Monroe, NC –The Union County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers announce a call for vendors and exhibitors for the 2022 Union County Heritage Festival, Saturday September 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Union County Agricultural and Events Center in Monroe. The event is a celebration of the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of Union County. This marks the ninth year of the event. The Union County Heritage Festival is seeking vendors and exhibitors in the following categories: arts and crafts, natural products, garden, farm and agricultural, cultural and community, nature and science, health and fitness, and recycling and conservation. Indoor and outdoor booth spaces are available. Vendor booth fees are $25 for outdoor spaces, and $50 or $60 for indoor booths. Non-profit booth fees are $0 outdoors, and $25 or $35 for indoor booths. After August 1st all fees increase by $25. Applications are available on the website: https://www.unioncountyheritagefestival.org/vendor-documents The day begins at 8 a.m. with the Wild Turkey 5K Trail Run and Walk, with sign up options for the On-site 5K or Run Anywhere 5K. Proceeds benefit the Carolina Waterfowl Rescue. The Heritage Festival features a vendor fair, exhibitors, food trucks, live entertainment, kids creative and educational activities, raffle prizes, and free talks and cooking demonstrations. Heritage Festival guests will also enjoy the 4-H Expo going on simultaneously featuring club displays, a horse show, livestock show, rabbit and poultry shows, a bake off, safety demonstrations, and a talent showcase. The Union County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Association: The Union County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers’ mission is to foster a partnership to create a sustainable community through education and implementation.