~Photos by Bobbie Toner

The first ever ArtsUnion’s AgriCultural Festival took place at ArtFarm in Somerville on Sunday.

The festival is a celebration of everything we grow from the earth, and the people who grow it. This fantastical festival celebrated Somerville farmers, artists and new urban agricultural initiatives. Attendees came out and shared about what they grow and learned from local growers.

The festival included displays of local produce, bees and chickens, chances for urban agriculturists to share knowledge, hands on demonstrations, and participatory art.

There was square dancing for beginners and experienced square dancers, led by Old-Time Square Dance with the Dead Sea Squirrels and caller Tony Parkes as well as food from local vendors.

This festival is an ArtsUnion production put on the City of Somerville Arts Council as well as many local artists and community partners.