Enjoyable Smithville

Historic Smithville welcomes the May Fest each year.  It is a two day affair often   referred to as a select craft show.  This year a dear friend invited me to accompany her and her sister.  Although the sky was overcast, dry weather did prevail on Saturday, but rain on Sunday did not make it an outdoor day.  I limited my purchases to a Jersey Devil mug and a Jersey Devil  refrigerator magnet.  Sadly the shoppe where I made my purchases had all merchandise fifty percent off since it is going out of business.  In the last few years Smithville has regained popularity for its restaurants, shoppes and pleasant atmosphere. It is rather sad to see such a shoppe with unique merchandise no longer be available.

 

The sign is located along Route 9 and it is indication of a well maintained business.

A well carved bear was for sale and he was very appropriate greeting many people to the show.  As we exited the area we saw he had been sold for $175.00.

I wonder if these little characters found a home, perhaps with the welcoming arms of a grateful child.

Brushes were definitely in motion as two face painters did an excellent job creating whatever art you wanted to become.  This was not just for the young as many adults displayed the art too.

The watermelon dishware was bright and colorful.  Perhaps at another time I would have had difficulty passing by.

 

 It certainly took a lot of time and patience to create these colorful items.  The creator was working on her projects as we observed.

The twisting and twining of nature's branches and twigs makes a delightful display.

Round and round we go!  How hard it is to make the right choice, should it be the rabbit, horse, ostrich, or perhaps the lion.  Whatever the choice the waving of hands, and bright smiles make it a fun adventure.

The dealer was asking $1200.00 for the license plate craft.  She indicated it was made by her father a number of years ago.

Cloe was being held by gentle hands.  She was a rescue dog who gets a lot of attention.

Johnnie attracted attention where ever he was.  He enjoyed a petting hand and a treat from his owner.

This fellow has done an excellent job in teaching his owner to use his favorite wagon when traveling.

 

 

When you are counting calories you must learn to say " NO" to such a tempting dish.  I was very proud because this time I said, "No!"

It was not just another day at Smithville because there is always something of interest such as the sand castle welcoming visitors to the restaurant.  Always something tasty to choose from.  They also serve a wonderful brunch on Sundays.

Thank you for letting me share my day with you.