The site of the festival will be the campus of James Sprunt Community College, Kenansville. Organizers of the event say the main purposes of the festival will be information sharing within the community and celebrating the value of cultural differences and similarities. Because this is an opportunity to showcase what Duplin County has to offer its citizens, participation is invited from all county agencies, civic and social organizations, educational institutions, health care organizations, churches, and local government, organizers said in a press release. Arts and crafts representative of different cultures are particularly encouraged. Groups and individual who have particular talents in musical performance, dance, or other areas are needed.
Interest is particularly in areas demonstrating cultural diversity.
These foods can be sold, and there will be no vendor charge. However, groups must have approval from the festival organizers before vending any food items. Recreation opportunities for both children and adults are needed throughout the day. Volunteers to help organize and operate recreational activities will also be needed. The International Festival is planned for Saturday, September 11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at James Sprunt Community College.