Yes! Despite rumors and innuendo to the contrary: We're alive!

Here's where you can find us on the arts and crafts trail. We love seeing our return customers and meeting new folks.

-- Sept. 11 and 12: Golden Harvest Festival, Beaver Lake Nature Center.  Great show. Bring the kids, lots to see and do.  Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 10 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

-- Sept. 19: Westcott Art and Culture Fair.  On the streets of Syracuse in one of the more interesting neighborhoods in CNY.   Hours are Noon to 6:30 p.m.

-- Sept. 25 and 26: Naples Grape Fest. 2010 Naples High School Grounds and across the street at Memorial Town Hall.  Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days rain or shine.

-- Oct. 2: The famous Wren's Den Fall Open House.  Lots of local artists, lots of food, lots of fun. We'll be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can find us at 2488 Masters Road, Marcellus. We'd love to see you. Click here for directions.

-- Oct. 9 and 10: Lafayette Apple Festival. Arrive early, stay late. It's a CNY tradition.  Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 to 5 p.m.  Sunday.  If it's rainy, wear boots. Although the grounds have been upgraded, the mud can be a challenge.

-- Oct. 16 and 17: Rochester Holiday Market. Run by the Rochester Junior League. Great stuff and a great way to get a jump on your holiday shopping. Hours: 10 to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 to 4 p.m. Sunday.

-- Nov. 12, 13 and 14: Junior League of Syracuse Annual Holiday Shoppes. Great show. Lots of unique vendors and gifts you won't see in a mall.  Hours: Friday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. (P.S. Karen, we'll miss you.)