Craft Fairs-December 5-7

Looking for a unique gift for friends and family this holiday season? Look no further than the craft fairs of Dutchess County. Talented artists present one of a kind jewelry, ornaments, wreaths and much more! Many of the fairs and markets include refreshments and appearances by Santa Claus! It is a great way to kick start the holiday shopping season.

December 5
Holiday Boutique and Book Sale. Starr Library, 68 W. Market St., Rhinebeck. Sale of holiday items: wrapping paper, ribbons, table/ wall decorations, linens, ornaments, crafts, and select books in mint condition. Fri. Noon- 5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1-4pm. Free. 845/876-4030. Starr.rhinebeck.lib.ny.us

December 6
St. Paul’s Craft Fair. St. Paul's Episcopal Church Parish Hall, cor. of Rt. 44 & Traver Rd., Pleasant Valley. Hand crafted items, from fine jewelry and goats' milk soaps to Christmas wreaths, photography and wood carvings. 9am-3pm. Free. 845/635 -8517.

Church Christmas Bazaar. Christ Church on Quaker Hill, 17 Church Rd., Pawling. Old-fashioned church bazaar. Luncheon, silent auction, White Elephants, bake sale and decorated wreaths. Children’s area with crafts; photos with Santa. Free, some activities have fees. 10am–3pm. 845/855 -1188.

St. Nicholas Day Craft Fair. Astor Home for Children, 6339 Mill St., Rhinebeck. Handmade crafts, baked goods, seasonal and exotic plants. 9am-5pm. Free. 845/871-1171. AstorServices.org

Tivoli Craft Fair. Lasher Garage, Montgomery & Broadway Sts., Tivoli. Craft Fair with artisans selling a wide range of handmade crafts. Free. 845/757-2021. TivoliNY.org

St. Denis Silver Tea & Craft Fair. St. Denis Parish Hall, 604 Beekman Rd., Hopewell Junction. Selected craft vendors, homemade food, music and raffles. Snow date: 12/13. 10am-4pm. Free. 845/227-3949.

Sugar Plum Shoppe. St. Joseph School, North Ave., Millbrook. Artisan craft fair with more than 50 vendors. Poinsettias & wreaths, pictures taken with Santa, raffles, door prizes and luncheon cafe. Sat. 10am-4pm. Free.
845/677-3670. StJosephMillbrook.org

December 7
Arlington Craft Fair. Arlington High School, Rt. 55, Lagrangeville. 100 vendors, handmade crafts, fine art, specialty foods, non-craft items. Live music, entertainment, baby-sitting service, food. 10am-4pm. $2. 845/223-5141.