WOW---What a terrific day!!!! The 4th Annual Sertoma Kite Festival was an overwhelming success. The weather was mild, the wind was perfect for flying kites, and we had 1,591 people in attendance. What would we do without our kite fest partners---Heart of Texas Miniature Aircraft Club---for donating their field for our event each year and providing the miniature aircraft demonstration.
A special thanks as always to Whatakite (Barry and Karen Ogletreez). Their colorful flags lined the flying field and their new kites---Batman, Robin, the Giant Centipede, and the Squid were incredible. These kites were over 100 feet long and were brand new this year. Also, thanks to John and Laura Shamrock for providing the parachute (bol) races and candy drops which were a huge success.
The Young Marines Color Guard, under the direction of MSgt. Gonzales, presented the flag and started the festival. Then, they went to work in the parking lot directing parking, taking the count of attendees at the gate, helping Whatakite and the Shamrocks preparing the field and during the festival, and cleaning up. They were always there when we needed them.
We were blessed to having our founding vendors - HOT Lions Club and Knights of Columbus - and several new vendors this year. The Neigh Bear and Chick Fil A Cow also made an appearance. Thanks again!!! Keith Reed with New York Life provided free child IDS and there was a steady line at the Prize Wheel. We hope that everyone had as much fun as we did and will be back again next year.
Thank you to all of our kite festival sponsors---you made this festival a success and are a part of providing hearing aids and scholarships to hard of hearing children in McLennan County. See pictures of the Kite Fest below. Be sure and view both slide shows---pictures change every 10 seconds.
KiteFest 2010 - Last Minute Preparations & The Festival Starts
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KiteFest 2010 - Whatakite, Games & People