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Monday, October 20, 2008 10:43 AM Heritage Day draws crowd to Black Creek By Rochelle Moore Daily Times Staff Writer BLACK CREEK -- Cool weather and an overcast sky didn't stop families from visiting the 10th annual Black Creek Heritage Day Saturday. Craft vendors, children's entertainment and country music were all plentiful throughout the day, in addition to hay rides and a car show. "It's been pretty good," said Linda Durham, a vendor for the Black Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church. "We've had a wonderful time. I think this is a great way to meet people. It's a small town. A lot of people don't know you're here." Durham, whose booth offered face painting, a puppet show, fishing game and bake sale, had plenty of activity most of the day. Durham, a Black Creek resident, has attended the festival each year with her family. "We've come every year since they've had it," she said. "This is actually our first time working here." Local politics was also part of the day, as two school board candidates were on hand to talk to people. Henry Mercer, who is running for re-election in District 4, which includes Black Creek, and Gale Shafer, who is running in District 6, both shook hands and talked to voters about school board issues. Country music, an Elvis impersonator and other entertainment were also provided throughout the event, along with barbecue chicken plates, cotton candy and other festival favorites. Some of this year's entertainment included Russ Varnell and His Too Country Band, Mike Baker and the Drop Top Cadillacs and Buck and the Disciples of Song. "This is one of my favorite festivals because I know everyone," said "Cowboy Bob," who walked along Center Street in stilts, chaps, a cowboy vest and cowboy hat, greeting adults and playing with children. "This is a down-home festival, and this is my favorite time of the year." Shatyra Barnes of Black Creek strolled along Center Street with her 9-month-old son, Zy'ques, while both enjoyed a sucker. "This is my first time," she said. "It's great and fun for the kids in Black Creek. It gives them something to do for a change." Her only complaint -- "It's just cold." Richard Holland of Lucama said the festival is an annual event he enjoys, in particular the food and the annual car show. The car show was held at the Black Creek United Methodist Church. The church also provided hay rides through downtown. "It's a pretty good event," Holland said. "It was better last year. Last year, the weather was better." Only about half of vendors scheduled for the festival showed up. About 15 vendors backed out at the last minute because of the weather, and overall attendance was also lower this year. Still, hundreds of Black Creek and area residents attended the annual event, a highlight for the small Wilson County town. Friday night's street dance, along with the live music, was held under the town gazebo. "Even though it was raining Friday night, they had a good time," said Ellen Dawson, event organizer. "It didn't dampen their spirits. Overall, I think it's going pretty well. The ones I've talked to say they're enjoying it, and they enjoy the entertainment." rochelle@wilsontimes.com | 265-7818 |
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