The Saratoga Blossom Festival Is Going Strong.

The Saratoga Blossom Festival will take place on June 8 from 10 to 4.  The festival was originally rained out in April.  The festival features arts and crafts, live music, City and local organizations, vintage cars and lots of children’s activities.

The historic event will have unique crafts from handmade pillows, exotic bath items, one of a kind jewelry, blown glass, handmade cards and more.  If you are interested in gardening the Master Gardeners will be on hand to give advice and the OrchardKeepers can advise you on pruning tips.

Over 8 bands will keep you toe tapping to old time music, jazz, soft rock, cowpoke music and more.  The musicians will be located in the orchard and near the Warner Hutton House.

And there’s more with an opportunity to see antique cars and talk to the owners. A petting zoo will delight people of all ages.  The fire fighters will also have a display and chance to climb on the truck. A tai chi group will show you how to exercise and meditate. We also have a special film of a historic house and  orchard that will be shown at 1:30 in the library.  And of course, gourmet food trucks will also be on hand.

The Blossom Festival is located in the Heritage Orchard and Civic Center Courtyard at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue in Saratoga.  Free parking, free admission and free fun!! Extra parking is at West Valley College parking lot 4.

The Blossom Festival is a historic festival originating in 1900 when this area was known as the valley of hearts and running until WWW 2.  It was brought back by the Saratoga Historical Foundation 10 years ago and continues to delight the community. Produced by the Saratoga Historical Foundation with information at www.saratogahistory.com or 408-867-4311.