Saturday, September 18, 2010
Sands Point Preserve becomes a medieval kingdom, as Medieval Scenarios and Recreations Inc. presents its 30th annual medieval festival.
Sands Point Preserve takes a trip back in time this weekend, as it is transformed into a medieval for its 30th annual Medieval Faire. Attendees can take part in an interactive look at medieval life, complete with a jousting tournament, an archery demonstration, exhibits on medieval art and costume, and a siege on Sands Point's castle. During the past weekend, and the current one, Sands Point is the home of Kingdom of Acre, a medieval village. From watching dancers and jugglers to an actual jousting tournament, faire-goers had the opportunity to take in the sights and sounds of what medieval life would have been like in Western Europe. The annual festival is put on by Medieval Scenarios and Recreations (MSR) Incorporated, an historical …
Monday, June 7, 2010
Despite the threat of thunderstorms, an estimated 5,000 people attended the 20th annual HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Festival.
Even the threat of bad weather couldn't keep people away from the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce's 20th annual HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Festival on Sunday, with large crowds visiting the Town Dock for a day of food and fun. "This is our 20th HarborFest," said Warren Schein, co-president of Port Washington Chamber of Commerce. "It started off as a little, tiny event on a boat, and now it's a big, major event." Schein estimated the crowds to be upwards of 5,000 people. The day was kicked off with a performance by Mrs. Fredda Meltzer's kindergarten class from Manorhaven Elementary School, who waved American flags while they recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The group of kindergartners then sang "My Country 'Tis of Thee" and "America…
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Friday, June 4, 2010
Port Washington Chamber of Commerce puts on its 20th annual HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
In most cities, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, but in Port Washington, this Sunday's 20th Annual HarborFest Dock Day and Craft Festival really gets the town ready for some fun in the sun. Presented by the Chamber of Commerce and running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Town Dock, Baxter Pond and Lower Main Street, HarborFest will be a day of art, music, crafts and even a talent show. In addition, the Wells Fargo-sponsored stagecoach is returning to offer free rides from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., as well as cruises around the bay, which may or may not be invaded by pirates. According to Bobbie Polay, executive director of the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce, there will be something for everyone at the annual festival. "This is …
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