Festivals and bazaars
Cape Coral
Grace Community Center
Grace Community Center at 4151 Hancock Bridge Parkway, North Fort Myers, is a branch of Grace United Methodist Church of Cape Coral and is the sponsor of this second Annual Craft and Plant-A-Palooza Bazaar.
The event will take place for two days, Friday, Nov. 13, 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission and parking are free. New this year is a Farmer’s market featuring local produce and fruits. Arts and crafts will be indoors.
For information, call 558-5168.
St. Andrew Catholic Church events
– St. Andrew Catholic Church is holding its annual Ministry Fair on today, Nov. 7, and Sunday, Nov. 8, after all masses at the church grounds. There will be food and fun for all that attend.
This is an opportunity for all the people interested in finding a way to serve their church to find a ministry within the parish community.
The Ministry Fair is not only an opportunity where people will find a way to share their talents and skills, but also a chance for everyone to enrich their lives and the lives of others, especially in these times of so much need.
– St. Andrew Catholic School will hold its 17th Annual Holiday Craft Fair, Nov. 14-15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Parish Hall at 2628 Del Prado Blvd. This event is sponsored by the Home and School Association. There will be over 50 crafters, music, hourly raffles, and entertainment and face painting. Admission is free. For information, call Doris Armstrong at 239-549-8030 or e-mail DorisV64@hotmail.com.
Trinity Lutheran Church & School
The Ladies Guild/LWML of Trinity Lutheran Church & School will hold its annual Fall Yard and Bake Sale Saturday, Nov. 14, from 7 a.m.-noon. There will be many good bargains to choose from and a bake sale.
Trinity Lutheran Church & School is at 706 S.W. 6th Ave. Take Skyline to S.W. 12th Terrace to S.W. 6th Avenue or either Pine Island Road or Santa Barbara Boulevard to Nicholas Parkway to S.W. 6th Street to S.E. 6th Avenue.
For more information, call the church, 772-0172 or school, 772-1549.
St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church
The Council of Catholic Women is having a bazaar Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m. 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
There will be baked goods, fresh farmers market, handmade crafts and jewelry, games, prizes and 50/50 raffle. There will also be several items for a silent auction.
Over 15 vendors with a variety of decorations, used books, floral arrangements and some lively entertainment for all.
Pine Island
Fishers of Men Lutheran Church
The Annual Arts & Craft Show will take place at the Fishers of Men Lutheran Church from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 14.
At this time vendors and buyers are sought to participate in this full-filled event. Call Mary Harrell at 283-5465 to reserve space both inside and outside.
In addition be sure to mark the calendar for future dates of Dec. 12, and Feb. 13, for the next Arts and Craft Shows.
Fort Myers
Central United Methodist Church
The Central United Methodist Church Fall Bazaar will be held today, Nov. 7. Doors will open at 9 a.m. and close at 2 p.m. There will be homemade jams, jellies, pickles and baked goods; holiday crafts, and decorations; gift and home decor items, and other neat stuff! There will be luncheon counter. The Thrift Shop will be open, as well.
Central UMC is located at the corner of Grand and Edison avenues, near City of Palms Park, Fort Myers. Call 334-3160 in the mornings for information.
Evangelical Christian School
Evangelical Christian School. is hosting its annual Fall Festival from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., today, Nov. 7. Jack Minish, host of NBC-2’s Trash to Treasure, evaluate your estate item. ECS’s antique “gym” show will be held in the ECS gymnasium between the hours of 3 until 5 p.m. So bring silver, china, crystal, depression glass, antique items, collectibles, age specific items, jewelry, artwork, etc. (no stamps, books, guns, records, or coins). and find out the true value of your treasure.
Enjoy carnival games, NASCAR driving, dog show, car show for the car lovers. There is a $2 entry fee, with tickets for carnival games and food being sold at the door. Students can enjoy an evening of unlimited jumping on Bounce Houses by purchasing a $10 armband.
Evangelical Christian School is located at 8237 Beacon Blvd. Fort Myers.
For information, contact dswafford@goecs.org or call (239)936-3319
St. Hilary’s Episcopal Church
St. Hilary’s annual Holiday Bazaar, raffle and lunch will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is located at 5011 McGregor Blvd., at the corner of Colonial under the Midpoint Bridge. The theme of this years bazaar is Mrs. Santa’s Workshop.
Tickets for the lunch are $7.50 and available at St. Hilary’s office and at the door. Raffle tickets are $1 each or six for $5. All proceeds will be donated to the Community Cooperative Ministry Inc. For information, contact Josephine Lane at 433-7778.