Green Sunday holiday craft fair in Media
Support local artists and craftsmanship at the 8th Annual Green Sunday Holiday Fair 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 at Media Providence Friends School, 125 W. Third St., Media. People can get a jump on holiday shopping in a festive, relaxed and friendly space, an eco-friendly alternative to the frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Hosted by Transition Town Media, Green Sunday is a juried craft show of over
40 unique booths, featuring a variety of handmade gifts by local artisans, including ceramics, jewelry, art, clothing, purses & bags, soaps, candles, home furnishings, and more. Kids can make their own holiday gift or decoration at the children’s craft spaces. There will be lots of free household items, toys and more at the FreeStore table.
Shoppers can enter a raffle to win gift baskets loaded with items from the vendors and enjoy food, drinks, and sweet holiday snacks. There is no charge for admission. Entrance and parking are behind the school on
4th Street between Olive and Orange streets. For more details about this event, visit greensundayfair.com, or email info@transitiontownmedia.org.
Heron Crest Studios holds annual exhibit and sale
Heron Crest Studios, on the second floor at Mount and Red Hill roads, Aston, will hold its 13th Annual Open Studio Art Exhibit and Sale. Art Along the Creek” opens with a wine and chocolate reception Friday night, November 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Arioso Quartet, a Philadelphia chamber music trio and the Trolley Stoppers, a four-man a cappella group, will entertain visitors as they enjoy the studios and galleries. On the two weekends before Thanksgiving, Nov. 16 and 17 and Nov. 23 and 24, the doors will open between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
The exhibit and sale will feature 21 artists with painting, pottery, jewelry, photography, wearable art and more. The annual November ‘Art Along the Creek’ event has become a destination for local art lovers and early holiday gift buyers.
The painters of Heron Crest Studios include Marie Tosto (pen & ink mini drawings, abstract watercolor), Rachel Breeden (graphic acrylics), Patrick Lyons Nielson (oils) and Bill MacQueen (acrylics), as well as Ann Guidera-Matey (pastels), Michelle Burns (oils) and Pat Scarano (watercolor and oils). Two very different takes on multi-media art are offered by Helena Domenic (mixed media visionary art) and Nick Mittelstead (large panel installation). Curt Bare’s abstracts and Rob Porter’s photography balance the natural art of Sara Fry. Robin Sesan shares both her clay monoprints and limited-edition silk scarves that are based on her monoprints.
Artisans Heidi Hammel of Reclaimed Creations (ecofashion accessories from upcycled wool sweaters), fabric artist, Jennie Adams (infinity scarves with matching jewelry), Deborah Flanagan (handcrafted minimalist silver jewelry) and Christine Sirko (functional and decorative ceramics) offer handcrafted treasures. “Art along the Creek” also welcomes local guest artists Rinal Parikh and former Heron Crest Studios artist Elizabeth Breakell to round out the show.
Visitors should follow the “Art along the Creek” signs from Rt. 452/Pennell Road to 3100 Mount Rd. Ample parking is available. Studio visits are available year-round by appointment. For more information, visit Heron Crest Studios online at www.HeronCreststudios.com.
St. James Episcopal Church holds annual Canterbury Market
St. James Episcopal Church, 11th and Lincoln Ave. Prospect Park will hold a Canterbury Market 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday Nov. 30. Everyone is invited to celebrate the holiday season with a cookie walk, English tea room, book nook, handmade crafts, homemade baked goods, attic treasures and face painting for the kids. The market will also have a silent auction, children’s auction, and raffles. Visitors can enjoy a hot dog or hot toast beef sandwich.
Brookhaven seeks marchers, bands, floats for Christmas Parade
The Brookhaven Parade Committee will kick off its annual Christmas Parade 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov, 23. There is still time to part of the fun. The parade committee is looking for bands, floats and acts with a Thanksgiving or Christmas theme.
This year’s route will leave the Our Lady of Charity parking lot to Victor Ave., go right on Trimble Blvd., left on Mt. Vernon, right on Chandler Dr. and right on Coebourn Boulevard to the grand stand to perform in front of the elementary school. Anyone interested in helping or participating in the parade can call co-chairs Vawn Donaway at 610-872-0681 or Linda Riffert at 610- 490-0528. Everyone is welcome to help kick the holiday season off in style.
Williamson College of Trades holds holiday bazaar
The public is invited to begin their holiday shopping early when Williamson College of the Trades’ Auxiliary holds its Holiday Bazaar 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, in the Rowan Hall dining room. Crafters and vendors will be selling their wares and there will be raffles, food, and fun for everyone. Williamson is located at 106 S. New Middletown Rd., Middletown Township. All proceeds will benefit the young men of Williamson. For more information, contact Terri Dugan at 610-329-6427 or terrimojo@gmail.com or Mary Slawter at 610-757-5366 or mslawter4kids@yahoo.com.
Tickets on sale for bag bingo to benefit Plank House restoration
Marcus Hook Preservation Society will present designer bag bingo 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 at Norwood United Methodist Church
Social Hall, 315 Chester Pike, Norwood. Cost is $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
For advanced ticket purchas. e, call 267-438-4161 or email mhps1@hotmail. comAll proceeds help with the restoration efforts of the historic Plank House, circa 1720, a 501c3 non-profit organization at 221 Market St., Marcus Hook. All donations are tax deductible. For more information, visit www.marcushookps.org/.
Laugh for Life comedy show benefits Delco Pregnancy Center
Comedian Gordon Douglas will host his 17th Laugh for Life Comedy Show 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at The Christian Academy (TCA), 4301 Chandler St., Brookhaven
The clean family comedy show will raise money for Delaware County Pregnancy Center (DCPC) and TCA.
Taylor Mason will be the headliner, and feature Ross Bennett. The Christian Academy’s Praise team will provide music.
Gordon’s comedy career has taken him to 41 states and four countries. His new book “Growth Spurts and Growin’ Pains: the struggles of a skinny studmuffin has touched many lives. Taylor is a gifted ventriloquist who mixes in funny songs, and stand-up comedy. He was the winner of Star Search, and is featured on many Disney cruises.
Coming back by popular demand is New York’s Ross Bennett who has been seen on Late Night with David Letterman.
The event will feature comedy, music and door prizes. Doors open at 6: 30 for the 7 pm start. Tickets are $10 in advance, and
$15 at the door, and there is a family package for $25. Tickets are available at TCA, or by calling DCPC at 610872-2229, or online at www. GordonDouglasIsFunny. com/.
Sons and Daughters of Italy meet
The Central Delco XII October Lodge 2438 Sons and Daughters of Italy will meet Thursday, Nov. 14 at Anthony’s in Drexel Hill. Cocktails are at 5 p.m. and dinner is 5:30 in the lounge. Choices are either roasted turkey with vegetables or lobster ravioli, both at $35. Deadline for orders is Monday, Nov. 11. Speaker will be Rich Pagano, Delco News Network sports columnist. In his columns, he takes a nostalgic look at local sports figures of the past.
For the Christmas social, the Lodge needs donations of items for the Tombola Table as well as someone to coordinate the event. Donations can be brought to Nov. meeting.
New members are always needed and welcomed. For reservations to the next meeting, and to note dinner selection, contact Barb at 610-6263140 or bcshannon@rcn.com, or Denise at 610-812-5193 or DNAZZ@comcast.net.