This event, held the second Sunday of September, becomes more popular every year. Come to Centre Park -- for free! -- and stroll the delightful, shady paths while browsing among antiques, fine arts and the unique works of local craftspersons. Plus, enjoy great music and even Pipper the Clown!
The 22nd Annual
Arts & Antiques Fair
Sunday, September 14, 2008*
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*rain date: Sunday, September 21
More than 70 artisans, crafts-persons and antique dealers plus great food!
FEATURED RESTAURANTS
Bravo Classic Catering
Contemporary Cuisine
Dans Restaurant
Gourmet American
Thai Cusine
Thai
Stephan's Concessions
Dogs & Burgers
Paintings, pottery, jewelry, handblown and stained glass, vintage clothing, furniture, and collectibles are all here for your appreciation and purchase.
Enjoy the wonderful cuisine offered by some of Reading's best restaurants. Then have a seat and enjoy the live musical entertainment provided throughout the day. Guided trolley tours through the Historic District are available for a small fee.
What a wonderful way to spend a September afternoon!
Among recent years' 70+ reknown artisans, craftspersons and antique dealers:
Wilfrede Axsmith: hand-painted silks
Anthony Biancaniello: handblown glass items
Ann & Wayne Cockrell: primitive antiques & crafts
Katie Creyts: handblown glass
Christine's Outgrown Shop: antiques
For Your Decor: antiques
Harry Bentz: watercolors
Annie Harlin: hand-made women's accessories
Carol Haile: calligraphic arts and books
Bob Hospidore: stoneware pottery
Judith & Walter Kreiger: mixed media
Robin Lilarose: painted furnishings
Louise Mehaffey: stained glass
Judy Moses: hand-thrown pottery
Bob Natalini: exotic insect art (yes!)
Fran Parzanese: watercolors
Sisters' Gallery: mixed media
White's Antiques: collectibles & antiques
Karen Wolf: oilpaintings, watercolors and pastels
