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23rd Annual Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
Dates:April 24-26, 2009
Hours: Friday & Saturday 10:00 - 6:00, Sunday 10:00-5:00
Location: Virginia
Beach Convention Center,
1000 19th St., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
Virginia Beach Convention Center Map and Directions
Admission: $6.00 for adults (children under 12 free) Go here for discounts and newsletters
Receive
50¢ off admission by bringing a canned food donation for the Food
Bank of Southeastern Virginia.
Exhibitor Information & Application: Download an application and find out more information about exhibiting at one of our shows.
Please
be sure to check out this year's sponsor, Total Health Center.
They will be offering free chair massages during the show as well as giving
practical advice on Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy, Accupuncture and
Chiropractic care. Visit their website, Total
Health Center, to find out more information about their services and
expertise.
The
Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market features 150 fine artists and craftspeople
from across the nation offering fine arts, handcrafted jewelry, wood,
glass, photography, candles, woven baskets, clothing, toys, folk art and
specialty foods. Exhibitors introduce new lines and special accessories
for the home and garden including wrought iron, welcome wreaths, garden
statuary, birdhouses, outdoor furniture, pottery and wind chimes.
Meet
the artisans, learn the stories behind their work and shop for the best
in fine arts and fine crafts — from simple to lavish - you'll find
one-of-a-kind creations for every budget.
A long time customer says: "I found beautiful art work for my home, unique stepping stones for my garden, cute accessories for my daughter's room, a gift of jewelry for my friend and the perfect scarf for my mother for Mother's Day."
Each piece is a creation from the skilled hands of an American craftsperson. Each purchase supports the history and tradition of true American craftsmanship.
In
addition, Heritage Celebration!, an area of educational demonstrations
by local craft designers and guilds (here
are the 2009 Guild participants), has been a huge success since its
premier presentation in 1997. See and interact with local craft guild
members in the gallery. These gifted artisans will demonstrate the techniques
and skills used to produce quality American-made crafts. Live demos include:
knitting, spinning, sewing, beadwork, quilting, woodcarving and wood turning
just to name a few. Bring the kids and let them watch a crafter turn a
simple slab of clay, block of wood, or skein of yarn into a stunning and
functional work of art.
Events
Management Group, Inc. works with the Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia
helping needy families by collecting donations of canned goods. For 50
cents off admission bring one or more cans of food to donate to the Food
Bank.
Good News
Northern Virginia Christmas Market Foodbank Update
"We collected 4,500 pounds of food, bringing our 7 year food total to 47,433 pounds! The craft show/sale drew shoppers from the mid-atlantic region and vendors from across the United States. Our hosts, the very friendly people of Events Management Group, made us feel right at home."
Mike G.
Capital Area Food Bank
"Support American Craftspeople"
The craft show industry and America's artisans are feeling the effects of cheap, imported knock offs now being sold in every mega-retail store and catalog throughout the U.S.
With this major issue at hand, we, as promoters, will continue our efforts in creating awareness and appreciation for all American artists and craftspeople.
Please join us at the next show where you will find some of the most creative and exciting handcrafts and fine art exhibited anywhere in Virginia this season.