Upcoming events.

If you would like to see our work in person, select a unique and delightful gift for someone special, or talk to us about a custom order for your home, stop in at one of the events we’re honored to participate in.

Our event calendar is updated regularly, and some events may be listed as [tentative] as we await results of jurying processes.


Wapping Community Church Craft Fair
Nov
11

Wapping Community Church Craft Fair

DawnGreeter Designs is thrilled to be returning to the Wapping Community Church Fall Craft Fair again, and we hope to see you there. In addition to a selection of quality crafters and artisans, you’ll be able to obtain a legendary Wapping Baked Potato for lunch! Stop by to see us!

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Crafters Care Craft Fair
Oct
14

Crafters Care Craft Fair

Our annual return to Doody's field ... Crafters Care Events brings over 50 handmade artisans for an early start to your holiday shopping! This event benefits The Food Pantry of North Branford.... raffle baskets will be offered from every vendor along with tons of donated gifts and baskets from local businesses and residents!
Parking is free ... walk the field, get some great items and then stop by the FAMOUS Doody's Tavern for lunch and drinks!

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smART Fest - Branford
Sep
30

smART Fest - Branford

We were rained out in 2022, but our incredible artisans are BACK and looking forward to this annual fall fair. All of the booth fees are donated, IN FULL, to Wreaths Across America! Come do your holiday shopping early with 50+ unique Connecticut artists and crafters.

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Parmelee Farm Artisan Market
Sep
9

Parmelee Farm Artisan Market

The Artisan Market at Parmelee Farm is a collaborative volunteer effort to create an enjoyable day for the community and provide talented artisans a venue to display and sell their craft. All vendor fees are applied to maintenance and ongoing projects at the farm. Our market is a family friendly environment, and canine companions are welcome if kept on leash and in owner’s full control.

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Made in Connecticut Expo
Aug
12

Made in Connecticut Expo

Bringing over 300 amazing booths all from right here in Connecticut in every category imaginable. Food companies, drink companies, handcrafted products, manufacturers, apparel and fashion designers, artists and artisans, farm producers, local authors doing book signings, health and beauty product companies, pet companies, top local gourmet food trucks, furniture makers, upcyclers and so much more!!!
Please come and support local businesses and new entrepreneurs large and small producing goods, creating jobs and supporting the local economy right here at home.

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Womens Craft Celebration at The Pond House
Nov
20

Womens Craft Celebration at The Pond House

UPDATE: Regrettably, due to illness, DawnGreeter Designs will be unable to attend this event. However, please do consider going to support women artists if you can.
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20 award winning Connecticut women artisans will display and sell their work, at the Annual Fall Celebration of Women’s Crafts on Sunday, Nov.20th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will be held at the Pond House Café, located in Elizabeth Park, 1555 Asylum Avenue entrance, in West Hartford.

This show, with both Spring and Fall events, is now celebrating its 25th year. The venue has become a highly anticipated showcase for browsing and purchasing a broad array of handcrafted gift items for family and friends. Set on the grounds of the inspiring Elizabeth Park, the Pond House Brunch, coupled with a tour of the Artists and their work, provide for a perfect day out!

All artists will be present to meet shoppers and discuss their work. Among the artisans’ creative renderings presented for sale will be pottery, clothing, jewelry, artwork, soap,  photography and more.

Admission is free. As has become a traditional feature of this show, a gift raffle will also be held, featuring hand-crafted items from the participating artists and a Pond House gift card, with the ticket proceeds donated to Foodshare.

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Coginchaug POPS 45th Annual Craft Fair
Nov
5

Coginchaug POPS 45th Annual Craft Fair

The Coginchaug Regional High School Music Department will be the beneficiary of the 45th Annual Holiday Craft Fair sponsored by the Parents of Performers. With the unique wares of a curated group of artists and crafters arrayed before you, you will not be disappointed. DawnGreeter Designs is excited to be part of this amazing event, an we hope to see you there, too!

