Millerton Street Fair set June 28

MILLERTON — Bringing together local nonprofits and businesses with families and neighbors, the Millerton Street Fair will be Saturday, June 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the village center.

“The Millerton Street Fair will celebrate everything we love about this community — its spirit, its dedication to service and its creative energy,” said James Clark, publisher and CEO of The Millerton News.

The event, hosted by The Millerton News with the support of North East Community Center (NECC) and the Millerton Business Alliance (MBA), will feature live music from John Stey from 10:15 a.m. to noon and the Resilience Brass Band from 12:15 to 2 p.m.

Bee Bee the Clown will perform and make balloon animals while students from Webutuck High School will offer face painting.

Area nonprofits will have a spotlight on the lawn in front of the Millerton Inn and local retail and dining establishments will be open with special promotions. NECC’s Farmer’s Market will run during the event.

All are invited to enjoy a lively day on Main Street. For full event details, visit millertonnews.com/street-fair.

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