BUTLER — Suzi Skoglund didn’t have the numbers at her fingertips. But she did have an inkling this year’s Prairie Peddler Festival will be one for the books. “We had a lot of people last weekend,” said Skoglund, the festival’s cofounder, on Saturday afternoon. She stood under a shade tree near the first of the […]
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Prairie Peddler Festival returns with crafts, live music & fall traditions
BUTLER — The Prairie Peddler Festival will return Sept. 27–28 and Oct. 4–5, bringing more than 220 artisans, nearly 25 food vendors and four stages of live entertainment to 3170 State Route 97. Surrounded by the scenic fall woods, the outdoor marketplace features everything from primitive décor and handmade gifts to kettle corn, horse-drawn wagon […]
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Fall into fun: Check out these can’t-miss Richland County craft shows & festivals
RICHLAND COUNTY — Golden leaves and pumpkin spice lattes may be the most obvious harbingers of fall, but don’t forget about the season’s craft shows. Whether you’re looking for rustic fall decor or getting an early start on your holiday shopping, there’s plenty of options in October. The final installment of the 2024 Bellville Street Mart […]
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GALLERY: 2024 Prairie Peddler kicks off in Butler
BUTLER — The annual Prairie Peddler Festival began Saturday at 3170 State Route 97 in Butler. This year’s event will feature more than 240 vendors selling decor, home goods, bath and body products, teas and spices, leather goods, jewelry, art, toys and more. The festival will also feature nearly 30 food vendors selling comfort food, barbecue […]
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Autumn begins: Butler hosts traditional Prairie Peddler festival next 2 weekends
BUTLER — Shoppers, start your engines: The holidays are less than 100 days away. If you like to start your gift-getting early, this weekend’s Prairie Peddler offers a great opportunity to find unique, handmade items. The popular festival returns to the woods of Butler on Sept. 28 and Sept 29. and continues Oct. 5 and 6, […]
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Bellville’s Hershner launches Aurora Wave jewelry business
MANSFIELD — Hershner said her goals for Aurora Wave are to spread positivity and be a hopeful example for people facing challenges.
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GALLERY: 2023 Prairie Peddler Festival opens in Butler
The Prairie Peddler Festival, nestled in the woods just outside of Butler, drew a large crowd Saturday as attendees browsed more than 200 craft and food vendors.