In spite of the unseasonably cool weather this year, it's a fun and exciting time of year in Wenatchee, Washington.  This time of year is full of very fun and unique activities in the Wenatchee valley.  I've been so busy with life and work, I've missed writing about many of them, but do want to mention a few and give you some links to read more, and access pictures, if you're inclined. 


Yesterday, Thursday April 24th, was the first official day of the annual Washington State Apple Blossom Festival, held in Wenatchee every year.  This is a VERY BIG deal here with 11 days full of activities.  Click on the above link to have access to all the details of events that will be taking place in the "Apple Capital of the World" over the next several days.   I can't even begin to list all the events and activities here.




Volunteer Crew for the Newbery Elementary School Youth Parade FloatTomorrow is the Youth Parade.  This picture, to the left, is an insiders sneak peak at the John Newbery Elementary School's entry in the youth parade. Click on the image to enlarge and see the smiling faces of these awesome volunteers.  My friend and business partner, Shelley Granger (in the Mickey Mouse t-shirt), was the chairperson for this committee and they worked really hard all week to design and construct this masterpiece, "A Slice of Paradise".  The parade starts at Triangle Park at 11:00 a/m, going down Orondo, north on Mission, ending at Fifth Street. 


Next Saturday will be the Grand finale event of the Festival... the Grand Parade. 




And... building up to Apple Blossom festival are several other major events:


* The hugely popular Ridge to River Relay has a separate event for kids and adults.   Click on the link to get results, info, and lots of pictures of the youth and adult events.


* The Wenatchee Marathon  benefits cancer research and local charities.  Over $8,000 was raised this year.    Shelley was part of a relay team for this event and it was so much fun to go cheer her on. She's not really a runner person but she trained for the event and did awesome.  Even the early morning snow could not dampen their team community spirit. 


When this years events are over, planning will begin almost immediately for next year.   It's all a HUGE undertaking, with hundreds of volunteers for the various events. 



Have a great week-end,













Thinking of buying or selling real estate?  Contact the Top Team today:
Carol Williams  TopTeamCarol@gmail.com
Shelley Granger  TopTeamShelley@gmail.com


Remember:
Information is FREE.  Knowledge, Experience & Integrity Are Priceless