Sputnik Fest

Last weekend we went to our town's Sputnik Fest. Apparently,47 years ago a piece of Sputnik was found in town in front of what is now an art museum. I have no idea what the building was then. Anyway, a group has now decided to commemorate the event with a festival. Now, I am all for a good festival, but this is a bit silly to me with how it is advertised. Aliens were everywhere. Now tell me what do aliens have to do with Sputnik? I do understand that inside the museum was a very nice display which I hope gave some history as to what Sputnik really was. We did not go inside because my Ainsley was scared of a costumed woman sitting near the door.

This is actually a sculpture outside the museum that was modified for the event.

Of course, my children's (and hubby's) favorite Star Wars characters were also on hand. I thought Ainsley would want to see Princess Leia, but no she was all over Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Aidan was impressed with the Gramorian Guard(sp?). He even had fake drool. I think Aidan really liked the gross out factor because Ainsley would not go near this guy.

Of course, no Star Wars character set is complete without some storm troopers.

My little aliens. Aidan was not too happy in this shot for some reason. Actually, besides all the silliness it was a nice family friendly even. Lots of vendors selling their wares, a local ice cream shop was on hand selling frozen treats, and $1 got the kids 2 rides on a bounce house slide. We ran in to many friends and acquantances as well so a fun day was had by all.


If I don't get to post again, I hope everyone has a good weekend. A neighbor just stopped by to invite Ainsley to a birthday party tomorrow. She made some apologies because it was a class party, but the little girl had invited Ainsley verbally. We already had plans to head to a nearby town so B could do some shopping he needed to do tomorrow, so now I am not sure what to do. We will most likely continue with out plans, but now I feel badly. Oh well. I can't be everywhere and I was looking forward to possibly seeing Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. The children's book this is loosely based on is amazing and a favorite in our house. Have a good weekend everyone!

ETA: By the way... I have finally been given permission to tell some great news. I am going to be an Auntie! A real Auntie!