Before the Pageant begins they have a "County Fair" on the grounds in front of the stage area. Hundreds of people attend and do all sorts of things for the families from 7:00 to 8:00 every night. Several Wards are involved in putting on all the activities. Surprisingly to me the square dance area for the youth was one of the most popular. They all had quite the time.
Several checker boards are set up. As you can see, they were also popular.
These three were setting up the coloring activities for the little children. Stories and coloring for the wee ones. All with the pioneer theme.
Lots of different types of rope games too.
Of course, what would a county fair be without some good competition between handcart pullers. The one in the orange overcame being behind when they turned the corner and he came in first.
Many a skinned arm and nose in the sack race. Plenty of competition here too.
Sure we can walk on stilts. It's all a matter of balance and patience. Right?
Pulling sticks was another popular game. Works better with shoes though.
Look at all the porta potties they brought in just for this activity. They really do this up correctly.
Here is the menu - it is a fund raiser for the 3rd Ward.
Sara is very proud of you. She had a church lesson on Missionaries and she told me that she told her class that her Grandma and Grandpa are missionaries. Today she told Caroline's friend that she is going to Nauvoo. Her friend was trying to place it on a map I think. She looked very puzzled. We said, "It is in Illinois". She still looked puzzled. Then Sara piped up "They are missionaries!" Then the girl looked even more confused! :)
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