Sugarloaf Crafts Festival November 14, 2008

More than 250 of the nation’s most accomplished fine artists and craft designers will present their handcrafted works at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, Friday, November 14 through Sunday, November 16, 2008 at the Connecticut Expo Center in Hartford.

The jury-selected artisans at the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival will display and sell their unique creations in functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture and home accessories, items for the garden, and photography.

In addition to meeting the artisans producing the one-of-a kind items, visitors to the Festival will see live demonstrations by professional craftspeople working in metal, stone, and ceramics, and will enjoy live music, including piano standards and music native to Bolivia’s Andes Mountains. A special children’s area will feature interactive fairy tales by costumed storytellers. Specialty gourmet foods are available for sampling and purchase, along with a variety of concessions.

Hours for the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Hartford are: Friday, November 14 -- 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, November 15 --10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sunday, November 16 -- 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Adult admission to the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival is $7 through online purchase, $8 for adults at the door, free for children under 12. Admission is good for all three days. Free parking is available.

For more information about the Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, directions, or to purchase discount admission tickets visit www.SugarloafCrafts.com or call (800) 210-9900.

Official Website: http://sugarloafcrafts.com/festivals/hartford/fall/index.html