This turtle in the courtyard of Bicentennial Square depicts how the slightly stormy Saturday began at the Concord Arts Market and how it slowly but steadily got better from there at the event and also with the weather.

From what I heard, there was a lot going on around Concord and if you came through the hallway from Main Street happenings to the courtyard, you emerge in the bright and lovely square.

It is a beautifully landscaped area, tranquil, with the water muffling the faint sounds of other activities in the area and it is so pleasant to meander around, meet with friends and perhaps sit and have some delicious drinks and food from the True Brew.

While enjoying the charming square, the sweet sounds of the musicians serenading you only adds to the ambiance.

And, of course, as always, many dogs add to the friendliness of the square.

My first customer, Hason, bought one of my small osage orange hearts that had an abalone dot inlay.

On the elevated "stage area" were my booth and the colorful and fun Flannery Black-Ingersoll's hand-painted rocks. She and Amanda also make the jewelry that Amanda is wearing.

Across from our stage area were these talented artisans; Stillwater Weaving Studio, Eye Like by Mollie and JL Williams Glass Art. Incredibly well-made items that are so colorful and decorative and/or sometimes useful.

A couple of my customers that came to the market, bought some great items. Kelly was very thorough investigating my sewing and I'm happy to say, I passed!  I think the bags were going on trips, sounds great!  Brooke came to my booth after I had taken Fen's picture and purchased a small heart and I took another picture (of both facing front).

My last customer of the day was the vibrant, Lorna, who bought 2 small hearts and I made her decision so much harder by having so many choices. That's just how I feel, they are all so beautiful.

Please check out all the great vendors below, besides the ones I have already pictured.  I tried to walk around when not busy and take a few pictures to show off the wonderful art and artisans that are offered at this market.  I couldn't get every vendor, but these photos show a lot and I hope will tempt everyone to visit next Saturday to keep this square hopping!  Tell your friends and if you want to find out more about the artisans, go to their sites (I have included some links below) and like them and share them with all.  Thank you!

http://www.stillwaterstudio.org/

http://jlwilliamsglassart.com/index.html

 https://www.facebook.com/stillwaterweaving/

https://www.facebook.com/powpaper/   

http://www.jmontroy.com/

https://www.cedarporchdesigns.com/

https://www.facebook.com/CedarPorchDesigns/

 http://www.concordartsmarket.net/

https://www.facebook.com/ConcordArtsMarket/