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Shades of the Past Festival is planned for Saturday Melodie Phelps News Editor The Shades of the Past Festival has become an increasingly popular event every year, and this year is no exception. A record number of booths, as well as classic automobiles, are expected to fill the downtown area on Saturday afternoon for the celebration. This marks the sixth year for the Shades of the Past 50's and 60's Celebration, which is sponsored by the Monticello-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. Penny Thompson, Administrative Assistant for the Chamber, noted that so far there has been a lot of interest in this year's event. The celebration will be held from 3 until 9 p.m. and there is something for everyone to enjoy. The evening will feature live entertainment and a variety of activities. Monticello Elementary Children's Choir will open the program. Others who will take the stage include: Bell Tones, Wayne County High School Choir, Elvis impersonator Rick Staley, Western Rail and Klassyc Tymes. There are plans to bring back many favorite contests, including Best Dressed, bubble gum blowing, hula hoop and limbo. Classic cars, along with motorcycles, will be on display around the square. Everyone is encouraged to bring a lawn chair and dress in 50's and 60's attire. Thompson noted that streets will be blocked to thru traffic between the hours of 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Saturday. Detour routes will be marked. She also pointed out that the Quilt Shoppe and the Wayne County Historical Museum will be open Saturday during the event. For more information on the festival, call (606) 348-3064, (606) 348-0167 or toll free at 1-866-348-3064. Add a comment |
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