Calling all crafters! St. Philip’s Church, 12 Hodge St., Wiscasset, will be holding its 65th annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Both inside and outside spaces are available. For the few remaining inside spaces, the charge is $35, while an outside space is a bargain at $25. Crafters are responsible for their own tables and awnings. Electrical outlets are available for both inside and outside spaces.

Viewed by many, both locals and visitors, as the kick-off event of the area’s summer season, the St. Philip’s Strawberry Festival at 65 years is definitely an institution.

The star of the event is the very generous helping of luscious native strawberries dished up on a big, beautiful homemade biscuit and topped off with either locally made ice cream or real whipped cream.

The hot dog stand will be in operation for those who need a little something prior to dessert. Who can eat just one dog? But save room for the shortcake!

Quarts of strawberries to take away will, as always, be available; let us do the picking for you. The ever-popular Bargain Basement will be open, full of amazingly good deals. A bake table full of scrumptious homemade items, children’s area, plant table, and a silent auction event will help to make the day a merry one for the whole family. At noontime, patrons can take part in the good old-fashioned pie auction: great fun and with delectable, homemade pies going to the highest bidders.

To reserve a space, crafters should call St. Philip’s at 882-7184. Leave name, address, and phone number where to be reached for Gretchen Johnson, crafter coordinator.