“Crab Man” returns To Medford Leas Craft Fair on Dec. 8

Wood sculptor Mort Yeomans, a resident of Medford Leas at Lumberton, has added sea horses to his popular Shore Collection of Crab and Lobster carvings in addition to cherry wood ear rings, pendants and broaches for the annual Medford Leas Holiday Craft Fair to be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, at the Medford campus located on Route 70 in Medford.

Last year, to Yeoomans’ delight and surprise, his Crabs and Lobsters were sold out by mid-day and he had to take orders for the balance of the day. Yeomans was further surprised months later when strangers greeted him with — “Hello, Crab Man.” Having earned his way through college making silver jewelry, his talent and creativity are not surprising, and anyone lucky enough to tour his home would be astonished at the whales, Bison, eagles, totem pole, etc. that grace the decor.

The Medford Leas Holiday Craft Fair is a juried event in its sixth year. The broad array of items offers a wide range of prices and categories to make the chances of finding a gift for that friend or relative who are always difficult, much easier.

“Most of the crafters who participated last year are returning,” said Art Hartwig, Medford Leas resident and fair coordinator. “And, we are delighted to have three new ones. They are Harry Silvers, of nearby Shamong, with hand-made Shaker Oval Boxes, Katherine Cheetham Glass’ of Oaklyn, with a variety of gifts, and Sharon Turk of Mickleton, of Simply Posh Bags.”

This year, a new gift-wrapping and shipping service is offered for items purchased at the craft fair. Attendees must bring the name and address of the gift recipient and volunteers will handle the rest.

The Medford Leas is located at 1 Medford Leas Way in Medford, with an entrance off Route 70 near the junction of Route 541 (Main St., Medford).

For further information or directions call (609) 654–3000 or visit the website www.medfordleas.org.