Fall is upon us. Just as the leaves begin changing color and the cool, crisp air hits our noses, a fresh crop of seasonal activities also heralds the turn of time. The Pilot's annual fall bazaar guide is here to help you plan for fall festivals, craft shows and more.
*Area codes are in 757 unless otherwise noted.
Sept. 26
First Friends Church Fall Festival. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5307 Portsmouth Blvd. (near City Park Avenue), Portsmouth. Yard sale, car show, free hot dogs, music, children's activities. 488-5875 or 488-8611.
St. Mary's Catholic Church Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 544 Homestead Road, Chesapeake. Handicrafts, country store, white elephant, greenery shop, sweet booth, food and more. 484-7335.
OCT. 2
Portsmouth Area Council of Garden Clubs "Harvesting the Season" Craft Show. 2 to 7 p.m. Oct. 2 and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 3 at Portsmouth Scottish Rite Masonic Center, 3401 Cedar Lane. Crafts, jewelry, soaps and body products, cookware, purses, baked goods, and more. 934-3420.
OCT. 3
Salem United Methodist Church Bazaar/Yard Sale. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2057 Salem Road, Virginia Beach. Auction at 11 a.m., quilt drawing, karate demo at 1 p.m., bake sale, lunch with barbecue, hot dogs, ice cream and more. 482-3815.
New Heights Fellowship Church annual Fall Festival. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1251 Kempsville Road, Norfolk. Yard sale items, homemade jellies, pickles and relishes, bake sale, cake walk, children's activities, North Carolina-style barbecue and hot dogs. Rain date is Oct. 17. 575-4094.
Indian River Middle School Fall Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2300 Old Greenbrier Road, Chesapeake. Woodworking, flower arrangements, wreaths, seasonal items, decorative plates, candles, jewelry, knitting, jams, jellies, homemade breads and more. 578-7030.
Women of Vision Indoor Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 923 Glenrock Road, Norfolk. Clothes, food, jewelry, bags, and more. 971-4608.
Disciples Women Park View Christian Church Fall Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3201 Western Branch Blvd., Chesapeake. Crafters, breakfast and lunch, baked goods, silent auctions and more. 484-1776.
St. John Lutheran Church annual Fall Festival and Community Health Fair. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 8918 Tidewater Drive, Norfolk. Bounce house, kids' games, cookie booth, barbecue and hot dogs with chili, raffles, flea markets, craft and more. 962-8002.
Kempsville Lake Community Association Inc. Community Yard Sale. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 3 and 4. The start address is 300 Weller Blvd., Virginia Beach. Twenty-six streets and more than 1,200 homes offering clothing, household items, crafts, furniture and more. 499-5504.
OCT. 10
Haygood United Methodist Women Church Fall Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4713 Haygood Road, Virginia Beach. Bake shop, crafts, grandma's attic, plants, two raffle items, lunch available for purchase. 495-4861.
OCT. 10
Luther Manor Auxiliary annual Oktoberfest Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 350 Malibu Drive, Virginia Beach. Crafts, raffles, bake table, door prizes, silent auction, games for kids, hot dogs with chili, German lunch at noon, and cake walks at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., with a DJ, too. 463-3510.
Charity United Methodist Church Woman Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4080 Charity Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Lunch available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts, baked goods, yard sale from 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. 426-7296.
Baylake United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4300 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach. Holiday items, crafts, home-baked goods, collector's items, jewelry, artwork, Christmas decorations, and more. 464-2423.
Hello Memorial United Methodist Church Fall Festival. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 804 Gammon Road, Virginia Beach. Vendors from Scentsy, Pink Zebra, Origami Owl, Bath Fitter. Handbags, accessories. E-N-E Photography will take family photos in the pumpkin patch. 646-2435 or 420-1407.
Star of the Sea Catholic Church Fall Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall, 1404 Pacific Ave., Virginia Beach. Admission is free, but a nonperishable food donation is appreciated. Lunch and bake sale items available. 428-8547.
Church of the Epiphany Bazaar. 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1530 Lafayette Blvd., Norfolk. Books, clothes, household goods, holiday crafts items, bric-a-brac, small electronics and more. 214-5738.
