Loving Where We Live: Richmond Maritime Festival

Today we took in the sights and sounds of the Maritime Festival in Steveston.  We first experienced the festival last summer and the kids loved it so much, we just had to make it a repeat performance.  I can't say enough great things about this festival and it is one of the many reasons I love living in Richmond and so close to Steveston.  There is so much to see and do in this great city that is family friendly and free.  The maritime festival celebrates the maritime heritage of Richmond.  There are exhibits and activities that explore the stories of the Britannia Shipyard.

As we wandered around the festival, we were treated to drumming performances, mermaids singing, guitars singing and a harpist.  We made a beeline for face painting as it was number one on both kids' lists.

Sarah took time to make a fish print.

We spent some time creating a painting that was pressed and printed.

We took a break from the heat and sat in the shade to enjoy a cold treat.

I am going to take this opportunity to point out that Jack does not like cold treats.  But he always insists he wants one anyways.  I think this is the only lick he took and of course he wouldn't bite it.  Spiderman was too cold!

We enjoyed a crab puppet show.

We tried some of the interactive games such as basketball and fishing.

We met many interesting characters and mascots who took the time to give hugs, fist pumps and high fives to Jack and Sarah.

It is these community events that I cherish the most.  The community feel as we come together to celebrate history and learn something in the process.  Bumping into people I know, smiling at people I recognize.  Watching other families enjoying time together on a beautiful day.  Admiring the volunteers who take the time to make a festival like this a success and possible.

“Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” 

                                  ― Ruth Reichl