NEWBERRY ‒ Spring is in the air and so are the festivals that celebrate them. This weekend it was the Newberry Main Street Organization’s 2023 Spring Festival that brought the people out in full force.
“We are thrilled with the turnout this year,” said Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe. “Just this year we have doubled the number of vendors participating in our festival.”
Tents stretched as far as the eye could see down Seaboard Drive, the smell of BBQ beckoned and the mood was lighthearted. In addition to the many booths showcasing crafts, woodwork, jewelry, and plants, there was a big focus on activities. Camel rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, and a children’s train delighted young and old alike and provided many picture-worthy moments.
Two bands, The Hogtown Slayers Band and Midnight Blue, kept the crowd entertained under a huge spreading oak offering shade from the warm sunny weather. This event was from 9-4 and if you missed it, keep your eye on The Newberry Main Street Organization website for more events in the future at https://www.visitgainesville.com/organizer/newberry-main-street-organization/
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Newberry's Spring Festival Draws Crowds
Photo by VIVIAN ARNDT/Newberry Mayor Jordan Marlowe congratulates Oak Hill Middle School students Dylan Lamb and Aurora Aguero on winning nationals in the VEX IQ Robotics Competition and qualifying to go on to international competition in April.
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