
67th Annual Plant and Craft Fair at First Parish on the Bedford Common
BEDFORD: The First Parish Plant Fair’s long-time tradition began in the side yard of the Fitch Tavern—about 70 years ago. The Joslins lived there, and were members of First Parish. Avid gardeners, they and their fellow members, Betty Balfour and Eva Schafer, and friends thought it would be a lovely idea to share their plants. It was such a good idea, it eventually outgrew the side yard, and moved across the street to the Town Common.
That’s where it will be again this year—after a hiatus of 3 years, the event is returning May 20 from 10am-3pm (rain or shine), as not only a Plant Fair with knowledgeable people available for advice about your plants or garden, but a Craft Fair with a good number of vendors - including local artists and crafters. Children will enjoy the day as well, with Chip-In Farm sharing farm animals to pet and touch. Crafts and other children’s activities will also be available! Jersey Mikes and other food vendors will be there to supply sustenance!
Proceeds from the plant and craft sale will support the work of The First Parish. In addition to other programs, First Parish supports local initiatives including Bedford Community Table and the weekly Food Bank; Bedford Embraces Diversity; the Annual Tenacity Challenge at the Bedford High School; and the Bedford Family Connection.
For more information, find this event on Facebook. Do you want to be a vendor at the Fair? Sign up HERE.
That’s where it will be again this year—after a hiatus of 3 years, the event is returning May 20 from 10am-3pm (rain or shine), as not only a Plant Fair with knowledgeable people available for advice about your plants or garden, but a Craft Fair with a good number of vendors - including local artists and crafters. Children will enjoy the day as well, with Chip-In Farm sharing farm animals to pet and touch. Crafts and other children’s activities will also be available! Jersey Mikes and other food vendors will be there to supply sustenance!
Proceeds from the plant and craft sale will support the work of The First Parish. In addition to other programs, First Parish supports local initiatives including Bedford Community Table and the weekly Food Bank; Bedford Embraces Diversity; the Annual Tenacity Challenge at the Bedford High School; and the Bedford Family Connection.
For more information, find this event on Facebook. Do you want to be a vendor at the Fair? Sign up HERE.