State Road Craft Show

11/27/2025

💛🦃Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 🧡
On this final day of thanks, we celebrate our amazing 2025 Committee! We began these posts honoring the two moms who started the State Road Craft Show, and it feels right to end with the team carrying their legacy into its 50th year.

This group showed incredible teamwork and supported each other every step of the way. From Sunday night meetings to nonstop group chats, late-night pep talks, and plenty of shared laughs, we formed and strengthened friendships that made this year unforgettable!

Together, we started new traditions with Santa and the Grinch, hosted our largest vendor count ever, created a beautiful basket raffle/vendor collaboration and were even spotlighted by multiple news outlets.

To this year’s committee—
Thank you for your dedication, humor, and unstoppable hearts! What a phenomenal group of mommas. I’m so grateful to have worked alongside each of you!

Here’s to the 50th—and to the friendships and memories that will last long after the craft show lights go out. 💛✨

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

11/27/2025

💛 Day 9: Honoring the Legacy of Our Past Members 💛
Today, we honor and celebrate the past Chair Members of the State Road Craft Show—the leaders whose dedication, creativity, and heart have shaped this beloved tradition for 50 incredible years.

This year’s 50th Anniversary Show was a huge success, but it wouldn’t have been possible without the foundation built over every year that came before it. Each Chair, each committee, and each volunteer brought something special to the table: a deep love for our State Road Elementary students, fresh ideas, and the determination to overcome every challenge along the way.

From outgrowing the elementary school and making the move to the High School, to navigating a pandemic and everything in between, every hurdle was met with teamwork and passion. What began in 1975, as a simple idea from two moms hoping to raise money for student needs, has grown into the incredible community event we celebrate today.

To all the past Chair Members and the countless parents who poured their time, energy, and hearts into making this year—and every year—a success:
Thank you. ❤️

Your hard work, vision, and commitment have carried the Craft Show through five decades, and the legacy you’ve built will continue to benefit our students for years to come.

Here’s to 50 years—and to all who made it possible. 🌟

11/25/2025

✨ The 8th day of Gratitude ✨

❤️To our wonderful parents and volunteers—thank you for stepping in wherever needed. From setup and taping, to helping during the show, to staying for cleanup, your time and willingness made all the difference. We are so grateful for the way you show up for our school.

Thank you for your generous basket raffle donations, which helped make this year’s raffle another success! And a special thank-you to the Tomek Elementary PTO for the festive Winter basket—it brought so much joy! ❄️💙

We also want to recognize two State Road moms who went above and beyond:

🧡 Jaclyn Burgess – Thank you for storing all of our craft show supplies during this renovation. Your patience, flexibility, and willingness to meet us anytime we needed something meant so much!

🧡 Honna Minnick – Thank you for staying well past your volunteer hours, helping hang balloons, assisting with cleanup, and doing it all with a smile. Your positivity was truly appreciated.

This milestone year was special because of each of you! Thank you for your kindness, your time, and your support🙏❤️

11/24/2025

🎄 Day 7- Visits From the Grinch & the Clauses 🎄

Today we’re celebrating the holiday magic makers who brought so much joy to the 50th Annual State Road Craft Show!

First, a huge shoutout to the Grinch 💚
With almost no notice, he stepped into some very large shoes and absolutely STOLE the show— in true Grinch fashion. His expressions, energy, and spot-on personality made it feel like a scene from the movie was happening right in front of us. Thank you for jumping in and creating unforgettable moments for everyone!

And to Mr. and Mrs. Claus— thank you for making time to visit Fenton, especially so close to Christmas! Your warm smiles and festive spirit lit up the day. Guests of every generation, from the very young to those simply young at heart, loved seeing you both. ❤️🎅🤶

Day 7 was filled with holiday cheer thanks to these three incredible visitors.

See you tomorrow for Day 8! 🎁

11/23/2025

🎉 Day 6 of 10 — Vendor & Attendee Appreciation 🎉
Today we celebrate the heart of the 50th Annual State Road Craft Show — our vendors and attendees! ❤️

To our amazing vendors who filled the venue with creativity and homemade treasures: thank you! With 250+ vendors this year, the variety and quality of your handmade work truly made the show shine. ✨

A special shoutout to our Kids Korner vendors — our young entrepreneurs! 👏 It was a long day, but your positivity and smiles never faulted! 🎨

And to our incredible attendees — thank you! With approximately 3,100 people in one day, this was one of our largest turnouts ever. Your support keeps this tradition STRONG! 💪

Here’s to everyone who made Day 6 so special.
Stay tuned for Day 7! 📣

11/22/2025

✨ Day 5 of 10 Days of Gratitude –Media Appreciation✨

Today we extend a huge thank you to the incredible media partners who helped make the 50th Anniversary State Road Craft Show shine even brighter!

