31st Annual Chapel Hill Arts & Crafts Show

On Saturday, October 2 from 8a.m.-4p.m. EST, the Chapel Hill United Methodist Church is hosting its annual arts & crafts show.

The day-long show will take place in Berrien Springs, Mich. and will have an entry fee of $1. This juried show will have around 280 exhibitors to browse in 4 commercial buildings along with outdoor vendors at the Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds.

Along with the arts & crafts, there will be food vendors, homemade baked goods, "pie by the slice," and a vintage tractor display. All profits will go to benefit local and abroad mission projects through the church.

For more information click through to the event's website. There you can find an entire vendor list and examples of what you may find at the show.


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Harvest Moon Gathering

Today is opening day for South Haven, Michigan's Harvest Moon Festival.

Now through October 10th there will be a Ghost Tour walk down town, times to take the Kal-Haven Trail on the Boo on your Bike tour, and nights for the South Haven Haunted House to get in the spooky mood.

You can also enjoy the South Haven Farmer's Market where vendors will sell fresh fruits, fresh vegetables and special treats for this time of year.



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Guse Corn Maze

The 2010 corn maze.

Want to get lost in a field full of corn? Then, visit the Guse Corn Maze at Guse Christmas Trees in Wanatah, Ind.! The farm is hosting a 6-acre maze from now until the 30.

Cliff Guse, corn maze mastermind, designed this year's maze in the elaborate shape of a train so try out your directional skills to see if you can get through this maze in one piece!

Saturdays the maze is open from 10a.m.-8p.m. and on Sundays open from 10a.m.-6p.m CST.

On October 23 & 30, the corn maze will be turned into a Haunted Maze from 7-10p.m. CST for those who enjoy getting lost in the dark while getting frightened at every turn. It's not Halloween without racing hearts and nightmares.  

A group of brave maze wanderers.

Guse welcomes groups big and small, young and old offering activities for all ages. There is a game area, train & hay rides, pumpkin patch, bonfires and much more.

The farm also offers classroom field trip packages to surrounding schools full of learning and fun.

If you have any questions concerning times, location or information, call: 219.733.9346 or e-mail Guse farm at info@gusechristmastrees.com.


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2nd Annual Fall Harvest Weekend - Michigan City, IN

On both Saturday and Sunday this weekend, Michigan City's Riverside Marketplace will have its annual Fall Harvest Weekend. Entry is free for all who attend.

From 9a.m. - 2p.m. on Saturday and 10a.m. - 2p.m. on Sunday, Riverside Marketplace will have ALL LOCAL produce, meats, baked goods, honey, soap, candles, coffee, flowers, decorations, jewelry, antiques and more for sale by vendors. Shop and relax on a beautiful autumn weekend right along the lake shore. All who attend also get free apple cider to celebrate the harvest and fall!

Enjoy the last few weekends of the Riverside Marketplace because it will only stay open until October 30.

Any questions or comments should be directed to Sandy Radtke at 219.508.5650. Click here for event flyer.

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Live Music & Restaurant Discounts on the Square - Valpo

Saturday, October 2nd, Valparaiso, Ind. is getting some live entertainment and dining discounts all thanks to Jano Bicycles. The bicycle shop will be hosting free live music from 5p.m. - 7p.m. CST at which a special password will be mentioned to then be used to get up to 20% off discounts at 8 downtown restaurants only good on that Saturday night. 

Courthouse and Square.

The restaurants included in these secretive savings are Paparazzi's, Don Quijote, Pikk's, South Bend Chocolate Company, Bon Femme, Bistro 157, Blackbird Cafe, and Valpo Velvet. The retail shops also participating are Life Styles and Air One. 

“It's a great opportunity to enjoy our friendly downtown atomosphere, socialize, listen to live music and enjoy great food and beverages,” said Jim Jano, owner of Jano Bicycles.

Head on over to Valpo tomorrow evening to enjoy some great live music and secret savings across from the Courthouse at Jano Bicycles.

 

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