It's been a while since I could post a list like this, and the last time, in 2020, wound up being a rather sad wish. A lot of things have changed since then, and we expect to be back in the full swing of things this year. The following is a list of shows we expect to do this year, based on shows we have done in the past. We'll keep you updated as our information changes.
DuQuoin State Fair
DuQuoin, IL
Sept. 3-4 (?)
We had a great first year at the fair, and are looking forward to being able to return.
Murphysboro Apple Festival
Murphysboro, IL
Sept. 16-17
A truly Southern Illinois event, a celebration of one of our best local products.
DuBoisCenter Fall Festival
DuBois Center, Dubois, IL
Oct. 2
This show is heavy on country crafts, set in an idyllic location. Free entrance, free parking, food, and wagon rides.
Wine and Art Festival at Rend Lake
Artisan’s Center, Whittington, IL
Oct. 8-9
The grand-daddy of wine and art shows in the area. We've been doing this show for some eighteen years, and it keeps getting better and better.
VultureFest
Makanda, IL
Oct. 15-16
Vultures. Makanda. Us. This is always a fun time, and last year was the biggest any of us have seen. You won’t want to miss this show.
AutumnFest
John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL
Nov. 12-13
This show was at the old Marion Mall last year due to construction at the Logan campus. I assume it's going to be on campus this year, but stay tuned for further information.
Arts and Crafts Extravaganza
Show-Me Center, Cape Girardeau, MO
Nov. 19-20
Our only out-of-state show last year, a chance to meet a whole new group of people.
Holiday Craft Sale
SIU Student Center, Carbondale, IL
Dec. 1-3
The grand finale, a three-day blowout in the student center at SIU. We’re always amazed at how this show gets bigger and better every year.
This is not an exhaustive list. We did several other shows last year, and probably will again this year, but these were late additions to our schedule and are not yet annual events. So keep an eye here and at our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ruthandjohns, for fresh information as it comes along.
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