Carleton Place Pride Fest beats the heat

On Saturday July 20 the Carleton Place Pride Committee held their second annual Pride Fest at the new Carleton Junction Park from 11 am- 4 pm. The sweltering heat didn’t seem to slow down the crowds that enjoyed the new more spacious digs for the festival in this recently-built expansive multi-use park. Tents occupied by local vendors, community groups, and municipal services were well attended. The days events included face-painting, a DJ dance party, a kids-zone, a lip-sync battle and a performance by the Amazing Fabulettes. Judging by the number of families, the committee’s goal of being an extremely inclusive family event was easily met.

Submitted by Brian Turner