The Hometown Treasure October 2011 | Page 32

The 21st annual David Rogers Days festival was held on August 27 and 28. Every year, dedicated re-enactors bring the 1840’s back to life as it was in Pioneer village and to pay tribute to the pioneers in LaGrange County. This family-friendly event saw activities such as music, storytelling, muzzle loader demonstrations, candle making, rag doll making, clay sculpting, a puppet show, and even a folkdance to bring out the pioneer in everyone. As told by event attendee David Lane, “It is good to see the look on people’s faces, especially children, when they understand the way it was back then. People need to understand where we came from, and how modern technologies differ from the past.” The David Rogers Days event is put on annually by the LaGrange County Parks and Recreation Department and is also supported by area businesses. Fall Sale October 1, 2011 Place name in drawing with $20 purchase or more 1st Prize $100 2nd Prize $50 3rd Prize $25 7am - 5pm 10% OFF Adult 3-Wheelers No Repairs During Sale 20% OFF Assorted Men’s Bikes 10% Off Carts, All Bicycle Models, Bike Pay During Sale to get these Discounts. Carriers, Baskets, Tires, Tubes, Lights & Accessories TRAILMATE Specialty Cycles Regular Shop Hours: Monday - Friday, Noon - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - Noon • Closed Sundays Westside Bike Shop • New Bicycles and Repairs Crist & Waneta Gingerich • 6545S State Road 5 • Topeka, IN 46571 • V.M. 260-593-3415 pg 30 · The Hometown Treasure · Oct. ‘11