Local artist Sharon V. Jackson applies face paint to a participant at Old Jonesville Day on Saturday. (Photo from the Elkin Tribune.)Below are the activities held at the 2009 Old Jonesville Day celebration .... Thanks to the participants, the volunteers and the agencies who joined in the celebration on May 2, 2009 at Lila Swaim Park and the Yadkin Valley Senior Center.
(See more photos in the 2009 slideshow in the in the sidebar to the right.)
Annie Hart, a mezzo-soprano who once auditioned for American Idol, will sing, “Proud Mary” from South Pacific.
Drake Macemore, a soloist at Fall Creek Baptist in Jonesville, will sing, “Amazing Grace.”
Michaela Cockerham, who sings at Oak Grove Baptist, will perform, “Broken Wings.”
Brett Pardue, an Elkin High student who has studied voice for five years under Sveta Royall, will sing, “You Raise Me Up.”
Brooke Johnson, a member of the Show Choir at CVCC in Hickory, will sing, “You Can’t Stop The Beat” from Hairspray.
Christina Minotti, a student at Foothills Christian Academy, will render a selection from Phantom of the Opera, “Think On Me.”
Tristan Davis of Ronda will sing “Proud To Be An American.”
Sheilia Lynch, who was urged to enter the contest by her 12-year-old son, has been spreading the Gospel in song since she was 13, writing many of her pieces, will also perform.
Sarayn Meyer, a dance student from Jonesville, is a student of Pam Wurdeman’s Dance Studios of Elkin.
Asia Martin, a Jonesville Elementary student, will sing a selection to be announced!
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Sky Divers: An exciting sky diving/parachuting team from Carolina Sky Diving lands in the park!
Jonesville High School Registry: Once again, Coach John Mathis welcomed former students and friends to Old Jonesville Day!!
Historic Exhibits: Historic exhibits featuring personalities, community organizations and institutions were displayed in the Senior Center throughout the day. 2009 featured several additional displays.
Local Entertainment: Popular musicians and entertainers from the Yadkin Valley performed on the Senior Center Porch throughout the day .... featuring Leon Reece and his sons, Tim Wolfe, numerous local church ensembles and popular local entertainers.
Sheep Herding Exhibit: National championship herding dogs trained by local rancher Dean Holcomb demonstrated their skills in herding sheep.
Antique Car Show: Thanks again to antique car exhibitors whose collectibles reminded us of the rides of "yester-year" and cruising main street or sitting in the parking lot at the Minute Grill ....
Farm Implement Display: Modern and vintage farm equipment on display ....
Cloggers: Back by popular demand!! Thanks again to the toe-tapping, hand-clapping fun and precision of Monroe's talented clogging team!
Inflatable rides and games: Children again enjoyed the free rides and games!!
Food Venders: Hot dogs, hamburgers, local BBQ, french fries, snow cones, soda, ice cream -- trimmings for a fun day in the park at nominal prices!
Face Painting: Local artist Sharon Vestal Jackson offered face painting for children of all ages!
Arts & Crafts: The handiwork of local artists and artisans -- featuring Phillip George and Sharon Vestal Jackson.
Poster Contest: Original poster (8 1/2 x 11 to 11 x 14) in either crayon, computer, pen and ink, acrylic, watercolor or cut/paste (collage) creative design promoting OLD JONESVILLE DAY celebration on May 2, 2009 at Lila Swaim Memorial Park; three prizes: $75, $50 and $25. More info: email contact.
Original Quilt Raffle Winner to be announced during the Talent Show! (2009 winner: John Mathis) .... Winning Phillip George's art work was Larry Erwin of Elkin
Historic Essay Contest Essays by Jonesville Elementary students will be displayed in the Senior Center!
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