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Arts and crafts on display at festival
29th annual Festival on the Square promises cloggers, bands and food

CLAY IN CLAY: Mark Markgerstahn of Work Pottery talks to visitors about his beautiful pottery birdhouses during the 2007 "Festival on the Square."
Clay County Historical and Arts Council (CCCH&AC) kicks off its 29th annual " Festival on the Square" on Friday, July 11 at 7 p.m. with a street dance beside the Hayesville Square. Dancing with calls by Bob Dalsemer and music by "The Dog Branch Cats" swing in a fun-filled and action-packed weekend.

Entertainment continues Saturday, July 12, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, July 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with the "John C. Campbell Folk School Cloggers", traditional and bluegrass music with Don Fox and Kerry Warpington, "Cheaper Than Therapy" a -cappella ensemble, "Sweetheart Cloggers", great original tunes of "Mo Buckner and Tim Brown", and banjo pickin' group "Penlands Shopeasy Band" composed of David Ledford, Kenneth Ledford and Alvin Ledford.

On Sunday, July 13, the familiar bands " Butternut Creek", "Gnarly Fingers", and duo " Trees Leave" perform.

Handmade arts and crafts by over 70 artists including gourd art, pottery, stained glass, jewelry, wood art, painting, and more are exhibited. Shop for that perfect accent for your home or look for that unusual gift for that someone special.

The CCH&AC prepares a wonderful barbeque plate, chicken or pork, complete with cole slaw and beans for $6.00. Barbeque sandwiches are $3.00, and hotdogs are $1.50. Icy cold drinks are available also.

"Bring a chair and stay awhile" enjoying the continuous entertainment on the shaded Hayesville Square and support the Clay County Historical and Arts Council. It's free admission to the public, but please leave all pets at home for the safety and enjoyment of others.

Want to go?

d July 11 at 7 p.m. d July 12 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. d July 13 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. d At the Square downtown.
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