PRESS PHOTOS BY SAMANTHA ANDERSONJoseph Veshinfsky, of Catasauqua, has a number of peppers on display during The Great Allentown Fair, held Sept. 2-7 at Allentown Fairgrounds. The theme, in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday, was “Something Old, Something New, Forever Red, White and Blue.”

Veshinfsky’s organic vegetables win a Best in Show ribbon at the fair.

Joseph Veshinfsky, of Catasauqua, wins third place for this display of vegetables at The Great Allentown Fair, held Sept. 2-7 at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The theme, in celebration of the country’s 250th birthday, was “Something Old, Something New, Forever Red, White and Blue.”

Marcy Reichgott, of Catasauqua, is awarded a fourth-place ribbon for her sweater entry.

Joe Kaczmarek, of Catasauqua, receives a blue ribbon for his African violets.

Michele Kaczmarek, of Catasauqua, is awarded first place for her festive needlework pillow.

Veshinfsky wins a blue ribbon for his hanging basket.