Upcoming events.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
With this pop-up we’ll be halfway through summer, soaking up all the beautiful weather and bright sunshine, so it feels perfectly fitting that our color theme this month is yellow. I’ll have handmade stained glass pieces in vivid, sunlit yellows—suncatchers, small panels, and cheerful accents—ready for you to take home. These bright creations will bring a little extra warmth and light into your space, a perfect way to hold onto summer’s glow as the days begin to shorten.
Fill The Squad Event
Come join the Waterloo community as we come together to support local students and ensure every child has the school supplies they need for the coming year. This event brings neighbors, businesses, and volunteers together to collect backpacks, notebooks, pens, and other essentials so students can start school ready and confident. Please be sure to visit and support the participating vendors—your purchases and donations directly contribute to the supplies and help fund sponsorship of the event. Together we can make a meaningful difference for Waterloo’s students and show them they’re valued and supported.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
April's Pop Up is happening both Friday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM, giving you two convenient mornings to browse our handmade stained glass—perfect for gift hunting or treating yourself to a unique piece of art.
Waterloo Wiener & Kraut
I’ll be at the Maunesha Business Center again this year for the Waterloo Wiener & Kraut Festival — and I’ll also be there on Friday, September 11. Friday is a little quieter, so if you prefer to browse at your own pace without the weekend crowds, it’s the perfect day to stop by to see all of my inventory.
This year I’m doing something different: I’ll also be selling hand-cut stained-glass cancer ribbons in a variety of colors, and all proceeds will go to the cancer walk my family and I have supported for many years. The walk is taking place the same weekend as the festival this year, so I won’t be walking this year, but I will be making a large personal donation and donate everything raised from ribbon sales to the cause. Your support in this will be greatly appreciated.
Waterloo Spooktacular
I’ll be at the Maunesha Business Center for this event with my full inventory on display—suncatchers, panels, and animal portraits—available to view and purchase, plus a selection of special Halloween goodies for the little goblins to enjoy.
Cambridge Art and Craft Fair
One of my favorite events to set up at is the Friends of the Cambridge Library fair, always so well attended by vendors and customers alike. Held at Cambridge High School, the event has a warm, community feel with rows of handmade goods, local artisans, and friendly faces—perfect for showing off my stained glass suncatchers, panels, and animal portraits. The organizers do a fantastic job, and there’s a buzz of conversation and discovery as people browse, ask about techniques, and find pieces that catch the light just right. Come join us and see everything that’s there—you might leave with something beautiful and a new favorite maker.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Dates in June will be the 12th and 13th. I had planned to keep every Pop Up on the third weekend of the month, but I’ll be returning from vacation on the 19th and would like to attend a baby shower on the 20th, so I’m moving the event earlier.
I’m excited to introduce an unusual color for my stained glass pieces: pink. I adore pink, but it’s not used often in my work because pink and red glass tend to be pricier, which makes them less common in pieces. Still, I’m planning to make more items featuring a touch of pink—perhaps even a few playful pink elephants—to bring a bright, unexpected splash of color to your sunny days.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
And the month of May, our color is blue. There will be many shades and moods of blue. It is just about my favorite color to use so there will be many pieces to see how it catches the light in suncatchers and brings depth to pieces. May dates are the 15th and 16th.
Columbus Arbor Day Fair
Come see me at the Columbus Firemen's Park Pavilion for the Arbor Day Art, Craft, and Vendor Fair! Browse a variety of local vendors offering lovely handmade products, enjoy a festive spring atmosphere, and let the kids join in a few fun crafting activities. It’s a great way to celebrate spring in Columbus—stop by, say hello, and take home something special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
The color theme for April will be Orange. There’s no special meaning behind the monthly colors—I wrote a bunch of color names on slips of paper, pulled them from a hat, and assigned them to each month in order—so orange happened to land in April. That means any stained glass pieces that include orange will be the centerpieces of my display at Paradiddles; I’m still digging through my inventory to see exactly what orange pieces I have, but whatever I find will all be brought to the pop-up. If you love warm, sunny tones or autumnal accents in glass, swing by to see the orange highlights in person. I will be there April 17 and 18.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
First PopUp at Paradiddles of the year! I’ll be there from 7:00 am to 1:30 pm the 3rd Friday and Saturday of each month through August, and this season I’m giving each PopUp its own color theme — starting off with an Easter-centered collection for this opening event. March’s PopUp is March 20 and 21. Come browse handmade stained-glass suncatchers, and panels in springtime colors, perfect for brightening windows or gifting for the holiday. I’ll have new pieces and a few limited specials, so hop by, say hello, and find something unique to celebrate the season!
