Sunday, August 9, 2015

JUST A NORMAL WEEKEND

Prescott, Arizona, is a magnet on hot summer weekends. This one is no exception as a big arts and crafts fair has set up for business on the Courthouse Square and thousands of visitors and probably even some locals have clustered there.

Residents of the baking hot desert cities to our south probably make up most of the visitors, enjoying somewhat cooler temperatures under the huge leafy trees on the plaza.


Local buskers show off their musical talents as they try to fill up an instrument case with donations.



Adding to the "state fair" atmosphere are the food booths, filling the air with savory aromas.




But it's not all burgers, barbecue and tamales. This year some newcomers have sprouted up to satisfy different tastes.





In the crowd of ballcaps and sun hats and sandals, some people are maintaining their individualism.




It's a fun day but all this walkin' and gawkin' makes a fellow tired.


I think I'll head for home and a nap.

Good idea?


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14 comments:

  1. Should Fish MoreAugust 9, 2015 at 9:14 AM

    I'm sure you picked the salad or the buffalo over those other high cal offerings.......
    Looks like fun, and some nice boots.

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  2. JagerAugust 9, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Idea for a food booth-"Prescott Prickly Pear Pie"...

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    1. CatalystAugust 9, 2015 at 2:12 PM

      "You just keep thinkin', Butch, that's what you're good at."

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  3. LLAugust 9, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    You're a braver man than I ! Best time on The Square is 7 am on a weekday!

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  4. Tom CochrunAugust 9, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    Not sure I'd care for the temperatures, but it looks like a festive day. The food vendors were especially appealing!

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  5. SharonAugust 9, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    I did that a few weeks ago with Judy and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I didn't buy anything but I love walking around the square and taking in the sights.

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  6. joehAugust 9, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    I'm up for the Hawaiian shaved ice.

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  7. JudyAugust 9, 2015 at 12:33 PM

    Looks about right. Good shots of those hatted people too.

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  8. ValAugust 9, 2015 at 1:53 PM

    Molly doesn't look so jolly under his tamale sign!

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    1. CatalystAugust 9, 2015 at 2:13 PM

      He was cheerier a bit later when business picked up.

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  9. stephen HayesAugust 9, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    That San Francisco chocolate stand really grabbed my attention.

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  10. The BugAugust 9, 2015 at 5:08 PM

    I'll take a samosa & some chocolate please! Love the music sample and I WANT THOSE BOOTS!

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  11. SteveAugust 10, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    It must have been warm.

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