When the organizers of the holiday bazaar at Ironville United Methodist Church say they have something for everyone, they're not kidding. The church's annual event will feature craft vendors, a white elephant room, a kids' area and lots of homemade food.

The bazaar will be held at the church, 4020 Holly Drive, Columbia, on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

"We will have 17 outside vendors selling crafts and 24 vendors in all, including the church tables," said Marge Osborne, who is on the bazaar committee. Vendors will sell sewn and knitted items, jewelry, primitive decor and more. A group of women from the church get together regularly to make craft items that will be for sale as well, and Marge will sell homemade aprons, among other items. Her husband, Bob, who is also on the committee, will sell painted Christmas balls.

"We'll also have a bake sale table, where we have Amish apple dumplings," Marge said, noting that sugar-free options will be available as well.

The baked goods table is always a popular spot, said bazaar committee member William Bulett.

"Come to our bazaar because of the fabulous food," he shared. "We have many great bakers in this church."

Along with cakes, pies, cookies and more, food will include homemade chicken corn soup and homemade barbecue, as well as hot dogs, chips and drinks.

"You can eat here at tables we set up or take your food to go," said bazaar committee member Wendy Wissinger. "We also sell soup to go by the quart."

Wendy; William; and William's wife, Linda, work in the white elephant room of the bazaar, collecting items for several weeks leading up to the event.

"The idea of the white elephant room is most of things are not priced," Linda said, adding that shoppers can pay what they feel the item is worth to them. Some nicer items are priced, she noted.

White elephant items include Christmas and other holiday decor, kitchen items, housewares and much more.

"Items are all donated by church members, family and friends," William said.

Across the hall from the white elephant room, a kids' area will be set up, with toys and books for sale.

"We will also have someone in that room doing crafts with any children who are interested," Wendy said.

A silent auction will be featured at the bazaar as well, with opportunities to win a variety of items.

"What we have in the auction varies every year depending on what we can get," Wendy said. "We've had quilts in the past, flower arrangements, gift cards, plants." Silent auction winners do not need to be present to win.

The church has held the bazaar for decades, providing a fun community event. Proceeds are used to support church projects and outreach missions.

"It's a really fun day," Linda said, encouraging people to come to the bazaar. "It's kind of like we're one big family, because people come back year after year."

Parking is available in a large lot at the church. People should enter the bazaar in the back of the building. The entrance and bazaar space are handicapped-accessible, and a handicapped-accessible restroom is available inside.

Ironville United Methodist Church holds Sunday worship service at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call the church at 717-684-8072 or visit http://www.ironvilleumc.org.