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AMHERST

HARVEST FEST

Messiah Lutheran Church, 303 Route 101, will hold its Harvest Fest from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 26. Event will include food, games and music (including karaoke). Information: Aria or Rande Neukam at 672-1516 or neuk51@gmail.com.

HOLIDAY FAIR AT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF AMHERST

The annual Woman’s Association Holiday Fair will be 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC, on the Village Green. Handmade chocolates in a variety of sizes and flavors, individually decorated fresh Maine balsam door wreaths, custom-designed pewter ornaments of the historic church, Vermont cheddar cheese, deluxe South Carolina pecan halves, homemade baked goods, Rada kitchen knives and good used books will be available for sale. The treasures table showcases antique glass, vintage jewelry, and old and new collectibles. One-of-a-kind American Girl doll clothes, knits and crocheted gifts. The raffle table includes wine and specialty beer baskets. Silent auction. Luncheon of homemade soup, bread and cookies will be served. Information: ccamherst.org.

LABELLE WINERY HOLIDAY BAZAAR

LaBelle Winery, 345 Route 101, will host a Holiday Bazaar from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 8. Information: 672-9898, ext. 1.

BEDFORD

CRAFTWORKERS’ GUILD HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOP 2013

The Craftworkers’ Guild will hold it Holiday Craft Shop from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 29-Dec. 22. Free admission and parking. Over 60 juried artisans and craftspeople participate in the seasonal shop located in the historic Kendall House, 5 Meetinghouse Road. To make shopping even easier, the Guild will host “Wrap It Up Night” from 4-8 p.m. Dec. 12, when all purchases will be wrapped free of charge and special treats will be available. The Guild will also hold Gourmet and Goodie weekends on Dec. 7-8 and Dec. 14-15 with homemade items for sale. Information: 472-8109 or thecraftworkersguild.org.

GREENVILLE

HUDSON

ALVIRNE HIGH SCHOOL FRIENDS OF MUSIC CRAFT FAIR

Crafters from New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Maine will participate in the Alvirne High School Friends of Music Craft Fair, held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 26 at Alvirne High School, 200 Derry Road. Free Admission. All proceeds to benefit AHS Music Department. Information: Lizzette Estrada at im_estr4@ix.netcom.com or visit ahsmusic.org.

HILLS GARRISON SCHOOL CRAFT FAIR/MARKET DAY

Hills Garrison School, 190 Derry Road, presents its annual Craft Fair/Market Day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 23. Many crafters/vendors with handmade items, concession stand with homemade goodies, raffles for restaurant gift certificates and sporting event tickets. If interested in a table, contact Jenn Reid jennreid4deltapd@aol.com.

GFWC HUDSON JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB CRAFT FAIR

The GFWC Hudson Junior Woman’s Club will hold its 37th annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7 at Memorial School, 1 Memorial Drive. The fair offers crafts from more than 100 artisans from New England and also features lunch and a penny raffle. Free admission. Proceeds benefit the many projects of GFWC Hudson Juniors, including the award-winning Butterfly Garden at Benson’s Park, scholarships and support of victims of domestic violence. Information: Debbie at 594-0332 or debbieandjeff1@comcast.net.

Library Street School holiday craft fair

The Library Street School, 22 Library St., will hold its Holiday Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 14 at the school. Unique crafts sold by local artists. Raffles, bake table, free kids crafts and photos with Santa. Wonderful atmosphere, something for everyone. Free admission and parking. Information: Heidi England at hklengland@comcast.net.

LOWELL, MASS.

MERRIFEST

Merrifest, a celebration of the Merrimack River, will be held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 26 at Sampas Pavillion at DCR’s Heritage Park, 500 Pawtucket Blvd. Live music, food, children’s activities, kayak races and rentals, arts, silent auction and river information. Information: 1-978-655-4742 or merrimack.org.

MANCHESTER

HO HO HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

Join in the fun at the Ho Ho Holiday Craft Fair held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2 at Mount Saint Mary Academy, 2291 Elm St. Crafts, vendors, refreshments, bake sale, visit with Mrs. Claus. Free admission. Information: 623-3155.

AUTUMN BAZAAR

The Assumption Greek Orthodox Church Ladies Philoptochos Society will hold its annual Autumn Bazaar from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 2 and 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 3 at the church office at 111 Island Pond Road. A variety of Greek food and pastry will be available, as well as holiday gifts, raffles and a penny sale. Information: AssumptionNH.org or 623-2045.

