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2017 TRENTON SUMMER FESTIVAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Scott Barr, Chairman Maureen Elliott-Barr, Art-Crafter Al Sidebottom, Food/ Vendors Kay Sidebottom, Food/ Vendors Al Sidebottom lll, Food Vendors Bob Baker, Entertainment/co-chair Melinda Beaker/Beverage Debbie Devitt Pam Taurence Pat Labadie, Arts/Crafts Bob Labadie, Volunteers Katelyn Valiquette, Marketing Ilene Flanagan, Photographer Joe Oaks, Kids Korner
JUNE 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Festival Overview: Where Summer Begins at the Trenton Summer Festival ......................................... 4 Festival Entertainment Schedule ............................. 5 Facts About the Festival ........................................... 5 Festival Information .................................................. 6 Corn Hole Tournament Information ......................... 6 Entertainment Schedule ........................................... 7
Festival Map ........................................................... 8-9 Art & Crafter Booths ..................................... 8, 9 & 11 Trail Town Training 101 ......................................... 10
2615 W. Jefferson Avenue Trenton, MI 48183
Festival Sponsors .................................................... 11
734-676-0850
Bicycle Show Offers Promising New Entertainment.......................................................... 12 Committee selects unique crafters and food vendors for this year’s Festival ............................................. 13 Organizations ........................................................... 13 Vendors & Food ....................................................... 14
Special thanks to Melissa Pruitt for creating the Festival poster, cover and great promos. ~ From the Festival Committee
Kathy Kane Business Mgr. & Co-Publisher
Joe Hoshaw Jr. Editor & Co-Publisher
Cover Design Melissa Pruitt
Graphic Design Sandy Crawford
Contributing Writers Kathy Kane, Sheila R. McAfee, Brian Rzeppa Photography Ilene Flanagan Advertising Sales Heather Grybel, Kathy Kane, Dennis Peters, Andrea Blow, Kim Vinca
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WHERE SUMMER BEGINS AT THE TRENTON SUMMER FESTIVAL
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his year the Trenton Summer Festival will be providing multiple opportunities for Trenton festival-goers to get healthy. Featured at the intersection of West Road and Third Street will be The Trenton Summer Festival “Trail Town Training 101” event, which is designed to showcase the amazing trail system and opportunities that already exist and will be
expanding in the region. Festival and Trenton Parks and Recreation representatives expect this to provide a fantastic opportunity for building public awareness of the emerging trail systems, both locally and statewide, and Trenton’s bid for becoming a trail town. The Trail Town Training 101 event, sponsored by General R.V., Outdoor Adventures & Al Petri & Sons is scheduled to take place on West Road during the Festival from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day (June 2325). The goals of this new event include providing opportunity for festival visitors to explore the links between Downriver’s trail system, its waterways and its outdoor recreation opportunities, bringing important recognition to the regional and statewide efforts and providing opportunity for visitors to
discover the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge and visitor’s center. The event also will provide the opportunity for agencies to “talk trails” with festival visitors from around the region and educate them on the many benefits of trails, showcase private business partners, their products and services related to trails and outdoor recreation and sell the economic impact of trails on the community. The event will also educate the public on “rules of the road” through an interactive bicycle safety course and entertain visitors with professional stunt bicyclist performances throughout the weekend. The FREE entertainment lineup, compliments of Xfinity, will include the featured headliner on Friday, Mega 80s, with special guest Bugs Bedow. Saturday night features Killer Flamingo’s with special guest Spectrum project. The Thursday night Festival preview will again include elements from the Healthy Trenton initiative. “The Nibble a Little, Stroll and Roll” will offer a special price to get a bite at Trenton restaurants while strolling or rolling for a healthy taste of festival from 6-8 p.m. Beverages can be purchased if desired. Participating restaurants include Savannah’s, Round House BBQ, Ramsey’s Coney
Island, Truago, Elizabeth Park, Custard Corner, Promenade and Dels . Participants will enjoy strolling music, the hustle and bustle of festival set up, as well as drawings and prizes. Passes for this event are available at the Parks and Recreation Department for $20 each. The annual Mayor’s Breakfast will again kickoff Festival Friday morning at 8 a.m. at TV’s Grand Event before the official opening of the festival. Tickets will be available at City Hall. The All Point Construction Coed Volleyball tournament will take place at Elizabeth Park on Sunday morning. Teams can register at the Parks and Recreation Department. Other festival favorites include the meet up opportunities at the Festival Beer Garden. This year the Garden proceeds will benefit the Trenton Hockey Association. The festival will provide shuttle service compliments of Bud Lite and they will take
care of maneuvering the West Road construction each day from 10 a.m.12:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Sunday. Bingo will be back, but located at St. Joseph Church, 2565 3rd St. this year, as will the popular cornhole tournaments on Saturday and Sunday and a special “Who’s Who” dunk tank for the police charities, located at West and West Jefferson all weekend.
