2024 Events Calendar

☼ December Markets + Events

Locally Crafted 3-Day Holiday Market

      Fri Dec 6th 2-6pm, Sat/Sun Dec 7th & 8th from 12-6
      Rio Storefront - TBA 
      Gaithersburg, MD 20878

​I'll be returning this year for Locally Crafted's 3-day indoor holiday market, featuring a hand-selected assortment of makers and artisans in the DMV area. There is something for everyone, from one-of-a-kind art, to jewelry, to wearable handmade goods (and treats)! 

Takoma Park Gift Market

      Friday Dec 13th, 5-9pm
      201 Ethan Allen Ave, 
      Takoma Park, MD

​Celebrate the holiday season under the stars and surrounded by holiday lights at the Takoma Park Gift Market – a curated guide to shopping small this holiday season. Enjoy a special evening with a variety of local and handmade gifts, delicious foods, and festive libations. Join us for dinner by the fire from food trucks or grab dinner on the block at Cielo Rojo, Seoul Food, Soko, Spring Mill Bread Co or Cheros Grill. Sip specialty drinks from local restaurants.

 


Vintage Christmas Market 

      Saturday December 14th, 2:00-6:00pm
      Wildberry Farm & Market
      1047 St Stephens Church Rd, Crownsville, MD 21032

Join Wildberry + small business partners for a Christmas Market on the farm!

 

 

 


2024 Event Archive

☼ February Markets 

The Makers Valley "Mead in Heaven" Event

      Friday February 9th, 5-8pm
      Clear Skies Meadery
      15201 Display Ct, Rockville, MD 20850    

This Valentines Day event features a variety of makers in addition to a cookie decorating/mead tasting event! You can come shop any time, or purchase tickets for the cookies and mead activities here.

Annmarie Sculpture Garden Makers Market

      Saturday, February 10, 9-2pm
      13470 Dowell Rd, Solomons MD 20688

Shop a curated selection of ethical makers and enjoy the garden at Annmarie! I'll have some new pieces as well as the classics and the Charm Bar.

 

 

☼ April Markets + Events

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Spring Chickens Art Show 

      Friday April 5th, 5-8pm
      Found Studio Shop
      4315 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214    

Like Chickens? Like supporting local artists? Join me at Found Studio Shop for a special Spring Chickens art show, featuring one of my newest pieces - the "Chicken//Egg" necklace. Made entirely by hand using copper metal clay on a recycled sterling chain and a copper toggle clasp.

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Art Blooms - URBN Market

      Saturday & Sunday April 6th+7th, 11-6pm
      Mosaic District
      2905 District Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031   

Join me at Mosaic for their Art Blooms Market celebrating the National Cherry Blossom Festival. I'll have new work from the Ephemeral Collection as well as the charm bar and some new Potomac pieces. This will be one of their biggest events with many excellent vendors!

Earth Day Festival - The Makers Valley 

      Saturday & Sunday April 20+21, 12-6pm
      Rockville Town Square
      200 East Middle Ln, Rockville, MD 20850   

I'm thrilled to be joining The Makers Valley again for this special Earth Day weekend event in Rockville. I'll have all available pieces and be debuting some new copper plant pieces at this ultra family-friendly event with many great activities and on-site workshops!  

Creative Spaces Pop-Up

      Saturday April 27th, 11-2pm
      Creative Spaces Boutique
      8995 Urbana Church Rd A, Frederick, MD 21704

A local favorite, I'll be joining Sunny Hess Pottery for a summer Pop-Up event. There'll be plants, pots, Potomac jewelry... and then some! Come join us for great vibes and the best of local artisans.

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Spring Market @ Black Ankle

      Sunday, April 28 11-6pm
      Black Ankle Vineyard
      14463 Black Ankle Road, Mt. Airy, MD 21771

A Springtime Sip & Shop event, featuring fantastic sustainable wine and a variety of local artisans. 

 

☼ May Markets + Events

Makers Valley Mother's Day Pop-Up

      Friday May 3rd, 12-8pm
      Downtown Crown Shopping Center
      Gaithersburg, MD    

I'll be popping up at Downtown Crown on Friday for the Makers Valley Mother's Day market. This fun event will be inside so you can shop out of the sun!

Locally Crafted Spring Market @ Rio Lakefront

      Saturday May 11th, 11-5pm
      Rio Lakefront
      9841 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878   

One of my favorite locations, Locally Crafted is having a spring market at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg, just before Mothers Day! Shop a variety of local artisans and makers and check out my new pieces and copper air plant hangers in person.

 

 

☼ June Markets + Events

The Frederick City Market 

      Sunday June 2nd, 9-1pm
      331 North Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

The Frederick City Market aims to serve the community with some of the freshest produce, foods, and most unique artisan products and services around. Everything is either farm grown, or handmade locally by our wonderful vendors. Located on Market Street in downtown Frederick between 3rd & 4th Street each Sunday from May through November; I'll be there for 4 select dates this season with my jewelry and copper planty goods.

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GAME OF SHROOMS!

