Spring Avant-Garde Show brings handmade treasures to Strongsville

Annual art and craft fair returns to Ehrnfelt Recreation Center on March 14

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The 11th Annual Strongsville Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will return on Saturday, March 14, offering a day of shopping, creativity and community at the Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. The popular event will feature a wide variety of talented artists and crafters selling original, handmade items including unique gifts, home décor, jewelry, and seasonal products.

Why it matters

The Avant-Garde Show has become a beloved annual tradition in Strongsville, bringing together local makers and loyal shoppers who value supporting small businesses and the arts. The event also gives back to the community by donating a portion of proceeds to the Cleveland Kids' Book Bank.

The details

The Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Strongsville Ehrnfelt Recreation Center. Admission is $3, with children under 12 free. Event organizer Becki Silverstein, founder of the Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows, said the show has been a supportive community event for 11 years.

  • The Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • The event has been held annually for the past 11 years.

The players

Becki Silverstein

Founder of the Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows.

Cleveland Kids' Book Bank

A local nonprofit that provides books to children in need throughout the community.

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What they’re saying

“For 11 years, this show has brought together amazing artists and loyal shoppers who truly value supporting small businesses. It's the perfect way to kick off the spring season while giving back to a meaningful local cause.”

— Becki Silverstein, Event organizer (Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows)

The takeaway

The Spring Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show in Strongsville has become an annual tradition that celebrates local artistry, supports small businesses, and gives back to the community. The event's longevity and popularity demonstrate the enduring appeal of handmade, unique goods in a retail landscape increasingly dominated by mass-produced products.