EMPORIUM CRAFT FAIR

The 30th annual Emporium Craft Fair, featuring more than a dozen juried artisans, will be held noon-3 p.m. Nov. 5 and 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 6 at The Yard Restaurant on Route 28 (two miles south of Mall of NH). Information: Facebook.com/TheEmporiumCraftFair.

NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S CRAFT FAIR

Third annual Not Your Grandma’s Craft Fair is 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 9 at McDonough Elementary School, 550 Lowell St. Fair includes the area’s finest artists and crafters. There is also a Chairs for Charity silent auction where fairgoers can bid on handmade ash chairs creatively finished by local artists. All chair proceeds will benefit charities chosen by the artist including the NH Audobon, Honor Flight NE, Animal Rescue League of NH, and more. Free parking and admission. Information: Jessica Gilcreast or Heather Marr at dizzycupcakes@gmail.com or visit nygcf.org.

BROOKSIDE CHRISTMAS FAIR

The Brookside Congregational Church, 2013 Elm St., will hold its annual Christmas Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 9. Crafts, antiques and collectibles, books, white elephant, jewelry, gifts, home baked goods and more. To rent a table, contact Louise at 300-0572. Table rental is $45, tables on the outside with electricity will be provided on a first come-first served basis. The Christmas Fair is sponsored by the Brookside Women’s Union as a fundraising event. Information: brooksidecc.org.

MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOLIDAY CRAFTS FAIR

Manchester Memorial High School’s 24th annual Holiday Craft Fair will be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 10 at the high school, One Crusader Way. $1 admission benefits education. Information: memorial.mansd.org/for-parents/booster-club.

GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN CHURCH HOLIDAY FAIR

The Gethsemane Lutheran Church will hold a holiday fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 16 in St. James Hall, 60 Pennacook St. Crafts, vendors, lunch items, more. Information: Monica Moquin at 623-3451 or vsiit glcmanchester@comcast.net.

FINE CRAFT FAIR BY TEMPLE ADATH YESHURUN SISTERHOOD

The Temple Adath Yeshurun annual Sisterhood Fine Craft Fair will be held 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 17 at Temple Adath Yeshurun, 152 Prospect St. Information: Karen Rothstein at templeadathy@comcast.net or visit taynh.org.

ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL CRAFT FAIR

St. Anthony School will hold a craft fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 23 at the school’s Community Center at 148 Belmont St. Information: stanthonyschool-nh.com.

DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY MARKET

The Downtown Holiday Market is Manchester’s premier Craftsmen and Artisan Fair. The fair takes place on Dec. 5, 12 and 19 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Dec. 14 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. inside of the Brady Sullivan Plaza at 1000 Elm St. At each market, there will be more than 50 vendors in attendance, with locally made products. Free admission. Information: 645-6285 or intownmanchester.com.

2014 NH FARM & FOREST EXPOSITION

The N.H. Farm & Forest Exposition, “New Hampshire’s Greatest Winter Fair,” will be held 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Radisson Hotel, 700 Elm St. $7 admission for ages 16 and older. Information: nhfarmandforestexpo.org.

MERRIMACK

VFW LADIES AUXILIARY CRAFT FAIR

The VFW Post 8641 Ladies Auxiliary will host a craft fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at the VFW Post, 282 Daniel Webster Highway. There will be raffles, a bake sale, snack bar and crafters. Tables are available still for $25 for non-VFW members, $20 for members. Those interested in a table can call Diane at 377-0495.

COMMUNITY FALL FESTIVAL

Merrimack Valley Baptist Church, 517 Boston Post Road, will host a Community Fall Festival from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31. You’re invited to join them for an evening of fall festivities for all ages, including games, bounce houses, food cooked over an open fire, music, hayrides and candy for the kids. Free. Information: 595-0955 or www.mvbc.org.

MASTRICOLA UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR

Mastricola Upper Elementary School on Baboosic Lake Road will hold its annual crafts fair from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 1 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2. Space is available on a first come basis by calling John Harrahy at 424-3781 or Warren Hayes at 424-2201.

THORNTONS FERRY’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

The Parents and Teachers of Thorntons Ferry (PTTF) are sponsoring Thorntons Ferry’s 32nd annual Holiday Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2 at Thorntons Ferry School, 134 Camp Sargent Road. Wide variety of hand-made items, silent auction and raffle, bake sale and refreshments. For children, there will be ornament painting, face painting, games, a “Kids Only” shopping area, Scholastic Book Fair and more. Free admission. Information: merrimack.k12.nh.us/webpages/tpttf/craft_fair.cfm.

