CANTON, GA -- Riverfest 2003 Arts and Crafts Festival scheduled for September 27 and 28, 2003 - RAIN OR SHINE.   The Service League         of Cherokee County once again will be hosting the 19th Annual Riverfest Arts and Crafts Festival   in Canton, Georgia on September 27 and 28.  The Service League of Cherokee County is a non-profit organization    comprised of seventy-five women who volunteer time and efforts to help underprivileged children  in Cherokee County, Georgia. All proceeds from Riverfest are used   to assist needy children   in Cherokee County.

A juried show, this Southern Celebration        features over 200 talented artists and craftsmen exhibiting and demonstrating their creations.  The Children’s Area, fully encircled by a steam    locomotive complete with tunnels, is full of rides, games, a petting zoo and other activities.  On the stage of the Entertainment Area are bands, local artists, dancers and special performances.  While enjoying the entertainment, feast on  an array of festival foods and browse the Gourmet Market Place for confections to take home.  Door prizes donated by exhibitors are awarded throughout  the show.

Riverfest will be open on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Sunday, September 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Admission is a $5.00  donation for Adults and  children under 12 are free.  Riverfest is located in Boling Park on Highway   5  in Canton, Georgia.  The area is Handicap Accessible.

From Atlanta, take  I-75 to I-575 North, Exit 16 to Highway 5 and follow the signs.  From Roswell, take Highway 140 West to Canton and follow the signs.

For more information contact Janet Merryman or Terry Sams, Riverfest 2003 Publicity Co-Chairs, at 770-704-5991, P. O. Box 1132, Canton, GA  30169.