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Ponchatoula is “Strawberry Capital of the World”. Our delicious strawberries are available from November to April. Strawberry farmers past and present have been honored with the “Strawberry Farmer Wall of Fame” located in front of city hall. In 2001 the Louisiana Legislature selected the strawberry as the state fruit. Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is held in April of every year and is the second largest festival in the state. For more information on the festival please visit www.lastrawberryfestival.com

Ponchatoula Antique Appraisal Fair

Starts: Saturday, October 11, 2008 @ 9:00AM CST

Ends: Saturday, October 11, 2008 @ 4:00PM CST

Location: Behind the Country Market

What is it? What is it worth? Those are the questions many people have about their treasures. Whether heirlooms that were past down or a piece of the past you picked up at an estate sale. Come visit us on October 11th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm for Ponchatoula’s own mini version of the Antiques Road Show. Sponsored by the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce.
The event will be held on the rear deck of the Country Market (follow the signs). The appraisers expected to be available will be, elegant and depression glass, pottery, porcelain , furniture, jewelry, coins, toys and general merchandise. A small charge of $5.00 for 1 item or $10.00 for three. For specific information on what appraisers will be on hand please contact Fredyne @ 985-386-0083 the week prior to the event. For general info call 1-800-617-4502 or visit www.ponchatoulachamber.com.