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smART FEST
Oct
1

smART FEST

*** CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER ***
Regrettably, the remnants of Hurricane Ian will be hitting Connecticut on Saturday, and out of an abundance of caution and concern for both artists and patrons, the organizers have made the difficult decision to cancel. We’ll be back in 2023 and hope you’ll join us!
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DawnGreeter Designs is thrilled to be one of 40 hand-selected artisans that you can browse at Branford’s smART FEST on October 1st. This event directly benefits Wreaths Across America and the Branford Cemeteries. Come get an early start on your holiday shopping while helping to support a fantastic organization.

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Crafters Care - An Event That Stocks The Food Pantry of North Branford
Sep
24

Crafters Care - An Event That Stocks The Food Pantry of North Branford

DawnGreeter Designs is excited to join a juried group of hand crafters for the second annual Crafters Care Events - An Event That Stocks The Food Pantry of North Branford. Come see us at Doody’s Totoket Inn in North Branford and help us stock the North Branford Food Pantry while you shop a curated selection of artisans, crafters and artists.

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Trumbull Arts Festival
Sep
18

Trumbull Arts Festival

DawnGreeter Designs is thrilled to be participating in the 2022 Trumbull Arts Festival on September 18th.

The Town of Trumbull hosts the Trumbull Arts Festival in September on the historic Town Hall Green, situated in the center of the Town. The Festival is an event featuring fine artists and crafters, community booths, and food trucks. The festival is enhanced by quality entertainment throughout the day as well as a children’s creative center.  There is no admission charge for the event or the exhibitor area. Event takes place outdoors, rain or shine.

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Parmelee Farm Artisan Market
Sep
10

Parmelee Farm Artisan Market

The Artisan Market at Parmelee Farm is a collaborative volunteer effort to create an enjoyable day for the community and provide talented artisans a venue to display and sell their craft. All fees are applied to maintenance and ongoing projects at the farm. The market is a family friendly environment, and canine companions are welcome if kept on leash and in owner’s full control. DawnGreeter Designs is proud to be a supporter of Parmelee Farm’s Artisan Market, and we’d love to see you at this event.

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South Windsor Strawberry Festival
Jun
11

South Windsor Strawberry Festival

DawnGreeter Designs is thrilled to be participating in this long-running event! South Windsor’s Strawberry Festival started 40 years ago at the Berry Patch farm. It has become the single most attended event in town, and for good reason. Admission is free, parking is free and many of the activities for the kids are free. Come by to see all the amazing vendors and don’t forget to partake in the Festival’s signature dish, strawberry shortcake!

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Windsor Lions Club Spring Craft Fair
May
7

Windsor Lions Club Spring Craft Fair

***UPDATE 5/6/22: Due to the forecast inclement weather (rain & wind), we will not be at this event.***

DawnGreeter Designs hopes you’ll join us and a host of amazing artists and craftsmen at the annual Windsor Lions Club Spring Craft Fair. Located on the green in front of the Town Hall at 275 Broad Street, you can shop for Mother’s Day (or yourself!) from 10am until 4pm.

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It's Spring Bazaar
Apr
30

It's Spring Bazaar

DawnGreeter Designs will be offering our original nature photography on prints (matted or framed), note cards, magnets and 2022 calendars at the St Jeanne Jugan Parish / Holy Family Church It’s Spring! Bazaar. Come down to see what we, and all the other amazing artisans, have available. Find the perfect gift for that special Mom, Grandma, Auntie or anyone else in your life in plenty of time for Mother’s Day!

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Through Her Eyes - Gallery Exhibit
Mar
5
to Mar 31

Through Her Eyes - Gallery Exhibit

DawnGreeter Designs is honored to be participating in Gallery 53’s exhibit “Through Her Eyes”, featuring the photography of female artists in Connecticut. This exhibit will be viewable in person during gallery hours, and online through the month of March. Exhibit opens on March 5th, with a reception from 12-1:30pm.

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