The Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 23rd Annual Native American Art Festival July 17 & 18, 2010. More than 50 of the Southwest’s finest American Indian artists will display and sell their handmade jewelry, paintings, rugs and other authentic Indian artwork ar the Blue Ridge High School, 1300 West White Mountain Blvd. This is a juried event (only handmade/handcrafted items allowed). The original artist must be present. Hours are Saturday (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) and Sunday (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Admission is $5.00 at the Gate or $4.00 in Advance.

There will be a Pre-Show at Hon-Dah Resort & Casino and Conference Center on July 16, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A select group of artists will have the opportunity to display and sell their artwork during the evening. Tickets for the Pre-Show will be available at the Chamber of Commerce.