Handmade Happenings, June 17-19, 2011

Looking for something fun do to with Dad this weekend? Join us in Raleigh this weekend for Maker Faire and The Saturday3 Fair!  Whether he's an mad scientist, do it yourself-er, local-vore, or just curious - we've got you covered.  Happy Father's Day to all the Triangle Dads!

Saturday, June 18
Maker Faire: North Carolina
Makers, Crafters, Inventors, Evil Geniuses, Scientists and Artists come together for a day of family-friendly fun and inspiration. From home-made cookies to home-made robots, Maker faire NC promises something for everyone in a showcase of the American creative spirit. Come join the fun!
Where: Gov. Scott Kerr Building, NC State Fairgrounds, 
 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh NC 27607
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, Liv'nGoodJewelry
More info: http://makerfairenc.com/
(Thanks to team member BullCityCraft for supporting this event!)

The Saturday3 Fair @ NOFO
Join us for food & fun under the tents! Over 100 products from tarheel food artisans - join us for lunch, and bring a cooler to fill with goodness to take home, including cheeses, meats, fresh bakery items, desserts, sauces, pickles, dairy and more. Local artists offering jewelry, children's clothing, paintings, etc. Live music by Larry Vellani of Mebanesville with his “Roots, Rhythm & World.”
Where: Five Points - 2014 Fairview Road, Raleigh, NC 27608
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277?sk=wall&filter=2

We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello. Check in each week for more handmade arts &crafts festivities this summer!

(Members, if you have an event coming up next weekend, send your information to Orange Cat Art by Wednesday night to get onto next week's calendar!)