Make sure to also take advantage of special pricing on kayak rentals. Riverside Kayak will be Continued on page 15
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FACTS ABOUT THE FESTIVAL SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS FOR KIDS Kids Korner There are plenty of things for kids to do at the 2017 Summer Festival! Just look for the Big Top Tent located at the corner of Cherry and West Jefferson. The fun all begins on Friday where various groups and organizations have planned fun games and activities to keep the youth engaged. What more could a kid want? How about the Children’s Playmarket, great entertainment and much more! A small fee will be charged for the games. Open Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m.—7 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m.
Children’s Playmarket Kids can let their imagination and creative juices flow when they enter the Playmarket located at Kids’ Korner. Inside the tent, kids can use their imagination and create an array of arts & crafts. Check out the fun and let the artist in you shine! This year’s Playmarket is sponsored by Michael’s Woodhaven. All playmarket crafts are free!
SPECIAL EVENTS ORDINANCE The purpose of this ordinance is to assure the safety and enjoyment of all participants and guests of the festival. The ordinance prohibits the possession of open intoxicants or the consumption of alcoholic beverages in the festival area unless the beverages are purchased from and dispensed by a vendor licensed for outdoor sales and has been approved by the city council. Bringing any container of alcoholic beverages into the special events area is also prohibited. The ordinance further restricts animals, bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, or other similar devices, except those needed to assist persons with disabilities. People who refuse or fail to comply with the ordinance will be subject to corrective action. Our goal is to provide a fun and safe environment where families and friends can come together and enjoy a festive weekend filled with exciting activities for everyone. We are looking forward to a successful event and ask for your cooperation and assistance in adhering to the restrictions set forth in the ordinance.
Junior Firefighter The Trenton Fire Department will once again host an open house at their downtown fire station. Youngsters will have the opportunity to learn about fire safety and prevention. Also, youngsters can become a junior firefighter and try their hand at operating a fire hose! It all takes place in front of the Trenton Fire station #1 located on Maple and West Jefferson.
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GENERAL INFORMATION Looking for your favorite artist, food vendor, or entertainer? Stop by the information booth, located at St. Joseph and West Jefferson for the answers to all your questions. Our staff will be more than happy to answer any question you may have about this year’s festival. While there, pick up a festival tote to carry your treasures sponsored by a number of local businesses, a complete list of sponsors on page 11.
FREE SHUTTLE FOR FESTIVAL VISITORS Instead of hunting for that elusive parking spot, arrive in style by taking the free shuttle service. The shuttle will make a stop at two conveniently located parking areas along West Road including The Kennedy Recreation Center and Trenton High School West Road parking lot. The shuttle will run continuously Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. The free shuttle is courtesy of Bud Light. ANIMALS Keep in mind that your dogs, cats, and other animals would be more comfortable at home. Please leave all pets at home with a cool bowl of water when you venture downtown. You will be glad you did, as will your fellow visitors. RESTROOMS Answer nature’s call at porta-johns conveniently located along St. Joseph, Elm Street, West Road, and at Atwood Street. The festival clean-up crew appreciates your assistance in keeping these areas clean. BIKE CORRAL A great way to avoid the traffic is to ride your bike to the festival. Park it at the bike corral, located at the corner of West Road and Third Street, and West Jefferson and Elm Street. Bikes are not permitted on the festival site and make sure you bring a lock. 6 2017 TRENTON SUMMER FESTIVAL • TRENTON TRIB SUPPLEMENT
FIRST AID If you should require first aid services, the Trenton Fire Department will be on hand to assist. Their station is located at the corner of West Jefferson and Maple. Don’t hesitate to stop by for some TLC. CO-ED OUTDOOR VOLLEYBALL CLASSIC If volleyball is your game, stroll over to Elizabeth Park for the action. The event has become increasingly popular with each passing year. Starting at 10 a.m. Sunday, coed teams of six take to the courts at Elizabeth Park near the concession stand. Make it a point to stop by and take in part of the action. Deadline to register a team is June 9. Sponsored by All Point Construction.