NASHUA

OLDE-FASHIONED COUNTRY FAIR

First Baptist Church of Nashua, 121 Manchester St., will host an Olde-Fashioned Country Fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 26. Pastry breakfast, featuring fresh apple cider doughnuts and homemade muffins, and luncheon of homemade chowders and soups, with homemade apple crisp a la mode for dessert. Fair will also have for sale home-baked pies, breads, cookies, cakes, crisps, and baked beans; homemade fudge and candy; Kountry Kitchen with jams, jellies and pickles; Precious Past & Country Collectibles; quality hand-crafted gifts and gift baskets; Kids’ Korner with face painting and free crafts; Knitting Knook; decorative wreaths and florals; extensive Silent Auction, including gift cards, hot-air balloon rides and gift baskets. Order your Thanksgiving pies, Christmas wreaths and 2014 Old Farmer’s Almanac. Information: 882-4512 or fbcnashua.org.

RED KETTLE HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

The Red Kettle Holiday Craft Fair will be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2 in the Nashua Community College gym, 505 Amherst St. Information: Mary Ann Picard at 320-1164 or maryann.picard@comcast.net.

ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR HOSTED BY TEAM TUTAS

The second annual Holiday Craft Fair hosted by Team Tutas will be held 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2 Somerset Parkway. Get your holiday shopping started and check out the offerings more than 70 crafters and artisans. Also be sure to check out the giant raffle with lots of great prizes and a delicious Bake Sale table. Free door prize giveaway. $2 suggested donation per person; kids admitted free. Information: teamtutas@gmail.com or teamtutas.com.

ANGELS & TRINKETS HOLIDAY FAIR

The Angels & Trinkets Holiday Fair will be held 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2 Somerset Parkeway. $1 admission. Information: Angie D’Anjou at 321-4818 or lovinglifeexpo.com.

MAIN ST. UNITED METHODIST YULETIDE FAIR

Main St. United Methodist Church’s Yuletide Fair will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 9 at 154 Main St. Breakfast breads and beverages will be available in the morning at Holly’s Kitchen, and lunch with soups, sandwiches and desserts, will be served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be crafts and gifts tables, a Christmas Shoppe, gently used specialty items in Grandma’s Attic, and dried wreaths, centerpieces and other fall decorations at Harvest Thyme. A Victorian tearoom will offer a variety of teas, pastries and tea sandwiches from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. If you are still hungry, take home something special from the Bake Shoppe or the Cookie Walk. Money raised at the fair funds the United Methodist Women’s support of local and international mission projects. Information: 882-3361 or mainstreet-umc.org.

DR. CRISP SCHOOL HARVEST FAIR

A Harvest Fair will be held 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 9 at Dr. Crisp School, 50 Arlington St. There will be music, luncheon and bake sale items, and raffles. This is a fundraiser for playground equipment Information: Grace at 594-4390.

YMCA CRAFT FAIR LOOKING FOR CRAFTERS AND ARTISTS

The Nashua Y, 24 Stadium Drive, is hosting its annual Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 9. Cost per space is $35; $45 if a table is provided by the YMCA. Applications are being accepted now. Contact Tiffany Joslin at tjoslin@nmymca.org or by calling 882-2011. Free admission on Nov. 9 for attendees. And there will be plenty of free parking.

ELKS INDOOR YARD SALE AND ARTS & CRAFT SHOW

The Nashua Elks will hold an Indoor Yard Sale and Arts & Crafts Show from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Elks Lodge on Daniel Webster Highway. Kitchen will be open for breakfast and lunch purchases from 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. To register for tables or information: Rose McDonough at 774-279-7088 or stop by the Elks Lodge. No personal tables allowed; tables must be purchased through the Elks.

BIRCH HILL ELEMENTARY HARVEST FAIR

Birch Hill Elementary School PTO will hold its Harvest Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 16 at 17 Birch Hill Drive. Admission for the bounce house, obstacle course, games, face painting and crafts is $5 per child or $15 per family. Vendors include Tastefully Simple, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Mary Kay, Tupperware, handmade jewelry, handmade ornaments and more. There will also be a children’s entrepreneur table for the children of Birch Hill and a bake sale, pizza sale, raffle baskets, silent auction, and more. Information: alison.marsano@birchhillpto.com or visit birchhillpto.com.

LIL’ IGUANA CRAFT FAIR & RAFFLE

The Lil’ Iguana Children’s Safety Foundation will hold its annual Craft Fair & Raffle fundraiser from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2 Somerset Parkway. Funds raised allow the foundation to continue its free programming throughout New England. The fair will feature more than 60 crafters, vendors and businesses, as well as a raffle room with more than 70 prizes and prize baskets valued at $100 or more. A full prize list is available at liliguanausa.org/craft-fair.

