The Catskill Chronicle

Story and photos by Carol Montana

LIBERTY, NY – What better place to celebrate our nation’s independence than in a town whose very name invokes what we were fighting for during the Revolutionary War?

The Annual Liberty Festival in Liberty, NY took place on Sunday, July 4, and was a day-long festival, which included entertainment, arts, crafts, antique cars, a parade and plenty of food and fun. 

More than two blocks worth of vendors lined Main Street, selling everything from fancy flip-flops to flea-market treasures, along with food and drinks and sweets.

At noon, the 17th Annual 4th of July Parade took place showcasing fire trucks, antique cars, politicians and community groups. Prior to and following the parade was plenty of entertainment featuring dance, music and even a watermelon eating contest.

The event was sponsored by: The Village of Liberty, The Catskill Shopper, The Liberty Chamber of Commerce, The Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department and The Liberty Community Development Corporation.

Here’s a small sampling of photos from the event. More photos can be accessed by clicking the link below.

To view more photos or to purchase prints from Liberty Festival 2010, visit The Catskill Chronicle on Zenfolio.