Make sure to contact the information booth on how to get involved with this new tournament at festival that will take place in the Fun Zone. Teams/partners will be selected prior to the start of the Tournament. Teams for Saturday’s competition must have registered by June 19. TOURNAMENT INFORMATION SATURDAY, JUNE 24 Bring your own partner Time — Sign in/practice at noon; tournament starts at 1 p.m. Entry fee $30 per team Cash Prizes for top three teams Double-elimination bracket style Tournament Please register your team before June 19th by contacting Josh at muthashucers@gmail.com or instant message on Mutha Shuckers Facebook Page.
SUNDAY, JUNE 25 Random Draw Tournament Time — 11 a.m. Entry fee $5 a person Cash prizes for top three teams
Double elimination bracket style tournament No need to register; just show up and throw
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MAYOR’S BREAKFAST - Tickets available at City Hall Friday, June 23 | 8am-9:30am | TV’s Grand Event | Peter Kopera Quartet
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Rick and Dayna Atomic Radio Bugs Beddow and the Good Stuff Mega 80’s Band
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lisa’s Dance Factory 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Peter Kopera Quartet 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM T.S.P. (The Spectrum Project) 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM Killer Flamingos SUNDAY, JUNE 25 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Ghostrider DJ
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Bill Bynum & Co. Wysteria Athens Creek
The Spectrum Project
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Steve Berkemeier 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Jimmy Auquier 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM The Wanderers with Sharon Richards 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Theoretical Band SUNDAY, JUNE 25 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
A&R Rock Band Marcella Jane Olivia Smith
FRIDAY, JUNE 23 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ventriloquist Richard Paul One Caricature Artist
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Earth Angels 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM One Caricature Artist
Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show Trail Town 101 Presentation Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show Trail Town 101 Presentation Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show
SATURDAY, JUNE 24 10:15 – 11:15 AM Live Birds of Prey Show 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM Trail Town 101 Presentation 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM Trail Town 101 Presentation 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show SUNDAY, JUNE 25 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show Trail Town 101 Presentation Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show Trail Town 101 Presentation Chris Clark – Bicycle Stunt Show
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Adams, Randy - Quilted Handbags Alcenius, Willian - Painting, Skateboard Jewelry Anders, David - Lawn & Garden Arts Anderson, Sharon - Placemats, Table runners Anderson, Sue - Tropical-Pool Camping Signs Astrein, Elayne - One of a kind Handbags Barger, Arlette - Pewter Sculptures Barnes, Robert - Five Metal Plant Stands Bates, Jamesha - Handmade Soap, Lip Balm Berari, David - Hand-carved Copper Sculptures Berry, Wendy - Prints, Cards, Coasters Black, Ed - Shuffle Boards, Pig Bank Blonski, Diane - Magnetic Photo Frames Boroughs, Susan - Knotted Pearl Necklaces Borowiak, Susan - Interior/Exterior Stone Décor from Great Lakes Branham, Tish - Honey & Bee Pollen Briedenstein, Heidi – Hand-printed Signs Brillhart, Wayne - Book: Deer w/Purple Nose Burgess, Jeff - Gourmet Dog Treats Buzimkic, Omer - Flowers made out of Wood Chevalier, James - Designer Dog Collars, Leashes 8 2017 TRENTON SUMMER FESTIVAL • TRENTON TRIB SUPPLEMENT
