As the departure of the summer season nears, autumn is slowly breezing in on the dewy sunrise mornings and early sunset evenings. It is well-known that attending the Annual Union County Heritage Festival is a kick-off to the magical fall season here in Union County. The festival attracts all realms of people as there are vendors, contests, foods, and demonstrations to meet every expectation. For the second year, in conjunction with the 2018 festival, UT Extension Union County will host a Hay Bale Decorating Contest to add some character to the town for visitors and citizens to enjoy. This year the theme of the contest is inspired by the Appalachian Quilt Trail that displays large quilt squares on barn walls throughout the region. The "Quilts of Union County" contest invites all businesses, clubs, organizations, committees, schools, and groups to enter. It is simple to enter, just complete the electronic form below and send in by the September 26th deadline. Decorations can be as simple or as creative as you wish. See entry form for complete rules. We look to grow from last year's successful event. If you have questions, please direct those to ashley.mike@utk.edu or 865-992-8038.