In April, Sharleen had a fun weekend at the Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie, Texas with her Flower Fairy friends, Faith and Hope. Sharleen wanted to get into the spirit of the event, so she made a Robin Hood dress, complete with a feathered hat, a bow and arrows. Here she is exploring a wooded area at the Festival.
All throughout the Festival, the landscaping is a feast for the eyes. Here is Hope enjoying Springtime in Texas.
Faith finds a planter with some beautiful flowers.
Sharleen walks past a very realistic-looking castle called, “TerraMythica Castle.”
In front of the castle, performers dressed as knights are practicing their sword fighting skills.
Next, Sharleen goes to see the “Birds of Prey” show. This entertaining display of avian acrobatics highlights the flying and hunting skills of hawks, falcons, eagles and more! The show’s trainers are part of an organization called, “Last Chance Forever – The Bird of Prey Conservancy.”
Here comes a Bay Wing Hawk. He has distinctive white markings on his tail and incredible hunting skills.
The Black Vulture may not be the prettiest bird, but he serves a useful purpose as a scavenger feeding on carrion.
Now this bird has beauty to spare: the amazing Bald Eagle, our national symbol.
After the “Birds of Prey” show, Sharleen goes to watch some performers. Here is Donal Hinely playing the “Glass Harmonium.” Each crystal glass is carefully tuned with different levels of water. He rubs the rims of the glasses to make beautiful music.
Now for some humor. Two talented actresses in costume perform a “Verbal Joust.”
It’s fun to walk around the Festival and see the vendors. Sharleen finds a friendly knight along the path.
So what else is there to do at the Festival? How about watching some lively country dancing?
Or maybe a display of combat is more to your liking?
Sharleen has always wanted to meet a unicorn!
And these kids are having lots of fun riding an elephant.
If you get tired of all the activities, you can always go shopping. Dragon snot, anyone?
It has been a very busy day at the Scarborough Renaissance Festival. Hope you had fun!