NEW SEARLES ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR looking for crafters

New Searles Elementary School, 39 Shady Lane, will host its annual Holiday Craft Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 23. Organizers are seeking crafters to attend this family fun event (no vendors, please). $25 per space. Includes a 6-foot space in the cafeteria with a table provided or an 8-foot space in the hallway without a table. Information: Camella Newton at camella.newton@outlook.com.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR & PENNY SALE

The Nashua High School South Music Boosters will hold their annual Holiday Craft Fair and Penny Sale Raffle from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 23 at Nashua High School South, 36 Riverside Drive. Over 40 New Hampshire crafters and specialty businesses will be featured, plus a Penny Sale Raffle featuring crafter and corporate donations, Cookie Walk and concessions. Free admission and parking. Proceeds to benefit the NHSS Music Department Band & Chorus students.

HOLLY TOWN FAIR

The annual Holly Town Fair will be held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7 at Arlington Street Church, 63 Arlington St. Lunch from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Handcrafted items, bake sale, re-gift room, book sale. Information: Sue at 305-9211 or visit asumc.net.

PELHAM

COMMUNITY CRAFT FAIR

Pelham Aces, a nonprofit group that supports the Pelham Community and Schools, is hosting a Community Craft Fair from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 10 at Pelham Memorial School, 59 Marsh Road. Raffles, snacks, music, and more. Bring a food pantry donation and receive a free raffle ticket. Still accepting crafters; for information, email PelhamACES@gmail.com.

PETERBOROUGH

‘KICK OFF THE HOLIDAYS’ CRAFT FAIR

The Peterborough Recreation Department is hosting its “Kick Off the Holidays” Craft Fair, to benefit the Peterborough Community Center, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Peterborough Community Center, 24 Elm St. Free admission. Donation of nonperishable food item encouraged for Peterborough Food Bank. Information: lbetz@townofpeterborough.us

CRAFTS AT THE TOWNHOUSE

Crafts at the Town House, featuring work of N.H. artisans, will be held 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 29 at Peterborough Town House on Grove St. Information: info@gigilaberge.com or visit Crafts at the Town House on Facebook.

HOLIDAY CRAFT MADNESS

The Monadnock Crafters Guild will hold its Holiday Craft Madness from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Peterborough Community Center, 25 Elm St. Information: monadnockcraftersguild.com.

WILTON

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS FAIR

The Unitarian Church will hold its annual Christmas Fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Red House on Isaac Frye Highway. Crafts, quilt raffle, food, lunch, books, attic treasures, wreaths and greens. Information: Pam Kenney at pamkenney.55@gmail.com or visit uuwilton.org.

ELSEWHERE

ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR AT WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL

WINDHAM – The fourth annual craft fair to benefit Windham High School theater, band and chorus programs, will be held 9:30-3 p.m. Oct. 26 at Windham High School, 64 London Bridge Road. $2 suggested donation. Organizers are looking for a wide variety of vendors. If you are interested in selling your handmade crafts, contact Lynn Crissis at 434-5825 or lynnchrissis@gmail.com.

ST. JUDE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS FAIR

LONDONDERRY – St. Jude Parish will hold its 35th annual Country Christmas Fair from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 2 in the Church Hall, 435 Mammoth Road. This year’s fair will feature an outstanding selection of handcrafted items created by the talented St. Jude crafters, some popular retro items of years past, “Garden Daze” a charming queen size quilt raffle, Country Cupboard with homemade jams, jellies, maple syrup, baked goods and the famous “Cookie Walk”. Activities and fun for children, lunch favorites and a raffle table complete the fair’s offerings.

18TH ANNUAL NEW ENGLAND CRAFT & SPECIALTY FOOD Fair

SALEM – The 18th Annual New England Craft & Specialty Food Fair will be held 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 15-17, indoors at the Rockingham Park Racetrack in Salem. $7 adult admission, free for children younger than 14. Admission good for all three days. Information: 332-2616 or castleberryfairs.com.

VILLAGE CRAFT FAIR

SALEM – The 51st annual Village Craft Fair will be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 16 at the First Congregational Church of Salem, 15 Lawrence Road.

NEW ENGLAND HOLIDAY CRAFT SPECTACULAR

SALEM – The 14th annual New England Holiday Craft Spectacular will be held 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8, indoors at the Rockingham Park Racetrack in Salem. Over 200 of the region’s finest craftsmen and craftswomen will display and sell their American made crafts. Information: 332-2616 or castleberryfairs.com.