I looked forward to the Solano County Fair every year of my childhood, but that year in particular entered the family lexicon as the year I broke my brother out of 'mirror jail. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom plans to reopen with a special exclusive preview for Members and Season Pass holders, April 1 and 2, then opening to the general. Our disappointment was soon forgotten as we pooled our remaining coins for a last Fair snack of hot dogs and Sno-cones. In my haste to “save” my brother, I’d broken pretty much all of my winnings. As I retrieved my bag, we heard an ominous clinking sound. The four of us were alone amid the swirl of humanity, color and noise of the Midway. I dropped the bag, ran up the steps, groped my way to my brother and led him out, to the cheers of the crowd.īy the time we got back to my sisters, the gawkers had moved on. My poor brother, practically hysterical, was trapped inside and was banging on the front of the trailer, while my sisters watched helplessly. You choose the reward you want from the list, click 'Redeem' and you can immediately use your reward at the park. Includes everything that comes with our Gold Season Pass. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom really is a tale of two theme parks. Lugging the heavy bag of clinking glass, I raced down the path to find a small crowd gathering in front of the House of Mirrors. Includes everything that comes with our Gold Season Pass. Suddenly I heard a commotion and my name being called down the Midway. My throwing arm was intact, so I soon had a substantial haul, including several glasses, bowls and platters I thought would be great gifts for Mom. I realized that my ride money added up to a BUNCH of dimes, which could be pitched for glassware, goldfish and stuffed animals hawked by the carnival barkers that lined the Midway paths. I trailed after my older sister and younger brother and sister, growing more and more disconsolate as they enjoyed the rides on the Midway. Nevertheless, my three siblings and I were deposited by Mom at the Fair gates on a bright Kids Day morning, with instructions to buy a ticket for the Lilac Steer Auction, and with pocket money for ride tickets and delicacies like Steak-on-a-Stake and funnel cakes. Unfortunately I broke my arm the day after school let out, so no Tilt-a-Whirl, Ferris Wheel or bumper cars for me. The Flower Show, Art Exhibit, McCormack Hall’s quilts and jellies, the 4-H livestock, the Rodeo, the gemstones, and oh! the Midway! Bright lights and exhilarating rides, corn dogs and cotton candy washed down with fresh-squeezed lemonade. The Exposition Hall, with fresh-pulled taffy, homemade ice cream bars dipped in chocolate and nuts, elbow to elbow with magic crystals, leather goods and pots-and-pan vendors. "In 1965 the Solano County Fair was the most-anticipated event of any kid’s summer. CONGRATULATIONS to our WINNER, Christina Arrostuto of Auburn, CA!
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |