Complete Metro Business Calendar for Oct. 12

Holiday Bazaars

Friday, Oct. 9

Martha's Market. 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m., John Paul Jones Arena, 295 Massie Road, Charlottesville. Admission: $5; college students with ID and children 10 and younger free. http://www.johnpauljonesarena.com or http://www.mjhfoundation.org

Saturday, Oct. 10

Church of Our Savior Fall Bazaar. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., state Route 33, Mountain Road, Montpelier. Arts, crafts, baked goods, Brunswick stew, quilt raffle.

Grandma's Attic Sale. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 225 Claremont St., Petersburg. Arts, crafts, books, toys, Christmas items, household goods. Ladysmith Baptist Church Fall Bazaar. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., U.S. 1, across from Lake Caroline, Ladysmith. Arts, crafts, yard-sale items, baked goods, free clothing, car wash, Brunswick stew. Martha's Market. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (see Oct. 9). Oakland Baptist Church 29th Annual Fall Festival. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 2965 Oakland Church Road, Gum Spring. Arts, crafts, live music, children's games, concessions, nonperishable items will be collected for the Central Virginia Foodbank. Shady Grove United Methodist Church Fall Bazaar and Craft Show. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Shady Grove and Meadowbridge roads. Arts, crafts, jewelry, clothes, baked goods, pumpkin patch, Brunswick stew, pony rides, flu vaccines by IVNA nurses. Skipwith United Methodist Church Country Fair. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 2211 Skipwith Road. Arts, crafts, silent auction, games, Brunswick stew, concessions. Wicomico Parish Market Day. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Wicomico Parish Church (Episcopal), 5191 Jesse Ball DuPont Highway, Wicomico Church. Yard sale, used books, bakery items, soups, venison sausage, cheeses, honey, produce, plants. Tours of historic church and lecture at 10 a.m. http://www.wicomicoparishchurch.org

Sunday, Oct. 11

Martha's Market. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (see Oct. 9)

Wednesday, Oct. 14

Gallery 44. 5-8:30 p.m., First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1000 Blanton Ave. Juried fine arts and crafts exhibit and sale with works by more than 160 artists.

Thursday, Oct. 15

Gallery 44. Noon-8 p.m. (see Oct. 14).

The Steward School Bazaar and Art Show. 7-9 p.m., Cramer Center Art Gallery, 11600 Gayton Road. Ladies' Night Bazaar and artists' reception, $10 per person, wine and appetizers.

Friday, Oct. 16

Gallery 44. Noon-8 p.m. (see Oct. 14).

Sharon United Methodist Church Annual Bazaar. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., 18193 Comans Well Road, Yale. Arts, crafts, holiday décor, stew, barbecue, baked goods. St. Margaret's River Run and Festival. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., lawn at St. Margaret's School, Tappahannock. Arts, crafts, jewelry, clothing, hats, pillows, bags. The Steward School Bazaar and Art Show. 10 a.m.-noon and 2-4 p.m., 11600 Gayton Road. Arts, crafts, jewelry, blown glass, watercolors, pottery.

Saturday, Oct. 17

17th Annual "Art Affair" Show and Sale. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Stony Point Fashion Park (rain or shine). Local, regional and national artists.

Ashland Christian Church's Fall Craft Show. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., 301 S. James St., Ashland. Arts, crafts, jewelry, purses, clothes, scrapbooking supplies, candles, concessions, basket raffle ($1) throughout the day. Bethia United Methodist Church Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 10700 Winterpock Road, Chesterfield. Arts, crafts, jewelry, holiday décor, gifts, purses, children's item, baked goods, concessions. Bon Air United Methodist Church "Harvest of Fun." 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 1645 Buford Road. Yard sale, apples, pumpkin patch, hayrides, children's games puppet shows, concessions, health fair with flu shots, juggler/magician, Virginians Barbershop Ensemble. Gallery 44. Noon-8 p.m. (see Oct. 14). Independence Christian Church Craft Show. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 14023 Independence Road, Ashland. Crocheted handbags, table runners, Christmas ornaments, baskets, painted gourds, jewelry, wreaths, tree skirts; silent auction at 1:30 p.m., concessions; flu shots IVNA, 10 a.m.-noon. Kingston Episcopal Parish's Annual "Fall Fair." 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Parish House grounds, 370 Main St., Mathews. Arts, crafts, live and silent auctions, Brunswick stew, barbecue, preserves, plants, used clothing. Petersburg's Fall Family Festival. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Old Towne Petersburg at the Farmers Market building. Arts, crafts, rides, games, petting zoo, performances, walking tours , concessions, Virginia State University's School of Agriculture programs. Powhatan United Methodist Church "Day in the Country." 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 2253 Rosson Road, Powhatan. Arts, crafts, yard sale, furniture, clothing, jewelry, petting zoo, baked goods. Prince George Master Gardeners Plant Sale and Clinic. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Richard Bland College, Petersburg. Perennials, house plants, garden items, tours of the college's water garden. St. Andrew's UMC Fall Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 9801 Fort King Road. Holiday decorations, quilted items, jewelry, wreaths, gourds, bird houses, pickles, apple dumplings, Brunswick stew, king-size quilt raffle ($1) at 2 p.m. Sharon United Methodist Church Annual Bazaar. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (see Oct. 16). Short Pump Ruritan Club 20th Annual Craft Show. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Short Pump Middle School, 4701 Pouncey Tract Road. Arts, crafts, jewelry, floral arrangements, baked goods, seasonal decorations, concessions. The Steward School Bazaar and Art Show. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., (lunch available on campus) (see Oct. 16).

Sunday, Oct. 18

17th Annual "Art Affair" Show and Sale. Noon-5 p.m. (see Oct. 17).

Thursday, Oct. 22

Fifth Annual St. Mary's Marketplace. 6-9 p.m., St. Mary Catholic Church, 9505 Gayton Road. Jewelry, handmade soaps, stationery, home décor, gifts, accessories, door prizes. $8 admission.

Friday, Oct. 23

Fifth Annual Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale. 5-9 p.m., United Christian Church, 2101 Fordson Road. Arts, crafts, baked goods.

Saturday, Oct. 24

18th Annual Holly Jolly Jubilee. 8 a.m.-noon (see Oct. 23).

Edgerton United Methodist Church. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., U.S. 58 East and County Pond Road, Lawrenceville. Arts, crafts, Christmas items, collectibles, country store, baked goods, concessions. Lakeside United Methodist Church. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 2333 Hilliard Road. Arts, crafts, white elephant items, baked goods. Liberty Christian School Country Fair. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., U.S. 360, across from Kroger, Mechanicsville. Arts, crafts, plants, baked goods, silent auctions, hayrides, pumpkins, pony rides, concessions. St. John's United Church of Christ Mini-Bazaar and German Dinner. 503 Stuart Circle. 4-8 p.m. Arts, crafts, books, baked and canned goods; 5-7 p.m., German dinner: $14 adults and takeout; $7 children younger than 12. St. Mark's United Methodist Church Fall Bazaar. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 11551 Lucks Lane, Midlothian. Arts, crafts, baked goods, concessions, Brunswick stew. Varina Episcopal Church Fall Festival. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 2385 Mill Road (corner of Mill Road and Route 5/New Market Road), Henrico. Arts, crafts, silent auction, baked goods, music, face painting, dogs in costume on parade (contest), classic cars. Bring two cans of nonperishable food for Central Virginia Foodbank and receive a ticket for games or food.

Friday, Oct. 30

St. Luke's Episcopal Church Fair. 1-7 p.m., state Route 711, Powhatan. Arts, crafts, yard sale, antiques show, Brunswick stew, baked goods.

Saturday, Oct. 31

Create for Haven's Sake" Bazaar. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Margaret's Episcopal School gymnasium, 444 Water Lane, Tappahannock. Hand-knitted items, quilts, pottery, jewelry, baked goods, children's activities. Raffle at 2 p.m. for "Taste of Tappahannock" items from 12 restaurants. Raffle tickets: $1 each.

St. James Episcopal Church Annual Brunswick Stew, Yard & Bake Sale. 2283 Cartersville Road, Cartersville. Yard sale: 8 a.m.; Brunswick stew: 11:30 a.m., $6 a quart; lunch served noon-1:30 p.m. $5; bake sale at 10 a.m. St. Luke's Episcopal Church Fair. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (see Oct. 30). Three Chopt Presbyterian Church Family Festival. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 9315 Three Chopt Road. Arts, crafts, children's games, clown, Halloween costume contest at 11 a.m., silent auction, baked goods, Brunswick stew.

Friday, Nov. 6

Chesterfield Senior Center "Make It, Bake It, Buy It" Holiday Bazaar. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Church of Our Savior, 4000 Stigall Drive,

Chesterfield. Arts, crafts, gently used items, baked goods.

Saturday, Nov. 7

Gala At The Grove. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 4825 Pouncey Tract Road, Glen Allen. Arts, crafts, gift baskets, baked goods, concessions.

Greenwood United Methodist Church Community Fair. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 10040 Greenwood Road, Glen Allen. Yard sale, face painting, blood mobile, Henrico Humane Society, race car, baked goods, gift baskets, concessions, Brunswick stew. Holiday Shoppers Fair. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (see Nov. 6) Irvington United Methodist Church 11th Annual Bazaar. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., corner of Irvington Road and King Carter Drive, Irvington. Arts, crafts, children's books with matching animals, gift baskets, baked goods. Food bank donations. Lakewood Manor Retirement Community Annual Bazaar. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (see Nov. 6). Lutheran Church of Our Saviour Holiday Bazaar. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 9601 Hull Street Road. Arts, crafts, holiday decorations, jewelry, baked goods, cake walk. St. Mary's Episcopal School Fall Yard Sale and Bazaar. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 12291 River Road. Yard sale, holiday items, jewelry, purses, children's books, baked goods, children's entertainment. St. Theresa Catholic Church Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (see Nov. 6). Wesley United Methodist Church Bazaar. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.. Pancake breakfast 7-10:30 a.m. (see Nov. 6).

Thursday, Nov. 12

Mini Greek Festival 2009. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 30 Malvern Ave. Lunch, dinner, pastries, international bazaar, sanctuary tours, Hellenic dancers, Phone and fax orders: (804) 358-5996 or FAX (804) 342-1947. http://www.vagocathedral.org

Sunshine Circle of Children's Hospital 57th Annual Holiday Mart. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Children's Hospital, 2924 Brook Road. Arts, crafts, designer fabric samples, holiday items, cakes, preserves, silent auction, quilt raffle.

Friday, Nov. 13

Epiphany Lutheran Preschool Holiday "Stop-N-Shop." 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 1400 Horsepen Road. Arts, crafts, jewelry, purses, pottery, books.

Mini Greek Festival 2009. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (See Nov. 12). PAAL Presents: Arts and Crafts in Old Towne Petersburg. 6-9 p.m., Union Train Station, 103 River St., Petersburg. Painters, printmakers, sculptors, jewelers, photographers, artisans of fine crafts. Sunshine Circle of Children's Hospital 57th Annual Holiday Mart. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (see Nov. 12).

Saturday, Nov. 14

15th Annual Belmont Arts and Crafts Fair. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Belmont Community Center, 7124 Belmont Road, Spotsylvania. Arts, crafts, dolls, doll clothing, baked goods, door prizes, afghan raffle.

19th Annual Cookies and Crafts Fair. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Woodlake United Methodist Church, 6601 Woodlake Village Parkway, Midlothian. Arts, crafts, cookies. 20th Annual Arts & Apples Craft Show. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Woolridge Elementary School, 5401 Timber Bluff Parkway, Midlothian. Arts, crafts, apples, homemade apple pie sale. 30th Annual Farmville Christmas Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., The STEPS Centre, 100 Industrial Park Road, Farmville. Arts, crafts, pottery, jewelry, baskets, seasonal décor, concessions. $3 admission. Home for the Holidays Craft Show and Bazaar. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hopewell Community Center, 100 W. City Point Road, Hopewell. Arts, crafts, "Virginia Traditions" cookbook, holiday gift items, jewelry, team items, concessions, raffle. $3 general admission. AshCreek Holiday Craft Show. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 10854 Linderwood Drive, Mechanicsville. Stained glass, pottery, hair accessories, team and college blankets, candles, jean purses, greeting cards, baked goods, jewelry, baby items. Beulah United Methodist Church Annual Bazaar. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., 6930 Hopkins Road, Chesterfield. Children's clothes, jewelry, collectibles, plants, games, books, homemade hand cream, Christmas items, baked goods, Brunswick stew, concessions. Epiphany Lutheran Preschool Holiday "Stop-N-Shop." (see Nov. 13). Holiday Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., First Congregational United Church of Christ, 4310 Courthouse Road, Chesterfield. Arts, crafts, jewelry, toys, baked goods, holiday décor, concessions. Holly Day Bazaar. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tomahawk Ruritan Club, 4101 N. Bailey Bridge Road, Midlothian. Arts, crafts, jewelry, wreaths, floral arrangements, ceramics, pottery, handbags, baked goods, 25 raffles, silent auction. Lee-Davis Band Boosters 28th Holiday Bazaar & Craft Show. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., intersection of Mechanicsville Turnpike (U.S. 360) and Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville. Candles, soaps, jewelry, handbags/totes, doll clothes, holiday items, baked goods, silent auction, concessions. Mini Greek Festival 2009. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (See Nov. 12). Monacan High School Fall Craft Fair. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 11501 Smoketree Drive. Arts, crafts, holiday gifts, jewelry, raffles, baked goods. PAAL Presents: Arts and Crafts in Old Towne Petersburg. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $3 admission. (see Nov. 13). St. Augustine Women's Guild Bazaar. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., 4400 Beulah Road. Arts, crafts, white elephant sale, baked goods, candies. St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church Ninth Annual Christmas Craft & Gift Fair. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 2700 Dolfield Drive. Arts, crafts, Christmas shopping, baked goods, raffles, concessions. Westover Baptist Church Craft Show. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 1000 Westover Hills Blvd. Arts, crafts, barbecue, Brunswick stew, baked goods.