Waterloo Winterfest
This will probably be my last event of 2025! Come enjoy some small-town charm in Waterloo today at the Park Pavilion, where local vendors and businesses will be gathered for you to find all your last-minute Christmas gifts. It’s the perfect opportunity to support your community while picking up unique, handmade treasures, including my stained glass pieces. Don’t miss out on the festive atmosphere and the chance to find something truly special for everyone on your list!
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event, which will probably be the last Pop-Up of the year, will be featuring holiday-themed pieces. In addition to the seasonal items, a variety of other unique handcrafted glass art will be available, making it a perfect opportunity to work on holiday shopping or pick up something for yourself. Stop by to enjoy a tasty snack and a refreshing drink while you browse through an array of sweet, one-of-a-kind art pieces.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin This Pop-Up event will be featuring holiday-themed pieces. In addition to the seasonal items, a variety of other unique handcrafted glass art will be available, making it a perfect opportunity to work on holiday shopping or pick up something for yourself. Stop by to enjoy a tasty snack and a refreshing drink while you browse through an array of sweet, one-of-a-kind art pieces.
Waterloo Small Business Saturday
Come shop local in Waterloo and enjoy a festive day filled with great deals and community spirit! Many businesses will be open, offering special promotions, and participating in a Bingo raffle drawing for you to enter. Support your local shops this holiday season by finding unique gifts while enjoying the friendly atmosphere. I will be set up in the Maunesha Business Center at 119 East Madison Street, where for every $20 you spend, you can enter a drawing to win one of my beautiful handmade stained glass pieces. Don’t miss this chance to discover stunning artworks and support local businesses!
Palmyra/Eagle Holiday Bazaar
Come support local crafters and makers at a wonderful community event packed with creativity and charm! You’ll find many vendors showcasing unique handmade goods, including the Cub Scouts selling fresh evergreens and delicious cream puffs. High school clubs will also have items available for purchase, making it a perfect way to support the local youth. And of course, I’ll be there with my collection of handcrafted stained glass pieces, from vibrant suncatchers to detailed animal portraits. It’s a fun opportunity to find special gifts while celebrating local artistry!
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin This Pop-Up event will be featuring holiday-themed pieces and Americana art in honor of the upcoming Veterans Day. In addition to these seasonal and patriotic items, a variety of other unique handcrafted glass art will be available, making it a perfect opportunity to start your holiday shopping early. Stop by to enjoy a tasty snack and a refreshing drink while you browse through an array of sweet, one-of-a-kind art pieces.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin This Pop-Up event will be featuring holiday-themed pieces and Americana art in honor of the upcoming Veterans Day. In addition to these seasonal and patriotic items, a variety of other unique handcrafted glass art will be available, making it a perfect opportunity to start your holiday shopping early. Stop by to enjoy a tasty snack and a refreshing drink while you browse through an array of sweet, one-of-a-kind art pieces.
