30th Annual!
Salem’s Youth and Young Adult Director Shelli Streeper says this year’s event was a huge success and is overjoyed that a fundraiser that started 30 years ago to benefit youth ministry at Salem continues today!
All the vendor fees, sales from the bake sale, and proceeds from the cafe help Salem’s youth participate in mission trips and national youth conferences.
New this year was a raffle drawing for a chance to win one of three gift baskets. $685 was raised for the Salem youth ministry with this new endeavor!
Salem’s Arts and Crafts Fair Organizer Mary Jacobson reflected on the day saying, “What started with a handful of artists and crafters in the gym has grown to be an annual event that Salem’s church community and the community at large love!”
She says one of the things that makes Salem’s event so unique is the positive feeling that permeates the day.
“There are so many hugs, smiles, and warm greetings throughout the day that you might think you were at a family reunion,” says Mary.
Plans are underway for the 31st Salem Arts & Crafts Fair! Mark your calendar now for Saturday, November 7, 2026!
Picture Highlights
Bake Sale
Volunteers take a moment to smile for the camera in between customers.
Lots of Goodies for Sale!
This year approximately $1,500 was raised from the bake sale! Everyone loves to buy Swedish cakes, pumpkin rolls, and delicious baked goods!
The Café was Hopping!
The Café rounds out the craft fair by providing hearty lunch options from croissant sandwiches to chicken wild rice soup and hotdogs.
Busy Café Volunteers Smile for Camera
The Café received a net profit of approximately $1,500!
More that 100 Artist and Crafters on Hand
From jewelry to home decor and jams, there’s something for everyone!
Happy Vendors!
Mary says she hears comments from artists and crafters about the fair’s positive atmosphere with several saying this is their favorite event of the season!
A Variety of Goods for Sale
So many one-of-a kind gifts and other hand-crafted goods!
Customers had a Great Time Browsing and Buying
The Arts & Crafts fair is a wonderful place to begin your Christmas shopping!
Handcrafted Gnomes for Sale
According to Mary, this year’s event was probably the best attended year, with a steady stream of shoppers throughout the day.
Unique Pottery Available at the Craft Fair
Mary says vendors love Salem’s Youth who help and serve in so many ways and always with a smile.
Lots of Specialty Goods to See
Fairgoers could shop from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Looking Forward to Next Year!
The Salem Arts & Crafts Fair is schedule for November 7, 2026.
