“The spare guest rooms and closets in several homes on South Whidbey are becoming temporary storage units this month, filling up with items such as handmade tree ornaments and Christmas cards, doll clothes, decorative wall hangings, tiny toys and countless other handcrafted items.It’s all due to the “Bazaar Season” — the month or so that precedes the “Holiday Season” and is awaited eagerly by holiday shoppers each year. Women’s church groups are among the organizations that are famous for their bazaars and craft events. Members began designing, sewing, quilting and crocheting as early as eight months ago. At a recent work party in the Langley United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Linda Feit and Anne Primavera were making tiny dolls and angels. Two more workers were decorating kitchen hangings with found items such as buttons, shells and beach glass. Others have been gathering greenery for wreaths and making stuffed toys or American Girl doll clothes, or preparing cookie mixes in decorated jars (perfect for hostess gifts).There will also be a “Serrv” table with mission items, and a table of antiques and collectibles. Kids will be able to buy inexpensive items, as well as visit with Santa and have pictures taken in time for Christmas cards. “All proceeds go to missions, most in our own neighborhood,” organizers said. The Women of St. Hubert have taken over the family room and a bedroom (or two) at Jean Duffy’s house to prepare for their annual holiday Bazaar and Pantry Sale, also this Saturday. “We’ve become known especially for our doll clothes,” said Sheila Bartlett, president of the group. They range from soft pj’s and bathrobes to elegant party wear, sporty outfits and lingerie. One seamstress has even created a First Communion dress.Among the many other gift and decorating items are wall hangings, note cards of handmade paper, gift bags with unique designs and a novel hostess gift which includes a fancy serving spoon inside a hand-sewn fabric holder. Tree decorations, tablecloths, placemats and napkins, lavender sachets, doll quilts and many stocking stuffers.A fully decorated Christmas tree will be raffled as well as three miniature tea sets. All the bazaars feature hot drinks, treats and usually lunch of homemade soup, bread and dessert.Here is a list of these special pre-holiday events coming up on South Whidbey. There will be others through the month, with the “season” normally ending right around Thanksgiving.*A Holiday Faire will be held Saturday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Langley United Methodist Church fellowship hall. The world famous lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with coffee and treats available throughout the day. Look for baked goods, jams and jellies, plants, woodcraft, quilts, ornaments, American Girl doll clothes, toys, bags and more.Some of the crafters are skilled in making unusual gifts — be sure to stop in and see. Bring your children to have their pictures taken with Santa — early enough to use on Christmas cards.*The holiday Bazaar and Pantry Sale of the Women of St. Hubert’s will be held at St. Hubert Catholic Church in Langley on Nov. 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Many handcrafted items for holiday decorating and gift-giving will be available, along with soup, dessert and pumpkin pie. There is a large Pantry Sale with all kinds of homemade goodies including jams, jellies and chutneys. *The Ladies Auxiliary of Holmes Harbor Rod & Gun are holding their annual Holiday Bazaar on Nov. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the club on Brooks Hill Road. The event will feature gifts from Whidbey’s artists and craftspeople, plus bakery goods, products from Greenbank Farm, woodcrafts, holiday ornaments, painted glassware, preserves and dolls. Visitors will also have a chance to purchase Ty Beanie Babies, both current and retired. The club will be open for luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for just $5.*The Eagles Auxiliary annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale will take place Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, located just south of Double Bluff Road on Highway 525.The Aerie will be serving breakfast from 8-11 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Browse a wide variety of holiday decorations, crafts and other gift-giving items. *Trinity Lutheran Church in Freeland will hold its annual bazaar on next Saturday, Nov. 13, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.There will be handmade craft items, craft supplies, plants, baked good (including lefse!), plus a roomful of collectibles. And don’t forget the rolls and pies, with coffee and soup available. Along with the bazaar, three quilted pieces by Larkin VanHorn, and one quilt by Stella Nilson will be for sale by silent auction. For information, contact 331-8319.*Country Christmas at the Fair takes place on Saturday, Nov. 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the festive 4-H building on the fairgrounds. A variety of handcrafted gifts and home decorating items will celebrate the season in style. They include new polar fleece designs ideal for winter weather, chenille toys, gardenware, country crafts, apparel and lots of Christmas baubles.Preview sale hours are Friday, Nov. 12, from 5-9 p.m., with a suggested donation of $1 at the door to be used for fairgrounds beautification. Browse the bazaar while enjoying complimentary hot beverages and cookies. Lunch on Saturday includes homemade soup, salads, sandwiches and cheesecake. *The Greenbank Progressive Club will hold its annual Craft Faire and Bake Sale at the Bakken and Firehouse Road Clubhouse in Greenbank on Saturday, Nov. 20.There will be a large selection of crafts, baked goods and refreshments available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “