Stanton Old Fashion Days--Part II

So here I am again finishing my posting from Stanton Old Fashion Days. This post is part II; if you would like to see part I, click here. Saturday was so jam-packed that I was almost overwhelmed by all the photo possibilities...almost! I will have to admit the weather was a unfavorable in the morning and at times I honestly thought they were going to cancel. It was a torrential down pour! Luckily almost everyone stuck it out and thank goodness because I would hate to have everyone miss this festival.

A lot was going on the in morning....5k run (which was shot by a second shooter, Nicole), the tractor show was delayed for a bit, but the Kiddie parade was still a go.

Luckily after the parade was delayed for an hour, the weather was more cooperative and all was well!

The Grand Marshalls of 2009 were The Rolstons.

Even Ronald McDonald himself, made an appearance at Stanton Old Fashion Days!

I must admit, there is something about firemen....

The official Stanton Old Fashion Days truck was custom built from scratch!

Here he is folks.....ELVIS!! I could not believe how many people were there wanting his autograph. He has such a huge crowd....so many people were lined up along the stage.

They had so many inflatables set up for the kids....I was so jealous they didn't have my size for me to test it out.

A few shots during the car show!

BINGO!!

The Queen, Alexa LaLonde, and her court for an impromptu photo.

Ariel shots of beautiful downtown Stanton.

This vehicle won Best In Show.

The picture on the left is the proud owner.

Of course after the car show award ceremony wrapped up, it's only suitable for cruise time!

On Sunday, the events concluded with sports and intense competition. First was Mud Volleyball at Double 6 Sports Complex, then the AMAZING Waterball Tournament held by the Fireman, then the festival concluded with Texas Hold 'Em.

I had the best time watching this tournament. I have never seen anything like this and I can honestly say that I am hooked. I can't wait to see another one soon! Maybe next year it will be held on Friday night or Saturday afternoon.

Here are all the competitors along with the winners.

Okay....here's my shameful plug for myself. I was honored to receive a ribbon from the committee members. I felt the best way to showcase was to hang it on my door.

Texas Hold 'Em. The only thing I can say is that all the players were lucky that I was photographing the event rather than playing--otherwise I would be raking in all thier chips right about now!

So unfortunately that concludes the festival :( I had such a wonderful time and I know that next year will be even bigger and better. Stanton Old Fashion Days is always held during the second week in August and the dates for 2010 is August 11-15. I hope to see you there!!