Colors Festival of the Arts Returns To Roswell

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This weekend will bring a flurry of arts, crafts and entertainment into downtown Roswell.

The 25th annual Colors Festival of the Arts will return to the Roswell Town Square from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 9 and 10.

Presented by Roswell Junior Woman’s Club and Visit Roswell Convention and Visitors Bureau, the beautiful flowers of spring will combine with beauty created from sparkling glass, an array of paintings, photography, captivating jewelry, whimsical sculptures and a wide array of original arts and crafts the entire family will find enjoyable.

Artists and craftsmen arrive from areas around the southeast, joining with Roswell and north Fulton artists to present a magnificent show.

Entertainment is scheduled throughout the day and ranges from storytelling to vocalists, instrumentalists to dance performances.

Saturday’s music lineup includes:

Kenny Sumner - singer songwriter
Studio 23 - Dance Group
Harm’s Way - singer songwriter
Ashley Harris Music LLC - Singer songwriter
The Woody’s Unplugged - Classic Rock

Sunday’s roundup includes:

North Fulton School of Music - singing and piano music
Satin Alley Jazz - Jazz
Ryan Boss - Blues/Rock
Peachy Pyron - Country
Elkins Pointe Orchestra - Middle School Orchestra
Julie Gribble - Southern Rock

An array of festive food vendors will be on hand to satisfy the appetite. Residents will be able to browse at their own pace and purchase those items that will complement one’s sense of style.

Coordinated and presented by the Roswell Junior Woman’s Club, the event raises funds that support the numerous charitable and community programs the club sponsors.

As a convenience for festival attendees, a free shuttle will run from Roswell City Hall to the Town Square on both days.

For more information, visit the Roswell Visitors Bureau’s website.

Photo: Hans Meier’s wood puzzles are a hit with young and old. Children enjoy watching him make his creations right in his tent. Credit: Roswell Visitors Center