Saturday, June 1, 2013

June 1, 2013. Artemas, PA. The Strawberry Festival.

Everyone we know in Artemas was there, plus several hundred folks we did not know.    The place was hopping.  The Lebanon Christian Church this afternoon held a fund raiser for the Youth Group.  They served fancy sandwiches, such as, sloppy joes, hot smoked sausage with onions, hot dogs  along with potato salad and green beans.  The men and ladies of the church did it all and the community came out in force.

While the food was served, the outside chairs were full too, with people listening to the musical groups, which changed every thirty minutes but never seem to be different.  Most people stay to listen after they eat.

Off to the side of the dining hall are displayed antique cars, brought by the owners who sit by their car and beam...and of course answer questions.  One of the restored antique tractors is owned by Alan Jay.

The best part was the deserts.   Strawberries were served many different ways.   They had huge bowls of strawberries, all ready to be served over ice cream or separately in a bowl or poured over pound cake or biscuits.  And of course, with lots and lots of ice cream.

It is quite a show for a small church.   The service on Sunday is held at 9:30 with Sunday School at 10:45.  The young minister has done a great job building up the interest at the Lebanon Church.  Everyone seemed happy and enthusiastic.  Ken and I were happy to support their efforts.

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