Holiday shopping goes local each year with a slew of craft fairs and gift bazaars that take place throughout the area.

Churches, schools and community groups: If you’re hosting a holiday sale event, send the details to Maureen Dolan at mdolan@cdapress.com.

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

Holiday Bazaar at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 13541 W. Hwy 53, Rathdrum. Collectibles, crafts, baked goods, used clothing - giveaway, white elephant sale. Breakfast and lunch available.

SATURDAY, NOV. 18

Lutheran Church of the Master’s Annual Holiday Bazaar | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 4800 N. Ramsey Road (Ramsey and Kathleen). lcmcda.org. 208-765-1002. Goodies by the Pound, gift baskets, handmade furniture and crafts.

TLC Holiday Bazaar | 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N. 5th St., (5th & Reid), CDA | TrinityLutheran-cda.org | 208-664-5743. Lefse and other Scandinavian delicacies, hearty soups, jams and jellies, Christmas Decorations, homemade quilts and more. FREE. Accessible.

JBE 20th Annual Holiday Bazaar | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. John Brown Elementary, 15574 N. Washington St., Rathdrum. 50-plus vendors, holiday crafts, knitted hats and scarves, food, entertainment and pictures with Santa ($10 for two 3x5 photos). Free admission.

Holiday Bazaar at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 13541 W. Hwy 53, Rathdrum. Collectibles, crafts, baked goods, used clothing - giveaway, white elephant sale. Breakfast and lunch available.

SATURDAY, NOV. 25

NIUU Holiday Bazaar | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St., Coeur d’Alene. Vendors, crafts, baked goods, yard sale items and prize drawing. Grand prize: ROW river raft trip. Drawing tickets $1. Need not be present to win. Free ticket for every $10 purchase. Free admission.

SATURDAY, DEC. 2

3Cs Jewelry and Craft Fair Bonanza | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Elks Lodge, 1170 W. Prairie Ave., Coeur d’Alene. New costume jewelry and scarves, warm and cozy knitted and crocheted items, Christmas wreaths and much more. $2 cover charge.

Christmas Bazaar | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Post Falls Community Presbyterian Church, 417 William St. 22 vendors and holiday goodies by the pound.

Snowflake Faire | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Fifth and Wallace, Coeur d’Alene. A Cd’A tradition featuring affordable gifts, stocking stuffers, found treasures, crafts, baked goods, hot drinks and homemade pie. Free admisssion.

13th Annual Fair Trade Sale | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N. Fifth, Coeur d’Alene. Handmade items from around the world. Purchases will assist the artisans in providing food, shelter, education and medical support for their families.

SUNDAY, DEC. 3

13th Annual Fair Trade Sale | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N. Fifth, Coeur d’Alene. Handmade items from around the world. Purchases will assist the artisans in providing food, shelter, education and medical support for their families.

TUESDAY, DEC. 5

Skyway Holiday Shopping Night | 5 to 7 p.m. Skyway Elementary School gym, 6621 N. Courcelles Parkway, Coeur d’Alene. Local vendors and Skyway’s PTA shop. Info: skywaypta@hotmail.com