FABRICate
2023-06-19 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-20 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-21 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-22 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-23 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-24 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-25 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-06-26 06:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
June 1st – June 30th 10:00 am – 5 pm Monday – Saturday 12:00 – 5 Pm Sundays

The League of NH Craftsmen in Meredith, NH –is proud to present its latest exhibition “FABRICate”, showcasing the work of four incredible fiber artists Cheryl Miller, Elaine Farmer, Patsy Fraiser and Helen Fitzgerald. FABRICate is a celebration of the versatility and beauty of fabric as an artistic medium. Each artist has created a stunning collection of work that showcases their unique style and vision. A little about these artists: Cheryl Miller starts with an idea, a pair of scissors, and a pile of fabrics. she draws inspiration from nature and art history often mixing in hidden stories, symbolism, or words. She makes her pieces with a simple mechanical sewing machine using stitching and raw edge appliqué to create a textile collage. People often find an emotional connection to her work based on a feeling or experience they have had in their life. This is what keeps her creating. Elaine Farmer has always had a deep connection to the natural world around her, translating nature’s magnificence. Her passion has always lied in her desire to find texture, color, and lighting effects, in all things organic, offering an endless source of subjects and challenges for me. As a traditional landscape oil painter for over 50 years, she discovered needle felting as a new medium in 2019. Patsy Frasier has been a needle felter since 2010 and a mixed media crafter from childhood. Every piece she creates is one of a kind and nothing is mass-produced. Patsy has lived in the beautiful, inspiring State of New Hampshire since birth. The core of her creativity is to “Focus on Fun” which she does by crafting a piece or offering a workshop so others can “Focus on Fun” too! She is inspired by everything around her and especially likes to add a little whimsy to most of her creations. Patsy feels she accomplished her goal when one of her creations puts a smile on your face. Helen Fitzgerald’s tapestries are inspired by the beauty and rhythms of the natural world. She intends for the weavings to be both acknowledgments as well as an archive of the plants and animals threatened by climate change. The weavings recognize the extraordinary worth of the natural world and offer a tangible ‘namaste’ to all living creatures. Her tapestries begin with an image Helen sketches and then employs as a guide. Once the tapestry is begun on the loom, however, the magic and serendipitous nature of the art of weaving jumps off into abstraction, embellishment, deconstruction, or whimsy. For more details, visit our website at http://meredith.nhcrafts.org and our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/nhcraft/ The League of NH Craftsmen is a non-profit organization that encourages and promotes the creation, use, and preservation of fine contemporary and traditional handcraft. The League represents the signature of excellence in fine craft, through the work of its juried members, and its rigorous standards for self-expression, vision, and quality craftsmanship.

Silver Pendant with a Bezel-Set Stone with Joy Raskin
2023-06-24 04:00 - 13:00 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
Learn to make your own silver pendant with a bezel-set stone in this class with League-juried artist, Joy Raskin, on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. Students will make a simple silver pendant with a silver bezel setting, and set a cabochon stone. Tuition is $75.00 per student, and the material fee is between $10.00 – $40.00 (The cost of silver and gemstones vary). Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please contact the gallery at 603-279-7920 to register. Those who wish to take the class MUST sign up by Monday, June 19th.

The Mountains Are Calling
2023-07-01 04:00 - 2023-07-31 13:00 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
The Meredith League of NH Craftsmen is excited to announce our upcoming free event, “The Mountains Are Calling,” taking place throughout the month of July. Join us as we celebrate the natural beauty of the mountains around New England and showcase the incredible talent of our local artists. Throughout the month, a variety of artists will be creating unique and stunning pieces inspired by the mountains, using a range of mediums including wood, glass, fiber, and more. Whether you’re a lover of the outdoors or simply appreciate beautiful art, this event is not to be missed. Mark your calendars and join us for “The Mountains Are Calling” at the Meredith League of NH Craftsmen. Admission is free, so bring your friends and family and immerse yourselves in the beauty of our local mountains through the eyes of our talented artists. We can’t wait to see you there! For more details, visit our website at http://meredith.nhcrafts.org and our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/nhcraft/ The League of NH Craftsmen is a non-profit organization that encourages and promotes the creation, use, and preservation of fine contemporary and traditional handcraft. The League represents the signature of excellence in fine craft, through the work of its juried members, and its rigorous standards for self-expression, vision, and quality craftsmanship.