      Saturday June 8th
      Secret Hidden location in Frederick!    

What's Game of Shrooms you ask?! Like an easter egg hunt for grown-ups, where artists from around the world participate by hiding a free piece(s) of art to be discovered by members in their community. More information and clues can be found on my instagram page/stories leading up to the event! Click here for a map of participating artists in your area.

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Frederick Festival for the Arts 

      Saturday & Sunday June 8-9th, 10-5pm
      Downtown Frederick 
      50 Carroll Creek Way in Frederick, MD    

The Frederick Festival of the Arts is a juried two-day fine arts festival along Carroll Creek Linear Park in Downtown Frederick! The event attracts thousands of visitors and features over 100 artists from across the country, beer & wine garden, food vendors, and artist demonstrations. I'm thrilled to be a part of this event this year and hope to see you there!

Summer Solstice Market

      Saturday June 22nd, 11:30-3:30pm
      Robinson Nature Center
      6692 Cedar Ln Columbia, MD 21044    

Meet local artisans and shop their handmade and sustainable wares at tables spaced out both inside and outside of the nature center. Admission is $3 and includes exploration of the nature center exhibits. Complimentary planetarium shows are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

 

*RESCHEDULED DATE!* Brunswick Spring Fest 

      Saturday June 29th, 10-5pm
      Downtown/Main Street - Brunswick
      1 West Potomac St., Brunswick, MD 21716    

Join me for Springfest in Brunswick to celebrate the arrival of Spring with various activities, entertainment, food vendors, arts & crafts and live music performances. Children’s activities include a petting zoo, inflatables, face painting, and more! 

 

 

☼ July Markets + Events

The Frederick City Market 

      Sunday July 7th, 9-1pm
      331 North Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

The Frederick City Market aims to serve the community with some of the freshest produce, foods, and most unique artisan products and services around. Everything is either farm grown, or handmade locally by our wonderful vendors. Located on Market Street in downtown Frederick between 3rd & 4th Street each Sunday from May through November; I'll be there for 4 select dates this season with my jewelry and copper planty goods.

Superflea Market 

      Saturday July 13th, 2-8pm
      Carroll Creek Park 
      Frederick, MD 21701

​I'm back at Frederick's Superflea Market with a fun, eclectic group of makers and vintage suppliers. Enjoy a stroll along the creek and grab some ice cream or pizza while you shop and support local businesses! 

Brews & Peruse @ Sapwood Cellars 

      Friday July 19th, 4-8pm
      8980 MD 108 Suite MNO  
      Columbia, MD 21045

​I'll be participating on Friday for this 3-day makers event at Sapwood Cellars - for their first local craft artisan event. There will be an intimate and curated selection of artists each day to peruse!

Locally Crafted Spring Market 

      Saturday July 20th, 10-4pm
      Downtown Silver Spring, MD   

Shop a variety of local artisans and makers at this well-curated pop up in Downtown Silver Spring.

 

 

☼ August Markets + Events


Frederick Night Market 

      Wednesday Aug 15, 5-8pm
      149 N. Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

​I'll be setting up for the late-summer Frederick Night Market in front of Alicia L Boutique downtown. 

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Frederick End of Summer Celebration

      Saturday Sept 31th, 11-5pm
      Carroll Creek Park, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

​Come celebrate the end of summer at Carroll Creek Park! There will be lots of crafts, food, and live music and is family-friendly. I'll also have the Awakening Glow collection to shop from in-person!

 

☼ September Markets + Events

The Frederick City Market 

      Sunday Sept 1st, 9-1pm
      331 North Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

The Frederick City Market aims to serve the community with some of the freshest produce, foods, and most unique artisan products and services around. Everything is either farm grown, or handmade locally by our wonderful vendors. Located on Market Street in downtown Frederick between 3rd & 4th Street each Sunday from May through November; I'll be there for 4 select dates this season with my jewelry and copper planty goods.

Unleash Hope - Charity Event @ Elder Pine Brewing

      Sunday Sept 8th, 12-5pm
      4200 Sundown Rd, 
      Gaithersburg, MD 

This special event sponsored by Laceleaf Pet Services features local makers, live music, and great food with 20% of all vendor sales being donated to the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Montgomery County (NAMI of MC). There will also be dog adoptions on site sponsored by Knine Rescue Inc! 

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Frederick - In The Streets! 

      Sunday Sept 14th, 11-5pm
      331 North Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

I’ll be in the artists block on Market St, in between 3rd and 4th streets!

​The In The Streets Festival invites attendees to explore historic downtown Frederick, while offering a sampling of the diverse food, entertainment, art, and non-profit resources that thrive in Frederick County.  I'm honored to be a part of this years event and will have my full inventory of jewelry and metal work available for this event. Hope you can make it!

Artsfest 2024 at Annmarie Sculpture Garden 

      Sat+Sun Sept 21-22, 11-5pm
      13470 Dowell Rd, 
      Solomons, MD 20688

Come see me on the wooded path at booth #36!

