Handmade Happenings, August 19-21, 2011

Go local this weekend with the 3rd Saturday Fair at NOFO in central Raleigh!  See you there! 

Saturday, August 20

The Saturday3 Fair at NOFO @ The Pig
Join us for food & fun under the tents! Five Points Farmers Market vendors and tarheel food artisans - offering lunch & 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 (aka BordeauxLaneStudio)  
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/NoFo-The-Pig/307408632277 

FYI - Friday, July 15 is Third Friday in Durham.  Lots to see and do downtown!

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 spring!

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

Handmade Happenings - October 1-3, 2010

Although it's been a little soggy in the Triangle this week, the forecast for the weekend is clear, sunny and perfect for enjoying the many autumn arts & crafts events scheduled for this weekend.  Starting Friday night & Saturday in Raleigh, plus a few options if you're out of town this weekend - your NC Triangle artists have you covered.  See you there!

Friday, October 1
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 - ??? (times vary by venue)
Seller to look for:  OldBroomStreet will be one of several artists outside The Morning Times Cafe & Gallery at 10 E. Hargett Street. (6:00 pm - 11:00 pm)
More info: http://www.godowntownraleigh.com/firstfriday/index.htm

Saturday, October 2
Fall Arts Fair - Raleigh
Join us for the Fall Arts Fair at Sertoma Arts Center and Shelley Lake Park!  Visit our indoor & outdoor art markets, enjoy live entertainment, watch artists' demonstrations, enjoy a kids area, fishing derby, try out a music together class or Nia class and much more! 
Where: Sertoma Arts Center, 1400 Millbrook Road, Raleigh
When: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sellers to look for: LindaSearcyJewelry, OrangeCatArt, TrendeFemme
More info: http://www.parks.raleighnc.gov/arts

Five Points Farmers Market
The newest addition to Raleigh community markets, come visit with your neighbors while shopping for fresh food, and other handmade goodies.
Where: 2014 Fairview Road (NOFO parking lot), Raleigh
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.nextstop.com/p/o0qPB09YSrA/five-points-farmers-market/www.nextstop.com

If you're feeling like a road trip...
Saturday, October 2
Art on the Avenue - Alexandria, VA
A regional multi-cultural arts & music festival celebrating our community’s diversity through the arts in the Potomac West area in Alexandria, Virginia.
Where: 2310 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
When: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Seller to look for: LORiOLA
More info: http://www.artontheavenue.org/

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!)

Handmade Happenings - July 24-25, 2010

Just because the forecast for this weekend is for triple digits, that's no excuse to hide inside!  Put on your sunscreen & a hat and join these local artists out & about in the Triangle.

Saturday, July 24
Five Points Farmers Market
The newest addition to Raleigh community markets, come visit with your neighbors while shopping for fresh food, and other handmade goodies.
Where: 2014 Fairview Road (NOFO parking lot), Raleigh
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.nextstop.com/p/o0qPB09YSrA/five-points-farmers-market/www.nextstop.com


Worldwide Photo Walk
The Photo Walk is a social photography event where photographers get together to walk around, shoot photos, and generally have fun with other photographers. Nearly 30,000 photographers have signed up in more than 1,100 cities world wide. No experience or fancy equipment required, just a love of photography - you can shoot with your cell phone if you want!
Participation is free, and there's a contest, too.
Where: Meet at NC State's D.H. Hill Library (Hillsborough Street side), Raleigh *
When: 9:45 am - 12:15 pm (followed by optional gathering at Global Village Coffee

Member artists to look for: JoannasPhotography, orangecatart
More info & sign up to participate: http://worldwidephotowalk.com/
* There are also groups meeting in Durham, Cary & Hillsborough. You can find them through the link above!


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

(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 - June 18-20, 2010

A few events down the Triad way this weekend, plus a downtown farmers market on Saturday morning!  Happy Summer Solstice weekend everyone!
Friday, June 18
Downtown Asheboro "Out & About"
A community open house for the public to browse and shop on the pedestrian friendly streets of downtown Asheboro. Be sure to stop by the Circa Gallery for the artist reception for their "It's Raining Cats & Dogs" exhibit.
Where:  150 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC 27203
When: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
More info: http://www.circagallerync.com/

Saturday, June 19
Five Points Farmers Market
The newest addition to Raleigh community markets, come visit with your neighbors while shopping for fresh food, and other handmade goodies.
Where: 2014 Fairview Road (NOFO parking lot), Raleigh
When: 8:00 am - Noon
Sellers to look for: OldBroomStreet
More info: http://www.nextstop.com/p/o0qPB09YSrA/five-points-farmers-market/www.nextstop.com

Sunday, June 20
The Summer Solstice Bazaar
Don your faerie wings and glitter and meander through this mid-summer night’s dream! Part of the Summer Solstice Festival, scores of local vendors will dazzle you with their artistry, jewelry, clothing, and accoutrements of all kinds.
Where: Lindley Park (corner of Holden & West Market), Greensboro
When: Saturday - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm;
Sunday - 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Seller to look for: loriola
More info: www.greensborosummersolstice.com



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

(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!)