Some ribbon offerings from Over the Moon at Victorian Days |
Couple in vintage clothing for Victorian Days in Belvidere, NJ |
The antique cars took up their spots with the owners proudly polishing and shining every speck of dust off of them. All the antique dealers and crafters were in the same spots they have occupied for many years around the beautiful square that is the center of Belevidere.
The master of ceromonies and the town crier proudly announced that the clocks were turned back to the year 1900. The costumed residence and visitors started to appear strolling about, the Star Spangled Banner was played, and Victorian Days 2011 opened.
There was much entertainment, with singing and dancing, the old calliope from Holland played, banjo bands, house tours, Victorian fashion shows, gentleman's auction, afternoon tea, an old time baseball game, and delicious homemade offerings from the churches that surround the square.
Next year will be the 25th anniversary of Belvidere Days. I suspect it will be bigger and better than ever. Mary Ann and her devoted staff always seem to pull this huge undertaking together.
Oh yea, oh yea congratulations to Belvidere to be able to present the 24th annual Victorian Days in grand style despite,earthquakes, hurricanes, and severe flooding!
The ribbon Lady at Victorian Days |
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