Cyclops Fest -- a celebration of music, handmade items and DIY (do-it-yourself) culture -- returns to John Bryan Center in Yellow Springs on Saturday, Sept. 12.
Cyclops began just before other DIY groups such as food truck operators, pop-up shop owners and craft beer producers began to expand locally.
“That’s where our store, Urban Handmade, came from,” said Cyclops co-founder DJ Galvin, who opened her shop at 241 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs, in 2008. “People take great pride in what they make, and you can make a living doing it.
Here's what to expect Saturday at Cyclops:
In addition to DJ music, food trucks and a beer garden, the fifth annual event features an array of handmade items from vendors such as Rustic Apple Art, Preble Clayworks, Barmaid Soap Company and My Spin on Knit.
While most of the Cyclops vendors are local and regional artists, the festival attracts vendors from Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee and other states.
“This year we’ve got a ton of new artists, both locally and out-of-state. That’s really exciting because people will be selling so many different things. Since it’s a purely handmade show, we try to showcase as many unique things as possible,” Galvin said
Cyclops runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., but arrive early because the first 50 purchasing customers receive a free gift. Admission is free.
Want to go?
What: Fifth annual Cyclops Fest
Where: John Bryan Center, 100 Dayton St., Yellow Springs
When: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12
Cost: Free
More info: Website
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