Applefest draws a record crowd
Parade Grand Master Peter Keenan and his granddaughter Keely Dew
A record crowd packed the St. Augustine’s Parish Center grounds for Applefest 2010 today under absolutely beautiful blue skies. Everyone appeared to enjoy the forty-five minute parade which was highlighted by retired Town Justice Peter Keenan being named the Parade Grandmaster. The Peru High School Marching Band was greeted by cheers from the huge crowd. The SUNY Plattsburgh Gospel Choir was also a crowd favorite in the parade and on the Applefest grounds. Music and the smell of delicious burgers, sausages, apple fritters and more filled the air throughout the afternoon. (Click here for more photos (larger when viewed as a slideshow)
The Applefest will resume tomorrow with more music, chicken BBQ, a huge crate fair, games and fun for everyone.
Posted: September 18th, 2010 under Peru/Regional History.