February 20, 2015 – The Johnston, S.C., Peach Blossom Festival is now accepting applications for those who sell arts and crafts and for food vendors for the 32^nd Festival, which will be held May 2, 2015.

Those interested in having a crafter’s space at this year’s Festival should contact Missy Cleveland, (803) 480-7286; 501 Weaver Road, Johnston, SC 29832, clevelandbrian@bellsouth.net.

Food vendors who are interested in participating should contact Noah Peterson, (803) 480-0135, P.O. Box 282, Johnston, SC 29832, amossonsfh@yahoo.com.

Last year, thousands of patrons descended on Johnston to enjoy the day set aside to honor the peach industry, which has been so important in the development of the area. Each year, the Town goes all out with the Festival to remind citizens about the peach industry and to open its arms to visitors.

The popular Festival is also taking applications for individuals, organizations or businesses interested in being a part of event.

Applications and expressions of interest are also now being accepted in the following areas:

• Parade: Roger Lamb, (803) 275-0438, 505 Roland Ave., Johnston, SC 29832;
• Rides: Debra Aston, (803) 275-2345, 416 Lee St., Suite 2, Johnston, SC 29832, astond@bellsouth.net.
• Pageant: The pageant will be held March 28. Applications can be mailed to Gina Logue, 1129 Hwy. 378 East, Edgefield SC, 29824, 637-5383; or for more information contact Janice Cleveland, (803) 334-2507, Jcleveland@edgefield.k12.sc.us;
• Corporate and Dance Sponsorships: Dean Campbell, (803) 275-3635, 802 Ouzts St., Johnston, SC 29832, pdeanc@bellsouth.net; and
• Program Book Ads: Debra Aston, (803) 275-2345, 416 Lee St., Suite 2, Johnston, SC 29832, astond@bellsouth.net.

In addition to the areas listed above, the Festival also has a Friday, May 1, street dance in downtown Johnston, designed especially for families.

The Johnston Development Corporation, a non-profit volunteer organization, sponsors the Festival. The Corporation works to aid the community in areas such as economic development, education, recreation, historic preservation, tourism, scientific and cultural opportunities, and continued promotion of Johnston.

To learn more about the Festival or the Johnston Development Corporation, visit the website at http://www.johnstondevelopmentcorp.org/.