The 31st annual Pocono State Craft Festival will be held Aug. 26-27 at Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in Stroudsburg. The event, co-sponsored by the Pocono Arts Council and the Pocono Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, celebrates the heritage, beauty and quality of Pennsylvania Crafts.

Crafts will include pottery, jewelry, metal, stained glass, wood, baskets, leather, folk art, fine art, photography, soap, gourmet foods and art-to-wear.Demonstrations will bring to life the creative process - from raw material to finished product. All craftsmen will be available to discuss their individual work and provide patrons with an opportunity to purchase unique, high quality crafts.In addition, patrons will enjoy the surroundings and history of Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. The farm buildings, animals and gardens will be open to give visitors a taste of a bygone era on a Pennsylvania German farm.There will be bluegrass and gospel music by the Lost Ramblers on Saturday and the Dixieland sounds on Sunday. An interactive children's area and festival foods will offer something for everyone.Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, rain or shine.For directions and a $1 off coupon, visit

www.poconocrafts.com or call 570-476-4460.