📺 ABC12 – A heartfelt thank you to Sarah Hall, Mechelle Clarke, and Toadie Middleton for the wonderful interview with Matt Barbour, promoting this milestone year . Your support helped spread the word to our entire community!

🎤 WNEM TV5 – We are so grateful for the interview during the show, helping spread awareness about the true purpose of our craft show: supporting the amazing students of State Road Elementary!

Your coverage helped us celebrate 50 years in a truly memorable way. Thank you for being part of our story! 💛

11/21/2025

✨ 10 Days of Gratitude – Day 4 ✨
Today we’re celebrating the amazing student groups who powered the State Road Class Show!

🎄 Key Club – Thank you for all your help throughout the show and for bringing the holiday spirit as the Grinch and his elves! Your energy made the day brighter.
🎓 NHS – Your leadership and willingness to step in wherever needed helped everything run smoothly. We’re grateful for your dependable support.
🏈 Fenton Football Team & Coach Eltringham – Thank you for the hustle and the muscle! From setup to helping vendors transport items, you showed up in a big way and made a huge difference.
We appreciate each of you for your hard work and community spirit. 🧡🖤🧡
See you tomorrow for Day 5!

11/19/2025

For day 3 of Thanks, we’re celebrating the incredible community partners who kept our volunteers & committee energized throughout the event. Their generosity made a huge difference—thank you for fueling the heart of our show!
💧 Beauchamp – Thank you for donating cases of water to keep our volunteers hydrated all weekend long.
☕ Starbucks – Your freshly brewed coffee powered our mornings and kept spirits high.
🥗 Texas Roadhouse – We are so grateful for the delicious salads and warm rolls that brightened our day!
🥯 Big Apple Bagel – Thank you for providing a wonderful breakfast for set-up day—it was the perfect kickstart to a busy morning.
🍱 D&W – Your generous lunch for the committee kept us going strong behind the scenes.
🍕 Hungry Howie’s – Thank you for the pizzas during clean-up—a much-needed treat after a long weekend!
☕ Critter’s Coffee – Thank you for donating midday coffee to help us power through our 12-hour day—an absolute lifesaver!
Each of you helped make the 50th Annual Show a success, and we are deeply grateful. 🧡
Thank you for supporting our community and our volunteers!

11/18/2025

Today we’re celebrating two amazing contributors who helped make this year’s show bigger and smoother!
🎨 1. Suzette at Visual Impressions
Huge gratitude to Suzette, whose creative talent has supported our craft show for years. She continues to amaze us with her beautiful flyer designs, and this year she went above and beyond by creating a brand-new banner and matching yard signs that truly brought our event to life. Thank you, Suzette, for your eye for detail and your dedication to our community!
🚕 2. Pickle's Taxi Service
A huge thank you to Pickle Taxi Service for going the extra mile—literally! This year, they generously helped attendees get to and from their cars, ensuring everyone could navigate the event with ease. They also stepped up to assist vendors by transporting supplies during set-up and take-down. Their support added comfort, convenience, and a whole lot of heart to our day. We’re so grateful for their service!

💛 Stay tuned tomorrow for Day 3 as we continue to honor the wonderful people who make the State Road Craft Show such a special event!

11/17/2025

One day of gratitude just wasn’t enough—so we’re celebrating with 10 days of thank you’s to honor the people who made it all possible!

Day 1: Where it all began!
✨ Toadie Middleton & Marlene Fagerman ✨
Today, we proudly recognize Toadie Middleton and Marlene Fagerman, the original founders of the State Road Craft Show. Founded in 1975! What began as a small, heartfelt idea to keep the kids of State Road safe and off the streets— no more door-to-door with sales—grew from a 40-vendor event at the elementary school to eventually becoming the grand celebration we know today! The craft show now funds the entire PTO yearly budget of State Road Elementary!

Because of these two visionary women and their dedication, the craft show has flourished for 50 amazing years. Their dream planted the roots for a tradition that now brings joy, community, and creativity to thousands.
Thank you, Toadie and Marlene, for your passion, your vision, and the legacy you created. 💛

Stay tuned for Day 2 tomorrow as we continue our 10 days of gratitude! 🌟

11/16/2025

11/16/2025

Santa and Mrs. Claus has arrived from the North Pole! Bring the kiddo and get a photo with Santa! When you're finished do some holiday shopping! We are open until 4pm!