Harting Festivities.
After two atrocious years on the weather front, we have centred
activities and events in The Street and, as you will see on the
following pages, there is plenty for all ages and interests to enjoy
throughout the day.
There is a photographic competition open to all ages on the theme
"My life in Harting" and a children’s painting competition on the
same subject. This year’s children’s fancy dress theme is Alien
Encounters, which we hope will inspire out of this world costumes.
The Harting Fun Run will commence from the Church and go through to
South Gardens. The Dog Show, which proved very popular last year,
will take place again with some new classes.
Other animal activities will include an exhibition of dog
agility; and you will also be able to ride behind two magnificent
dray horses, pulled through the Narrows and round South Gardens.
There is a variety of games and activities: the very popular
Nintendo Wii game on a giant screen; a bucking bronco; an inflatable
galleon; face painting; and of course lots of stalls and
entertainments.
Musical treats will include the Hanging Tree Band, which is a
rock, reel and jig duo. There will be samba/Latin drumming, which
you are invited to join in, and the Hampshire Cadet Band will
accompany the Old Club Parade and service in the Parish Church.
There will be an organ recital and a special bell ringing display
followed by the opportunity to "have a go".
Harting Festivities would not be such a special and successful
event without the hard work and commitment of many people. A very
big thank you to my organising committee who have put in a huge
effort over many months; and to the very large number of helpers who
give their time and skills in the run up to the Festivities and on
the day itself.
We are also most grateful to organisations and businesses who
have provided financial support, especially our sponsors, Alitex and
Picketts & Pursers; those who have donated raffle prizes; and
everyone who has placed advertisements in the programme.
The most important thing is for everybody to have an enjoyable
day – let’s hope it’s a sunny one too!