Sixth annual Waterways Heritage Festival, presented by Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways History Foundation. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 10 and noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 11 at three locations in Chesapeake: Battlefield Park South, 120 Reservations Road; Historic Battlefield and Waterways Park, 1775 Historic Way; and Great Bridge Lock Park, 100 Lock Road. Handbags, pottery, baskets, jewelry, blown glass, soap, clothing, rugs and more. 482-4480.
OCT. 11
Jewish Family Service of Tidewater second annual Holiday Stop and Shop. 1 to 5 p.m. at Simon Family Jewish Community Center, 5000 Corporate Woods Drive, Virginia Beach. Featuring more than 25 local vendors/direct sellers of gift items including jewelry, home goods and food items. 452-6944.
OCT. 17
Festivals of Holidays Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Indian River High School, 1969 Braves Trail, Chesapeake. More than 100 crafts from all around the state. Crafts include all types of jewelry (nature stone, sterling and more), wood items, and all types of holiday decor. 578-7000.
Sunstone Apartments Craft Show. 9 a.m. Oct. 17 and noon Oct. 18 at 4600 Peek Trail, Chesapeake. Jewelry, shabby chic, baby items, Christmas items, plates, beach-theme items, wreaths and seashells. 488-3165.
Bethlehem Christian Church Fall Bazaar. 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 1549 Holland Road, Suffolk. Pancake breakfast ($6) from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. and a la carte lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., country store, sweets shop, holiday crafts, pansies, sweet potatoes, green beans and peanuts. 752-4116.
Portlock United Methodist Church Fall Fellowship Yard Sale. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2615 Bainbridge Blvd., Chesapeake. Bake sale goodies, housewares, clothing, furniture, toys and lunch items available for purchase. 543-2627.
St. Andrew's United Methodist Church Fall Fling Fund-raiser. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5615 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth. Breakfast and lunch served, baked goods, yard sale items, seasonal decorations, crafts and more. 488-3534.
Market Street United Methodist Church Country Fair Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 75 Market St., Onancock. Country store, bake shop, curiosity shop, crafts, apples, jewelry, pork barbecue and chicken salad. Book signing by the Rev. Kirk Mariner, Ph.D. ("Methodism in Onancock"). 787-4873.
Scott Memorial United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 409 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach. Private vendors, grandma's attic featuring gently used items, bake shop featuring homemade baked items, Christmas shop. Lunch of homemade barbecue, baked beans, coleslaw, coffee or tea for $9 or hot dog and chips for $4. 428-3720.
The Local's Mall Craft Show and Vendor Fair, presented by Empress World Publishing. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1505 Competitor Court, Virginia Beach. www.empressworldpublishing.com.
Stockley Gardens Arts Festival. A two-day event featuring more than 120 artists displaying and selling their works. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 17 and noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 18 in Norfolk's historic Ghent. For more information, visit www.hope-house.org.
OCT. 22
Lee's Friends: Helping People Live With Cancer ninth annual Unique Boutique. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Memorial Hall of the Church of the Good Shepherd, 7400 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. Get a jump on your holiday shopping with more than 30 featured vendors. 440-7501.
OCT. 23
Trinity Episcopal Church Women Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 23 and 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 24 in the Parish Hall, 500 Court St., Olde Towne, Portsmouth. Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and a spaghetti dinner from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23. Booths will feature bakery items, crafts, jams, jellies, pickles, food-to-go, books, pansies, 50/50 raffles and more. 238-9252 or 393-0431.
OCT. 24
Community United Methodist Church Fall Faire Crafts and More. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1072 Old Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. Craft fair, book sale, bake sale and Brunswick stew. 474-1328.
Nansemond River Pilot Club's 10th annual Fall Fair. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront, 100 E. Constance Road, Suffolk. More than 50 vendors with handmade jewelry, soaps, clothing, artwork, pottery, purses, home decor and more. Free admission. 621-3736.
St. Aidan's Fall Fair and Oyster Fest. 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3201 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach. Great food including oysters, homemade soups and grill items. A variety of vendors, bake sale, book sale, homemade pickles, make-your-own scarecrows and children's activities. 679-8992.
Tidewater Baptist Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 501 Providence Road, Chesapeake. Candles, soaps, quilts, jewelry, art, baby blankets, wood works, silent auction, bake sale and more. 545-7282.
LaConcha Circle of the King's Daughters Bazaar. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 961 S. Birdneck Road, Virginia Beach. Handmade jewelry, pottery, gourmet baked goods, holiday gifts, stained glass, photography, paintings and more. 748-0949.
