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The Artisan Faire
THE ARTISAN FAIRE 2012
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What: The Artisan Faire 2012
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Inaugural Artisan Faire at Santa Anita Park. Includes: high quality Hand-crafted and custom designed creations – Bonjour Boutique Spa – Live DIY Demonstrations – Health & Fitness Pavilion.
When: Saturday & Sunday – November 17 & 18, 2012
Hours: Sat - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm & Sun - 11:00 am to 4:00pm
Where: Santa Anita Park, 285 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
Cost: Free admission to general public
Parking: $4.00 per auto
The Artisan Faire 2012 is not your usual craft faire. In addition to an impressive grouping of high-quality, handcrafted works of art, fashions, home accessories and culinary products created by artisans selected through a juried process, this event is designed to enhance your shopping experience. Enjoy a massage or makeover consultation in our signature Bonjour Boutique™ Salon. Watch demonstrations and get decorating tips from a live DIY presentation. Catch a glimpse of one of the models donning eye-catching attire and accessories as they stroll through the exhibit hall. Take your own stroll around the exhibit hall for a broad selection of novel products and personal care services – just in time for holiday shopping. The historic Santa Anita facility will serve as the backdrop for this destination weekend shopping experience, including:
International Puppetry Museum (IPM) – we are honored and excited to announce the participation of the Pasadena-based International Puppetry Museum as the featured non-profit exhibitor and vendor. They will present a Shadow Puppet Workshop and features a performance by Billy Goats Gruff.
Exhibit Hall - The main exhibit hall features rows of vendors with high-quality works of art, fashions, home accessories and novelty products hand-crafted by designers and artisans. This juried show will include a selection of novel items ranging in price from very affordable, to custom designs and one-of-a-kind creations for the special people in your life.
The Artisan Collection - Video monitors throughout main exhibit hall and the Bonjour Boutique(tm) Spa area will feature vendors selected for The Artisan Gallery Collection. Products and services created by these artisans will be showcased in the DIY presentations and other faire activities.
Bonjour Boutique™ Spa – Treat yourself to a massage or schedule a makeover consultation in this personal services hub. A select roster of vendors await your arrival to pamper you with organic and specialty products and services. Take a seat for a mini-seminar on health and beauty tips to care for your hair, skin and nails. Enter a drawing for a complete makeover!
Healthy Living Pavilion – Join other shoppers on the covered patio outside the Main Exhibit Hall. Participate or watch a free session of a lesson in yoga, qigong and other natural exercises.
Do It Yourself (DIY) Demonstrations – Master crafters present “how to” demonstrations across a range of genres and materials. Interested in stained glass, beading and jewelry-making, pattern-making or other crafts? A schedule with times and presentations will be available on the website October 1st.
Authors Corner – Local Southern CA authors will be there to talk about and sell their books.
Food – Santa Anita chefs are preparing a food court menu that includes delectable delights, healthy selections and traditional American favorites.
For more Information, apply as a Vendor or purchase VIP Tickets
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