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Christmas Made in the South – Jacksonville, Florida

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Get your creative juices flowing for this holiday season. You can get lots of great ideas about arts and crafts project, and maybe even get an early start on your gift shopping.

Christmas in the South takes place at Prime Osborn Convention Center in Jacksonville, Florida on November 28th, 29th and 30th. Bring the whole family. Lots of artisans, and crafts demonstrations, great food and lots of things to see and do.
Fri. 9-6 – Sat. 10-6 – Sun. 11-5
Adults – $ 6.00 – Children 12 & Under – Free
One Admission Good for All 3 Days with hand stamp!

For more information visit www.carolinashows.com

Christmas Made in the South – Charleston, SC

Christmas Made in the South – Savannah, GA

Christmas Made in the South – Charleston,SC

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16th Annual Christmas Made In The South – Ladson Fairgrounds
Christmas time is almost here, and there is no better way to get ready for the holiday season than to stroll the aisles for treasures at this years 16th annual Christmas Made in the South on December 5-7 at Ladson Fairgrounds!

Christmas Made in the South is an event unlike no other. Amazing craftspeople, outstanding art, unique gourmet food, and diverse entertainment to wet and satisfy every demanding appetite. Handmade, one-of-a-kind designs populate the booths that fill the festival. From leather and silk wearables to fabric bags, from dichroic glass jewelry to close-up photography of nature’s funniest and fiercest creatures.

As festival-goers mingle amid the hundreds of exhibitors, entertainment abounds. Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople alive. One of the ways Carolina Shows, Inc. accomplishes this objective is by requiring the exhibitor to be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted work.

Fri. 10-6 – Sat. 10-6 – Sun. 11-5
Adults – $ 6.00 – Children 12 & Under – Free
One Admission Good for All 3 Days with hand stamp! Click here for directions
www.Carolinashows.com or call Carolina Shows, Inc. at 704-847-9480.
Click here for a printable coupon for $1.00 on admission.
12/05/2008 – 12/07/2008
www.carolinashows.com

The French Quarter Art Walk – Charleston, SC

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Discover why Charleston is ranked as one of the top ten art destinations in the United States.

Approximately 40 galleries in the French Quarter are open from 5-8, many serve wine and food and many also feature special guest artists and exhibits, live music, etc. Stroll the French Quarter and enjoy the huge variety of paintings, sculpture, prints, glass and other art forms.

For details contact the Charles II Art Gallery at 843-577-7101.
12/05/2008

For more information, please call 843-577-7101 or visit www.frenchquarterarts.com

Summerville Candlelight Christmas Tour of Homes

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The sights, sounds, & spirit of Christmas will be on display in six homes in Tea Farm. Wreath & bow making demonstrations, refreshments, & live seasonal music. Tickets will be sold in advance in the Summerville area at Guerin’s Pharmacy, Marigold’s, Sarah’s View, Interiors by Zanell, & Ace Hardware on Trolley Road, & at each home on the tour on 12/07. Tour held, rain or shine.
More information:email flowertown1207@bellsouth.net
or call 843-873-5576
Sunday, December 7, 2008 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Tickets: $25 per person

The Tybee Christmas Parade – Tybee Island, GA

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Fun, family Christmas themed parade featuring Santa Claus and other unique participants. Parade begins at Tybrisa Street at 3:00 p.m. and ends at Memorial Park. Children’s Christmas party immediately following.
December 13th, 2008 at 3:00 pm in Memorial Park, Tybee Island