, Broad and Commercial streets, Nevada City. Free. 530-265-2692. www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-events/victorian-christmas.
Dec. 5
BUILD Holiday Sales Bazaar
Hosted by BUILD www.build.org, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to use entrepreneurship to propel disengaged, low-income students through high school to college . Dozens of student business teams display their products and offer a compelling case to buy what they’re selling. 5:30 p.m. Dec. 5. Scottish Rite Center & Theater, 1547 Lakeside Drive, Oakland. Free. 510-379-8952. www.build.org.
Luminary Night
Cookies, cider, hot chocolate, and coffee; kid-friendly craft event, and a raffle. 5 p.m. Dec. 5. Green Acres Nursery, 901 Galleria Blvd., Roseville. Free. 916-673-9290. www.idiggreenacres.com/event_calendar_greenacres_nursery.html.
Dec. 6
39th Annual Holiday Exhibit and Sale
Celebrate the holidays with faculty, students, and staff of City College of San Francisco (CCSF)’s Fort Mason Center Art Campus as part of the 39th annual Holiday Exhibit and Sale. This occasion gives the community an opportunity to see the art facilities at the Fort Mason Center (FMC) Art Campus and view and purchase affordable student work created at CCSF art classes held in FMC’s Building B. 6 p.m. Dec. 6; 11 a.m. Dec. 7; 11 a.m. Dec. 8. City College of San Francisco, 50 Phelan Ave., San Francisco. Free. 415-561-1840. www.fortmason.org/events/events-details?id=2774&start=2013-12-06&end=2013-12-08.
Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair
The 46th annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair offering arts, crafts and gifts, live music, carolers, face painting. Rain or shine. 8 a.m. Dec. 6. Historic Sutter Street, Folsom. Free. 916-985-7452. historicfolsom.org.
Artifactory Holiday Fair
Fine crafts by local artists. Polymer, porcelain, and fabricated aluminum jewelry; calligraphy; hemp soap, functional and decorative pottery; fleece hats; handwoven scarves; quilts; handwoven rugs and pillows; paper sculpture; book art; decorated gourds; wearable art, including hemp/tencel, hand painted silk, and microfiber clothing; leather handbags; glass art; ornaments. Ongoing weaving and spinning demonstrations. Refreshments. 10 a.m. Dec. 6; 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Lou Henry Hoover Girl Scout House, 1120 Hopkins Ave., Palo Alto. Free. 650-326-1736.
Artisans Holiday Boutique
A Holiday Boutique of local artisans who make all items by hand. 4 p.m. Dec. 6; 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 8. We and Our Neighbors Clubhouse, 15460 Union Ave., San Jose. $1-$200. 408-375-3792. www.christmasinthestudio.com.
Craft Show
Holiday Fine Arts and Craft Show. Noon-9 p.m. Dec. 6; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 8. Sutter Creek Auditorium, 18 Main St., Sutter Creek. Free. 209-274-4288.
Dickens Family Victorian Holiday
Join Charles Dickens and his family for an evening of Victorian revelry at the Falkirk Mansion in San Rafael. Meet Charles Dickens and Father Christmas, play victorian parlor games, make traditional holiday crafts. Light food and drink will be served. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 6. Falkirk Cultural Center, 1408 Mission Ave., San Rafael. $7-$10. 415-485-3328. falkirkculturalcenter.org.
Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
The 18th annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza, featuring more than 45 artists offering fine art, crafts and gifts. To be held at the Napa Valley Expo in the Cabernet Hall. Noon Dec. 6; 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Napa Valley Expo Fairgrounds, 575 Third St., Napa. Free. 707-252-4050. www.suefpaynejewelrydesign.com/events.html.
Small Business Holiday Gift Fair
Featuring more than 30 local entrepreneurs, find everything from handmade jewelry to chocolate treats and artisanal wines. 11 a.m. Dec. 6. Crocker Galleria, 50 Post St., San Francisco. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/173013396231379.
