Come to The Journal’s third annual Street Fair Aug. 10 in Salisbury

The Lakeville Journal and The Millerton News will host our third annual Street Fair on Academy Street in Salisbury on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This community celebration features more than 30 area nonprofits, live music, food, children’s face painting and more.

Danny Tieger will perform a special musical set for children at noon and Northwest Passage will perform afterward. Mortal Beasts & Deities will show off their stilt-walking prowess throughout the event.

The Lakeville Hose Company Ladies Auxiliary will sell burgers and dogs. Other food vendors include Cousins Maine Lobster, Great Cape Baking and Crepe Royale.

In addition, Salisbury merchants will host their annual Tent Sale in downtown Salisbury from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit Honeychurch Home, Johnnycake Books, Karen LeSage Fine Art, Rosemary Rose Finery and Salisbury General Store for discounts, clearance and discontinued items.

The Salisbury Association will be open all day with their latest exhibit on The Corner Food Pantry which provides food to individuals and families in the tri-state area. The Association will also distribute information on volunteering in our community.

Academy Street will be closed beginning at 10 a.m. for the duration of the Street Fair. Parking for Labonne’s will be accessible via Library Street.

Thanks to our sponsors — NBT Bank, Harney & Sons Fine Teas and Sharon Lawn & Landscape.

For more information, email publisher@lakevillejournal.com

The views expressed here are not necessarily those of The Lakeville Journal and The Journal does not support or oppose candidates for public office.

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