2017 Festival Art Christman, Landria - Beads, Wraps & Hats Coffee, Amy - purses, bags made from coffee bags Collins, William - Unique Photography, Bird Feeders, Jewelry Craiger, William - Stadium Seats Davis, Shelley - Pre-packaged Dip Mix Davis, Dawn - No bake Cheesecake Demick, James - My Artwork Book Drawing Dickerson, Ann - Moonshine Cake, Jam Dortch, Kerry - Hand Puppets, Outfits Drake, Pamela - Metal Flowers - Lilies Ewer, Jeffery - Mick Gourmet Soups Formato, John - Railroad Spike Art Freeman, Laurie - Fused Glass Sun Catchers Funk, Jordan - Wine Frappes Giannini, Irene - Jewelry Good, Linda - Swarovski Crystal Jewelry Gorecki, Paul - Wood carvings, Hand Prints Grabowski, Diane - Buttons Griffes, Christine - Kids Jackets, Bibs, Pants
t & Crafter Booths Gustafson, Bill - Pool-side Decorations Haynes, Vicki -7 Seasoning Dips Hendrian, Judith - Handbags, Totebags Hilton, Katja - Butterflies and Things Hoag, David - Garden art Hock, Jill - Jewelry made from Spent Bullet Hostetler, Kevin - Sweatshirts, T-Shirt, Clothing Howard, Jill - Hand Crafted Body Soap Hudson, WaaDee - Stainless Steel Pepper Grills Ignaczak, Linda -Semi-Precious Stone Jewelry Johnson, Debbie - Hand & Bath Towel Sets Kelley, Kim - Candle Oils, Healing Salves Kennedy, Karen - Personalized Chalk Box Kennedy, Sally - Wooden Bottle Opener Keyes, Donald - Caricatures Kovalchick, Rickard - Framed Artwork Kovalchick, William - Painting, Refurbished Carousel Horses Kress, Bill - Fudge Krieger, Brenda - Misc. Accessory Covers
Lary, Danielle - Candles Lender, Traci - Baskets, Placemats, Wreathes MacGregor, Lauchlin - Drawings Mamula, Nick - Wooden Logos, Banners Matthews, Bill - Unique Decorations Mc Millan, Jeanine - Ned's Pretzels McCall, Jennifer - Face Painting, Henna Body Art McCance, Susan - Foam Puppets McClees, Daniel - Wooden Nightlights, Jewelry Boxes McCoy, Jenny - Coat & Hat Racks McCutuheon, Charlyne - Jewelry McFarland, Barbara - Cremated Remains Jewelry Mexicotte, Linda - Kitchen Towels, Soy Scented Candles Meyers, Kim - Breads Moore, Amy - Toys made from Socks Motlani, Ar -Ceramic Houses, Nail Files Nemeth, Jan - Face Painting Olds, Zachary - Prints, Canvases, Blankets Panko, Jenifer - Goat Soap Plotkin, Neil - Recycled Metal Yard Art Continued on page 8 2017 TRENTON SUMMER FESTIVAL • TRENTON TRIB SUPPLEMENT
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2017 Festival Art & Crafter Booths Continued from pages 6 & 7
Redman, Pamela - Dips & Mixes Rex ll, Ncole - Michigan Vinyl Decals Richards, Michael - Bottle Rubs & Spice Rivera, Yolanda - Ceramic Garden Items Rodriguez, Sandra -Lawn Decorations, Geese, Bear Costumes Sandgren, Karl - Clothing with Beads, Rhinestones Santini, Dean - Leather Items Sardharwalla, Mazhar - Jewlery Schrock, Dayna - Reclaimed Wood Art Schulte, Dan - Granite Coasters Selix, Aaron - Pixelated Photography Shannon, Rob - Crushable Hats Siefker, Janet - Knitted Items
Yard Décor & More
Skillin, Kelley - Animal Themed Pillows Slattery, Jason - Tie-Dye Clothing Smith, Steve - Metal Flower Arts Spada, Sue - Pet Tents, Hammocks, Beds Steffen-Holezsi, Carol - Knitted Dishclothes, Scrubbies Szajmecki, Carly - Hand Woven Leather Wrapped Jewelry Taylor, Mark - Sterling Silver Jewelry Terpstra, Paul - Beef, Chicken, Jerky Thompson, Marcie - Potpourri, Signs, Candles Tobin, Gary - Stamped Rings Uber, Barbara - Typewriter Jewelry, Potter Van Tonder, Patti - Hair Comb, Hair Accessories Vue, Sao - Bean Bag Animals Wacker, Darlene - Blankets, Pillow Sets Wancjer, Martin - Hand Made Glass Washington, Latany - Soy Candle, Aroma Beads
Willis, Kathy - Necklaces, Earrings Wollmann, Bridget - Euchre Score Counters Wooddell, Geri - Hand Painted Windows Wright, Sharon - Airbeads, Airfresheners Wunderle, Cathy - Ceramics Xu, Joshua -Paintings
Whittles & Bits Wood Carvings
Tropic Love
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BICYCLE SHOW OFFERS PROMISING NEW ENTERTAINMENT
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hough the Trenton Summer Festival has been a Downriver mainstay for decades, organizers of the event are continually developing new ideas to make the event feel fresh and exciting. With one of the additions this year, the Chris Clark Bicycle Stunt Show, there will be no shortage of excitement coming from West Jefferson Avenue. From June 23-25, Clark will be bringing his act that has been seen all across the globe to Trenton and he hopes to provide the same energy that he has to thousands of festivals and parades before. Not only has Clark been all around the world with his show, but he’s also represented the United States in competitive events. “I was a member of the United States team at the World Championships in Spain and that was really cool as a