Oct. 7
St. Nicholas Orthodox Church — 755 S. Cleveland Ave., Suffield Township. Something Russian Festival, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 8. Baked goods, Tea Room, Russian imports, demonstrations, dance troupe and balalaika orchestra performances, arts, crafts. Lunch and dinner available.

Oct. 9
Portage County Gardener's Inc. — 5154 S. Prospect St., Ravenna. Autumn Boutique, 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 11. Christmas and fall items, gifts for gardeners, herbal items, mums, bulbs, fall perennials, jams, jellies, baked goods, unique items. Admission: Oct. 9, $5; Oct. 11, free.

Oct. 10
GreenView Inn at Town Center — 4000 Massillon Road, Uniontown. Holiday Craft Sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch available.

Oct. 11
Chatham VFW Memorial Hall — 6299 Avon Lake Road, Spencer. Chatham Apple Butter Festival, noon to 6 p.m. Oct. 11 and 12. Apple butter, craft show, flea market. Refreshments available.

Clearview United Methodist Church — 1733 Massillon Road, Springfield Township. Apple Harvest, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bazaar quilts, baby quilts, crafts, white elephants, baked goods, candy, jams, apple dumplings, gifts, cutlery, greeting cards, practical items, fall flower bulbs. Lunch available.

Ellet Community Center — 2449 Wedgewood Drive, Akron. Ellet Community Fall Festival, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafters, bingo, cruise-in car show, pony rides, reptile display, inflatables, costume parade, entertainment, games, food.

Johnson United Methodist Church — 3409 Johnson Road, Norton. Fall Fest, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts, bake sale, homemade apple dumplings, soup, sandwiches, kids' games, face painting. Refreshments available.

Williard United Church of Christ — 742 Johnston St., Akron. Fall Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seasonal crafts, white elephant sale, raffle, bake sale. Lunch available. Sponsor: King's Herald Circle Women's Group.

Oct. 18
Church of the Good Shepherd — 785 S. Main St., Akron. Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday items, handcrafted jewelry, miscellaneous items, bake sale. Lunch available. Sponsor: United Methodist Women.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church — 1905 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls. Fall Festival of Crafts, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Marshallville Trinity United Methodist Church — 3 E. Church St. Happy Crafters Fall Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted fall, Christmas and everyday items, bake sale. Refreshments available.

Norwayne High School — 350 S. Main St., Creston. Women's Fun Day Away, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch available.

St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church — 834 E. Exchange St., Akron. Simply Slavic Festival, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Ethnic crafts, dance music, ethnic dancers, food, pastries. Refreshments available. Sponsor: St. Michael Guild.

Sharon Town Hall — 1332 Sharon-Copley Road, Wadsworth. Fall Fest, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, bake sale, raffles. Lunch available. Sponsor: Sharon Women's Club.

Twin Falls United Methodist Church — 60 N. River Road., Munroe Falls. Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Arts, crafts, holiday and gift items, basket raffle, bake sale, door prizes. Lunch available.

Wedgewood United Methodist Church — 2350 Wedgewood Drive, Akron. Fall Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fall and Christmas crafts. Lunch available.

Oct. 21
Happy Day School — 2500 Brady Lake Road, Ravenna. Silent Auction, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Themed baskets, gift certificates, handmade craft items, concessions, raffle.

Prestwick Country Club — 2220 Raber Road, Uniontown. Fall Auction, 9 to 11:15 a.m. Theme baskets, tea parties, services, crafted items, brunches, entertainment. Lunch available: $12. Sponsor: Hartville Area Christian Womens Connection.

Oct. 24
Bath United Church of Christ — 3980 W. Bath Road. Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 25. Handmade crafts and baked goods, dried flowers, used books, CDs. Flu vaccine, 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 25.

Oct. 25
Greensburg United Methodist Church — 2161 Greensburg Road, Green. Hobby Auction at 6 p.m. Handcrafted items, bake sale.
The Inn at Belden Village — 3927 38th St., Canton. Canton Jaycees Annual Craft Show and Breakfast, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Living Water Ministries — 624 Canton Road, Akron. Fall Harvest Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handcrafted items, jewelry, fall and Christmas items, baked goods, kids' corner. Lunch available.

Mogadore High School & Stadium — 130 S. Cleveland Ave. Craft Galleria, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Raffles, door prizes, holiday items, jewelry, handcrafted items, baked goods. Breakfast and lunch available.

Quantum Jewelry — 4631 Mogadore Road, Kent. Hands of Hope Fundraiser, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sterling silver jewelry, bead and gift sale.