White Barn Winter Fair
The White Barn’s Winter Arts Fair, featuring art work by a variety of local artisans and craftsmen. Dec. 6, from 5 to 8:30 p.m., will include a preview night, with wine, dessert. The suggested donation of $15 directly benefits White Barn Arts. Admission is free Dec. 7 and 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The White Barn, 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave., St Helena. www.thewhitebarn.org.
Dec. 7
A Christmas Market Craft Fair
Sonoma’s Faith Lutheran Church will offer a funChristmas Market craft fair with more than 2 dozen local artisans and crafters offering a wide variety of unique, handmade gifts, baked goods, decorations, gift wrapping, snacks, and face painting. December 7, 10 to 4 at 19355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. Free parking and admission.10 a.m. Dec. 7; Faith Lutheran Church. 19355 Arnold Drive, Sonoma. Free. 707-938-1873. flcsv.org.
“Believe” Holiday Boutique
The third annual “Believe” Holiday Boutique will feature arts and crafts from more than 50 vendors. 8 a.m. Dec. 7. American High School, 36300 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. 510-794-1543. ahs-fusd-ca.schoolloop.com/holiday.
Holiday Boutique - Healdsburg
Fifth annual Holiday Boutique - Krug Event Center At Dry Creek Inn, 198 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg. More than 25 vendors, with proceeds going towards Toys For Kids Battling Cancer At UCSF In Memory Of “Holly Kettmann.” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. a.m. Dec. 7. Free. 707-484-5229.
Country Christmas Pancake Breakfast
The breakfast kicks-off a day of holiday festivities in Loomis. CCraft fair, festive carolers, and a special lighting of the town Christmas tree. 7:30 a.m. Dec. 7. Loomis Basin United Church of Christ, 6440 King Road, Loomis. $10 general, $8 seniors, free for children ages 12 and younger. 916-652-6011. www.loomisucc.org.
Ceramic and Craft Fair
Tortuga Workspace for Ceramic Arts and other invited artists will be selling ceramics, jewelry, clothing, lotions, soaps, sculpture, paintings, panforte, ornaments, and other holiday gifts. Refreshments and entertainment. A percentage of proceeds will go to support the school arts program. For 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Liberty Elementary School Multi, 170 Liberty Road, Petaluma. Ffree. 707-795-2451.
Annual Winter Faire
Themed-booths include Pantry Booth with freshly canned fruits, jams and preserves; The Workbasket offering unique handmade crafts and gifts; The Book Nook, gently used-books, CDs, DVDs; The Bake Shop, cakes, pies, breads, cookies; The Diner; fresh sandwiches, homemade soup, desserts, beverages; silent auction; grand raffle; private Spirit Readings .11 a.m. Dec. 7. Golden Gate Spiritualist Church, 1901 Franklin St., San Francisco. Free. 415-885-9976. www.ggspiritualistchurch.org.
Ben Ali Shrine Ladies Holiday Bazaar
More than 100 tables of crafts, holiday decorations, home baked goodies and fresh crop fruits and nuts, as well as a Christmas tree silent auction and photos with Santa. All donated and all proceeds go to Shriners Hospital for Children Transportation Fund. 8:30 a.m. Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 6151 H St., Sacramento. Free. 916-682-7089. benalishrine.org.
Children’s Holiday Store
Children get to do the shopping for homemade gifts and crafts while adults enjoy the raffle and bake sale. Santa will also be available for pictures. Hosted by Loomis Community Preschool. 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Loomis Community Preschool, 6414 Brace Road, Loomis. $3. 916-652-7842. www.loomispreschool.com.
Christmas in the Country at the Lent Ranch Barn
More than 40 local artists with an array of gift ideas. Arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles Music from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 7 by The Maple Tones. Wine sampling and hors d’oeuvres served. Accepting donations of non-perishable foods for the Elk Grove Food Bank. 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Lent Ranch Barn, 10551 W. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove. Free. https://www.facebook.com/christmasinthecountylentranchbarn.
