The Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., September 16 and 17, at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center, in Punta Gorda, with 90 practitioners, readers, artists, authors, demonstrations and merchandise vendors. There will also be animal communicators, face painting for kids and adults, aura photography and more. Many speakers and special guests are scheduled to make presentations and lead workshops throughout both days on a wide variety of topics. Free parking is provided and healthy food will be available.

“Our event last year was the biggest and best of the year!” says producer Mary Ellen Popyk. “We have vendors from across the country for this year’s show. This will be one of the largest gatherings of crystal vendors in Florida, plus the best readers and practitioners around.”

Admission is $12/each day, $18/both days, free for under 12. Discounts available online. Location: 75 Taylor St. For more information and registration, call 321-313-2543 or visit SpiritFestUSA.com.