Sunday, Nov. 15

PAAL Presents: Arts and Crafts in Old Towne Petersburg. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3 admission. (see Nov. 13).

Thursday, Nov. 19

10th Ashland Trunk Show. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Hanover Arts and Activities Center, 500 S. Center St., Ashland. Arts and crafts, gifts.

Friday, Nov. 20

Saint Gertrude High School Sophomore Bazaar Preview Night. 6-9 p.m., Santa's Shops on Stuart Avenue, 3215 Stuart Ave. Wine and cheese reception, seasonal gifts, jewelry, purses, embroidery, stationery, birdfeeders, pottery, holiday décor. Adults only. $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

Wrights Chapel U.M.C. 6-8 p.m., 8063 Ladysmith Road, Ladysmith (Exit 110 off Interstate 95). Arts, crafts, white elephant shop, baked goods, silent auction, concessions.

Saturday, Nov. 21

American Sewing Guild Second Annual Bazaar. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Matthews Church, corner of Forest and Patterson avenues. Arts, crafts, purses, pet accessories, totes, doll clothes, quilts, wall hangings, table linens.

Annual Holiday Craft Fair & Market. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Providence Middle School, 900 Starlight Lane. Arts, crafts, jewelry, home and holiday décor, candles, purses/bags, stationery, kids' "Make and Take Crafts," Tupperware, Pampered Chef, baked goods. Bring aluminum cans for recycling. Church of the Redeemer 27th Annual Craft Bazaar. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 8275 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville. Arts, crafts, holiday décor, quilts, ceramics, candles, flower arrangements, pottery, baked goods, raffle, children's activities, Santa Shop. Emmanuel Episcopal Church "First" Annual Christmas Bazaar and Auction. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Brook Hill, 1214 Wilmer Ave. Arts, crafts, jewelry, holiday items, glassware, books, baked goods, silent and live auctions. Emanuel Episcopal Church. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Emmanuel Church Road, Powhatan. Arts, crafts, antiques, attic treasures, holiday decorations, baked goods. Heavenly Creations Art/Craft Show. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. James the Less Episcopal Church, 125 Beverly Road, Ashland. Pottery, jewelry, wood, fabric, wreaths, folk art, photography, paintings. Holly Days Bazaar. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Powhatan Elementary School, Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan. Jewelry, clothes, paintings, bead work, flowers, baked goods. North Side Artists' Open Studio 2009. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1501, 1514, 1519 Westwood Ave., and 3311 Suffolk Road. Illustrations, calendars, paintings, prints, wind sculptures, pottery, jewelry, ornaments, olive oils, spice blends, gift baskets, fabric creations. Kilmarnock, Historyland Community Workshop, Annual Benefit Greens and Gift Sale. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Lancaster Middle School, School Street, Kilmarnock. Boxwood wreaths, table trees, holiday décor, clothing, placemat sets, afghans, baby items, baked goods, raffles. Richmond Waldorf School Holiday Bazaar. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 1000 Westover Hills Blvd. Arts, crafts, cake walk, storytelling, puppet shows, toys, games. Saint Gertrude High School Sophomore Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Santa's Shops on Stuart Avenue, 3215 Stuart Ave. Seasonal gifts, jewelry, purses, embroidery, stationery, birdfeeders, pottery, barbecue, Brunswick stew. St. John's Episcopal Church Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 505 Cedar Lane, Hopewell. Arts, crafts, wreaths, Christmas décor, ornaments, pet gifts, baked goods, culinary surprises, Santa shop for kids. St. Paul's Ladies Sodality Craft and Bake Sale. 4-6:30 p.m., 909 Rennie Ave. Blankets, purses, afghans, Christmas items, baked goods. Thomas Dale High School 2009 Fall Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., school commons area, 3626 W. Hundred Road, Chester. Jewelry, gift items, candles, quilts, baby items, ornaments, designer bags. Admission: $1; free admission for Thomas Dale PTSA members. Wrights Chapel U.M.C. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (see Nov. 20).