Clay Wood Cloth
A craft event featuring three Sonoma County craftswomen. A portion of the proceeds with will be donated to the Ceres Community Project. 11 a.m. Dec. 7. Stark Wine Company, 439 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg. Free. www.claywoodcloth.com.
Dicken’s Holiday Crafts Fair
The 39th annual fair featuring more than 70 booths with handcrafted items created and sold by artists. Prize giveaways, free entertainment and refreshments available for purchase. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 8. Plus, ride Rosie the Trolley free between the Dickens Holiday Crafts Fair at Finley Community Center and Holiday Open House at Luther Burbank Home & Gardens. Admission is $2 general; free for children ages 12 and younger. Finley Community Center, 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa. 707-543-3737. www.santarosarec.com.
Ecology Center Farmers’ Market Holiday Crafts Fair
The Berkeley Farmers’ Market Holiday Crafts Fair, a benefit for the Ecology Center, features local craftspeople and artisans selling a variety of handcrafted gifts (ceramics, fine art, jewelryrds, clothes, tote bags, body products, toys, and more), and continuous live music. 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 14; 10 a.m. Dec. 21. MLK Civic Center Park, Center Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley. Free. 510-548-3333. ecologycenter.org/fm.
Christmas in the Village
Children’s crafts, Santa, parade, vendors, treats, music. “Winnie the Pooh” performance at noon and 2 p.m. at the Community Clubhouse (bring a canned food item donation for free admission). Holiday parade, 4:30 p.m., tree lighting and carol singing, 5:30 p.m. 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Plaza Park (Village of Fair Oaks), 10219 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks. Free. 916-967-2903. https://www.facebook.com/fairoakschristmasinthevillage.
Global Holiday Faire
The 16th annual Global Holiday Faire, with fair trade gifts from around the world, plus art, crafts, gift baskets, and baked goods from the community. Proceeds go to 17 nonprofit organizations. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Dec. 7. First Christian Church, 1035 Indiana St., Vallejo. Free. www.globalholidayfaire.org.
Winter Faire
Greenwood School’s 10th annual Winter Faire in downtown Mill Valley, a marketplace full of handmade and hand crafted items from local artisans, fun crafts and activities for children, an organic cafe, bakery, puppet shows, carolers and live music . 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Greenwood School, 17 Buena Vista Ave., Mill Valley. Free Entry, $2-$5 per craft. 388-0495. https://www.facebook.com/GreenwoodSchool.
Holiday Boutique
Parkside Community Church will hold the annual “Holiday Boutique.” Local vendors will be selling their handmade items and there will be raffle tickets for sale to win a prize from each vendor. The food court will have soup, bread and bake goods. Bring a can food donation for the SSIP Food Closet and receive a raffle ticket. 9 a.m. Dec. 7; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 8. Parkside Community Church, 5700 S. Land Park Drive, Sacramento. 916-421-0492. www.parksideucc.org.
Holiday Boutique
Fill your holiday shopping basket at American High School’s “Believe” Holiday Boutique. on A variety of vendors with unique gifts, handmade crafts, fresh holiday wreaths and tree, and lots of food. Raffle for a variety of prizes. 8 a.m. Dec. 7; American High School, 36300 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. 510-517-0205. ahs-fusd-ca.schoolloop.com/holiday.
Holiday Fair
Holiday Fair and Marketplace, featuring artisans and vendors selling handmade dolls, quilts, jewlery, books, ethnic clothing items, ceramic items, and art work. Noon Dec. 7; 1 p.m. Dec. 8. The Brickhouse Gallery, 2837 36th St., Sacramento. $5 donation to benefit youth summer arts program. 916-457-1240. www.thebrickhousegallery.net.
MOPS/MOMSnext Holiday Bazaar
Holiday Shopping with local vendors and crafters. Vendors include Tupperware, Scentsy, Avon, Agape Children’s Ministry, Uppercase Living, books. More than 40 vendors, including a bake sale to benefit local needy families. 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Dec. 7. MOPS Holiday Bazaar, 7712 Rodden Road, Oakdale. Free. 209-324-3649.
