It's time for craft fairs

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Sure, you've still got pumpkins on your porch and fall leaves to rake. But make no mistake, the holidays are coming.

In fact, in many ways, the holidays are here. We're in the midst of a weekend of holiday craft fairs, boutiques and bazaars as you read this. All over the region today and Sunday, artisans will woo you with their holiday wares.

Here's a list of some of the boutiques and bazaars set now and beyond for yuletide 2008. Oh, and if you didn't get information on your sale to us in time for this list, fear not: We'll run down all matter of festive events

Nov. 21 in our Scene Holiday Calendar. Send information by Monday to scene@modbee.com for inclusion in those listings.

Winter Bazaar -- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Central General Baptist Church, 944 N. Central Ave., Ceres. Homemade candles, baked goods, crafts, etc. Food available. 526-9950.

Holiday Crafters Sale -- Handmade crafts and raffle. Food and refreshments available for purchase. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. today. Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Lane. Free. 825-2301.

Christmas in the Country -- Arts and crafts by 12 artisans. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today; 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Sunday. 668 N. Blossom Road, Waterford. Free. 874-1463

Jo's Boutique -- Unique and distinctive gifts for home and garden. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. today; noon-4 p.m. Sunday; 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Nov. 15, 22, 29 and Dec. 6, 13, 20. 5380 Berkeley, Hughson. Free. 664-0358.

Holiday Craft Faire and Bake Sale -- Handmade items, prizes, refreshments available. Presented by the Young Ladies Institute Christi 140. Proceeds from the bake sale benefit Stella Cunha Scholarship Fund. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. today; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. St. Mary's Church Parish Center, Oak and Olive streets, Oakdale. Free. 847-2715.

Home, Holiday & Gifts:The Ultimate Craft Show -- Handcrafted furniture, quilts, jewelry, arts, iron work and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today; 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday. Stanislaus County Fairground, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock. $5. 248-634-4158. www.countryfolkart.com.

Holiday Bazaar -- Handmade crafts and more. Lunch available for purchase from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Craft fair 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today. Riverbank United Methodist Church, Atchison and Third Streets, Riverbank. Free. 869-2252.

Coralwood Craft Fair -- Food, homemade crafts and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today. Coralwood Mobile Home Park, 331 Coralwood Road. Modesto. Free. 526-5341.

Winter Church Bazaar -- 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today. Central General Baptist Church, 944 N. Central Ave., Ceres. 526-9950.

Volunteer Auxiliary Holiday Faire & Bake Sale -- Nov. 13- 14: Presented by The Volunteer Auxiliary of Emanuel Medical Center. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Emanuel Medical Center, 825 Delbon, Turlock. 664-5190.

Crafts Fair -- Nov. 15: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Ashwood Village Clubhouse, 2800 W. Rumble Road, Modesto. Free. 521-4532.

Holiday Boutique -- Nov. 15: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hilmar Country Club Estates, 19667 American Ave. Christmas décor and gift items from 14 crafters. Snack bar with breakfast and lunch items. 668-1529.

Holiday Open House -- Nov. 15: Arts, crafts and more. California State University, Stanislaus, 1 University Circle, Turlock. 667-3913. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

MRPS Holiday Boutique -- Nov. 15-16: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 16. MRPS Hall, 133 N. Grant St., Manteca. 471-6777.

O Holy Night: Holiday Luncheon and Craft Faire -- Nov. 19: Crafts, food and raffle. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Anthony's Catholic Church. 323 N. Fremont St., Manteca. $8-$10. 823-4513.

Home for the Holidays -- Nov. 22: Holiday boutique, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., free; and Apple Orchard Brunch, 9 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. $12 adults, $7 ages 4-12. First United Methodist Church, 850 16th St., Modesto. 522-8270 or 522-9046.

Hometown Crafters Holiday Faire and Craft Boutique -- Nov. 28-29: Sonora Opera Hall, 250 S. Washington St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 532-7252.

Art for Giving Holiday Art and Fine Crafts Show and Sale -- Nov. 28-Dec. 24: Turlock City Arts Commission offers handcrafted items available for viewing and sale. 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. weekdays. Community Gallery at Rex Klein Insurance, 132 S. Center St., Turlock. 668-5599.

Cowboy Christmas Gift and Craft Show -- Nov. 29: Oakdale Cowboy Museum features Western art, furniture, jewelry, apparel and more. Cowboy Santa arrives on horseback at 11 a.m. for pictures until 3 p.m. Show 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Gene Bianchi Community Center, Oakdale. 847-7049.

Hand Born Modern Craft Bazaar -- Nov. 29: Showcases independent designers, artisans and alternative crafters. Live music, DJs and traveling fashion show moving from location to location. 6-11 p.m. Rage Hair Studio, 1211 J St., Queen Mab's, 1303 J St., Bang Bang Hair Studio, 1526 J St., Concetta, 1205 J St., Deva's Cafe, 1202 J St., Modesto. www.handborn.com.

Holiday Craft Faire -- Dec. 6: Tenth Street Plaza, downtown Modesto. Noon-8 p.m. 526-5588.

Christmas Craft Boutique and Bake Sale -- Dec. 6: Handcrafted and Christmas items, ornaments, decorations, baked goods, more. Light brunch. 8 a.m.-noon. Free; proceeds benefit Bethany Christian Services. Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church, Wilma and Second streets, Ripon