Cambridge Art and Craft Fair
This event usually marks the first craft fair in the area, bringing together a vibrant mix of vendors showcasing a wide variety of handmade goods. Visitors can explore unique, one-of-a-kind creations ranging from jewelry to home decor, all crafted with care and creativity. In addition to shopping, attendees have the chance to win exciting raffle prizes, adding an extra layer of fun to the experience. It’s a wonderful opportunity to support local artisans and find special treasures.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass fall pieces with a few Holiday pieces. I'll have an assortment of unique items to browse but mostly colorful fall art. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass fall item to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass fall pieces with a few Holiday pieces. I'll have an assortment of unique items to browse but mostly colorful fall art. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass fall item to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass fall and Halloween pieces. Along with this colorful fall and Halloween art, I'll have an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass fall item to brighten up your home as the days get shorter. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass fall and Halloween pieces. Along with this colorful fall and Halloween art, I'll have an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass fall item to brighten up your home as the days get shorter. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Waterloo Wiener and Kraut
This is the actual date for the Wiener and Kraut festivities! The entire city is buzzing with excitement, offering a lively mix of activities downtown and at Waterloo Firemen's Park. From delicious food vendors to fun games and live entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking to savor classic festival treats or explore unique crafts, you'll find plenty to see and do. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this vibrant community celebration!
Starting Wiener and Kraut Early
I will be setting up early for the Wiener and Kraut Festival in Waterloo. Come enjoy browsing my handmade stained glass pieces when it’s a little less busy, making it easier to find parking and take your time appreciating each unique creation. Look for my Precious Glass sign and be sure to stop by—I'd love to share the beauty of stained glass with you!
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass pets and other animals. Along with these various types of animals, I'll have an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass creature to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass birds. Along with these vibrant colored birds, you'll find an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass bird to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass birds. Along with these vibrant colored birds, you'll find an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass bird to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass flowers. Along with these vibrant floral pieces, you'll find an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass flower to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Pop-Up at Paradiddle's Cafe
Paradiddle's Cafe is located at 1003 N Monroe Street in Waterloo, Wisconsin. This Pop-Up event is featuring a beautiful collection of handmade stained glass flowers. Along with these vibrant floral pieces, you'll find an assortment of other unique items to browse. Stop by to enjoy some tasty goodies to eat and drink while picking out a stunning stained glass flower to brighten up your home. It’s the perfect chance to support local art and treat yourself to something truly special.
Wine, Beer and Cheese Walk
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED BY THE WATERLOO BUSINESS ASSOCIATION!! The Wine, Beer and Cheese Walk is shaping up to be a fantastic event! We've secured our wine selections, organizing the stops, and vendors are enthusiastically signing up to showcase their beautiful creations and products. I'll keep you updated on my exact location during the event, and I'll make it a point to share the finalized list of stops with you as soon as they're set. Stay tuned for more details! Here’s the link for info and to purchase tickets. Wine, Beer and Cheese Walk | Facebook
Paradiddle's 6th Annoversary
Join us for Paraddle's Cafe 6th Anniversary event! Indulge in a variety of delicious food, aromatic coffee, and explore a fantastic lineup of vendors. I’ll be showcasing some of my handcrafted stained glass pieces, so swing by early to pick out a beautiful suncatcher or panel to take home. Please note that I’ll be cutting out a bit early to attend a piano recital, so don’t miss the chance to find the perfect piece before I go! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Columbus Arbor Art, Craft and Vendor Fair
Join me in Columbus at the Firemen's Park Pavilion for the Arbor Day Celebration! I’ll be showcasing my hand-made stained glass pieces, including vibrant suncatchers, beautiful panels, and many other delightful pieces. It's a perfect opportunity to find unique treasures while enjoying the festivities. Come see me and bring a splash of color into your life!
Holiday Hours at 114 S Monroe Street, Waterloo
Today is your last chance to grab those beautiful handmade stained glass gifts for the holidays! Our store is open one final time, and we won’t be able to ship any more products on time after today. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to find that perfect suncatcher, panel and pottery gift that will shine brightly in your loved ones' homes. Come and get it before it’s too late!
Holiday Hours at 114 S Monroe Street, Waterloo
This is the third and last weekend for our Holiday Store hours! Don’t miss your chance to explore our delightful selection of handmade stained glass pieces and unique pottery, perfect for gift-giving or adding a festive touch to your home. We often unveil a few new items during this final weekend, so be sure to stop by and discover something special. Join us here in Waterloo for a warm and friendly shopping experience as the holiday season wraps up!