My World Tuesday - Catoctin Colorfest

On the 11-th I went to the Catoctin Colorfest in Thurmont, MD. This town of 6,000 residents, nestled on the edge of Catoctin Mountain, hosts about 150,000 people over a two-day festival every October. Around 350 artists, photographers, potters, woodworkers, jewelers, food vendors, etc attend to show and sell their handmade items. The center of town is closed to vehicle traffic and free shuttle buses are provided. Parking is provided at schools and businesses outside the festival area. Local churches, Scouts, fire department and businesses support the festival. The Colorfest Organization supports local community activities with proceeds from the festival. Some local residents also hold their yard sales on this weekend. I captured some of the color of the festival to share here.

I was told the crowd was larger on Saturday.

Only a few of the many food places.

There is a small light on top of the post.

I don't see hand made brooms anywhere else.

Odd shots - Wooden dollars

At the Oktoberfest, wooden tokens were used to buy food and beer. The craft vendors accepted US $ and/or credit cards.

To see more Odd Shots, start at Katney's Kaboodle and follow the links.

Sky Watch Friday - Reflected skies

Last Saturday was a beautiful day, with blue sky and fluffy white clouds. The windows at the Oktoberfest reflected the sky nicely.

My World Tuesday - Oktoberfest!

Saturday we went to the Oktoberfest held annually in at the Frederick Fair Grounds. The festival celebrates German heritage of this part of Maryland and raises funds for charity. It is sponsored by two of the local Rotary Clubs (Carroll Creek and Fredericktowne). Funds raised support the Rotary community service projects and Community Living, an organization that provides independent living opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. The dining hall was festooned with flags and crests from some of the German states. And the Heidi and Heimat Echo band provided traditional German music. In addition to the German flavor, the festival included fall activities for the kids. Handmade crafts were available for sale. For more images see Marianne's post.

The apple was superb!

Decorating pumpkins

This gentleman has been to the real Oktoberfest

Hand painted. Yes we bought one!

And German food - beer to the left!