competitor,” Clark said. “Performing in Times Square in New York during their Christmas parade was also an honor.” With the background and experience that he has developed while performing professionally over the past two decades, Clark condenses his shows into 20-30 minutes to showcase different tricks and talented feats. “There is an educational element to the show in that it motivates people to do something that they love to do and to be as good at that as possible.” Clark said. “It’s about learning and developing the skills you need to excel in what it is that you love. The most successful people are those who learn the skills and techniques required. “While there is an educational component, it is mostly about the riding and the tricks itself. I start off with the basics in the show and then move on to more skillful things. I pull people out of the audience and get
them involved and there are also giveaways, so it’s a really exciting event.” The show itself will see Clark maneuvering his body and his bike around and over various ramps and obstacles, but one of the parts that he enjoys most is the ability to give back to those that are in attendance. “Schwinn is my sponsor and they do a contest where they give away a bike every week and all of the attendees that come to the show are entered to win a bike. I think it’s a really cool way for people to get involved in the show.” While Clark looks forward to putting his variety of skills on display for attendees of the Trenton Summer Festival, he is thankful for the way in which the city has conducted business with him in organizing his portion of the event. “The city has really been great,” he said. “Anytime you work with a city, they tend to be good at putting events on just because they do it so much. With that being said, having done hundreds of events per year, I know that not everyone is easy to deal with so it’s great to be able to work with a city like Trenton.”
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For up-to-date festival information, visit the event website at: www.trentonsummerfestival.org
CIVIC ORGANIZATION 2017 Many community organizations are here to let you know what they are all about. Please stop by to see what they can offer you! Check with the information booth for locations! ORGANIZATION
ACTIVITY
Trenton Police Department
Dunk tank for Special Olympics
St. Paul Lutheran Church Stronghold Lutheran Church
Pass out water, information, small gifts and slushies
American Red Cross
Emergency Preparedness information
U.S. Army
Handouts
Trenton Veterans Memorial Library
Hand out information, flyers, sell used books
Trenton Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Bible Information
Vietnam Veterans of America 259
Selling t-shirts and other merchandise to benefit local Veterans
Trenton War Memorial Perpetual
Information about the committee
Mimi’s Mission
Information on human trafficking and State Trooper for Child I.D.’s
Southern Downriver Right to Life
Information about Right to Life Organization
Friends of the Detroit River
Information about Detroit River watershed
COMMITTEE SELECTS UNIQUE CRAFTERS AND FOOD VENDORS FOR THIS YEAR’S FESTIVAL To every festivalgoer who believes high school math skills go untapped after graduation, meet metal sculptor John Formato, a New York state artist who is new to the Trenton Summer Festival. He is bringing his oneof-a-kind whimsical sculptures (see photos), which he fabricates from recycled railroad ties, and larger free form pieces fashioned from sheet steel. Math skills are an integral part of the creative process, he said. “I enjoy geometry and love doing what I do — we are having a blast,” he said, referring to his wife,
Sandie, who assists with custom orders and helping people “pick out just the right piece for themselves or for a gift.” A participant in fairs and festivals throughout the eastern United States, Formato said he added Michigan to his schedule after making friends with Michiganians during the last 10 years of travel. While in town for the Festival, the Formatos will have the chance to visit them. According to Festival Chairman Scott Barr, Formato is among more than 120 crafters who will be staged along West Jefferson this year, offering
festivalgoers unique items of clothing, accessories, jewelry and decorative pieces for home and garden. Barr said 33 crafters are new this year.
