Artisan Faire is The Perfect Way to Spend a Saturday and Enjoy the Outdoors.

Take advantage of the weather and colorful, bounty of art at the Artisan Faire at the Mission Viejo Village Shopping Center at 25402 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 on Saturday, May 21, 2016 from 10 am to 3 pm.

This is a great place to find unique, hand-crafted items and gifts.

The outdoor market is located in the parking lot area in front of the Saddleback Lanes and it is held seasonally on Saturdays.

The faire will feature more than 30 vendors with a variety of items such as baby clothing, candles, ceramics, clothing, hats, jewelry, paintings, soaps, wooden toys and much more.

There will be a hands-on workshop for all ages conducted by nine-year old artist, Carlos. He will teach and share his Origami Art from 11 am to 1pm.

In addition, the Sweetwater Creek Band will perform at 11 am. Sweetwater Creek Band plays country, bluegrass and folk music. The band is made up of local musicians who play accordion, banjo, fiddle, guitar and mandolin. They have entertained at numerous events in Mission Viejo.

GreenLife Gallery™, mixed media artist and owner Pam Wagoner will be just one of the vendors participating at the faire. Wagoner uses recycled, salvaged and other renewable resources to create one-of-a-kind eco-art. The gallery collaborates with more than 15 artists. Visit the online gallery at www.greenlifegallery.com.

There are a few booths available, but you need to reserve in advance. You would need to bring your own pop up tent, chairs and tables. For more information on the spaces please contact Tina Roberts, Artisan Faire Coordinator, at Tina2@cox.net.

The Artisan Faire is sponsored by the Mission Viejo Cultural Arts Committee, Mission Viejo Friends of the Arts and Saddleback Lanes. Visit www.facebook.com/MissionViejoCulturalArtsCommittee .

The next Artisan Faire will be on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the same time and location.

Come eat, enjoy the entertainment, mingle and shop. Hope to see you there!