In preparation for 2009, we’ve been placing pictures of quilts displayed at Wilder Days, Mansfield, Missouri on the website.
You can view the photos from the quilt show at Quilts. The collection has only just begun, so please be certain to check back often for more.
Beautiful Stitches
Please let anyone you know who will be interested in the photos know about them. Remember you can sign-up for updates at the Wilder Days Website
We have had very few of our projects for Wilder Days 2008 that have had to move on to the proverbial Plan B.
However, the Wilder Days Quilt Show, which we had hoped would be in a store at the Square has been firmly scheduled to occur at the Mansfield Community Center. I know that all quilters will be impressed with that facility.
The Quilts will be beautiful at the Community Center as at any other place. Plan to enjoy viewing them.
We’re excited about Wilder Days 2008, and recognize that Wilder Days has a future. You can have updates for the present Wilder Days and peaks into the planning for future Wilder Days and connected events by signing on at Wilder Days Updates You can include your snail mail information for any possible direct mail contact that the Wilder Days Committee will be sending out.
When we first heard plans for a quilt show at Wilder Days 2008, in Mansfield, we understood it would be limited to a well presented events of ‘bed turnings’.
This week, organizer, Sue Fuge (of United Country Ridgeway Real Estate), announced that display frames/racks are being specially constructed to enable a full fledged quilt show. Please watch for updates and specifics on time and location. We know the place, but I do not know the address for certain.
You can read more at Wilder Days’ Quilt Show Gathers No Lint
Many of you received an email from Sheri Alsup regarding the planned Clean-Up Day on September 6 in preparation for Wilder Days and the arrival of judges from the Community Betterment judges.
Something Sheri has mentioned on follow-up is that the day is to be a clean-up in an effort to make things look nice for Wilder Days. Dragging junk to the curb to be hauled off is not necessary and may be counter productive if someone doesn’t haul it away.
Another part of Sheri’s message regards the decorating of the square for Autumn and Wilder Days. Historically, the Garden Club has gotten mums for the square, although, as I recall, there have been donations from individuals or groups who particularly wanted to make the Veterans monuments look special. The Garden Club is without funds this year. Sheri has said she will make sure the decorating gets done, but will be seeking funding.
In the last email, I mentioned that someone could ’sponsor’ the quilt show. It would seem that the decorations would be a worthwhile project or ‘event’ to sponsor for Wilder Days as well. The Wilder Days Committee has a program that acknowledges sponsors. You can see the various levels and rewards at http://www.wilderdays-mansfieldmo.info/sponsors.htm Sheri Alsup is the contact person for the decorations. Donna Climer is a contact person for the quilt show. Either of them can also help you get connected with the finance committee to make sure you get proper acknowledgment and rewards for your sponsorships.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at wilderdaysmansfield@gmail.com
Sure, mostly the content on this blog is about Wilder Days Festival. But Mansfield doesn’t go dormant during the times between Festivals. There is a lot going on that offers community and neighborhood culture and good times.
This weekend, July 19, for example, there are two events. One is a fundraiser for a good cause and one is just a good time for all.
First, the Mansfield School Athletic Booster Club will be hosting a Texas Hold ‘em Tournament at the Lions’ Club building, starting at 6 pm. The Booster Club is dedicated to working for all of the Mansfield kids. Early Buy-in Reservations are available until July 17 for $30.00. Tickets at the door will be $35.00.
For those hungry players, there will be A Meal Deal for $5.00 — Pulled Pork Sandwich with beans, chips and a drink. Learn more at Mansfield Schools Athletic Booster Club. There is air conditioning at the Lions Club facility.
Fresh air opportunities for the evening will be at the Mansfield City Park. The Mansfield Community Betterment will host Music in the Park beginning at 7:00 pm and continuing until 9:00 pm. “Pennyless”, a rock band from Mountain Grove, MO, will be performing Saturday evening at the Pavilion/Amphitheater in the Mansfield City Park. Concessions will be available for those who want to snack and sip during the performance. Contact the Mansfield Community Center for more information. 417-924-7070.
So, YES, we are all about Wilder Days, but we are ‘all-er’ about Mansfield and community and neighborhood.
At the annual Wilder Days celebration, children come dressed in costume representing the children of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s childhood and that of her husband, Almanzo Wilder. Almanzo’s childhood was the story for Farmer Boy, one of Laura’s most popular books.
A vital part of the celebration is the contest for the costume which looks most like Little Laura and Little Farmer Boy. Children wishing to compete may complete application forms at the celebration or they may print them out ahead at this online page: Little Laura and Little Farmer Boy Contestant Form
You can also find links at the Wilder Days website: Http://www.wilderdays-mansfieldmo.info
Traditional and popular events at the annual Wilder Days celebrations include look-a-like contests for children.
Girls all dress up to look like Little Laura, while boys dress to represent Farmer Boy. Each contestant completes (with help if necessary) a competitor form which features questions about their school days, their favorite Little House books, and other items. Unbiased Judges decide on costume originality, poise and personality for each age group from infancy through elementary school.
There are prizes and the winners for each category are invited and encouraged to ride on a special float in the parade.
Every year there are innovations added to the celebration commemorating Laura Ingalls Wilder and her life at Rocky Ridge Farm, a couple miles from downtown Mansfield.
This year the Wilder Days Committee is refining the experiences for children. There will be a collection of participation games on Saturday morning…using games of the era when Laura was a child.
Children attending the festival are encouraged to dress in the mid to late 19th Century style and participate Saturday morning in a contest for a Little Laura Look-A-Like and a Little Farmer Boy Look-A-Like. The winners will be able to ride on a float in the parade.
Musical events and vendors will fill the day. There is an afternoon matinee planned by the Ozark Mountain Players. Special events are held at Rocky Ridge Farm during the entire weekend.