July 1st – July 31st open Mondays – Saturdays 10am – 5pm, Sundays 12pm – 5pm

Meredith on Canvas, a Plein Air Event
2023-07-02 06:00 - 13:00 | NH
Meredith NH; You’re invited! Meredith on Canvas, a Plein Air Event will begin Sunday, May 7th with artists and their easels painting the scenic spaces in various locations around town. Plein Air painting is of or relates to painting in outdoor light. It is a branch of impressionism that attempts to represent outdoor light and air. Zachary Mafera is one of the painters who is participating. A graduate of Salve Regina in Newport, RI. with a degree in studio art, Zack will be one of at least 20 artists positioned around town for the public to see. The best viewing times are any time between 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Use the Meredith Do The Loop Map to observe and enjoy these talented artists at work. This event will extend to two additional days of painting Sunday, June 4th, and Sunday, July 2nd. For more info please visit www.greatermeredith.org/meredith-on-canvas. Meredith On Canvas is working in conjunction with the Greater Meredith Program. Our mission is to create an event dedicated to enhancing the public’s awareness of outdoor painting while providing a venue for established and emerging artists to share creative endeavors with the public.

Family History Research Workshop Week 1: Introduction to Family History Research
2023-07-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Laconia Public Library, 695 Main Street, Laconia, NH, 03246, United States
The first in a four-part workshop series, this introduction to genealogy will walk you through developing a research plan, documenting your findings, validating information, and considering software and database options for building your family tree. These workshops are led by Ginny Martin, a retired librarian and software engineer with her Certificate of Genealogical Research from the Boston University Center for Professional Education. Sign-up is required for each of the four sessions. These workshops will take place every other Wednesday, beginning July 5th and ending August 16th, and will build off of each other. To register call: (603) 524-4775 or email: info@laconialibrary.org.

Summer Fun Craft Fair
2023-07-29 04:00 - 2023-07-30 13:00 | NH
July 29-30 – Summer Fun Craft Show – Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Road, Tilton – Saturday 10 am to 5 pm & Sunday 10 am to 4 pm – Don’t miss this fabulous arts & crafts fair with over 75 amazing artisans!

Elise will demonstrate her chainsaw artistry at times during the fair on both days! Some of the exhibits will include handsome soy candles, amazing chainsaw wood carvings by Elise, unique macrame chairs & swings, fairy gardens, amazing leather jewelry, NH maple syrup products, folk art, pottery, beautiful handpainted wood/metal/snowshoes/glass, hand-poured soaps/personal care products, charcuterie boards, cribbage boards, amazing wildlife photography, pet products, clothing, books, unique beautiful lanterns, & lots more!!! Friendly, Leashed Dogs Welcome! Rain or Shine Under Canopies! Always Free Adm – Take Exit 20 off I-93 & bear left & only 1/4 mile from the exit! For more Info Call Joyce at 603.387.1510

Labor Day Weekend Gunstock Craft Fair
2023-09-02 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-03 06:00 - 13:00 | Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cheery Valley Road, Gilford, NH, 03249, United States
Come and celebrate the holiday weekend at the Labor Day Weekend Gunstock Craft Fair at Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, NH, on September 2-3 – Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 5 pm both days!
There will be over 100 fabulous arts & crafts exhibitors with a wide range of arts & crafts plus music on both days with North River. Some of the exhibits will include cedar wood furniture, awesome American wooden flags, leather jewelry & leather pocketbooks, wildlife photography, handsome soy candles, Lake Winnipesaukee aerial photography, handpainted metal/wood/slates/skis, resin art pictures, handcrafted wooden spoons, various jewelry styles, gourmet vinegar & oils, gourmet honey, beautiful Raku pottery, handsome macrame chairs, American wooden flags, laser engraved wood & glassware, dog & cat toys/treats/apparel, CBD products, charcuterie boards, bath & body products, Lake Winnipesaukee signs, kettle corn, & lots more!

Free Admission!
Friendly, leashed pets are welcome!
Food: Snack Shack & Patio Restaurant Dining
Rain or shine – under canopies!
Adventure Park will be open with many amazing activities!

