Friday, August 30, 2013

Fincastle Frolic

Last Friday, August 23, the Town of Fincastle hosted something they called the "Fincastle Frolic." It was basically an open house of about 15 businesses, some historic sites, and the county courthouse.
 
I estimate about 200 people or so turned out.
 

 
This is my friend Rena, who works at the library. The library stayed open and she was enjoying the guitar player.

 
They served refreshments. I'm a big library supporter and I baked and supplied some of those cookies.
 
 
Mr. Hearn played his guitar and sang songs.
 
 
 
Fincastle is a very lovely little town.
 
 
It was a beautiful evening and folks seemed to enjoy strolling the streets.
 
 
Musicians played at various locations, adding to the fun.
 
 
My friend Mary Beth, who is an acupuncturist, and her daughter.
 
The Sunshine House had children's activities.
 
 
My friend Lee, who runs the Sunshine House.
 
 
 
The Fincastle Herald office. The fellow on the right is the editor, Ed. Yes, that is really his name. Ed the editor.
 
 
 
My friend Peggy, one of the town's elegant ladies.
 
 
Young street musicians. The girl in the black hair is the daughter of my friend Cathy.
 
 
A shot of the street. That's Cathy on the right, in black and with a camera.
 
 
Balloons marked the entrance to the courthouse, where documents signed by illustrious national founders such as Thomas Jefferson and George Washington were on display.
 
 
I thought it was a nice little event, and it was good to see folks wandering about the town. Generally Fincastle rolls up the sidewalks at 6 p.m. and the town stands empty.

7 comments:

  1. Great photos Anita. Thank you.

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  2. Wow, Really Fincastle looking beautiful and an interesting city in your photographs...

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  3. oh i wanted to go to this but unfortunately nick was in a golf tourney that day and didn't want to walk around, blah! it was fun seeing your photos!

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  4. I didn't even know it was going on that day... oh well....

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  5. Looks like a nice town and nice event. I love that old brick.

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  6. Great pics Sis. Nice to see the town done up for a change.

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  7. I heard Mr. Hearn was great. We keep talking about playing guitars together, but never manage to do so. I hope they do it again next year!

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