Franktown United Methodist Women Art and Food Festival. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 7551 Bayside Road, Franktown. Lunch available for purchase from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. eat-in or take-out. Artwork, pickles, jelly, frozen food, baked goods. 442-7796.
Princess Anne Plaza United Methodist Church Fall Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 208 S. Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach. Handmade Christmas items, Halloween and assorted craft and gift items. 340-4790.
Providence United Methodist Church Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3109 Providence Road, Suffolk. Country store featuring homemade sage sausage, home canned goods. Bake shop featuring pies, cakes and cookies. Luncheon of homemade vegetable soup, ham biscuits and more. Outdoor cookery featuring funnel cakes, fries, burger, hot dogs and sausage. Holiday and other crafts. 539-9582.
Holy Communion Lutheran Church Fall Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 6220 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth. Handmade items, baked goods, pumpkin patch, children's activities and live entertainment. 465-8908.
Triumph Community Church Bazaar. 2:15 p.m. to dusk Oct. 24 and Nov. 7 at Lafayette Boulevard and Tidewater Drive, Norfolk. Hand crafted jewelry, purses, glasses cases, small sewn items and more. 692-6673.
OCT. 25
Deep Creek United Methodist Church Fall Harvest Festival and Craft Fair. 3 to 7 p.m. at 141 George Washington Hwy., N., Chesapeake. More than 50 vendors with handmade crafts, quilt auction and more. 515-3573.
OCT. 29
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital Auxiliary's "Fall Arts and Craft Bazaar." 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30 in the hospital's lobby. The event will feature works by local artisans and crafters. 403-1846.
OCT. 30
The 30th annual Christmas Craft Faire, presented by Friends of the Historic Houses of Adam Thoroughgood, Lynnhaven and Francis Land. Noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 and noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 1 at Colonial Education Center at the Lynnhaven House, 4401 Wishart Road, Virginia Beach. Crafts, collectibles, stained glass ornaments, jewelry, wooden items, soaps, Brunswick stew, ham biscuits, cider, home baked goods. Door prizes and raffle. 467-1549.
OCT. 31
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Family Fall Festival and Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1004 Graydon Ave., Norfolk. Gift shop, local vendors, baked goods, Christmas tree and wreath orders, flowers, jewelry, clothing, holiday decoration. Kids' activities include bounce house, costume parade, petting zoo and pony rides. 681-2002.
NOV. 6
Holiday Shopping Gala: Shop-Sip-Stock. 1 to 8 p.m. at Princess Anne Country Club, 3800 Pacific Ave., Virginia Beach. All proceeds to benefit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia. More than 40 diverse artistic handcrafted quality vendors. Admission free, but nonperishable food items and/or monetary donations accepted at the door. 615-5694.
NOV. 7
Hertford United Methodist Church "Marketplace." 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 200 Dobbs St., Hertford, N.C. Chicken salad lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for $8. Baked goods, home canned goods, fresh produce, cake, auction, hand-crafted items. 252-426-5467.
Triumph Community Church Bazaar. 2:15 p.m. to dusk at Lafayette Boulevard and Tidewater Drive, Norfolk. Hand-crafted jewelry, purses, glasses cases, small sewn items and more. 692-6673.
Oakland United Church of Christ Fall Fest. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5641 Godwin Blvd., Suffolk. Pimento cheese, country cheese, homemade sausage, Brunswick stew (lunches and quarts to go), ham biscuits, chicken salad, jams, jellies, pickles and more. 255-4353 or 635-8125.
Sullivan House annual Craft show and Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to noon at 2017 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach. Handmade items and home-baked goods from ladies, families and friends of Sullivan House. 563-9067.
Radiant Life Ministries Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 100 Kilby Drive, Suffolk. Arts and crafts, Christmas shop, country store and bake shop. Serving breakfast of sausage biscuits and grits. Lunch soups and chicken salad. 403-7846.
Somerton Friends Meeting annual Bazaar. 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Boxelder Community House, 5329 Quaker Drive. Brunswick stew, chicken salad, ham biscuits, homemade pies, sweet shop, country store, crafts and more.
Catholic Church of St. Mark Bazaar. 1 to 5 p.m. at 1505 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. Fair Trade sale will include jewelry, home decor, food and Christmas decorations. 479-9897.