MUSE Art Holiday Marketplace
Third annual MUSE Art Collective Holiday Marketplace .11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Habitat Lab in Chico, 199 E. 13th St. More than 20 local artists and creators, henna, kids activities, and fundraising raffle for Chico arts education group, Arts for All. Free. https://www.facebook.com/events/1433132016906682/?ref_dashboard_filter=calendar.
Mercato di Natale (Italian Christmas Market)
The Museo Italo Americano Christmas sale. Some of the items available for purchase are: Artisanal Italian foods, handmade jewelry, Italian fashion accessories, Italian language books for children and unique craft items made by Italian artisans. 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Museo ItaloAmericano, 99 Marina Blvd., San Francisco. 415-673-2200. museoitaloamericano.org/lectures-events/special-events/mercato-di-natale-italian-christmas-market.
Middle East Crafts Bazaar
Hand-crafted gifts from the Middle East. December 8, 10am-5pm 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 8 Middle East Children’s Alliance, 1101 Eighth St., Berkeley. Free. 510-548-0542. www.mecaforpeace.org.
Muir Beach Quilters’ Holiday Arts Fair
Artwork and crafts from more than 30 local artists hailing from Marin and throughout the Bay Area. 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Muir Beach Community Center, 19 Seacape Drive, Muir Beach. Free. 415-383-6762. www.muirbeach.com/QuiltersFair.
Open Studios and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
The event combines an open studios tour with an arts and craft fair. Norton Factory Studios resident artists will open their studios to the public and a curated group of more than 20 local artisans will show and sell their wares. This event runs in partnership with Jingletown’s annual Winter Art Walk. 11 a.m. Dec. 7. Norton Factory Studios, 3094 E. 10th St., Oakland. Free. www.nortonfactorystudios.com.
OPEN AIR MARKET AND VENDOR FAIRE
Local crafters offer items the first Saturday of the month. Noon Dec. 7. Yogurt Station. 1214 W. F St., Oakdale. Free. www.facebook.com/OakdaleOpenAirMarket.Pacific Coast Brewing Co. Annual Holiday Beer Pairing
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SFMade’s Annual Holiday Gift Fair
SFMade presents its third aAnnual Holiday Gift Fair, now a two-day extravaganza featuring locally made gift items from 100 SFMade vendors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 8. The Fleet Room, Landmark Building D Fort Mason Center, Marina Boulevard, San Francisco. Free. 415-408-5605. www.sfmade.org.
Second Annual Rae House Holiday Faire
Second annual Rae House Holiday Faire includes a gingerbread house contest, and hand-made, holiday gifts. Event benefits Galt Schools funding transportation to local living history field trips. 10 a.m. Dec. 7; 1 p.m. Dec. 8. Rae House Museum, 204 Oak St., Galt. No entry fee!. 209-744-9530.
Swedish Christmas Fair
For the 30th consecutive year, this fair features Swedish shopping showcasing handmade artisan crafts, food, and traditional entertainment. 9 a.m. Dec. 7. St. Mary’s Cathedral, 1111 Gough St., San Francisco. 8. www.facebook.com/SweaSanFranciscoChristmasFair.
Tortuga Ceramics Holiday Art Sale
Ceramics Art and Gift Sale with more than 30 local artists. Pottery, sculpture, ceramic gift items, jewelry, children’s art, entertainment, food. Percentage of proceeds to promote art in the public school. 10 a.m. Dec. 7. Liberty School, 170 Liberty School Road, Petaluma. 415-517-0661.
Tracy High School MEChA Holiday Boutique
Tracy High School MEChA hosts its second annual Holiday Boutique. 9:30 a.m. Dec. 7. Tracy High School, 315 E. 11th St., Tracy. 209-830-3360, ext. 2502.
