Gladee's at Hirtle' s Beach
Mahone Bay Scarecrow Festival
Join us as we spend some fun, quality time in the midst of a most remarkable event. Jodie and I had a great day taking pictures of Mahone Bay's lively, lovable friends and neighbours.
This charming seaside village is a delightful half-hour drive from Gladee's at Hirtle's Beach. Summer fun is extended to the shoulder seasons with a full menu of activities and sights, not the least of which is the annual Great Scarecrow Festival and Antique Fair, held the first weekend in October. This community of scarecrows clearly demonstrates the town is home to a wealth of ingenuity and finely- honed artistic abilities and sense of fun.
Amos Pewter has an inviting get-away where passers-by enjoy a tranquil moment free of the hussle and bustle. This tranquil gardener likes nothing better than spending her days among the flowers. Her sweetheart welcomes visitors to the pewter shop, gallery and workshop. Amos Pewter is the first Nova Scotia member of the Quebecois Economuseum network, whose mission is to showcase traditional trades and skills. Interested visitors are introduced to pewter history and techniques.
An original settler stands by one of her trusty farm animals. Teams of oxen played an important role in clearing land, preparing the gardens and fields for seeding, hauling firewood and other heavy loads. Today, some oxen are still used for work -- mostly to keep in shape for ox pull competitions.
Preeesenting, for you, on our centre stage....the Best....the Happiest...the most Successful singing scarecrows on the face of the earth.....Ray Charles and Tina Turner.
INTRODUCING .... for the very first time, the Fab Threesome! From left, Mick Jagger tests the mike (or is that a hairbrush?) with his tongue. Next comes Elvis -- he's back and looking better than ever. And, finally the Diva Cher in all her fabulous finery. Tonight, in the heart of town, they'll perform for the first time, Why I Love Being a Scarecrow in Mahone Bay.
Everything is Hunky Dory in this trusty little Lunenburg Dory!
A gardener's take on the Scarecrow Festival. This gal is all set for the '80s-Big-Hair return ... as for her pooch, he prefers using gel for a slim, trim look.
Life is like a box of chocolates ... You never know what you'll get! In this case, you get a very creative display of "Forrest Gump" waiting for the bus. Makes perfect sense that he's sitting on the step of Sensational Chocolates.
Here's a special parcel for Mrs. Pumpkin-Head!!
Come sit with me a spell. We'll have a grand old time!
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Thank-you Mahone Bay -- to all the people who, once again, created such a fabulous photo-op. The annual Great Scarecrow Festival and Antique Fair is a must-see event.