For those who want to see what local crafters have been up too, this weekend is the time, and here are the details:
GO WEST! Craft Fest features over 50 of the Philly region's most inventive vendors of original arts & crafts, plus live music, food and family-friendly fun. It's all at the Woodlands in West Philly, 40th & Woodland (across from the main trolley portal) on Saturday, September 29 (rain date September 30).

Find a multitude of local wares handmade with care: original artworks, cards, prints, hand-constructed and upcycled clothing, screenprinted tees, ceramics, home goods, jewelry, accessories, cozy knitwear, n
atural bath & body products, candles, toys, edibles and more.

There's live entertainment too! Four amazing acts will perform for your diversion.

Noon: Perseverance Jazz Band, swinging NOLA-style standards
1pm: the Citywide Specials, authentic bluegrass that's finger-pickin' good
2pm: Jay Sand, "All Around This World" engaging world music for kids and their families
3pm: Tinycircus, aerial flights of fancy presented by Tangle Movement Arts

There's also a handful of food vendors for your physical nourishment (more details TBA) including Black Orchid's vegan specialties and West Philly's own award-winning Lil' Pop Shop for dessert!


More information, including a list of vendors and a slideshow of last April's Fest can be found at gowestcraftfest.com.