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“Our 75th Dogwood Festival is a time-honored tradition that has had a strong evolution and continues to receive extensive community support,” said Alida Ward, co-minister. “We will be featuring long-time arts and crafts vendors, as well as several new artisans and craftspeople this year. The weekend-long events are shaping up to be some of our most comprehensive and exciting events of the year in Fairfield and perhaps since the Festival’s inception,” she added.
More than 40 New England artisans offering unique, handmade wares will be participating in the weekend-long Festival events. There will also be live musical performances, as well as crafts and games for children. Of special note is Kate's Korner, the Dogwood Festival's vintage treasures sale, including items such as clothes, toys, books, furniture, glassware and kitchen items. New to the Festival this year is Kate's Collectables for finer items: antiques, art, jewelry, and decorative pieces.
“A portion of monies raised will support local, national and international charities like Operation Hope, Children At Risk Fund, Janus House, St. Luke’s Food Pantry, and Frazier Memorial for the Dakota Indians with the balance of the fundraising to support the church mission and vision as part of the fabric of the local community,” said David Rowe, co-minister.
According to Mary Little, long-time church member, Dogwood Festival volunteer, and granddaughter of one of the Dogwood Festival founders Anna Gray Porter, “It is so rewarding to witness generations of families roll up their sleeves and contribute to the Festival’s success.” Little added, “Our own family has been involved for generations and it speaks volumes for the fellowship and community that Greenfield Hill Church has inspired and supported for decades.”