Parks n Rec Pumpkin Fest Oct. 9

The third annual Pumpkin Fest is coming back to Huron this fall – it will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9. The festival will be at the Huron Boat Basin. Enjoy a variety of craft vendors, Heller Magic (magicians and illusionists), a petting zoo, food, a bounce house and craft tent, ‘My Mother’s Market’ (with pumpkins, mums, kids’ obstacle course, cooking demonstrations, and more), entertainment, contests for young and old, and children’s games.  Don’t forget to check out one of the favorite aspects from the past fall festivals – the Barnes Nursery Pumpkin drop. Admission is free.
Schedule of events is as follows:

Noon                    Festival Opens – great food, games, a petting zoo, craft vendors;
12-2 p.m.    Touch a Truck area opens – check out trucks, tractors, safety service vehicles, and a couple of surprises;
1 p.m.    Jungle Terry’s Safari Animal show;
3:30 p.m.    Barnes Nursery Pumpkin Drop;
4 p.m.    Heller Magic – magicians and illusionists;
5 p.m.     Scarecrow decorating contest.
Come watch a new addition to this year’s festival … Heller Magic’s “Midway of Magic.” Kevin Heller, along with his wife Robin, has been entertaining audiences at fairs and festivals and outdoor events for the better part of his career. From “Free Stages” to “Grandstands,”watch with unexpected delight a magic and illusion show that has been specially designed for outdoor events such as this festival. Music, showmanship, comedy, engaging audience participation, great magic and outstanding illusion are all part of the “Midway of Magic” experience. Don’t miss this exciting show, starting at 4 p.m. at the Amphitheater.


Also, attention craft vendors … We will be accepting a limited number of craft vendors for the Huron Pumpkin Fest. The spaces are 10 by 10.  $25 per space. For details and fee information,  call 419-433-8487.
And attention volunteers … We are looking for members of the community who would like to work as volunteers at the Huron Pumpkin Fest. In order to make an event of this size run smoothly, we need help. Interested?  Please call 419-433-8487.

Fall and Winter Fitness Classes
*Sign up for any 2 classes and receive $5 off
*Sign up for any 3 classes and receive $10 off

Aerobics Classes with Monica Studans
This is the class you have been waiting for – a complete and effective workout for all fitness levels. Work out at your own pace with 40 minutes of easy, fun and fat-burning dance, "Zumba" and "Tae-Bo Style" kick-boxing moves. One class per week combines weights with cardio for the ultimate in fat-burning.  Tone and strengthen your arms, legs and abs using weights and resistance, and relieve stress with a relaxing stretch. Bring a mat, water and two 2-5 lb. hand-held weights.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Woodlands Intermediate. Cost is residents $45, and non-residents, $50. Registration forms are available online.
Fall I -- September 21 - October 21;
Fall II -- October 26 - December 2 (off Thanksgiving week);
Winter I -- January 11 - February 10 ;
Winter II -- February 22 - March 24;
Spring -- April 5 - May 12 (no classes April 26, 28).

Zumba Classes with Loretta Majoy
Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that’s fun and effective. Held on Tuesdays from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Sept. 21-Nov. 23 at Shawnee Elementary.  Cost is residents $45, and non-residents, $50.

2010 First Federal Farmers Market
Don’t miss your chance to get the freshest produce in Erie County. In addition to our returning vendors, we have added a couple new vendors this year, so be sure to check it out. The market is held every Thursday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Huron Boat Basin, 330 N. Main St., through October.  Be sure to mark your calendars and shop for your produce at the First Federal Farmers Market.