EUROPEAN MARKET | Chesterton

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through October at 220 Broadway. Visit an outdoor market featuring cheese, sausage, artisan breads, local wines, bakery goods, farm fresh produce, personal-care products, jewelry, clothing, accessories, pottery, pet boutique and international foods. Free admission.

FYI: (219) 926-5513 or www.chestertonseuropeanmarket.com

FARMERS MARKET | Valparaiso

The Valparaiso Farmers Market new "home" is in the city parking lot located on the corner of Indiana and Lafayette Streets, next door to Greek's Pizzeria. The market will be open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through October. New this season will be fresh Pierogi from Nina's Fresh Pierogi.

FYI: (219) 464-8332

FARMERS MARKET | Flossmoor

The Flossmoor farmers market is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 26 behind the new library at 1000 Sterling Ave. Featured items are Illinois and Michigan grown fruits and vegetables, flowers and plants, fresh Labriola breads and pastries, honey, all natural skin care products, Homemade Gourmet and a wide selection of olives, giardiniera and oils. They are still accepting vendors.

FYI: (708) 798-3600, ext. 206, or (219) 865-0194

FARMERS MARKET | Schererville

The town of Schererville will host an international market from 3 to 8 p.m. every other Thursday, through Oct. 25, in the south parking lot at Redar Park, weather permitting. Plants as well as fresh produce from area farms and craft items will be sold. In addition, international food will be sold and local entertainment will be provided.

FYI: (219) 322-2211, ext. 306 or ext. 326

FARMERS MARKET | Whiting

Farm-fresh produce is available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through Oct. 13 on 119th Street in front of City Hall. Find Indiana-grown fruits and vegetables. Aunt Josie's sells homemade Amish goods such as apple and pear butter, jams and jellies, homemade noodles, honey, bee pollen, maple syrup, Amish church butter and homemade toys, tote bags and crafts.

FYI: (219) 384-7147

FARMERS MARKET | Chesterton, Furnessville

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the Schoolhouse Shop, 278 E. 1500 North, featuring plants, seasonal fruit and veggies, some organic and better crafts. Located on the west side of the Schoolhouse Shop.

FYI: (219) 926-1551 or Schoolhouseshop.com

FARMERS MARKET | Griffith

A farmers market is open from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Griffith Izaak Walton League of America, 1532 E. Main St. Vendors include coffee, honey, flowers, meats and others. More vendors are welcome. Booths are offered free although donations are accepted. Setup time is 3 p.m. The farmers market will continue until the end of the growing season.

FYI: (219) 808-8442

FARMERS MARKET | Crown Point

Crown Point Farmers' Market will be open for the season 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October on South Main Street between Hack Court and Walnut. This season's vendors will be selling fresh produce, organic herbs and produce, farm fresh certified eggs, doggie treats, aromatic coffee, landscaping and garden material, baked goods, Tastefully Simple, soy gourmet bath products, candles and other unique items. Art Handley and Friends will be playing live music. Sanctioned as a Farmers' Market Nutrition Program through the Indiana State Department of Health's WIC program, the market is seeking WIC participating growers. Call Jennifer Bzdil or e-mail jbzdil@crownpoint.in.gov for an application packet.

FYI: (219) 662-3290

FARMERS MARKET | Thornton

The Village of Thornton farmers market and craft show will take place from noon to 7 p.m. every Wednesday, June 13 to Oct. 3, at the corner of Hubbard and Margaret streets. They are still accepting applications from farmers and crafters.

FYI: (708) 877-4454

FARMERS MARKET | Crete

Crete European Market is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays, through Oct. 20, at Main and Exchange streets. The outdoor market specializes in fresh and gourmet breads, foods and flowers.

FYI: (708) 672-0729

FARMERS MARKET | Homewood

Black Farmers Market is held from 11 a.m. to dusk Fridays and Saturdays, through Oct. 1, at Chicago Park Hotel parking lot area, 17040 Halsted St.

FYI: (708) 596-6040

arts and crafts

CRAFT VENDORS WANTED | Munster

Crafters and vendors are needed for the Arts and Crafts show at Calvary Community Church from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at 9900 Columbia Ave. Cost is $25 for a 15-foot by 15-foot space. Applications are available at mummydeals.blogspot.com.