Fourth Baptist Church second annual Craft Show/Yard Sale. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 726 South St., Portsmouth. Clothing, jewelry with food and drink available for purchase.
Dormition Orthodox Church semi-annual Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1065 E. Bayview Blvd., Norfolk. Lots of baked goodies and homemade kitchen items. 339-2067.
Trinity United Methodist Church Bazaar. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 109 Plum St., Cape Charles. Crafts, white elephant items, baked goods, a country store featuring fresh vegetables and home canned goods for sale, auction and take-out lunches available for purchase. 331-6229.
All Saints' Episcopal Church Christmas Mart. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1969 Woodside Lane, Virginia Beach. Market features vendors and crafts selling holiday gifts and decor. The church will host a holiday merchandise table with new and lightly used holiday decor, jewelry and crafts. Baked goods, silent auction, raffle and food. 481-0577.
Centenary United Methodist Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3312 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth. Bakes goods, country store, Flo's Watercolors, ladies boutiques, grandma's attic, Fair Trade Exchange. Breakfast and lunch available for purchase. 484-9593 or 636-8208.
Bayview United Church of Christ Art Show and Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1051 Bayview Blvd., Norfolk. Thrift shop, lunch, bakery, collectibles, Merry Christmas booth, Avon table and toys. 588-2479.
Holiday Arts and Crafts Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at London Bridge Baptist Church, 2460 Potters Road, Virginia Beach. Local artisans, musicians and culinary vendors. For information, email marybeth@londonbridge.org.
The 37th Santa's Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 at Princess Anne Recreation Center, 1400 Nimmo Pkwy., Virginia Beach. More than 100 craft vendors each weekend. Crafters will sell unique handmade items from stocking stuffers to fine works of art. Pictures with Santa. 385-2990.
Church of the Resurrection Harvest Craft and Gift Show. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 and 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 8 at 3501 Cedar Lane, Portsmouth. Seasonal decorations and gifts, handmade crafts and Brunswick stew for take-out only. 718-1253.
NOV. 13
Holy Angels Catholic Church Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 at 34 Afton Pkwy., Portsmouth. Baby booth, Christmas booth, fancy booth, homemade bake goods booth and white elephant booth. Lunch will be served. 641-9553 or 484-7335.
Christ United Methodist Church Craft Fair. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 13 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at 1601 E. Bayview Blvd., Norfolk. Handmade items including scarves, jewelry, wreaths and Christmas ornaments. A bake sale will take place on Nov. 14 only. 343-2602.
NOV. 14
Hampton Roads Sons of Norway annual Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Francis Asbury United Methodist Church, 1871 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Traditional Norwegian costumes and food featuring lapskaus and waffles. Bakers and vendors, children's craft corner and Viking re-enactors. A Viking longboat will be on display. 667-0416.
The 19th annual Hickory Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hickory High School, 1996 Hawk Blvd., Chesapeake. Handmade items, wood-working, homemade treats, home-based businesses, fall/holiday crafts, local small businesses and more. 348-5070.
Jolliff United Methodist Church Fall Fest. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1900 Jolliff Road in Western Branch, Chesapeake. Ryan the Balloon Guy from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., kids' games, face painting, bounce house, bake sale, barbecue, cake walk, silent auction, book sale, vendors and more. 488-2784.
Mount Pleasant WMSC Ladies Group Bazaar. 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2041 Mount Pleasant Road, Chesapeake. Breakfast of homemade sausage gravy and biscuits, Brunswick stew, apple dumplings, baked goodies, crafts. 482-2215.
Bethlehem Christian Church Holiday Craft Show. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1549 Holland Road, Suffolk. More than 25 crafters selling their ware in jewelry, fall and Christmas decor, glass art, handmade smocked children's clothes and doll clothes, aprons, handmade crafts. Variety of biscuits for breakfast and lunch items with homemade Brunswick stew. 986-3252.
Church of the Advent Food Fest and Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with food served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 9629 Norfolk Ave., Norfolk. Frozen meals for sale, bake table, crafts, Christmas shop and more. 641-0828.
Christ Episcopal Church annual Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Parish House located behind the church at 16304 Courthouse Road, Eastville. The bazaar will coincide with the townwide yard sale. Baked goods, jams, jellies, lots craft items, white elephant items, books. Lunch featuring pork barbecue, coleslaw and baked beans. 678-7837 or 678-5331.