Queen of Heaven Church — 1800 Steese Road, Green. Green Festival of Crafts, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handmade crafts, wood crafts, jewelry, art, sewing, ceramics, crochet items, baked goods. Lunch available.

Stewart's Caring Place — 2955 W. Market St., Suite R, Fairlawn. Holiday Boutique Shop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artists, craftspeople, raffle, baked goods.

Sutliff II — 1860 Second St., Cuyahoga Falls. Christmas Treasures, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thanksgiving, Christmas, new and used merchandise. Lunch available.
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Nov. 1
Canal Fulton United Methodist Church — 363 W. Cherry St. Holiday Happenings, noon to 3 p.m. Crafters, vendors, continental breakfast, soup, sandwich restaurant, bake shop, book fair, trash to treasures, tea room, kids' make it/take it.

Cathedral of Life Church — 4111 38th St. N.W., Canton. Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Firestone VFW Post 3383 — 690 W. Waterloo Road, Akron. Guardian Angel Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handmade craft and gift items, jewelry, candles, Christmas items, crochet items, ceramics, clothing, bake sale, raffle.

Doylestown United Methodist Church - 153 Church St., Doylestown. Holiday Bazaar, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Homemade crafts, baby items, Christmas items, bake sale, quilts. Free admission. Dinner from 4:30-7 p.m., $8.50 adults; $5.50 children ages 4-10.

Green High School — 1474 Boettler Road. Green Band Booster Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handcrafted items. Admission: $2.

Life Spring Christian Church of Akron — 1828 Marigold Ave. Craft Show and Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Framed art, Tupperware, Stampin' Up, Christmas items, table settings, jewelry, fleece hats and scarves, home decor, gift items, bake sale. Breakfast and lunch available.

Greenbriar Conference and Party Centre, 50 Riffel Road, Wooster. Season's Splendor Arts and Craft show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 100 crafters. Free admission and shuttle. Lunch available. Sponsored by The Wayne County Arts & Crafts Guild.

Northwest Stark Senior Citizen's Center — 853 Locust St., Canal Fulton. Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handmade crafts, bake sales, raffles, Santa's Thrift Shop. Lunch available.

St. Archangel Michael Church — 2552 Pickle Road, Springfield Township. Holiday Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 1, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 2. Bake sale with walnut rolls, poppy seed rolls, assorted strudels, baklava and pastries. Lunch available. Sponsor: Church Ladies.

St. John Lutheran Church Firestone Park — 550 E. Wilbeth Road, Akron. Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts & gifts. Lunch available at 10:30 a.m. Carry-out orders available. Sponsor: Budget Finance of St. John Lutheran Church.

St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church — 1051 Robinson Ave., Barberton. Rummage and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rummage sale items, baked goods. Cabbage rolls available to go.

St. Peter of the Fields Church — 3487 Old Forge Road, Rootstown Township. Harvest Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch available.

Springfield High School — 2966 Sanitarium Road, Lakemore. Autumn Arts & Crafts Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Juried handmade crafts, baked goods, homemade vegetable soup, gift-card raffle. Lunch available. Sponsor: Springfield Township Women's Club.

Stow United Methodist Church — 4880 Fishcreek Road. Christmas Time in Stow Annual Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artists. Lunch available.

Sunrise Assisted Living of Bath — 101 N. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Bath. Craft Bazaar & Silent Auction, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Theodore Roosevelt High School — 1400 N. Mantua St., Kent. Craft and Treasure Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handmade crafts, jewelry, holiday gift items, gourmet items.

Trinity United Church of Christ of Canal Fulton — 8101 Manchester Ave. N.W. Holiday Magic Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grandma's Attic, Book Nook, Market Place, Perfect Pantry, food, gifts.

Nov. 2
St. Thomas Hospital — 444 N. Main St., Akron. Annual Christmas Brunch and Browse, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Handmade items, Christmas trees, wreaths, table runners, place mats, centerpieces, bake sale. Brunch available: $12.50. For reservations, call 330-379-5977.

Nov. 6
Faith United Methodist Church of Burbank — 127 Mill St. Burbank United Methodist Women's Rummage, Craft and Bake Sale, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 6, 9:30 a.m. Nov. 7. Crafts, bake sale, bazaar-tied quilts, rag rugs, kitchen towels, rummage items. Lunch available.
Sponsor: Faith United Methodist Women.

Nov. 7
Cottage Grove Evangelical Congregational Church — 3133 Cottage Grove Road, Coventry Township. Christmas Shop, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 8. Handmade fall and Christmas crafts, white elephant room, unique items, baked goods. Lunch and dinner available Nov. 7; lunch available Nov. 8.