FYI: (219) 923-6092

CRAFTERS WANTED | Lansing

Crafters and vendors are wanted for the Harvest Arts and Crafts show taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 11 at Luther East High School, 2750 Glenwood-Lansing Road.

FYI: (708) 895-8441

ARTS AND CRAFTS | Dyer

Dyer Parks and Recreation is seeking crafters for our 7th Annual Holiday Shopping Spree and Craft Show on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kahler Middle School. The cost to participate in the show is $35 for an 8

FYI: (219) 865-2505 or parks@townofdyer.com

FALL FROLIC VENDOR FAIR | St. John

American Business Women's Association Indinois Chapter from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the St. John Township Community Center is looking for vendors, crafters, home party consultants. Booths are available.

FYI: (219) 769-2927 or (219) 365-9274

VENDORS NEEDED | Munster

To provide free promotional items at the Cancer Resource Centre's 5th annual "Romp & Roll" family-style Walk/Fun Run on Oct. 5. A $100 donation/fee is required. More than 1,200 walkers and runners will be part of the event from noon to 3 p.m. at the Munster High School Football Area. Space is limited. For more information about "Vendor Alley," please call the Cancer Resource Centre.

FYI: (219) 836-3349 or cancerresourcecentre.com

ARTS AND CRAFTS | Valparaiso

Holidaze art's and craft show. Applications are now being accepted. The show will be held at the Porter county expo center on Nov 22 and 23. Spaces are $100 corner are $125.

FYI: (219) 464-9918

CRAFTERS AND VENDORS NEEDED | Merrillville

Lake County Public Library, 1919 West 81st Ave. (US 30), is currently seeking vendors for an event called "Made in America: Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair" from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Dec. 3. Interested vendors are encouraged to contact the library or webmastr@lakeco.lib.in.us for details. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of Lake County Public Library.

FYI: (219) 769-3541, ext. 335

CRAFTERS NEEDED | Hobart

The Kids 1st Preschool is sponsoring a fall craft fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 25 at First United Methodist Church, 654 E. Fourth St. They are seeking crafters for the fair. The cost of a booth space is $25 for a 8 by 10-foot space. Admission is free. There will be great gifts-door prizes-Concession. For more information contact the church.

FYI: (219) 942-1601

ARTS AND CRAFTS | Highland

Highland Parks and Recreation Department's 2008 arts and craft show with vendor fair is set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 5 at Lincoln Center, 2450 Lincoln St. Handmade items as well as products from direct sales will be available. Applications are available at highland.in.gov/parks. Afterward, spaces will be released to new vendors. The cost is $50 for 10-by-10 center space/show or $75 for wall space/show. Not all spaces are guaranteed electricity. Vendors must participate for both days for the full duration of the show. The winter show is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 29 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 30. Returning arts and crafts vendors must register with payment for the winter show by Oct. 30 or the space will be given to another vendor. New vendors may sign up after Oct. 30.

FYI: (219) 838-0114

CRAFTERS NEEDED | Chicago Heights

Cafters needed for Marian Catholic High School Band Parents Association 's 28th Annual Oktoberfest Show and Sale, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct 5 at 700 Ashland Ave.

FYI: (708) 429-7224 or mdunajeski@sbcglobal.net

HARVEST OF CRAFTS | Griffith

The St. Mary Home & School Association from St. Mary School in Griffith is looking for quality crafters for its annual Harvest of Crafts fair Oct. 11 and 12 at St. Mary-Hildebrandt Hall, 525 N. Lafayette, St. All proceeds benefit St. Mary School. Applications are available by phone.

FYI: (219) 923-5735

FALL FESTIVAL | Winfield

Crafters, vendors and flea marketers are welcome to participate in the Church of the Four Seasons Methodist's Fall Festival on Oct. 18. The church is located at 9100 E. 109th Ave., across from Lakes of the Four Seasons community. Call for booth rental information.

FYI: (219) 226-0369 or (219) 713-3610

ANNUAL SHOW | Highland

GFWC Highland Woman's Club is seeking crafters for its annual craft show Nov. 1 and 2 at Highland High School. Call Bev for an application.

FYI: (219) 924-0537