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Mountain Craft Days at the Somerset Historical Center, September 11-13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 125 craftspeople and artisans interpreting western Pennsylvania rural heritage. Draws nearly 10,000 visitors. Adults $10, youth $5, under 6 free. Free parking.

Fayette County Fair, July 30-August 8, at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in Dunbar, PA. Ten days of livestock, rides, entertainment, demolition derbies, and fair food. Visit fayettefair.com for the daily schedule.

Fort Necessity Battle Anniversary, July 3, Farmington PA. Marking the 1754 Battle of Fort Necessity – the young George Washington’s first major engagement – at Fort Necessity National Battlefield. Special programming at this National Park Service site.

Mountain Area Fair in Farmington, PA, June 23-27 (Car Show June 21). A week of traditional fair activities at the Farmington Volunteer Fire Department. Rides, livestock, entertainment, food, and more. Visit mtareafair.org for details.

4th Annual Fayette County Fiber Festival at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in Dunbar, June 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. Hand-dyed yarns, raw fleeces, artisan goods, food trucks, and a new Fleece to Shawl Demonstration.

Spirit of the River Wine and Art Festival in downtown Ohiopyle, May 30, 11 a.m. Free to attend. 50+ craft vendors, food trucks, live music, and wine and spirits tastings ($25 ticket for tasting area). Supports Ohiopyle Borough and local organizations.