Press Photos by Christopher Boucher The sixth annual Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival brought enthusiasts to Macungie Memorial Park Sept. 24 and 25. ABOVE: The event is coordinated by Allison Mackenzie and Hedge Becker. Mackenzie started the yearly gathering as a way to appeal to the large fiber community within eastern Pennsylvania.

The Sanctuary at Haafsville is one of many organizations in attendance at the Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival Sept. 24. The sanctuary is a nonprofit animal shelter looking for donations that can be used to fund a new cat trailer. Donations of towels, laundry detergent and kitten formula also are welcomed.

The Second Saturday Spinners also attended the annual festival. The spinners always welcome new members.