Time to shop: Holiday fairs
Nov. 11
8th Annual Spirit of Christmas Fair
SOMERSWORTH — The 8th Annual Spirit of Christmas Fair will be held on Friday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location is St Ignatius of Loyola Parish Holy Trinity Church, 404 High St., Somersworth. This two-day fair features Parish Artisans, penny sale, raffles, jewelry, cookie carousel, baked goods, Christmas decorations, and kid's store. Join us for our homemade lunch or dinner. Free admission with ample free parking.
Nov. 12
Holiday Craft Fair
NEWINGTON — The Newington Town Church, UCC, is sponsoring A Holiday Craft Fair on Nov. 12, at the Newington Town Hall, 205 Nimble Hill Road, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A wide variety of items will be offered. We have a variety of vendors this year, including,an artist, wood crafter, Mable Farm product. Lots of handcrafted items, collectables, baked good, silent auction baskets for all ages and many raffle items. Food and drinks may be purchased throughout the day.
Annual Christmas Fair
BARRINGTON — The First Congregational Church of Barrington will hold its annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 710 Franklin Pierce Highway. The fair will offer crafts, ornaments, knitted and hand-crafted items, and gift baskets. Kids can go to the children's room to purchase and wrap gifts for mom, dad and siblings.
The famous Dutch apple donuts will be available, as will goodies to take home from the bake sale table. A light lunch will be available featuring choders and hot dogs. The popular gift basket sales will benefit World Vision disater relief. Fair proceeds help support three World Vision children. For more information, call the church office at 603-664-9340.
Wakefield Marketplace Christmas Fair
UNION — The Wakefield Marketplace will hold a Christmas Fair on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Greater Wakefield Resource Center, 254 Main St., Union. The Wakefield Marketplace members have some beautiful and unique items for your holiday and gift giving needs. Stop in, plenty of parking, free admission. Shop local and support local artisans.
Winter Wonderland Craft Fair and Bake Sale
HAMPTON — It’s that time of year again for two great events that support the Friends of the Lane Memorial Library. The Friends will be kicking off November with their annual Winter Wonderland Craft Fair and Bake Sale from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12.
There will be goodies and gifts galore, with proceeds from the bake sale benefiting the Friends. The Winter Wonderful Craft Fair is right across the street from the First Congregational Church of Hampton’s Jingle Bell Fair. Stop at two great events on that day.
Little Indonesia Holiday Bazaar 2022
SOMERSWORTH — Indonesian Community Connect Inc. will host the 2nd annual of the Little Indonesia Holiday Bazaar 2022, a three-week series happening on Saturdays starting Nov. 12 to Nov. 26 from 12 to 5 p.m.
These events, which are open to the public, offer community members a chance to immerse themselves in the rich Indonesian culture through traditional cuisines, cultural performances, live music entertainment, traditional dances, job fairs, consular services, covid vaccine, community information booths, and much more.
This event will take place at the Little Indonesia Cultural Center, located at 156 High St., in Somersworth on Nov. 12, Nov. 19 and Nov. 26.
Nov. 19
Wells Elks #2738 Fall Craft and Vendor Fair
WELLS, Maine — The Wells Elks #2738 is hosting a Fall Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 356 Bald Hill Road, Wells. There will be arts, crafts, jewelry, vendors, raffle, food and drinks. Admission is free. For more information and to register as a vendor call Angie at 207-459-4539, Melinda at 207-251-1515 or email WellsElksPR@gmail.com.
St. Christopher’s Holiday Fair
YORK, Maine — St. Christopher’s Holiday Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at St. Christopher Church on 4 Barrell Lane in York. The fair will feature themed baskets, greens, jewelry, a “Just for Kids” room, baked goods, made in Maine items, the gift shoppe, all things Christmas, and a café, which will have lobster rolls, as well as other items. There will also be raffles, and prior to the fair, from Nov. 13 to Nov. 19, there will be an online silent auction. You can find a link at www.pal-me.org.
