Articles for tag: Blacksmithing, Homemade Toys, Shelby County

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Five Craft Festivals to Attend in West Tennessee This Fall

It happens every year. Cool breezes chase out summer’s heat waves, green leaves transform into a myriad of glorious autumn colors, and I like many others in West Tennessee, eagerly make plans to attend the many fall craft festivals. If you are from around here, you probably don’t have to be told which towns showcase ...

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Renaissance Fairs in Florida July Through December

Is it nigh impossible to remember when you last visited a renaissance fair? Then it’s time to plan for raucous medieval fun with piratical flavor! There are several fairs to attend in Florida in the later months of the year. Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire – Located approximately 35 miles northwest of Orlando in ...

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Renaissance Fairs in Virginia

Noble lords and ladies, harken to my words for what I speak is true. Renaissance fairs are fine medieval fun for all ages. And there are several to attend in Virginia. Virginia Renaissance Faire – Located approximately 50 miles north of Richmond in Spotsylvania, Virginia. This fair will be held weekends May 19th – June ...

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Renaissance Fairs in California During July and August

Noble lords and ladies, listen as I spin a tale of high medieval adventure! Exquisite crafts, sensational swordsmanship, delectable foods and beverages, and more await you at renaissance fairs. And there are a number to attend in California during July and August. Central Coast Renaissance Festival – Located approximately 140 miles west of Bakersfield in ...

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Renaissance Fairs in Indiana and Kentucky

Come, all ye rouges and maidens, to a medieval celebration! Renaissance fairs provide fine adventures for all ages! And there are a number to attend in Indiana and Kentucky. Bloomington Renaissance Faire – Located approximately 53 miles south of Indianapolis in Bloomington, Indiana. This fair will be held one Saturday in mid-April 2008, date to ...

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Renaissance Fairs in Canada

Come, all ye rouges and maidens, to a medieval celebration! Renaissance fairs provide great fun and adventure in times long past! And there are several to attend in Canada. Gregors Crossing Medieval Faire – Located in Chatham, Ontario. This fair will be held June 1st – 3rd from 3:00 pm – 12:00 pm on Friday, ...

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Late Summer and Fall Festivals Around Missouri and Illinois

It’s been a long, hot, and very dry summer in St. Louis. Of course, every summer is long, hot, and dry here. But now at least we know in our hearts, if not by our body temperatures, that fall is just a few short weeks away. The first sign of hope for some harried parents ...

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Renaissance Fairs in Michigan July Through October

Knights and rouges, maidens and wenches; harken to my words for what I say is true. Renaissance fairs are fine medieval fun for all ages. And there are several to attend in Michigan July through October. Silver Leaf Renaissance Faire – Located approximately 57 miles southwest of Lansing in Battle Creek, Michigan. This fair will ...

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August Fairs and Festivals in Michigan

Looking for something to do this August? If you’re in Michigan, check out one of these fine festivals or events. The Nautical Mile Festival will be held in Rogers City this August 4th through 9th. They’ll have an antique car show, fireworks, a fishing contest for kids, as well as carnival rides and lots to ...

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The Colonial Blacksmith: The Most Important Man in the Village

During colonial times, the Industrial Revolution of England had not made is way to the shores of North America. While some goods were imported from English factories to some of the colonies, much of what the colonists used needed to be made by hand. These craftsmen made tools, wheels, glass, furniture and more. Master craftspeople ...