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Cherrywood Art Fair Announces Musical Talent, Live Entertainment and Free Family Activities
Fulfilling the Fair’s promise to ‘have something for everyone’ more than two-dozen live music & performance artists, activity & food vendors are on board for the two-day festival
November 17, 2015 (Austin, Texas) – With Chula League’s 14th annual Cherrywood Art Fair (CAF) approaching on December 12th and 13th which is appropriately timed for great holiday shopping, the East Austin maker and artist fair is delivering on its promise to appeal to all ages and interests. In addition to the 88 artisans showcasing their wares, there will be entertaining performances, family-friendly activities, great food vendors and an amazing line-up of live music. Headlining the Austin Chronicle music stage at the two day fair are Taylor & the Wild Now, Waking Fable and Sons of Santos with lots of other great acts to keep guests entertained as they do their holiday shopping. In addition to beloved headliners, guests will also enjoy Moondog’s “pop and country gold” music; there will be a showcase by student groups, School of Rock, Band of Griffins and RIIL Chemistry; as well as captivating performances by Storm Calysta, Mikaela Kahn, The Cuckoos, Bossamania and Austin indie rock band Wiretree. Headliners Taylor & The Wild Now and Sons of Santos merge influences of jazz, folk, chamber op, blues and indie rock. Learn more about the full musical line-up and live entertainment by visiting: www.cherrywoodartfair.org/2015-lineup.
In addition to the shopping and live music there are kid friendly activities and arts and crafts workshops happening too. Those include Subaru’s Kids Art Corner led by Catherine Prystup of livemom.com. Guests are also encouraged to check out free Upcycled crafts and two amazing trapeze performances from Michele Frances & The Aerial Sugar Squirrels, the multi-award winning aerial coach and choreographer. And before heading to Lumiere Tintype Photography’s photobooth, get the kids’ face painted or stop by the Braid Babe who can give your hairdo a stylish makeover with a unique braid. Community partners Austin Pets Alive, Sustainable Food Center, Latino Health Care Forum and Austin Anarchy Men’s Roller Derby will also be on hand. This year’s confirmed artisans represent a vibrant group of talent and wide array of unique gifts; from men’s and women’s beauty products to handcrafted jewelry, fun and functional children’s clothing, graphic novel style original paintings and handcrafted paper goods. Keeping the cool factor high, the Fair’s onsite wares will interest everyone from the discerning shopper to the art collector and make for perfect, locally-produced treasures for everyone on the holiday gift list. The rain or shine event is free and open to the public. The event benefits East Austin elementary schools and nonprofit Chula League’s Little Artist BIG ARTIST program, which provides an opportunity for 5th and 6th grade elementary school students to celebrate creativity, develop personal expression, and strengthen social skills through professional artist mentorship. Look for their little artist creations at the 200+ item silent auction, which also features gift cards from popular local businesses and donated wares from each of the Fair artists. For more information about the December event, including updates on confirmed bands, food vendors and more, like Cherrywood Art Fair on Facebook: facebook.com/cherrywoodartfair, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, preview gift guides on Pinterest, or visit: www.CherrywoodArtFair.org.
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