NEW GLOUCESTER — A heavy turnout at the New Gloucester Community Fair on Saturday brought the public an assortment of activities for all ages to enjoy.
An antique and vintage auto show and an authentic baseball game using classic uniforms and rules from 1864 brought delight as the Dirigo Ball Club won victory over the Presumpscot Base Ball Club by a score of 3 to 2.
Rock climbing and bungee trampoline appealed to youngsters, and a giant fire truck ferried children around the New Gloucester Fairgrounds.
Michael Bardier, who heads up the Fair Committee of New Gloucester volunteers, said the event was partially funded by taxpayers at $5,000. The goal in the future is to make the $20,000 fair self-sufficient.
Crafters joined with the Democrat and Republican political parties vying for public support.
Pony rides and goats drew children’s attention along with Mr. Drew and his Animals, Too, of Lewiston.
Abby, a California king snake was docile while Tim Hamilton and Kelsy Hotham held her gently.
A show of solid support greeted volunteers who worked hard to make the event a success for the community.
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- A big wheeled fire engine, one of the many attractions at the New Gloucester Fair on Saturday.
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- The Dirigo Base Ball Club claims victory over Presumpscot Base Ball Club, 3 to 2, using 1864 rules and vintage uniforms Saturday at the New Gloucester Fair.
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- Disney heroines visit the Gloucester Fair on Saturday. From left are Brooke Cottrell as Cinderella, Isabella Castrucci as Tinkerbell, Lexi Stocker as Belle, Kendra Elder as Snow White and Sierra Gilmore as Elsa.
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- John Cristo has the best view of the New Gloucester Fair as he soars on the bungee trampoline on Saturday.
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- Children jump from the bungee trampoline at the New Gloucester Fair on Saturday.
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- Tim Hamilton and Kelsy Hotam get to know Abby, a 17-year-old California king snake, at the New Gloucester Fair on Saturday.
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