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Colonial craft fair moved to October

AndoverApr 23, 20261 min read

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The committee voted 5-1 to move the Colonial Craft Fair from July 18 to October 3, 2026, citing expected summer travel and the goal of improving attendance.

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250th Anniversary Committee

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The Colonial Craft Fair will now take place on October 3 instead of July 18. The committee also approved $500 for flags, $800 for anniversary displays in CVS windows, and up to $1,250 for volunteer and staff vests. Planning continued for the May 25 Revolutionary War Park rededication and the July 8 reading of the Declaration of Independence and concert.

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Moved the Colonial Craft Fair from July 18, 2026, to October 3, 2026, by a 5-1 vote.
Approved a $500 expenditure for eight flags by unanimous vote.
Approved an $800 expenditure for CVS window displays by unanimous vote.
Approved up to $1,250 for anniversary vests by unanimous vote.
Approved the April 9, 2026, meeting minutes as amended by unanimous vote.

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