IN Mars Area Winter 2016 | Page 14

INEVENTS Matthew Ermiger and Johnny Levesque TAKING A BITE OUT OF FALL FAMILY FUN: 32ND ANNUAL MARS APPLEFEST Fresh from the orchard, Applefest, held every fall in Downtown Mars, served up everything sweet—from apple pie and apple butter, to crafts, games and entertainment for the whole family. Hosted by the Rich-Mar Rotary Club, the event featured WTAE Chief Meteorologist Mike Harvey and Mayor Gregg Hartung as the emcees. Apple baking, dance contests, live music, dance groups and area church and nonprofit booths were just some of the festivities. For more information on upcoming events, visit the Rotary’s website at portal.clubrunner.ca/7610. Mars Stars PHOTOS AND TEXT BY KATHY RUDOLPH Mayor Gregg Hartung Tucker Beers 12 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE | Mars Area