The Shoppes at Akron Centre — 76 S. Main St. FirstEnergy Women's Club Fall Craft Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Holiday and special-occasion gifts, handcrafted items.

Nov. 8
Church of the Cross United Methodist Church — 5100 Cleveland Road, Wooster. Holiday Craft and Quilt Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, quilted items, home-decorating items, quilt drawing, cookies, candy, baked goods. Lunch available.

Coventry High School - 3089 Manchester Road. Coventry Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $2 admission with free raffle ticket. Crafts, strolling balloonist, concessions, bakery, face painting.

Ellet High School — 309 Woolf Ave., Akron. Ellet Band Boosters Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Homemade crafts, jewelry, decorations, bath products, apparel.

Granger United Methodist Church — 1235 Granger Road, Granger Township. Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Homemade baked goods, candy, jam, relishes, handmade wreaths, afghans, toys, picture frames, purses, Christmas items. Refreshments available.

Green Valley United Methodist Church - 620 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd., Green. Holiday bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. White Elephant sale. Turkey dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. $8 adults; $4 ages 5-10, under 5 free.

Lake Brady United Methodist Church — 1995 Brady Lake Road, Franklin Township. Holiday Craft Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quilted items, handcrafted gifts, food, bakery. Sponsor: The Prayer Dedicated Quilters.

Maison Aine — 2910 L'Ermitage Place, Stow. Holiday Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Raffle prizes, hot dogs, sausage, baked goods.

Norton Middle School — 3390 Cleveland-Massillon Road. Norton Women's Club Holiday Magic Extravaganza, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church — 9080 Shepard Road, Macedonia. Harvest Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Our Lady of Victory Church — 73 North Ave., Tallmadge. Holiday Craft Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Raffle, crafts, bake sale, local authors, gift shop. Lunch available.

Radiant Life Church — 951 High St., Wadsworth. Craft show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Matthew Lutheran Church — 5451 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Norton. Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seasonal craft items, baked goods, painted items, fabric crafts.

St. Matthew Catholic Church and Parish School — 2580 Benton Ave., Akron. Happy Holly Days Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9. Arts, crafts, holiday gifts, cabbage rolls, nut rolls, bake sale, raffles, visit with Santa. Lunch available.

St. Vincent Catholic Church — 164 W. Market St., Akron. Gingerbread Christmas Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handcrafted items, jewelry, painted items, scarves, cards, bake sale, raffle. Lunch available.

South Arlington United Methodist Church — 790 S. Arlington St., Akron. Mini-bazaar and dinner, 1 to 7 p.m. Swiss steak dinner, 1 to 6:30 p.m. or turkey dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $7; children ages 5-12, $4.50. Dinner reservations required by Nov. 1.

Summit County Fairgrounds Arena Complex — 229 E. Howe Road, Tallmadge. Holiday Mart, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 8, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Nov. 9.
Vendors, food, raffle, photos with Santa.  Young Elementary School — 3258 Nidover Drive, Springfield Township. Craft and Gift Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Raffle, door prizes. Lunch available.

Nov. 11
Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home — 1990 S. Main St., Akron. Y Mother's Holiday Bazaar at 6 p.m. Auction, homemade candy, baked goods, crafts, gift certificates.

Nov. 14
Cultural Center for the Arts — 1001 Market Ave. N., Canton. Christkindl Markt, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Holiday arts and crafts.

Doylestown Health Care Center — 95 Black Drive. Craft Bazaar and Bake Sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch available.

New Harmony Christian Church — 3310 Wales Ave., Jackson Township. Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food, crafts, raffles.

Seville United Methodist Church — 74 W. Main St. Treasured Keepsakes Bazaar at 10 a.m. Crafts, rugs, wreaths, baked goods.
Sponsor: Seville United Methodist Women.

VFW Airport Post 8975 — 1649 Krumroy Road, Springfield Township. Holiday Fling, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15. Christmas and miscellaneous items. Dinner available. Sponsor: Ladies Auxiliary 8975.

Nov. 15
Apostolic Pentecostal Church — 3030 Columbus Road, Wooster. Craft Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts, bake sale, homemade soups.

Chippewa High School - 100 Valley View Rd., Doylestown. Chippewa Music Boosters craft show, 9 a.m. Holiday items, hand-crafted jewelry, candles, toys, clothing, raffle, 50/50, bake sale. Lunch is available.

Church at the Lake United Methodist - 7824 Lake Road, Chippewa Lake. Annual Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local crafters offer their wares, plus bake sale and attic treasures shop. Soup and sandwich lunch available.

