FL: Daytona Blues Festival Raises Money for Women and Children

Posted on September 30, 2015 by sandra

Daytona Beach, FL Exit 265: The Daytona Blues Festival, is a three day celebration in downtown Daytona Beach, where the Jackie Robinson ballpark is transformed into a world-class music festival with covered seating, eclectic food vendors, craft beer selections and other reasonably priced offerings.

The annual event has rapidly grown into a family-friendly musical tradition,  featuring nationally known artists and  dozens of up-and-coming blues artists, drawing blues lovers from all over the US, Canada, and Europe.

Aside from three full days of music at the ballpark, a welcome party is hosted Thursday evening as well as Friday, Saturday and Sunday night after-parties at local bars and restaurants. The festival is aligned with the Halifax Health Foundation, to raise funds for women and children’s healthcare.

One child under age 14 admitted FREE with a paid adult admission.

For a complete schedule of performers: daytonabluesfestival.com/2015-line-up/

Location: Jackie Robinson Ballpark and Statue, 105 E. Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Date: From: Oct 9-Oct 11, 2015
Hours: 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Tel: 386-257-3172
daytonabluesfestival.com/

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MD: Fresh Air and Family Festival Weekends at Milburn Orchards

Posted on September 28, 2015 by sandra

Elkton, MD Exit 109B: Why not indulge in some farm fresh air while joining the party at Milburn Orchards Fall Festival Weekends. In celebration of the fall harvest, the BarnYard has a special theme for each weekend, offering families lots of assortment and fun activities.

Always included in the weekend festivities are: hayrides,  a corn maze featuring a bigger maze for older kids and adults, a Boo Barn that’s  non haunted for all ages, Rope Maze Family Challenge, a Bale Trail Straw Maze, and a Milkysway tunnel, Orchard Obstacle Bounce, and the kids are crazy for the Barnyard Buddies: farm animals, including horses, goats, pigs, bunnies, ducks, turkeys and a miniature donkey.

An array of vendors will be on hand with delectable treats such as hotdogs, pulled beef, crab cakes, pizza, funnel cakes, french fries, and Milburn Orchards apple cider, mouth-watering apple cider donuts and giant Royal Gala caramel apples.

2015 Schedule of Events:
Pumpkin Harvest Weekend, Oct. 3 &4 : Pumpkins of all sizes, shapes, and colors, Fall decorations, gourds, corn stalks, Indian Corn, and straw bales

Family Fun on the Farm Weekend, Oct. 10 & 11: Celebrate old Family Traditions

Autumn Colors Weekend, Oct. 17 & 18:  See the beauty of the fall season

Trick or Treat Weekend, Oct. 24 & 25: Kids in costume will be “treated” extra special by visiting stations to receive special treats

Breast Cancer Awareness Weekend, Oct 31 & Nov 1—-and the last chance for Milburn Fall Fun before the colder weather comes

Location: Milburn Orchards, 1495 Appleton Rd,Elkton, MD 21921
Hours: Sept: Sat & Sun, 10-4 pm, Oct & Nov: Sat & Sun, 10-5 pm
Tel: 800-684-3000, 410-398-1349
milburnorchards.com/milburn_orchards_fall_festival_weekends.htm

 

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NC: See How Fast You Can Seed Cotton or Grind Corn

Posted on September 24, 2015 by sandra

Halifax, NC Exit 168: Halifax County Harvest Days is a fun and educational event held at the 4-H Rural Life Center in Halifax, NC.

Bring your family and step back in time to mid-century life on the farm: antique tractors, Horse Show, hay rides, a Saw Mill from the 1920s,  4-H Activities,   the NC Horse Council Trail Challenge, crafts, games, rides and live entertainment will make this a great day for the whole family.

Take part in the North Carolina heritage events with farm-related recreation for all generations. Kids can see how fast they can seed cotton or grind corn, and don’t miss the peanut threshing. There’s festival food including beef and pork roast, Brunswick stew, hot dogs and free cookies. Admission and parking free.

