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“Remember When” is 2012 Theme
“Remember When” is the official theme for the 2012 Old Timers’ Festival. After revamping the festival and making it a three day event in 2011 with the theme “New Beginnings,” it was again time to honor the ancestors who first settled LaVergne, which has also been called “Buchananville” and “Mountain View.” Mr. Neal Martin has been [...]
Old Timers Festival Thank You
Old Timers Festival Thank You By Mayor Senna Mosley It is a pleasure to extend my thanks to the community of LaVergne for their support of the 2011 Old Timers’ Festival, held September 16-18 at Veterans Memorial Park. This was our first year expanding it to a full-blown festival event and the overwhelming feedback we [...]
In Conclusion…
We have very successfully concluded our 2011 Old Timers Festival! This was the first year we extended it to a three-day event and tried to use most of Veterans Memorial Park and – while we gained very valuable insight on how to make it even better - the overwhelming feedback from guests has been positive. THANK YOU [...]
Meet Petunia
Petunia rolled into La Vergne this afternoon… ready for a good time! She is one of the potbellied pigs that stars in Skin and Bones Comedy Circus. Petunia will be joined by two other potbellied pigs, along with several pups at 1:00, 2:30, and 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Have you ever petted a potbellied [...]
*Official* Schedule of Events
Following a state inspection of the rides, the carnival opened last night under a crisp, cool sky. The farris wheel, super slide, and other rides will be in La Vergne through Sunday, so be sure to stop by and have a great time! For those interested in more than just the carnival, here is the [...]
Amazing Crafters on the Hill
Our craft area has completely filled up! We want to extend a warm welcome to the following talented artisans: AE Design American Past Tents Angie’s Stained Glass As the Bowl Turns Body Graphics by D Books by Marilyn M. Fisher Cindy Did It! Creative Images & Framing Crockett Magnetic Jewelry Ed Shamory Crochet & Embroidery [...]
The Parade is Coming
The 2011 Old Timers Festival Parade is shaping up to be one of the most beautiful we’ve had. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 17th (line-up at 9:00 a.m. for participants). We have encouraged our participating organizations and businesses to build floats this year – and they have really come through! We have almost a [...]
The Carnival Is Upon Us!
The carnival opens tonight at 6 PM. We saw the carnival while it was setting up this morning and it looks like it is going to be so much fun! Currently all the rides are being inspected by the state and local authorities to ensure their safety. Once the inspections are finished, it will be [...]
Carnival Rides Open Tomorrow
Excitement is building as the carnival rolled into La Vergne this week. After a little rain Thursday morning, the weather for the rest of the festival is supposed to be gorgeous. The rides will open between 5:00 and 6:00 pm on Thursday and Friday, at 12:00 noon on Saturday, and at 1:00 pm on Sunday. [...]
Pageant Winners Named
La Vergne High School Junior Ashleigh Alford was named Miss La Vergne on Saturday, in the first city-sponsored pageant held the weekend before the Old Timers’ Festival. Alford, daughter of Dale Alford and Judie Singer, was selected the winner on September 10th by a panel of four judges not affiliated with or residents of the [...]