Second Christian Congregational Church of Kittery Evergreen Festival
KITTERY, Maine — The Second Christian Congregational Church of Kittery, 33 Government St., will hold its annual Evergreen Festival this year on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Highlights of the fair will include a Country Store featuring baked beans, candy, fudge, baked goods, homemade jams and jellies, pickles, relish, and more. There will also be hand-made gift items, jewelry, wreaths, Christmas centerpieces, and attic treasures.
Prizes for the raffle include a gourmet basket, handmade quilt (90x73 with two matching throw pillows), $100 cash, and a potted herb framed cross-stitch. Raffle tickets are $1 each or six for $5. The raffle drawing will be at 1 p.m. (attendance not required). Coffee and baked goods will also be served in the morning. For further information call the church office at 207-439-3903 or online at www.2ccucc.org.
A Legion Auxiliary Holiday Fair
WOLFEBORO — A Legion Auxiliary Holiday Fair, sponsored by Harriman-Hale Post 18, will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Great Hall (Town Hall) Main Street. Featuring handmade items and raffles. Interested vendors should contact Rachel at 603-569-4296. This is a non-profit organization serving our Veterans and community. Come on over for great gift giving ideas.
Holiday Fair to benefit St. Mary Church
ROLLINSFORD — Join us on Saturday, Nov. 19, for a Holiday Fair to benefit St. Mary Church, at the Rollinsford, American Legion on Foundry Street, in Rollinsford, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a large white elephant section, cookie carousel, penny table, silent auction, country kitchen with delicious jams, pickled items, breads and desserts, pork and salmon pies, free kids craft section and a candy wheel.
Nov. 20
Somersworth Festival Association Penny Sale
SOMERSWORTH — The Somersworth Festival Association is holding its annual Penny Sale Fundraiser at Somersworth High School on Sunday, Nov. 20. Win great prizes and help support the SFA’s family-oriented activities. Prizes include a TV, quilts, small appliances, tools, tech items, gift certificates to area restaurants and other businesses, home decor, gift baskets, clothing, jewelry, pet-related items, games, toys, and much more. Doors open at 11 a.m., with hourly series raffles. Penny sale items will be drawn starting at 3 p.m. You do not need to be present to win. Food will be available in the cafeteria for purchase throughout the day. For more information or to become an event sponsor, call 603-692-5869 or email sfachild.festival@gmail.com.
Nov. 27
Our Lady of the Angels Penny Sale
BERWICK, Maine — The Our Lady of the Angels Penny Sale will be held Sunday, Nov. 27, at Noble Middle School on 46 Cranberry Meadow Road in Berwick. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Drawings start at 3:30 p.m.
Dec. 3
Village Christmas Fair
NEW CASTLE — New Castle Congregational Church is holding a Village Christmas Fair on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the New Castle Recreational Building, Route 1B in New Castle. There will be morning coffee from 8 to 10:30 a.m. and homemade baked goods. Lunch will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will offer lobster rolls, fish chowder and hot dogs.
There will be fresh holiday wreaths and greens, a silent auction, candy store, handcrafted ornaments and gifts, centerpieces and boxwood trees, baked goods, New Castle cookbook, vintage Christmas and jewelry. There will also be a special visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Center for Wildlife’s Annual Holiday Bazaar Makers Market
CAPE NEDDICK, Maine — Center for Wildlife is once again hosting their annual Holiday Bazaar Makers Market on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local artists will have a variety of hand-made items for sale including paintings, pottery and more, warm refreshments will be served, Center for Wildlife live ambassador animals will be out and about for meet and greets and Santa will be on site for photos. This event is open to all ages. Pre-registration is recommended. A donation admission fee is required for anyone over 12 months of age. For more information and to book tickets today, head to thecenterforwildlife.org/events.
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Time to shop: Holiday fairs