Princess Anne Middle School Project Graduation Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Princess Anne Middle School, 2323 Holland Road, Virginia Beach. 430-3199.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Gregory the Great School gym, 5345 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. Oil paintings, hand-sewn items, flower arrangements, ceramics, carvings, sea windows, jewelry, quilted items, baked goods and much more. Free admission and door prizes. 420-0605.
Estabrook Civic League Hand Craft Sale. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3619 Robin Hood Road, Norfolk. Handmade quilted purses, jewelry, scarves, clothes, knitted items and soaps. 853-9338 or 853-8520.
Messiah United Methodist Church Bazaar. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 408 Dominion Commons Way, Chesapeake. Messiah Virginia apple sale and order pick-up. Selling apples (Fuji, Pink Ladies, Golden Delicious, Stayman, Winesap and Granny Smith), apple butter and apple cider from a Shenandoah-based orchard. Plus children's activities. 436-1682.
Craft Fair in the Country. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 1057 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. Jewelry, wreaths, hand-crafted cards, scarves, local authors, vendors and more. Roasted lemon chicken lunch/dinners. Tickets sold at the door. 650-4746.
Courthouse Community United Methodist Church Holiday Craft Bazaar and Fish Fry. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach. Vendors and more. 285-8890.
Lake Prince Woods Retirement Community Holiday Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 100 Anna Goode Way, Suffolk. Local crafts featuring pottery, jewelry, wooden furniture, hand-painted items. Baked goods and locally produced honey. 923-5511.
Eastern European Food Festival. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Catholic Church, 216 S. Parliament Drive, Virginia Beach. Dine-in or take-out available featuring holupki (cabbage rolls), haluski (seasoned cabbage with noodles or dumplings), pirohi, kielbasa, soups, kolachi (nut rolls). Bake sale, religious goods and church tours. 490-0139.
Cox High School Fall Craft Bazaar, sponsored by the Cox Band Boosters. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the cafeteria at 2425 Shorehaven Drive, Virginia Beach. More than 85 vendors selling handcrafted items, crocheted crafts, handmade jewelry, baked goods for sale, raffle items and more. 808-341-1401.
Holiday Vendor Show, fund-raiser to support kids and cops. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fraternal Order of Police, 961 S. Birdneck Road, Virginia Beach. Thirty-One, Origami Owl, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Beachfront Bows, Tastefully Simple and others. 339-4861.
The 38th annual Colonial Dinner. 4 to 7 p.m. at Tabernacle United Methodist Church, 1265 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach. Country ham or turkey with dressing, collards, sweet potatoes, corn pudding, string beans, cornbread or roll with apple crisp, pumpkin pie or bread pudding. Dine-in or take-out meals available. $10 adults, $5 children. Holiday bazaar with baked goods and crafts. 426-7115.
NOV. 15
St. Nicholas Women's Club's Christmas Boutique. 2 to 5 p.m. at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, 712 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Jewelry, handbags and more. 340-7231 or 618-1186.
NOV. 20
Annual Greek Holiday Bake Sale. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 621 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach. Items include baklava, honey-drenched layers of phyllo stuffed with ground nuts and spices. Other handmade pastries, frozen entrees and more. Grecian lunch available. 422-5600.
The 13th annual Holly Days Bazaar and Arts Festival. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 20 and 21 at All Saints Church, Pintail Trail, Southern Shores. Original work by 30 local artists featuring pottery, glassware, woodwork, photography, painting, whimsical gifts and more. Baked goods, takeaway casseroles, preserves, hot cider, lunch. 252-261-6674 or 672-3045.
NOV. 21
The 37th Santa's Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 22 at Williams Farm Recreation Center, 5252 Learning Circle, Virginia Beach. More than 100 craft vendors each weekend. Crafters will sell unique handmade items, from stocking stuffers to fine works of art. Pictures with Santa. 385-2990.
Old Donation Episcopal Church 81st annual Oyster Roast and Fall Festival. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4449 N. Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach. Lunch, served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., includes roasted and raw oysters, award-winning barbecue and Brunswick stew. Eastern Shore Oyster Tasting paired with chardonnay from Chatham Vineyards and Foggy Creek Cider: seatings at 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. $40 per person. Silent auction, holiday baked goods, white elephant sale and more. 497-0563.
