Back To School Artisan Market

Get ready for the new school year while supporting local small businesses and giving back to the community!
Join us on Sunday, August 23, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM at The Barrel Room in Lake Villa for an afternoon of shopping, community, and fun. Browse handcrafted goods, unique gifts, back-to-school essentials, sweet treats, and more from 12+ local small businesses.
📍 Event Details
🗓 Sunday, August 23
⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 The Barrel Room
136 Cedar Ave., Lake Villa, IL
✨ What to Expect
🎒 Shop unique products from 12+ local artisans & makers
🛍️ Support local small businesses
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly shopping experience
💛 School Supply Drive benefiting Kids In Need Foundation
🎒 School Supply Drive
Help us make a difference for local students by bringing new school supplies to donate! We’re collecting:
✏️ Single-subject notebooks
✏️ 12-pack of pencils
🖍️ Washable markers (10-pack, broad tip)
✂️ Blunt-tip scissors (5-inch)
🖍️ Crayons (24-count, classic colors)
🩹 Glue sticks
📁 Plastic or laminated folders
Every donation helps provide students with the supplies they need for a successful school year. Thank you for helping us support Kids In Need Foundation! 💙
We can’t wait to shop small, give back, and celebrate the new school year with you!
📢 Vendor applications are still open!
Apply here: https://www.thesocialmarketco.com/vendor-signup.html