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Wheaton Heritage Festival provides interactive history lesson
The second annual Wheaton Heritage Festival, organized by the Wheaton Historical Society and Depot Museum, was held Oct. 11. Spokesperson Chris Hay called the event a success. 'We had a lot more people in attendance this year than we did last year,' Hay said. 'We may even have made a little money.' The event featured local vendors, musicians, activities for kids and craftsmen who demonstrated skills and machinery from years past.
Lassoing a good time at 4-H Carnival
Ben Dillow, 7, of Cassville, plays a roping game at the 4-H Carnival, held on Saturday at the Sho-Me Plaza in Cassville on Saturday.
Cassville Community Collective hosts Christmas in July
Jenna Crim, with Jennaroo Creations, provided face (and leg) painting services at the 2nd Annual Cassville Christmas in July, held at the Cassville Aquatic Center Park on Saturday.
Annual Open House draws book lovers to Library
The Cassville Branch Library hosted its annual Open House on Saturday, inviting the public to visit the Library for free cookies, face painting, games and reading.
Pollinator Weekend returns to Roaring River
Staff at Roaring River State Park are gearing up to celebrate National Pollinator Week June 20-22. The Roaring River Nature Center will offer programs and handouts from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the day.
Christmas cheer spread at annual event
Jace Johnson, 4, of Cassville, receives a kiss on the head from Santa Claus while being held by Josi Rose, of Cassville. Santa was available for photos and to hear Christmas wishes at the Cassville Community Christmas Celebration on Friday. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
The Show serenades on astronomical stage
Andy Anderson sings “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” with Sarah Sandoval during opening night of the celestial-themed production of The Show on Thursday. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
Sunny Christmas-themed Cook-Off gifts great time
Barry Electric Cooperative employees celebrate being named Most Spirited at the Chili and Salsa Cook-Off Saturday. The group also won People’s Choice Salsa and Judge’s Choice First Place Chili.
Friends Festival draws 250
Everlee Golubski, 12, of Exeter, smiles as she pets a pony, part of the petting zoo offered by the Horner Ridge Runners 4-H which included a horse, pony, cows, chickens and ducks. The 4-H and Jennaroo Creations, providing face painting to 67 youth, were at the inaugural Cassville Friends of the Library Fall Carnival, held at Memorial Park by the American Legion building. Kyle Troutman/ktroutman@cassville-democrat.com
24 sell wares at Zone 4 Fall Flea Market
Joseph Carriker, of Joplin, demonstrated flint-knapping and displayed Native American-style artwork during the Zone 4 Fall Flea Market in Cassville on Saturday.
