MOLASSES FESTIVAL A BUSY PLACE

(09/26/2008)

The award winning quilt from the quilt show
Ready to enter babies in Pretty Baby Contest

Yesterday's 41st West Virginia Molasses Festival had several highlights in addition to a run of molasses.

The festival grounds was a busy place, with folks already turning out for the community event.

Friday's highlights include a Sausage and Pancake Supper from 3:30-6:30 p.m. and gospel music featuring the Bowen Family and the Temple Gates.

Saturday is Rubber Ducky day, a cook-off, a chicken barbecue, and the Grand Parade starting at 1 p.m.

There is entertainment Throughout the afternoon and evening.

Kids enjoying new playground equipment
An assortment of canned goods on display

Booths display various items and crafts
Veggies on display for top prizes