Big Weekend! JALC AutumnFest and Magpie Christmas Market

 

Whew! We've got a big weekend coming up. Not just one, but two huge shows going on at the same time, and in close proximity to each other.

Autumnfest, John A. Logan's annual arts and craft fair, will be celebrating their 50th anniversary this year. But rather than being at the college, it will be at Thrillville in Marion, IL (for most of us, that's the old Marion Mall). Apparently, the college is still under construction (aren't they finished YET?), so the show has been moved off site. But it will still have the same wonderful collection of artists, and we will be there to help you put a dent in your holiday gift list.

For something different, John will have his woodworking pieces at the Magpie Market Days at the Marion Pavilion. Thought primarily a vintage show, it has quite a number of original artists there as well, and a chance to sample a variety of pieces.

Come to one, or better yet, come to both shows this weekend. This is one of the best opportunities in the area to whittle down your gift list in on day. We'll be looking for you!

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Coasters in Progress

 

Got some more sets of coasters out to dry after their first coat of finish. Black walnut, pecan, and various shades of mica-colored epoxy resin: which ones are your favorites?

 

Craft League of Champaign Urbana Annual Art Fair

 

A new show for us, a little farther afield this weekend. John will be at the Craft League of Champaign Urbana Annual Art Fair at the Savoy Recreation Center, 402 W. Graham Dr, Savoy, IL. I've heard about this show for a long time, and am excited to finally be a part of it. Stop by if you're in the area.

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Ruth & John's at The Neighborhood Co-op

Big News, Everyone!

 

Ruth & John's is now available at the Neighborhood Co-op in Carbondale, IL. Ruth has just finished delivering your favorite soaps, lotions, and lip balms. Now you don't have to wait for our next craft fair, or contact us for a special order (though, of course, you are still welcome to do so). Stop by the Neighborhood Co-op and stock up!

 

https://www.neighborhood.coop/

 

Homestretch

 

We’re heading into the homestretch, now.  We’ve had a great season so far, but now all the big Christmas shows are ahead of us.  Check out this list to see where you can find us in the weeks ahead.

 Nov.7-8     Craft League of Champaign-Urbana Art Fair, Savoy, IL               

                 https://www.craftleaguecu.com/

Nov.14-15 -     AutumnFest, Thrillhouse Entertainment Center, Marion, IL               

 https://www.jalcautumnfest.com/

Nov. 13-15 -     Magpie Market, The Pavilion in Marion, IL                

                 https://www.facebook.com/magpiemarkethouse/

Nov. 21-22      Arts and Crafts Extravaganza, Show-Me Center, Cape Girardeau, MO                                     https://www.capearts.org/craft-fair

Nov. 28,      Vendors in the Vines, Alto Vineyards, Alto Pass, IL

                 

                https://altovineyards.net/events-altopass/holiday-vendors-in-the-vines-df3t7-72hbh-xnsrs

Dec 3-5,      Holiday Craft Sale, SIU Student Center, Carbondale, IL                

                 https://www.facebook.com/events/28065418529804112/28065418539804111/

Dec. 4-6,      Very Merry Market, Marion, IL

                https://www.verymerrymarion.com/

Dec. 12     Christkindl Market, Big Muddy Brewery, Murphysboro, IL

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Vulture Fest in Makanda

 Here it comes! This is one of the best things in Southern Illinois, Vulture Fest in Makanda!

We've been doing this show for some years now, and wouldn't miss it for anything. You shouldn't either. I tell people that if you do nothing else in Southern Illinois, you have to go to Vulture Fest. I don't have the words to tell you what makes this such a great time, but you will absolutely love your trip here.

We will be in the playground area behind the pavilion where the band is playing. Just go the the food trucks and head downhill to find us. We'll be looking for you!

Wine and Art Festival at Rend Lake

 We are returning to Rend Lake this weekend for the Wine and Art Festival in Whittington, Illinois. We've done this show for many years, and we look forward to it. Stop by to see what we have this year, with all your favorite soaps and lotions, and many new woodworking pieces. It's never too early to start whittling down your gift list.

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