Church of the Master United Methodist Church — 800 E. Market St., Akron. Sugar Plum Gift Shoppe, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Scrapbooking, jewelry, baskets, housewares, kitchen items, candles, cosmetics, toys, books, handmade items.

First Christian Church of Medina — 4797 Sharon Copley Road. Craft Extravaganza, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, bake sale, refreshments, Santa Shop with Santa.

First Congregational Church of Twinsburg — 9050 Church St. Yankee Soup Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Homemade soup, sandwiches, pumpkin pie, beverages, bake sale, crafts.

KentRidge at Golden Pond — 5241 Sunnybrook Road, Kent. Holiday Gift Fest, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local crafters, jewelry, wreaths, dolls, handmade greeting cards.

Masonic Temple — 2307 Sackett Ave., Cuyahoga Falls. Holiday Bazaar, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, baked goods.

Nov. 21
The Village at St. Edward Nursing Care — 3131 Smith Road, Fairlawn. Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Holiday crafts. Sponsor: Village of St. Edward Service League.

Nov. 22
Manchester High School — 437 W. Nimisila Road, New Franklin. WinterFest Expo, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters, children's activities, raffles, holiday gift shopping. Sponsor: Manchester High School Music Boosters.

St. George Romanian Orthodox Church — 144 30th St. N.W., Canton. Homespun Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Arts, crafts, bake sale, raffle. Lunch available.

Shalersville Town Hall — 9090 State Route 44. Crestwood 4 C's Holiday Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch available.

Suffield United Church of Christ — 1115 State Route 43. Country Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters, gift items, luncheon, book sale. Sponsor: Women's Fellowship.

Twin Haven Reception Hall — 10439 Ravenna Road, Twinsburg. Winter Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron — 3300 Morewood Road, Fairlawn. Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, jewelry, flower arrangements, knitwear, books, green items. Lunch available.

Nov. 23
Ancient Order of Hibernians — 2000 Brown St., Akron. LAOH Margaret Judge Div Belles of Ireland, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Irish gifts, handcrafted items, baked goods. Lunch available.
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Dec. 4
St. Joseph's Family Center — 610 W. Exchange St., Akron. Pregnancy Care's Christmas Auction at 5:30 p.m. Gift baskets, holiday decorations, children's items, sports and golf packages.

Dec. 6
Arlington Church of God — 539 S. Arlington St., Akron. Treasures of Christmas, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Firestone Park Presbyterian Church — 275 S. Firestone Blvd., Akron. Cookie Sale, 9 a.m. to noon. Homemade holiday cookies.

Marlington Middle School — 10325 Moulin Ave., Lexington Township, near Alliance. Frosty's Craft Boutique, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Refreshments available. Admission: $1.

New Covenant Community Church — 2095 W. Market St., Akron. Cookie Walk & Raffle, 9 to 11 a.m.

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church — 4022 Johnson Road, Norton. Winter Wonderland Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Holiday items, jewelry, raffle, bake sale. Lunch available: $5. Sponsor: Saint Andrew Altar Guild.

St. Ashworth Church — 1086 Vernon Odom Blvd., Akron. The Spirit of Christmas Extravaganza, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handmade crafts, art, gifts. Refreshments available.

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School — 15 N. Maple St., Akron. Holiday Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Homemade cookies, baked items. Sponsor: Band Boosters.

Water Street Church — 1541 S. Water St., Kent. Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hand-crafted items, vendors, holiday themed items and gifts, baked goods. Lunch available.

Woodridge High School — 4440 Quick Road., Cuyahoga Falls. Arts & Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handmade crafts, pottery, jewelry, candles, woodworking. Admission: $1.

Dec. 7
Falls River Square — 2085 Riverfront Parkway, Cuyahoga Falls. Kandy Kane Xpress Holiday Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids crafting,

Elfe Shoppe, mini-tree auction, Santa and friends, Kandy the 8-foot talking candy cane.

Wadsworth High School — 625 Broad St. Carousel of Crafts, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts, homemade foods, raffles, kids activities, pictures with Santa.

Dec. 13
Church of the Master United — 800 E. Market St., Akron. Christmas Cookie Sale, 9 a.m. to noon.

Our Saviour Lutheran Church — 1605 Center Road, Hinckley Township. Christmas Cookie Sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsor: Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Association (WELCA).

St. Philip's Episcopal Church — 1130 Mercer Ave., Akron. Holiday Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Handcrafted gifts, clothing, jewelry, home decorations, baked goods, specialty products.