The 29th Annual 2007 Valle Country FairAll photos and illustrations by Pat Johns©2007
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The event was started 29 years ago by the Holy Cross Episcopal Church to raise money for its facilities. Today it raises money for many local charities. In 2006, they raised over $40,000. 
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Local charities helped include The Children's Council of Watauga County, Western Youth Network, Hunger & Health Coalition, Watauga Humane Society, W. A. M. Y. Community Action, Watauga Country Health Department Child Service Coordination Program and the Parent to Parent Family Support Network. 
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Crafts vendors are chosen through a jury system. The organizers choose a wide variety of arts and crafts for maximum appeal to visitors. 
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There are musical and dance performances throughout the day on two stages. Performers include local clogging groups and bands with a variety of musical styles. Of prime importance to many Valle Country Fair visitors is the food! This North Carolina Mountain fair is famous for its Brunswick stew and carrot cake. This years' large attendance caused some vendors to sell out of crowd favorites. 
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The Valle Country Fair is a must-attend annual event for many local citizens and visitors to the North Carolina Mountains. It is a beautiful time of year to get out in the beauty of a mountain Fall season. |
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While admission to the Valle Country Fair is free, money is raised with the $5 parking charges and percentage tithings made by fair vendors.