Wildflower Whimsy: Holiday Craft Fair
Enjoy handmade crafts and gifts, baked goods, The Hunter and The Farmer food truck, and more. 11 a.m. Dec. 7. Wildflower Open Classroom, 2414 Cohassett Road, #3, Chico. Free. 530-892-1676. wildflowerschool.com.
Dec. 8
Savvy Shopper Expo Presents “Wine Country Christmas”
Gourmet foods, upscale fashions and quality handcrafted gifts. Free admission with can of food to benefit “Redwood Empire Food Bank.” 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa. Free admission with can of food. 707-486-3546. www.savvyshopperexpos.com.
Art Show and Sale
Fourth annual Benefit Art Show and Sale for The Psychotherapy Institute (TPI) in Berkeley, a nonprofit organization. Member artists sell their wares and donate a portion of their proceeds to TPI. Items such as ceramics, paintings, photography, jewelry, assemblages, woodworking, notecards, and clothing for adults. Noon Dec. 8. The Psychotherapy Institute, 2232 Carleton St., Berkeley. Free. 510-548-2250, ext. 107. https://www.tpi-berkeley.org/get-involved/art-show-2013.
Annual Pow-Wow
A day of contest dance with Native American food and authentic crafts. 11 a.m. Dec. 8. Laney College, 900 Fallon St., Oakland. https://flyersup.com/flyers/annual-pow-wow-oakland-ca-2013-12-08.
Meadow Vista’s Christmas Fair
Vendors including Christmas decorations, food, pottery, handmade gifts, beauty products, jewelry, handbags; Santa. Noon Dec. 8. The Beda Place, 990 Meadow Gate Road, Meadow Vista. Free. 530-878-2332. www.thebedaplace.com.
Sharon Art Studio Winter Holiday Bazaar
Hand-crafted ceramics, fine art, glass, jewelry, metal work, and textiles produced by master students will be exhibited and on sale. 11 a.m. Dec. 8. Sharon Art Studio, 300 Bowling Green Drive, San Francisco. Free. 415-753-7005. www.sharonartstudio.org.
Shop Party Holiday Craft Show
Handmade goods, gifts, foods and more. Proceeds from go to Artstart. 11 a.m. Dec. 8, DeTurk Round Barn, 819 Donahue St., Santa Rosa. $2 donation. www.facebook.com/shoppartysr.,
Winter Open Studios and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
The Norton Factory Studios Winter Open Studios and Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair. Resident artists open their Jingletown studios to the public, and a curated group of 20 other local artisans will show and sell their wares. This event runs in partnership with Jingletown’s annual Winter Art Walk, with an additional 75 artists at seven nearby locations. 11 a.m. Dec. 8. Norton Factory Studios, 3094 E. 10th St., Oakland. Free. www.nortonfactorystudios.com.
Dec. 10
Art Gifts Galore by the Artists of Gallery House, Holiday
Art for the Holidays
Gallery artists are joined by 25 fine craft artists in Art for the Holidays, the annual gift gallery at Healdsburg Center for the Arts. A lively variety of art and craft items are available, including ceramics, encaustics, glass, jewelry, paintings, prints, and textiles. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. Healdsburg Center for the Arts, 130 Plaza St., Healdsburg. www.healdsburgcenterforthearts.com.
Pence Gallery Holiday Market
Find beaded jewelry, wheel-thrown ceramics, hand-woven scarves, mugs, platters, and one of a kind artwork by Charlene Doiron Reinhart, Liz Webb, Deb Hill, Natalie Mackenzie, Marjan Kluepfel and many other favorite area artists. Holiday wreathes, ornaments and cards. Proceeds from Holiday Market go directly to support artists and the Pence’s education programs. 11:30 a.m. Dec. 10; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 11; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 13; 6 p.m. Dec. 13; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 14; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 15; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 16; 11:30 a.m. Dec. 17 Pence Gallery, 212 D St., Davis. Free. 530-758-3370. www.pencegallery.org.
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