For new readers, I’ll take a moment to explain that this is a weekly post rounding up local artsy crafty events to attend. And since spring brings the beginning of garage sale season, I’ll also take liberty to include some great rummage sales and antique markets.

I publish this list every Tuesday, unless of course there are no events to report. Attending a Homemade Happening is an excellent way to connect with like-minded crafty souls and/or support our local artisans. If you don’t make it yourself, buy handmade!

The full address for each event can be found by clicking on the blue hyperlinks to Mapquest where you can also input your home address and get directions. If I’ve missed something or made an error, please post a comment for all to see. If you are planning an event that you’d like me to include in this list, email the details to jen@stitchsimple.com.

Summer Craft & Gift Market at Hopkins Pavilion (Hopkins, MN)
Tomorrow marks the first of these weekly markets combining arts, crafts, food and outdoor entertainment. They’ll run every Wednesday through August 19th (I’ll keep them on the list until they’re over).
Dates/Hours: Wed 6/3 4PM-8PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for a map and directions

Edina Art Fair (Edina, MN)
Dates/Hours: Fri 6/5 10AM-7PM; Sat 6/6 10AM-7PM; Sun 6/7 10AM-7PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for details
Click here for a map and directions

Art Along the Willow at Willow River State Park (Hudson, WI)
Fine arts and crafts fair, storytelling, children’s craft area, silent auction and train rides!
Dates/Hours: Sun 6/7 10AM-4PM
Entrance Fee: None. Park sticker is also not required (for this event only). Exhibitor fees will support environmental education.
Click here for a map and directions

Arts and Antiques in the Garden at J.R. Cummins Homestead (Eden Prairie, MN)
Featuring arts, crafts and antiques vendors.
Dates/Hours: Sat 6/6 10AM-5PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for a map and directions

Minnesota Antique Dealers Association Show & Sale at the State Fair Grounds (St. Paul, MN)
Dates/Hours: Sat 6/6 10AM-7PM; Sun 6/7 11AM-4PM
Entrance Fee: $6, Free Parking
Click here for a map and directions (it’s in the Fine Arts Building)

Red Hot Art Festival in Stevens Square Park (Minneapolis, MN)
100+ local art vendors, art-making workshops and live music.
Dates/Hours: Sat 6/6 11AM-7PM; Sun 6/7 11AM-5PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for details
Click here for a map and directions

St. Anthony Park Arts Festival (St. Paul, MN)
Dates/Hours: Sat 6/6 9:30AM-5:30PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for a map and directions (it’s on Como Ave. from Carter to Luther)

Summer Arts, Craft & Gift Sale outside the Eagan Community Center (Eagan, MN)
Dates/Hours: Sat 6/6 9AM-5PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for a map and directions

Buffalo Jaycees Home & Craft Show at the Buffalo Civic Center (Buffalo, MN)
Dates/Hours: Sun 6/7 9AM-3PM
Entrance Fee: None
Click here for a map and directions

Grand Old Day 2009 (St. Paul, MN)
Music, food, arts, crafts, parades- there’s a little something for everyone at this popular Twin Cities annual event. Click here for the schedule.

Dates/Hours: Sun 6/7 7:45AM-5PM
Entrance Fee: None, although wristbands for the Live Music & Festivals Gardens are $6/each. They’re also springing for transportation- click here to download a free light rail/bus pass good from 7AM-6PM.

Click here for details
Click here for a map and directions (this will take you to Grand and Cretin, where there’s reportedly free ramp parking).