Visions of Michigan Avenue crowds knocking around in your head? These holiday craft and art fairs may provide some respite, and handmade frames, blown glass, and knitted caps can make a refreshing alternative to ties and fruitcake. Events are given in chronological order and are free unless otherwise specified.
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Winter Arts and Crafts Expo, Evanston Art Center, 2603 Sheridan, Evanston, 847-475-5300. Jewelry, ceramics, glass- and metalwork, textiles. Thursday, December 4, 5 to 9 PM; Friday and Saturday, December 5 and 6, 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday, December 7, 11 AM to 5 PM.
Animal Care League Holiday Bazaar, Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest, Oak Park, 708-848-8155. Wreaths, ornaments, pet gift baskets, baked goods. Friday, December 5, 3 to 9 PM, and Saturday, December 6, 9 AM to 3 PM.
Holiday Expo, Saint Thomas the Apostle School, 5467 S. Woodlawn, 773-363-0202. Jewelry, African clothing and art, dolls, baked goods, and more. Saturday, December 6, 9 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday, December 7, 9 AM to 4 PM.
Light Up the Holidays, Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 W. Belmont,
Delilah’s Holiday Bazaar, Delilah’s, 2771 N. Lincoln, 773-472-2771. Clothing, jewelry, music, and more. Sunday, December 14, noon to 7 PM.
