(Peterboro, NY – July 2015) The Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department will be host the annual Peterboro Hometown Day on Saturday July 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and in the evening at 7 p.m. for the annual concert accompanied by pie and ice cream.
The Deli on the Green will open at 8 a.m. and close at 9 p.m.
Exhibits on “On the Green” will include new and old cars, truck, tractors and motorcycles, the Madison County BRIDGES Stop DWI and Texting, Smithfield Community Association, Smithfield Town Democrats, Smithfield Veterans Memorial, Sterling Silver by Norm Dann., as well as other community groups.
The Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark and the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. with free admission.
Airborne Adventures from Munnsville will provide balloon walks as a special treat for children. A balloon walk consists of a hot air balloon that is in anchored at the top end, and at the bottom end, and then inflated with cold air by use of an inflation fan. Rather than standing the balloon with air that is heated by the burner, the balloon is kept inflated with just the cold air. A large heavy mat is placed over the “skirt” at the bottom end of the balloon, making it easily accessible for children of all ages, including those in wheelchairs. The public can then enter and view the balloon from the inside (without shoes). To make the experience even more fun for children, we typically introduce large inflatable balls for them to play with while they are in the balloon. Balloon walks are especially popular at community events and private parties involving young school age children. No precipitation can be occurring or expected within the time of operation.
Crystal Kay’s School of Dance will open the programs with a performance at 11:30 a.m.
At noon the chicken barbecue will begin at the fire house and continue until all dinners are sold.
At 6:30 p.m. the Old Clay Stone from Wampsville will begin the evening concert. Old Clay Stone features a little something for everyone, providing a variety of music and artists, including country, folk, Adirondack, and acoustic style. The band provides fun and an energetic atmosphere for the whole family with selections ranging from Johnny Cash to more modern artists such as Miranda Lambert. Vocals are accompanied by the toe tapping sounds of the guitar, banjo, mandolin, standup bass, harmonica and drums.
At 7 p.m. the Peterboro United Methodist Church will be serving pie and ice cream. Bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket to enjoy the hometown evening.
Door prizes for the 50/50 raffle will be given throughout the day. Tickets are currently available from fire department members, and will be available during the event.
For further information on the event or setting up a booth at the event, contact Mark Bradbury at 315-761-5505 and brad83m@gmail.com. Contributions to the Smithfield Volunteer Fire Department can be made at 4581 Peterboro Road, P.O. Box 115, Peterboro NY 13134.