Unsurpassed beauty awaits you at Artsfest '24! Set amidst the spectacular backdrop of the 30 acre sculpture garden, Artsfest is truly a unique arts experience! Explore the excitement of the Tent Circle and the Arts Building, then wander the shady Wooded Path to find artists and activities nestled in the beautiful woods at Annmarie. It's an event like no other, waiting for you and your family in Solomons, Maryland.

Enjoy more than 170 artist booths, 40+ performers, activities for kids in the Discovery Tent, Studio School, and the Zany Zone, along with great food, wine & beer, and much more! Street performers, including bubble artists and musicians, will be found throughout the festival! It's a fabulous weekend of visual and performing arts set amidst the backdrop of beautiful Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland.
****Advance tickets are required - click here for more info and to purchase!

Art at the Point

      Saturday Sept 28, 10-5pm
      3700 Commerce St, 
      Point of Rocks, MD 21777

I'm returning for my second Art at the Point this September! This year's family-friendly event features live music, arts vendors, and special visits from the Frederick Keynotes mascot Keyote and Eddie the Pig! 

5 West Cafe Pop-Up

      Sunday Sept 29, 9:00-1:00pm
      5 West Main St, 
      New Market, MD 21774

This will be my first pop-up at 5 West Cafe in New Market! Come get caffeinated and try local baked goods (including gluten free and vegan) while you shop. A great way to round out the week and month of September. 

 

☼ October Markets + Events

Richmond VegFest 

      Saturday Oct 5th, 12-6pm
      Byrd Park 
      Richmond, VA 22321

​Looking forward to participating in my first Vegfest in Richmond! Celebrating and bringing together the best of Vegan food, resources, and goods in the DMV area.

Art at the Park Annapolis

      Sat+Sun Oct 12-13, 10-4pm
      600 Quiet Waters Park Rd, 
      Annapolis, MD 21403

Art @ the Park 2024 is the 34th annual arts festival located in the magnificent setting of Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis, MD. Featuring original artwork from exhibitors both locally and throughout the country. It includes musical performances, art demonstrations, activities, and specialty food. 

Admission $6 per car per day.

All proceeds from this event benefit activities and programs at Quiet Waters Park

Cuff Making Class for The Grounds of Livev

      Saturday Oct 19th, 2-4pm 
      Vienna, VA 22124

Click here to register for and read more about the class! 

I hope you'll join my first class where we'll explore the basics of cuff making with an emphasis on hand forming, stamping, and finishing metal jewelry. You'll learn to texture and design your own sterling silver cuff to include a phrase or intention of your choice. All materials and supplies will be provided and attendees will be given a list of resources and guides to take home. This is a great way to learn some basics and pick my brain, with little pressure and lots of fun!

The Frederick City Market 

      Sunday Oct 20th, 9-1pm
      331 North Market Street, 
      Frederick, MD 21701

The Frederick City Market aims to serve the community with some of the freshest produce, foods, and most unique artisan products and services around. Everything is either farm grown, or handmade locally by our wonderful vendors. Located on Market Street in downtown Frederick between 3rd & 4th Street each Sunday from May through November; this will be my last date here for the season! 

 

 

☼ November Markets + Events

Howard County Crafts Spectacular 

      Fri, Sat & Sun Nov 1st-3rd, 9-5pm (9-4 Sun)
      2210 Fairgrounds Rd 
      West Friendship, MD 21794

​This will be my first time joining the Crafts Spectacular, featuring over 350 makers and artisans. There will be activities for kids and is free for ages 10 and under. Check out their Facebook page for more information.

Locally Crafted Fall Market

      Saturday Nov 9th, 10-4pm
      Downtown Silver Spring, MD

Shop a variety of local artisans and makers at this well-curated pop up in Downtown Silver Spring.

 


The Holiday Market at the Family Room 

      Saturday Nov 16th, 10-3pm
      6820 OIney Laytonsville Road, 
      Laytonsville, MD 20882

​Local makers, artists, and growers will all be popping up in front of The Family Room for The Holiday Market, their last event of the year. Check out the cozy store inside and support your local artisans outside! 

Here Come the Holidays Artisan Art Market at the Arts Barn 

      Sunday Nov 17th, 10-4pm
      311 Kent Square Road, 
      Gaithersburg, MD 20878

​Join me at the Arts Barn in Gaithersburg for a curated shortlist of local makers and artisans! Stay a while to enjoy the local exhibits and additional gift shop.

Mistletoe at Midday Makers Mart

      Saturday Nov 23rd, 11:30-3:30pm
      Robinson Nature Center
      6692 Cedar Ln Columbia, MD 21044    

I'll be at an outside booth - more info coming soon!

Meet local artisans and shop their handmade and sustainable wares at tables spaced out both inside and outside of the nature center. Admission is $3 and includes exploration of the nature center exhibits. Complimentary planetarium shows are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Small Business Saturday

      Saturday Nov 30th, 9:00-1:00pm
      Wildberry Farm & Market
      1047 St Stephens Church Rd, Crownsville, MD 21032    

Join Wildberry + small business partners for a morning of shopping small on the farm!

 

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