For more info about the craft fair, call Joyce (603) 387-1510.
Presented by joycescraftshows.com

Dichroic Glass Pendants with Lynn Haust
2023-09-02 08:30 - 11:30 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
Join artist Lynn Haust for a two-day class on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., and Sunday, September 3rd, from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm. Learn to make your own Dichroic Glass Pendants. Melting glass, also known as the ancient art of kiln forming, is fun and addictive. This fast-paced class will give you a chance to explore this art and many of the techniques that make melting glass so exciting. Using clear and black Bullseye glass as a base, you will design and create a collection of pendants out of dichroic, transparent, and opaque glass. Safety, firing, and glass information will be covered. Work hard and have fun creating your own pieces! Day 1: You will cut the dichroic glass to create color and design. The glass will then be fully fused into two large squares. Day 2: You will cold work the glass by cutting and shaping it into pendants. The pieces will be fired a second time to fire polish the glass into finished pendants. Your pendants will be fired and annealed off-site and you will be notified when they are available for pick up within a few days after the class. Tuition is $150.00 per student and all materials are included. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please contact the gallery at 603-279-7920 to register. Those who wish to take the class MUST sign up by Monday, August 28th.

A Time to Reflect
2023-09-03 06:00 - 2023-09-30 13:00 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is excited to announce the exhibit for September 2023. A Time To Reflect is an exhibition featuring mirrors from various League juried members. With the coming of Fall and Winter approaching it is a time when all of us reflect on the end of summer and the coming months of cozy evenings, family, and gathering together. The exhibited mirrors become metaphors for the transitional period, where the external environment aligns with the inner journey. The artists? mirrors offer more than just reflections; they capture the essence of the season, the anticipation of warm nights spent with loved ones, and the transformative power of light. Stop in the Gallery and see the unique and beautifully handcrafted mirrors created by some of New Hampshire’s most talented artisans. The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is located at 279 DW Hwy, Meredith, NH. For more information about this exhibit, craft education classes, and other events visit our website www.meredith.nhcrafts.org The League of NH Craftsmen is committed to the education and support of NH’s fine craft tradition.

Bristol Farmers' Market & Crafts
2023-09-09 05:00 - 10:00 | Mill Street Park – Bristol Farmers Maret & Crafts, NH Route 3A, Bristol, NH, United States
Vegetables – Fruits (in season) – Bacon – Chicken – Eggs – Baked Goods (quick breads, cookies, tarts, cakes, muffins, pies, breads, bagels) – Homemade Doggie & Horses Biscuits – Fly Fishing Lures – Quilts – Handmade Jewelry – Baskets – Amazing Woodworking of all kinds – Stuffed Animal Toys – Stuffed Toys with Accompanying Book – Aprons – Vera Bradley look-a-like totes – Cross body bags – Bird & Bat Houses – Accent Tables – Cutting Boards – Fresh Cut Floral Arrangements – Perennials – Garden Plant – Framed Photography – Semi-precious & Fresh Water Pearl Jewelry

Artist Demonstration - Becky Sawyer Jewelry
2023-09-09 07:00 - 09:00 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
Join us on Saturday, September 9th from 11am to 1pm to see Becky Sawyer creating her one-of-a-kind hand-drawn and colored jewelry. These tiny works of art are stunningly detailed. Flowers, birds, and animals are just a few of the designs Becky creates with such incredible detail they are simply mini works of art. Pieces inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, others of stained glass windows, and most recently Becky has embarked on earrings that have tiered shapes of color that descend in size. Perfect for those who want something that is unique. Using polystyrene, Becky draws her designs, hand colors them, and then using an Xacto knife, cuts out the designs, some of which have such intricate open spaces you will be amazed. Becky will be demonstrating her process on Saturday Sept 9th from 11:00 to 1:00. Autumn Artistry: A Series of Demonstrations is part of Experience Fine Craft in New Hampshire, which features events and demonstrations sponsored by the League of NH Craftsmen organization and their Fine Craft Galleries throughout the Fall.

