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Montgomery Township Autumn Fest

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Autumn Fest Blooms Community Camaraderie

The 11th-annual event was held in William F. Maule Park at Windlestrae on Saturday

Montgomery Township’s Autumn Festival began 11 years ago as a friendly neighborhood competition, according to Autumn Festival Committee Co-Chairperson Ruth Hardin. “Several neighborhood community groups decided to get together (11 years ago), and originally there were going to be competitions between the communities,” she said. “Then, it evolved and morphed into the Autumn Festival.” The event Saturday at William F. Maule Park at Windlestrae was the epitome of community and equality. The day featured hayrides, pony rides, scarecrow making, police K-9 demonstrations, Civil War reenactments and more. This year, the event boasted 60 vendors and 10 food vendors. “It’s an amazing day,” said Supervisor Mike Fox. “Between Ruth Hardin and Sue …

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