This past Saturday was Hernando’s Water Tower Festival, this festival consisted of many booths that the community set up early morning. Walking down a little bit more there was the community corner for the many kids that were there, there was a lot of activities set up.
Volunteers and many clubs such as Key Club, Crown Club, and NHS all came together in the morning from 6am to 8am to help people set up their booths for the Water Tower Festival. They worked as a team to unload supplies, arrange tables, and decorate the booths, making sure everything was ready before the festival started. Their hard work and cooperation made the setup process smooth and efficient, helping the event run successfully and creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone attending.
The festival kicked off bright and early at 9 am, with excitement buzzing through the air as everyone eagerly set up their booths. Each booth was packed with a variety of goodies to offer the visitors, including delicious sweets, colorful shirts, and hygiene products. There were also booths that had wood art, carefully designed cups, bright 3D art work, and treats for pets. There was also many food trucks that sold fair food and homemade lemonade. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and everything went smoothly from the very start. People from all around the community came out to enjoy the festival, and it was clear that everyone was having a great time sharing in the fun and festivities.
“I thought it was a lot of fun, there was a lot of community involvement, everyone was super kind,” Anne Rowen Slater explains about the community event.
One of the highlights of the event was the community corner, which was specially designed to be a kid-friendly zone full of activities and entertainment. This area was filled with bright and bouncy inflatables where kids could jump and play to their hearts’ content. The laughter and joyful screams of children filled the space, creating a warm and happy environment that was perfect for families.Alongside the inflatables, there was a face painting station that quickly became one of the most popular spots at the festival. Every kid wanted to get their face painted with colorful designs, from butterflies and superheroes to animals and glittery patterns. The Crown Club girls took charge of this station, using their creativity and skill to paint each child’s face with care. Their friendly smiles and patient approach made the experience even more enjoyable for the kids, who eagerly lined up to see what fun design they would get next.
“The kids were so joyful and it was nice to see their happy little faces in the community,” Evelyn Jewell said she felt while working the community corner.
In addition to the inflatables and face painting, the community corner also offered free books for children. This thoughtful touch encouraged reading, making the festival not only fun but also educational. There was also the bracelet station that got plenty of attention, while the kids made one bracelet for themselves they were told to make another for their best friend, showing them to care. Parents appreciated this aspect as it gave their kids a chance to pick out new stories to take home and to make fun jewelry to wear there on out. The combination of play, creativity, and learning created an experience that families truly valued.
Throughout the day, the festival maintained a smooth flow, with no major issue. The teamwork between the different clubs and volunteers was evident, as everyone knew their roles and worked together to ensure the event was a success. The booths attracted a steady stream of visitors, all eager to explore the various offerings and support the community. The sweets booth was especially popular, with many people snacking on treats while browsing the other booths. The shirts were a hit too, with festival-themed designs that people loved to wear as souvenirs, as many people walked around with their Whataburger shirt souvenirs. As well as the food trucks cooking up a storm all day long to keep the community fed. Hygiene products were also in demand, showing how the festival aimed to meet practical needs alongside entertainment.
“All the vendors were super sweet and they gave great service to everyone who visited,” Brookelynn Gilbert tells about the booths.
Overall, the festival was a wonderful day filled with fun, community spirit, and meaningful connections. The combination of delicious treats, creative activities, food trucks, and helpful products made it a memorable event for everyone involved. The Crown Club girls’ face painting added a special touch that brought smiles to many young faces, while the inflatables and free books kept kids happily engaged. With everything running smoothly from the start at 9 am, til the end at 3 pm, the festival was a true celebration of community and togetherness, leaving everyone looking forward to the next time they could gather and enjoy such a fun event.