Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Meadowgreen Fair and BBQ enjoys sunshine!

After two days of rain, sunshine came to the community of Meadowgreen and friends and neighbors enjoyed the Meadowgreen Fair and BBQ on May 29th, 2012. Over 480 people of all ages came out to enjoy the activities!  The jugglers from the Saskatoon Juggling Club were a crowd pleaser and some of the kids tried their hand at juggling.
Many of the kids enjoyed the jousting jumper from Apollo Games.  While everyone enjoyed watching the jousting I think the participants had the most fun if measured in smiles and laughter.  It was a winner with the older kids and teenagers while the car jumper was a success with the younger crowd.
Roger Boucher from Watching Eye Magic had the crowd's attention as he performed his magic tricks.  There were a number of kids who tried to figure out his magic tricks and participated in his magic.  Sylvia from Singing with Sylvia charmed the children with her singing show.
The line-up was long for the face painting done by SCYAP volunteers. Close to 190 children were thrilled to have their faces or hands painted.  We saw tigers, cats, flowers and other wonderful designs.  SCYAP was a great addition to our event.

In addition to all the activities, the Saskatoon Fire Department came out with their fire truck and lots of people were thrilled to climb up and take a look at all the gadgets.  The Saskatoon Police were also in attendance along with the bike patrol.  Young and older enjoyed the interaction and information from the officers. Danielle Chartier, Riversdale's MLA was on hand with her daughter to take part in the festivities and brought greetings.

Meadowgreen Community Association thanks Saskatchewan Lotteries for funding.  The House of All Nations for their donation of hamburgers and buns as well as all their volunteer help.  CHEP for the donation watermelons and for their help in securing juice boxes. A big thank you to the Executive members who helped out and brought out their friends and neighbors to put on the event.  PBR Auctions for their donation of a Tablet for the Draw and the tables for the event. A big thank you to everyone who came out and participated and made this year's fair a huge success!