Article Contributed on: 5/25/2009 11:57:33 AM
The weekend ParkerFest events being held in Old Town Parker throughout the summer offer a lot of attractions for the whole family. Taking a walk down Mainstreet and along Pike Pikes Drive on Sunday, May 24, I took photos of a number of entertainers, cooking demos and kids having a great time.
Photo 1. 8 Year old
Carter Washburn had a blast on the trampoline/bungee attraction while his mom
Jo Ann Washburn, looked on. Several inflatable rides and slides were offered by Blue Dragon Amusements.
Photo 2.
Madison Hutchinson (2-1/2) rode a pony provided by Happy Trails who also offered rides in a horse drawn trailer. Madison's mom
Susan saysher daughterloves horses so this was a big treat for her.
Photo 3. Well known Colorado artist
Ash Ganley provided easy listening music with the vocal harmonies of his sister
Adrian. For more information go to
www.ashganley.com.
Photo 4.
J.R. Carter was back with his amazing juggling displays and balancing act. There always seemed to be a crowd of spectators when J.R. was performing.
Photo 5.
Emily Coffee serves up fresh Italian food prepared at the Chef's Demo tent on the corner of Pikes Peaks Drive and Mainstreet, Parker.
Photo. 6. To promote the recent opening of Gaspare's Bakery and the imminent opening of Gaspare's Italian Diner, Master Chef
Gaspare Licata (pictured here)and business co-owner
Paula Coffee attracted crowds to their Chef Demo tent on the corner of Mainstreet and Pikes Peak Drive. Gaspare's is located in the Victorian Peaks Building on Pikes Peak Drive, Old Town Parker.
The Downtown Development Council of Old Town Parker and its member businesses have financed, sponsored and organized these events for the enjoyment of Parker Residents.