St. Matthew's Catholic School's third annual Holly Craft Show. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3316 Sandra Lane, Virginia Beach. Handmade crafts, direct sales vendors, unique personalized items, baked goods, jewelry, wreaths, unique Christmas items, home-crafted soaps and more. 420-2455.
Liberty Spring Christian Church Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4213 Whaleyville Blvd., Suffolk. Breakfast, lunch and baked goods will be sold. Bazaar items include country and primitive decorations, jewelry, blown glass and candles. 986-4403.
Christian Church Uniting Bazaar. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 6049 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach. Crafts, foods, arts, jewelry, Christmas and fall decorations and more. 773-6919.
Lynnhaven Colony Congregational Church Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2217 W. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach. Crafts, jewelry, pottery, local vendors, bake sale and luncheon. 481-7674.
St. Pius X Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 22 at 7800 Halprin Drive, Norfolk. Homemade crafts, candies, baked goods, thrift shop, raffles and more. Free admission. 588-6171.
The City of Chesapeake: Parks, Recreation and Tourism Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 21 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 22 at Chesapeake Conference Center, 700 Conference Center Drive, Chesapeake. Handcrafted woodworking and carvings, ceramics, soaps, candles, jewelry, needle craft, pottery, floral designs, wreaths, doll clothing and more. 382-1307.
NOV. 28
Handmade for Christmas Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Elizabeth Manor Golf and Country Club, 1 Ace Parker Road, Portsmouth. All handmade crafts. 718-1253.
DEC. 4
Hellenic Woman's Club Holiday Bake Sale and Craft Show. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5 at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 7220 Granby St., Norfolk. Grecian lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 672-2395.
DEC. 5
Prince of Peace Church's annual Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 621 Cedar Road, Chesapeake. Thirty-One bags, Longaberger baskets, Pampered Chef kitchen gadgets, others. Homemade soups, barbecue and hot lunches available. 547-0356.
The Williams Mission Center Bazaar. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Main Street Baptist Church, 516 Main St., Smithfield. Produce, baked goods, home-made jellies, jams, pickles, preserves, handmade crafts, jewelry, handbags, Holiday items, food concessions, garage sale items. 356-1956.
Christmas by the Sea - Sandbridge Tour of Homes with Craft Bazaar and Bakery. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3041 Sandpiper Road, Virginia Beach. Tickets, $20 advance or $25 day of event, can be purchased at Sandbridge Realty, Siebert Realty or Sandbridge Blue Realty. Or by mail at D. Russell, 2916 Wood Duck Drive, Virginia Beach, VA, 23456. Make checks payable to A Dolphin's Promise.
Swedish Christmas Bazaar by SWEA Virginia Beach. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1489 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach. Traditional decorations, gifts and crafts, baked goods and cafe with glögg (hot) and julmust (cold). Lucia celebration at 1 p.m. 663-2744.
First Church of God Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 8600 Granby St., Norfolk. Candles and oils from Scentsy, purses and bags from Thirty-One, items from Pampered Chef, and more. 587-5042.
Ocean Lakes Elementary School PTA Craft Fair. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1616 Upton Drive, Virginia Beach. Holiday items, handmade jewelry, crochet items, wreaths, jelly and more. 426-1956.
First Colonial Inn Bazaar, a senior living community. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 845 First Colonial Road, Virginia Beach. Heirloom linens, retro and designer jewelry, furniture, art, white elephant gifts, one-of-a-kind holiday decor, raffles of Hummels, Russian Babushka dolls and more. 428-2884, ext. 127.
DEC. 6
Holiday Craft Sale/Family Fest. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art, 2200 Parks Ave., Virginia Beach. Hand-crafted, locally made jewelry, crochet/knit pieces, ceramics, paintings, accessories, handbags and more. Food trucks and more. $2 donation. Family fest will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. 425-0000, ext. 324.
DEC. 12
Olde Towne Portsmouth Farmers Market and Holiday Bazaar. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Court and High streets, Portsmouth. Holiday wreaths and decorations, candles, soaps and lotions, jewelry, art, wood crafts, handbags, baked goods, jams and jellies, honey, fresh produce and more. www.portsmouthfarmersmarket.com.