The Blue Crab Arts and Crafts Festival will be held July 1-2 in Hartfield on the grounds of the Chesapeake Bay Croquet Club at 1860 Twiggs Ferry Road. The festival is featuring original, handcrafted works of art with an emphasis on quality craftsmanship.

Festival planners are looking for artists, craftsmen and musicians who are interested in sharing their creativity with the local community.

Vendor spots cost $50 and there is a half-off refund to all vendors who have at least one croquet-related item for sale. To reserve a spot in the festival, reply to lead festival planner Macey White at maceywhite@gmail.com. The club will judge the quality and originality of each arts and crafts booth and make awards to the best booths.

This is the first year for the festival and more than 40 vendors, artists and craftsmen have already signed up. It is expected that come festival time, there will be 80 or more vendors, including food trucks, arts/crafts, items for sale, and 1,500+ attendee...