The Olivenhain Town Council

10/14/2026

Grace's interest in gourds began as a small child, born and raised in Nigeria. She saw that the Nigerian people use gourds for everything from storing food to spoons to holding cosmetics. Her gourds are not meant to be utilitarian, however. Her gourd art pieces are cut, dremeled, sanded, dyed, carved, painted, beaded and finished with an UV protecting acrylic spray. She was formerly a watercolor painter, but now gourds have taken over my life. Her brushes, paints, and canvas have been pushed to one side as I explore the wonderfully tactile, three-dimensional world of gourds.

Support local artisans Saturday, November 7, from 9am-3pm at the Arts and Crafts Fair presented by the Olivenhain Town Council. There will be food trucks in addition to local artisans selling jewelry, home goods, baked goods, and more.

10/13/2026

J. Matsumoto presents handmade knit hats and scarves created from Wool, Alpaca, silk and acrylic yarns. Yarns, imported from Europe and U.S., with vintage button accents.

Support local artisans Saturday, November 7, from 9am-3pm at the Arts and Crafts Fair presented by the Olivenhain Town Council. There will be food trucks in addition to local artisans selling jewelry, home goods, baked goods, and more.

10/12/2026

Pure Passion Pantry crafts small-batch, artisanal preserves and fruit-infused vinegars using locally sourced ingredients and unique flavor combinations—from signature passion fruit pairings to bold spicy jams. Handcrafted in Vista, their products feature simple, high-quality ingredients, including a dedicated line of sugar-free options thoughtfully sweetened with natural plant-based blends.

Support local artisans Saturday, November 7, from 9am-3pm at the Arts and Crafts Fair presented by the Olivenhain Town Council. There will be food trucks in addition to local artisans selling jewelry, home goods, baked goods, and more.

09/10/2026

Bratwurst 🌭, German potato salad, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and dessert under the trees of the historic Meeting Hall grounds. With craft b**r from local breweries 🍺 and a wide range of wines 🍷 in the Biergarten. And don't forget the pretzels 🥨

Get tickets today - olivenhain.org/oktoberfest

08/28/2026

08/23/2026

We only have a few spaces left for our Arts and Crafts Fair! Visit Olivenhain.org to find out how to apply!