NARROWSBURG, NY — Riverfest is always hot, and this year was no exception. Some relief was found in the misting tent, which was a delight to the children and to hot adults. Nonetheless, the annual festival, which celebrates the arts, the environment and ecology, was packed with makers, vendors, information booths from area organizations and civic groups, and fabulous food. 

The River Reporter was on hand, asking  festival-goers a two-part question: What do you want to see in your town? and What can you contribute to your community? Answers ranged from pledges to volunteer for emergency services, to teaching Chinese, and to hosting media-literacy courses. (See page 6 for more information.) 

The Farm Arts Collective, pictured above, serenaded the street just before the annual poster auction. That’s where 55 posters by area artists received bids from an enthusiastic crowd. The auction is a major fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.