Tapestry Weaving Basics with Lisa Almeida
2023-09-10 06:30 - 12:30 | Meredith Fine Craft Gallery – League of NH Craftsmen, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, New Hampshire, 03253
Beginner Tapestry Weaving class on Sunday, September 10th, 2023, from 10:30am – 4:00 pm with juried artist Lisa Almeida. What to expect: In this class, you will learn the basics of how to create images with fiber using a simple tapestry loom. You will weave a tiny tapestry from start to finish and leave with your loom warped and ready to start a new project at home. Who should attend: Anyone interested in learning the foundational skills of tapestry weaving is encouraged to attend. If you’ve never touched a loom in your life, this class is for you. If you are an experienced hand-weaver, you will discover a new way to enjoy your loom. About the Instructor: Lisa Almeida discovered tapestry weaving in 2017. She was immediately captivated by the joy of creating images with fiber and has been weaving nearly every day since. She is a member and past Director of Exhibitions of the American Tapestry Alliance, and a juried member of the League of NH Craftsmen. Her work is sold and exhibited locally and nationally. Tuition is $135.00 per student, and the material fee is $40.00 Materials fee includes: A wooden tapestry lap loom with accessories (beater comb, shuttle stick and tapestry needles) – all of which you will keep. Enough cotton warp and wool to complete the class project and another like it at home. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Please contact the gallery at 603-279-7920 to register. Those who wish to take the class MUST sign up by Tuesday, September 5th 2023.

The Falling Leaves Craft Fair
2023-09-23 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-24 06:00 - 12:00 | Tanger Outlets Tilton, 120 Laconia Road, Tilton, NH, 03276, United States
Join us September 23 – 24 for the Falling Leaves Craft Fair – Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Road, Tilton – Saturday 10 am to 5 pm & Sunday 10 am to 4 pm – Don’t miss this fabulous arts & crafts fair with over 90 amazing artisans!
Elise will demonstrate her chainsaw artistry at times during the fair both days! Some of the exhibits will include handsome soy candles, goat milk soaps, gourmet honey, amazing chainsaw wood carvings by Elise, unique macrame chairs & swings, soft sculpture, amazing leather jewelry, NH maple syrup products, recycled acrylic art, pottery, beautiful handpainted wood/metal/snowshoes/glass, handpoured soaps/personal care products, charcuterie boards, cribbage boards, amazing wildlife & landscape photography, pet products, clothing, books, unique beautiful lanterns, & lots more!!! Friendly, Leashed Dogs Welcome! Rain or Shine Under Canopies! Always Free Adm – Take Exit 20 off I-93 & bear left & only 1/4 mile from exit! More Info Call Joyce 603.387.1510

Mt. Washington Valley Fall Craft Fair
2023-09-30 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-01 06:00 - 12:00 | NH
Come and join the fun at the Mt. Washington Valley Fall Craft Fair on September 30 – October 1 at Schouler Park in downtown North Conway in front of the Scenic Railroad! The times are Saturday 10 am to 5 pm & Sunday 10 am to 4 pm! Live Music on both days!
There will be over 100 unique arts & crafts exhibitors displaying a wide arrange of arts & crafts including handsome cedar wood furniture, beautiful handpainted glassware, NH maple syrups, pottery, wrought iron creations, leather jewelry, sublimated items, charcuterie boards, many different signs & home decor, watercolor and acrylic paintings, face paintings, wooden decor, hand-poured soaps, body care products, homemade fudge, kettle corn, books, gourmet foods, cat & dog toys, children’s toys, embroidery, quilted items, wildlife photography, wood burned items & lots more!!! Rain or Shine Under Canopies! Friendly, Leashed Dogs Welcome! More Info Call Joyce (603) 387.1510 – GPS Address: 1 Norcross Circle North Conway – See you there!!!

Leaf Peepers Art & Crafts Fair
2023-10-14 06:00 - 13:00, 2023-10-15 06:00 - 12:00 | NH
Come and join the fun at the Leaf Peeper’s Arts & Craft Fair on October 14-15 at Schouler Park in downtown North Conway in front of the Scenic Railroad! The times are Saturday 10 am to 5 pm & Sunday 10 am to 4 pm! Live Music both days!
There will be over 120 amazing arts & crafts exhibitors displaying a wide arrange of arts & crafts including chainsaw wood carvings and demos, handsome cedar wood furniture, beautiful handpainted glassware, NH maple syrups, pottery, wrought iron creations, leather jewelry, sublimated items, charcuterie boards, many different signs & home decor, watercolor and acrylic paintings, face paintings, wooden decor, handpoured soaps, body care products, homemade fudge, kettle corn, books, gourmet foods, cat & dog toys, children’s toys, embroidery, quilted items, wildlife photography, woodburned items & lots more!!! Rain or Shine Under Canopies! Friendly, Leashed Dogs Welcome! More Info Call Joyce (603) 387.1510 – GPS Address: 1 Norcross Circle North Conway – See you there!!!