Sunday, Nov. 22

North Side Artists' Open Studio 2009. Noon-4 p.m. (see Nov. 21).

St. Paul's Ladies Sodality Craft and Bake Sale. 8 a.m.-noon (see Nov. 21).

Wednesday, Dec. 2

The Seventh Annual Opening Night "Shopping Spree" at The Bizarre Bazaar to benefit Massey Cancer Center. 5-9 p.m., Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E. Laburnum Ave. Wine and cheese reception, raffle of high-end items. Tickets: $30-$75 in advance and available at the door.

Thursday, Dec. 3

Bizarre Bazaar's 34th Christmas Collection. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 E. Laburnum Ave. Arts, crafts, toys, clothing, jewelry, furniture, ornaments, gourmet foods. $7 adults, $1.50 children; advance discount tickets $6.50.

Friday, Dec. 4

Bizarre Bazaar's 34th Christmas Collection. (see Dec. 3).

Saturday, Dec. 5

29th Annual Amelia Arts and Crafts Show. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Amelia County Elementary School, North Five Forks Road, Amelia. Paintings, placemats, aprons, pillows, quilts, Christmas ornaments, baskets, wooden items, soaps, concessions.

"All Manner of Things." 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Weston Manor Plantation's boutique, 603 Brown Ave., Hopewell. Watercolors, beaded jewelry, quilted purses. Annual Ginter Park Show. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Lewis Ginter Recreation Association, 3421 Hawthorne Ave. Woodworking, pottery, jewelry, painting, spinning demonstrations, live music. Bizarre Bazaar's 34th Christmas Collection. (see Dec. 3). Episcopal Church of the Redeemer Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 2341 Winterfield Road, Midlothian. Arts, crafts, jewelry, kitchenware, gourmet food, quilted goods, wreaths, baked goods, hourly raffle, concessions. Fairfield Middle School Holiday Marketplace. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., school gymnasium, 5121 Nine Mile Road. Arts, crafts, jewelry, handbags, beauty products, concessions, hourly door prizes.

Sunday, Dec. 6

"All Manner of Things." 1-4:30 p.m. (see Dec. 5).

Monday, Dec. 7

Weinstein JCC Preschool Seventh Annual Holiday Gift & Craft Boutique. 8:45 a.m.-8 p.m., Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave. Arts, crafts, boutique items, jewelry, baby items, vintage items, handbags, original art, scrapbooking.

Tuesday, Dec. 8

Weinstein JCC Preschool Seventh Annual Holiday Gift & Craft Boutique. 8:45 a.m.-4 p.m. (see Dec. 7).

Friday, Dec. 11

Crestwood Elementary Holiday Bazaar. 4-8:30 p.m., 7600 Whittington Drive. Arts, crafts, poinsettias, children's shop, baked goods.

Saturday, Dec. 12

Third Annual Jesus Way Fellowship Center 2009 Christmas Bazaar. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 660 S. Crater Road, Petersburg. Arts, crafts, jewelry, handbags, clothing, gift items, concessions.

Saturday, Dec. 19

Christmas Kitchen and Bazaar. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Ebenezer Baptist Church, 216 W. Leigh St., Ellis/White Fellowship Hall. Arts, crafts, baked goods, soup, theme baskets, storytelling, puppet show.