“The ‘butterfly lady’ is back this year, too,” he said, noting that the artist Continued on page 14
JOHN FORMATO MOTORCYCLE SCULPTURE
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VENDORS Vendors of many kinds have joined us for the weekend festivities. Stop by their booths and see what they have to offer. Mojo Eyewear, Novelties, sunglasses
FOOD This year, 21 food/beverage vendors are ready and waiting to serve you! The food is plentiful with something to satisfy all tastes, and don’t forget to leave room for dessert!
FOOD VENDORS Jerry’s Grill Dodos Concessions Jack Bain Lemon aid Paradise Concessions Huron Food Genovese Ice Nick Concessions Trenton Concessions Kettle Corn The Donut Diner Trenton Loin Club
F-1 F-2 F-3 F-4 F-5 F-6 F-7 F-8 F-9 F-10
Mr.’s G Pizza Jack Bain Lemon aid Nick’s Concessions Trenton Ice Cream Tropic Love C.I.A. Cheesesteak Unique Style B & S Concessions Mr.’s G Elephant Ears Del’s Pizzeria
F-11 F-12 F-13 F-14 F-15 F-16 F-17 F-18 F-19 F-21
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features butterflies in her lamps and picture frames. For those who are drawn to the Festival for the food concessions, Barr said the organizing committee has accepted applications from 20 vendors to satisfy a crowd both hungry and thirsty. The expansive menu offers a variety of choices that includes sandwiches, chopped sirloin, hot fudge sundaes, and festive fruit dishes served in pineapples and watermelons. The city’s Special Needs Activities Program (SNAP) will be the beneficiary of Care2Share Baking, a division of Ned’s Pretzels, an Otisville com-
SHORTLINE SPIKES pany that commits more than 20 percent of its sales to anti-bullying antiviolence programs throughout Michigan. SNAP is a six-week summer camp program run through Trenton Parks and Recreation for cognitively impaired children and adults from the metro Detroit area. Campers take part in activities and events on site or during field trips, giving them the opportunity to enhance social and communication skills while familiarizing them with their community. Ned’s Pretzels owner Jeanine McMillin said they will be selling a variety of
seasoned pretzels, including those dipped in chocolate and embellished with caramel, peanut butter and candy pieces. Additionally, they will be selling scones and breads made with Michigan organic ingredients. “The Festival Committee has had a sampling of the products,” said Barr. “So good! And the proceeds are for a good cause within our community.” Vendors and crafters open for business with the start of the Festival each day and continue until at least the start of evening entertainment when the crowds tend to gravitate to the stages, said Barr.
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“One year, though, visitors continued walking throughout the Festival and making purchases, so we give vendors and crafters the option to stay open if they would like,” he said.
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offering half off kayak rides at Elizabeth Park Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pick up a free fest tote compliments of sponsors while supplies last at the information booth, along with Festival wine glasses for $5 each and recycle your cans and plastic bottles at Festival compliments of Monroe Bank and Trust, Majic Windows, DTE Energy, Black Rock & Italy American Construction Kids Korner, sponsored by Power Home Remodeling, DTE Energy, Advia Credit Union and Sprint will be located at Cherry and Atwood and include many activities including crafts compliments of Michael’s
craft store. The area also will have many inexpensive games to play and lively kids entertainment. Don’t forget comfy shoes to get your steps in. With more than 100 crafters and other exhibitors — not to mention dozens of food vendors spanning the
festival district — there will be plenty of steps available here. Directional signs compliments of Beaumont will be placed throughout the festival. For more information visit the website trentonsummerfestival.org or the Facebook page. Be sure to visit the Beaumont tent located on
West Jefferson at St. Joseph and learn all about Healthy Trenton and ways you can improve your health through healthy eating and active living! Know your numbers by taking advantage of important Health Screenings from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday. Nutritional education, fun fitness activities, and Healthy Trenton information will also be available all weekend long. On Friday, a free child fingerprinting program will be offered to parents. Stop by for all the details.
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