Third Annual Blackberry Festival a sweet success

Danny Federico  reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Jasper residents and visitors from the surrounding areas convened at Jasper City Park on Saturday, June 21, for Riverbend News’ Third Annual Blackberry Festival. The event, which ran from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., featured a variety of vendors and activities for individuals of all ages. Attendees were treated to a selection of food vendors selling barbecue, drinks, cookies, snow cones and even ice cream. Beyond the culinary delights, the festival also showcased an array of products available for purchase from local crafters. Among the wide selection of items was permanent jewelry, 3D printed items, handmade quilts and crocheted items, pai