Fall is festival time in Walnut

by Corbin Crable | Sep 26, 2026 | Iowa, Mid-American

October 2026

Fall is festival time in Walnut

One of Iowa’s best antique festivals is getting ready to return to Walnut’s American Legion Hall, Oct. 10-11.

The Walnut Fall Antique and Stoneware Festival is much more than a place to find quality antiques and Red Wing pottery and stoneware. Shoppers will find furniture, primitives, collectibles, advertising, and upcycled and repurposed items.

According to event organizers, the popularity of the festival has seen them expand space; it now occupies the American Legion building, the AmVet building, and the surrounding vicinity. The show is free and open to the public and will take place, rain or shine.

For more information, call 712-784-2626.

Walnut Fall Festival

The Walnut Fall Antique and Stoneware Festival returns Oct. 10-11. (Image courtesy of The City of Walnut)

Happy birthday to everyone’s favorite feline at The Market at Macvicar

by Corbin Crable | Sep 26, 2026 | Kansas, Mid-American

October 2026

Happy birthday to everyone’s favorite feline at The Market at Macvicar

If you’ve ever shopped at The Market at Macvicar in Topeka, you’ve likely met their resident market cat and beloved mascot, Karl (as the face of the store, he goes by many names, including “the Boss”).

In October, The Market at Macvicar invites you to stop by the store and wish Karl a very happy birthday in person – and enjoy discounts throughout the store in the process. The store will host a birthday celebration on Oct. 17 for their favorite feisty feline, complete with delectable birthday treats and discounts from multiple vendors, too.

For more information, call 785-409-4277 or visit their Facebook page.

Karl, the Market Cat

Karl, resident mascot of The Market at Macvicar in Topeka, KS, has the important job of greeting guests when the enter the store. The Market is hosting a birthday celebration and sale in honor of Karl on Oct. 17. (Image courtesy of Instagram)

Sweet deals to be found at Sugar Mound

by Corbin Crable | Sep 26, 2026 | Kansas, Mid-American

October 2026

Sweet deals to be found at Sugar Mound

The Sugar Mound Annual Arts and Crafts Festival is here to sweeten your season, Oct. 10-11 at the Linn County Fairgrounds in Mound City.

More than 400 booths will be set up, with plenty of arts, crafts, and food for sale. Stop by the antique barn on site for the perfect fall photo opp, too. Admission to the festival and parking are both free. The festival has taken place since 1971.

For more information, visit www.sugarmoundartsandcrafts.com or call 913-795-7500.

Sugar Mound Arts & Crafts Festival

How sweet it is! The Sugar Mound Annual Arts and Crafts Festival comes to Mound City, KS, Oct. 10-11. (Image courtesy of Facebook)

An evening of tricks, treats, and trivia will benefit museum

by Corbin Crable | Sep 26, 2026 | Mid-American, Missouri

October 2026

An evening of tricks, treats, and trivia will benefit museum

Test your knowledge, sip a glass of cabernet, and enjoy a few spooky surprises this October at a fundraiser for the Clay County Museum.

The trivia night and silent auction will take place Oct. 22 at Belvoir Winery in Liberty. Between bidding and trivia games, enjoy snacks, door prizes, a cash bar, and even a visit by Miss Missouri. The winner of the evening’s trivia game receives a $100 cash prize.

Tickets for this event are available for purchase at the museum or online at www.claycountyhistoricalsocietymuseum.org.

Belvoir Winery and Inn

Join the fun at this fundraiser for Clay County Museum in Liberty. (Image courtesy of ghostcitytours.com)

Get ready for fall at Vintage Market Days

by Corbin Crable | Sep 26, 2026 | Mid-American, Missouri

October 2026

Get ready for fall at Vintage Market Days

The always-popular Vintage Market Days makes its return to Kansas City when it comes to the American Royal Oct. 2-4.

The upscale vintage and vintage-inspired indoor market features items of all kinds and for all tastes, including original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home decor, outdoor furnishing, yummy treats, and seasonal plantings. The event will include live giveaways and delicious food.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit www.vintagemarketdays.com.

Vintage Market Days of Kansas City

Vintage and vintage-inspired treasures await your retail therapy session during Vintage Market Days in Kansas City. (Image courtesy of Facebook)