BETHEL – Bethel Common will be the scene of 50-plus artists and fine crafts-people showing and selling their wares during the 17th Annual Bethel Art Fair July 1. There will also be live entertainment from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the gazebo.

Bring a lawn chair and sit back to listen to the music of Jewel Clark, Don Katlin and Connie St. Pierre. Children may get their faces painted and create their own works of art, compliments of the Mahoosuc Kids Association.

The fair will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will end with a display of fireworks. FMI: www.bethelmaine.com; or e-mail [email protected]; or call 1-800-442-5826.