Handmade Happenings, July 1-4, 2011

Come join us for events celebrating the 4th of July in the NC Triangle all weekend long!  Wishing everyone a happy & safe Independence Day!

Friday, July 1
First Friday - Raleigh

Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.  Enjoy a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, museums, retail, restaurants and alternative art venues!
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 6:oo pm - ??? (times vary by venue)

Sellers to look for: 
* Metamorphosis has an open house at her studio in The Carter Building- 14 Glenwood Ave, Studio #24 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
* OldBroomStreet (aka Bordeaux Lane Studio) and LaTeDaJewels will be at the Morning Times Market on Harget Street (between Fayetteville & Wilmgington Streets.) Local art vendors, music by One Tribe, fire hooping by Pickle Mamas, and more! In front of the Morning Times Coffee Shop and the Raleigh Times Bar from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, July 2
Founding Fathers Bash
Kick off your holiday celebration at your local Earth Fare this Saturday. We’ll be serving up an All-American Cook Out, plus live music, prizes, local vendors and fireworks after dark! The burgers are only a buck, and all Servicemen eat FREE!
Where: EarthFare, 10341 Moncreife Rd. Raleigh, NC
When: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm (Art vendors - from 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm.)
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.wral.com/5onyourside/smartshopper/blogpost/9794399/ 

Saturday - Monday, July 2 -4
Festival for the Eno
A great festival featuring local arts & crafts, music, food and fun! The Festival is presented by the Eno River Association, which is committed to the preservation of the nature, culture, and history of the Eno River basin.
Where: West Point on the Eno Park, Durham
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm each day
Sellers to look for: NewByzantiumDesigns
More info: http://www.enoriver.org/Festival/index.html 

Monday, July 4
North Carolina State Capitol Celebrates July 4
Pack a picnic, bring your lawn chairs and your blankets, and enjoy the Independence Day holiday weekend by attending this annual patriotic celebration on Monday, July 4. The North Carolina State Capitol will sponsor this fun-filled family event that has become a downtown Raleigh tradition.
Where: Edenton, Salisbury, Morgan and Wilmington Streets, Downtown Raleigh
When: Noon - 4:00 pm
Seller to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/event/north-carolaina-state-capitol-celebrates-july-4

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!)

Handmade Happenings - July 2-4, 2010

Before you head to the cookout & fireworks show this 4th of July weekend, check out these great opportunities to enjoy local handmade arts, crafts, food & fun!

Friday, July 2
First Friday - Downtown Raleigh
Join us for a fun-filled introduction to Raleigh's exciting art, music and dining scene.  Enjoy a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, museums, retail, restaurants and alternative art venues!
Where: Downtown Raleigh
When: 6:oo pm - 9:00 pm (times vary by venue)
Seller to look for: metamorphosis will be at Found Studios, in the Carter Building at 16 Glenwood Avenue.  Look for the bright pink door. ;) 
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, July 3, 4 & 5
Festival for the Eno - Durham
Put on by the Eno River Association, the Festival for the Eno has been a local favorite for more than 30 years! Come browse handmade arts & crafts by more than 100 southeastern artists, while enjoying musical acts on four stages, food, kids activities, and more, all in the lovely natural setting of the Eno River Park.
Where: West Point on the Eno, Durham City Park
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm each day
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet, NewByzantiumDesigns
More info: http://enoriver.org/Festival/index.html  (Please visit for information on parking & admission!)


We hope you'll visit our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello!

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

Triangle Holiday Arts & Crafts Calendar (Week 1)

Buying local & handmade this holiday season is easy & fun! Here are just a few of the great opportunities around the Triangle this weekend:

Friday, November 13

Temple Beth Or Pre-school Holiday Fair
Where: 5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh (directions)
When: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sellers to look for: Linda Searcy Jewelry Designs, and Shore Debris

Saturday, November 14

Highlands Holiday Bazaar
Where: Highland United Methodist Church, 1901 Ridge Road, Raleigh
When: 9:00 am - 3:oo pm
Sellers to look for: Old Broom Street

Raleigh Jewelry Art Show
Where: 6911 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Linda Searcy Jewelry Designs, Shore Debris, Liv'nGood Jewelry, and New Byzantium Designs

Womenade Holiday Craft Fair
Where: Interact, 1012 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Purple Daisies

Sunday, November 15

Christmas Craft Show
Where: Our Lady of Lourdes (Fallon Hall), 2718 Overbrook Drive, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 11:00 am; 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sellers to look for: Old Broom Street


We hope you'll visit the tables of our NC Triangle Etsy Team members and say hello!

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