Archive for August 17, 2009
Everybody Loves A Parade…
by John Weckerle
…Except maybe those who don’t go to them.
The Town of Edgewood kicked off its 10th birthday celebration with its second major annual parade. Coordinated with the Edgewood Chamber of Commerce, the parade was a huge success. Participants marched along Route 66 from the Mail and Copy location eastward to the Red Arrow campground, waving and tossing goodies to the kids (some of them pretty big) in the crowd along the sidwalks. Local dignitaries and state officials were joined by the Pinto Pride Marching band; equestrian and cowboy shooting groups; law enforcement and rescue organizations; miniature horses; donkeys; tractors; trucks; floats; a variety of costumed characters; clowns; and “wild animals” representing Wildlife West Nature Park. For those who missed the parade, or who would like to see highlights to remind them of the fun they had, we’ve prepared a short photo slide show.
Harvest Time!
Blacksmith Demonstration at 2008 Wildlife West Harvest Festival
by John Weckerle
Later this month, on Saturday and Sunday, August 29 to 30, Wildlife West Nature Park in Edgewood will hold its annual Harvest festival celebrating the area’s culture, traditions, and agricultural heritage. This year’s festivities include a wine tasting, blacksmith demonstrations, hayrides, games and stage shows, folk music, opportunities to experienc wildife up-close, many artists and vendors, a Chuckwagon Dinner featuring Syd Masters and the Swing Riders, and a Sunday morning fun run and pancake breakfast. These events are a lot of fun, and are a great experience for the whole family. Albuquerque folks: it’s only 20 easy Interstate minutes away – and you can’t take the family to the movies (for two hours) for what you’d pay for this all-day event!