Location: Rural Life Center, 13763 Highway 903, Halifax NC 27839
Date: Fri., Oct. 2 – Sat., Oct 3, 2015
Hours: Fri, 9 – 3 pm, Sat, 9 – 4 pm
Tel: 252-535-1687
visitnc.com/event/halifax-county-harvest-days

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GA: Wiener Dog Racing, Bratwurst Tasting, Oompah Dancing at Oktoberfest

Posted on September 22, 2015 by sandra

Savannah, GA Exit 99: It’s time to pull out the traditional German garb…lederhosen and dirndls.  Enjoy a bit of Germany, Savannah style, and celebrate at the 32nd Annual Oktoberfest on Historic River Street.

This captivating, family-friendly festival has it all: Wiener Dog Racing, Bratwurst Tasting, Oompah Dancing, River Street Beer Garden offering a variety of beers, and food booths featuring German cuisine.

Festivities also include regional arts & crafts exhibitors, live entertainment on the Arbor Stage all weekend long,  and a fireworks show on Friday night.

Location: Rousakis Riverfront Plaza 115 East River St, Savannah, GA 31401
Date: Oct 2 – 4, 2015
Hours: Fri 4- 10 pm, Sat 10 – 10pm, Sun 10-5pm
Tel: 912-234-0295
visitsavannah.com/events/view/oktoberfest.aspx

 

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VA: Witches, Ghosts, Thieves, Murder and Mayhem in Fredericksburg

Posted on September 21, 2015 by sandra

Fredericksburg, VA exit 130: Fredericksburg is considered one of America’s most haunted cities. Witch, Ghosts, Thieves, Murder and Mayhem Tours gives you the opportunity to cruise the city in a fun and interesting way.

Throughout the 5o-minute carriage tour, your guide will familiarize you with Fredericksburg folklore including: The Woman in White, The Ghost of Chatham and The Ghost of Fielding Lewis, George Washington’s brother-in-law.

The Ghost Tour is appropriate for all ages, so bring the entire family to search for those who still walk to streets after death throughout historic downtown Fredericksburg.
Advance tickets are highly recommended.

Location: Olde Towne Carriage Tours of Fredericksburg ,
706 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Dates: Weekends Sept 1 – Oct 31, 2015
Hours: tours at 5, 6, 7, 8 pm – check event calendar
Tel: 540-318-7544
oldetownecarriages.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MD: Farm Heritage Days and Rodeo with Bull Riders

Posted on September 16, 2015 by sandra

Howard County, MD Exit  38, route 32: Farm Heritage Days is a weekend festival of fun and excitement at the Howard County Living Farm Heritage Museum in West Friendship.

Farm equipment demonstrations, old time blacksmith demonstrations, tractor pull, lawn mower races, an auction and flea market, pony rides, food, crafts, hiking on the nature trails and entertainment. Live Country Bluegrass Music will be performed on both days.

And don’t forget the rodeo… from the Maryland High School Rodeo Association cheer on  bull riders competing for top honors.

Kids will love the Pony rides, wagon rides, a straw maze, scavenger hunt,rope making, corn shelling, a petting zoo, moon bounce, pedal tractor ride, and fun prizes. There’s something for everyone.

Admission $5 ages 12 and up, Free parking.

Location: Howard County Living Farm Heritage Museum,
12985 Frederick Road, West Friendship, Maryland 21794
Date: Sat Sept 26- Sun Sept 27, 2015
Hours: 9 – 5
Tel: 410- 489-2345, 410-241-0695
www.farmheritage.org/farm-heritage-days.html

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VA: Six Blocks of Art and 200 Artists in Old Town Alexandria

Posted on September 14, 2015 by sandra

Alexandria, VA Exit 177B: Acclaimed for it’s arts and culture ambience, Alexandria celebrates its 13th Annual King Street Art Festival, transforming the city’s historic main street into a world-class outdoor art gallery. At this community event festival booths line King Street between Washington and Union streets, featuring over six blocks of artwork by more than 200 artists from the US and abroad.

With more than $15 million in art on display, art enthusiasts will have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind pieces, and meet the artist behind the work, discovering extraordinary paintings, life-size sculptures, jewelry, photography, ceramics, offering exceptional art for every palate.

On Saturday of the creativity-filled weekend, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is featuring some special activities.

