Annual crafts fair fundraiser will be held Oct. 11
The 2025 edition of the Paws-itively Fall Festival, an annual fundraising crafts fair, promises to be bigger and better than ever.
This year’s event will include more than 40 vendors, highlighted by award-winning author Janet Raye Stevens. It will be held at the Dolbeare School gym, 340 Lowell St., in Wakefield on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission and parking are free. A portion of the proceeds will benefit PAWS.
Stevens will be selling and autographing copies of her many books, unique fiction works that span everything from World War II mysteries to time travel to concocted historical narratives. Her novels feature humor, heart and a dash of suspense.
For additional information about Janet Raye Stevens, visit janetrayestevens.com.

Author Janet Raye Stevens




WIDE ARRAY OF CRAFTS VENDORS
Other vendors will offer:
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Crocheted items, such as stuffed animals and apparel
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Jewelry
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Ceramics
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Home decor pieces
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Cards and stickers​
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Candles
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Soaps
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Quilts
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Fabric items
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Baked goods
The Paws-itively Fall Festival is sponsored by VCA Wakefield, The Savings Bank and Salem 5.
The 2024 event included 38 vendors and raised more $3,000 for PAWS.
For additional information, contact PAWS at PAWS01880@gmail.com.