Visitors will be entertained by a variety of local activities and performances throughout the weekend, including live music, interactive art activities and art happenings. The Art League’s popular Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser returns, featuring 1,000 hand-made ceramic bowls and local artisan ice cream.  Free Admission.

Location: Old Town Alexandria on King Street from Washington Street to the Potomac River waterfront
Navigational address: 480 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Date: Sept 19 – 20, 2015
Times: Sat/10am-7pm; Sun/10-5pm
Tel: 703-838-4565
visitalexandriava.com/things-to-do/events/king-street-art-festival/

 

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ME: Chowdah Cookoff, Chainsaw Carving and Scarecrow Contest

Posted on September 11, 2015 by sandra

Bethel, ME ( North:  Route 26 S, South: take I-95 N to Exit 63-about 50 miles – one hour): Celebrate the harvest and the beginning of fall foliage season at Bethel HarvestFest.

This festival offers something for everyone: arts, crafts, a farmers’ market, a chowder and apple pie cookoff, Chainsaw carving demo, Cookie Walk, ”Harvest of Local Talent” features musicians performing in the gazebo, FREE horse-drawn wagon rides, and local businesses and nonprofits join in the fun by building and competing for “best scarecrows” decorating the area .

Purchase a bracelet for $10 for unlimited chowdah samples at the Chowdah Cookoff, where hundreds of hungry tasters line up as Bethel area restaurants vie for the title of best chowder, and the apple pie contest that has professionals and amateurs competing for the tastiest, most beautiful pies.

Check website for schedule of events: bethelharvestfest.com/schedule

Location: on the Bethel Town Common, Broad Street Historic District, Bethel, ME 04217
Date: Sat, Sept 19, 2015
Hours: 9 – 4
Tel: 207-824-2282, 800-442-5826
bethelharvestfest.com/

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GA: Try Shrimp & Grits at the Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival

Posted on September 9, 2015 by sandra

Jekyll Island, GA Exit 38:  A weekend celebration is  dedicated to the prized local product, Wild Georgia Shrimp, and its Southern counterpart, grits.

This spirited three-day event features an amateur and professional cook-off, shrimp boat tours, shrimp eating competitions, arts and crafts vendors, live entertainment and a kid-friendly fun zone. If you’re a foodie, this festival is a must-see.

From never-ending options of shrimp and grits dishes and guest chef demonstrations, book signings, live music, and a Craft Brew Tasting, the annual Shrimp & Grits: Wild Georgia Shrimp Festival is a true playground for a first-rate and mouthwatering weekend.

Enjoy $3 samples of Shrimp & Grits from each of the Shrimp & Grits vendors. General admission is FREE but tickets to specific events can be purchased online.

Location: Jekyll Island Historic District, River View Drive and Sheldon Ave, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Date: Fri – Sun, September 18-20, 2015
Hours: Fri 5:30 – 9 PM, Sat 10– 9 PM, Sun 11 – 4 PM
Tel: 912-635-3636
jekyllisland.com/project/shrimp-grits-the-wild-georgia-shrimp-festival/

 

 

 

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CT: Garlic Lovers Unite in Olde Mistick Village

Posted on September 8, 2015 by sandra

Mystic, CT Exit 90: To celebrate the bountiful fall harvest, over 70 farmers, vendors and restaurants will be presenting an amazing variety of garlic related food and merchandise at the 8th annual Garlic Festival in Olde Mistick Village.

Local farmers will be featuring honey, jams, preserves, ice cream, baked goods, and syrups. Throughout the day and evening, dozens of local restaurants and food establishments will be serving, for purchase, delicious garlic related foods as well as non-garlic favorites. Experience garlic Italian ice, garlic fried dough or  some of the garlic inspired cuisine: seafood, Italian, Thai, Asian …

A host of merchants, artisans, authors and artists will line the pathways of Olde Mistick Village displaying their foods, crafts, gifts, and talents. Live musical entertainment, featuring 18 local bands and musicians performing throughout the weekend and loads of free family friendly activities including a live birds of prey presentation, a reptile show, face painting, caricatures, and children’s book authors.

Location: Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT 06355
Date: September 19-20, 2015
Hours: Sat. 11 am -7 pm, Sun. 11 am-6 pm
Tel: 860-536-4941
oldemistickvillage.com

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