62nd Annual Pilgrim Place Festival
Friday and Saturday, November 12 & 13, 2010
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION
Visitors to our Festival will share in a unique “Pilgrim experience”—fun activities for people of all ages, rides, booths selling a variety of items (including creative crafts!), an authentic drama, terrific food. All celebrating the spirit of friendship and community that is Pilgrim Place.
Sixty years ago, an idea was born to hold an “open house” to better acquaint Claremont and surrounding communities with Pilgrim Place. This idea grew into what is now a two-day celebration that annually attracts thousands of people from throughout Southern California and more than 1,000 volunteers.
Pilgrim Place residents work selflessly throughout the year to create crafts, prepare activities and attractions that will engage people of all ages—all for a worthy goal. Proceeds from this event go directly to support those residents who have dedicated their lives to serving others and who now need help themselves.
As 2009 Festival Chair Byron Light affirms, “The Festival is a convergence of purpose, celebration and caring that captures the essence of Pilgrim Place—residents working together to help one another and opening their hearts to individuals and families from beyond our gates.”
Venture to Claremont and enjoy…
Craft Fair - Pottery & Sculpture • Paintings • Weaving • Lapidary • Rosemaling • Knitting & Crocheting • Wood Crafts • Encaustics • Fabrications • Stained Glass • Natural Decor
Bazaar - International Art & Bazaar • Fine & Costume Jewelry • Used Books • Vintage/Used Clothes • Treasures • Fine Art • Plants • Stamps & Coins • Linens • Jams • Baked Goods • Miscellaneous [used furniture & kitchen/household items] • Books by Pilgrim Authors
Drama - “A 'New' Thanksgiving Story” - featuring a sing-along look at America’s past and present that asks the question: “Has America lived up to the original Pilgrims’ vision?" (Click here to read a review of the drama that appeared in the Claremont Courier following the 2009 Festival.)
Children's Activities - Rides on Massasoit Superchief Train & “Mayflower-on-Wheels” • Glue-In & Swiggles Crafts • Wampanoag Indian Village • Face Painting • Cotton Candy • Drinks • Popcorn • Sno-cones • Balloons • Stan the Music Man
Outdoor Luncheon - Chicken Breast with Rice, Green Beans, Cranberry Sauce, Rolls, Pie & Beverage
Adults-$8.00 Children (age 10 and under), $3.50
Food Court - Hamburger, Hot Dog, Chili Dog, Tamales, Chili Bowl, Sandwiches (PB & J), Chips, Ice Cream, Salads (southwestern, chicken caesar & cole slaw), Beverages
Museum of Intercultural Art - Display of fine art, folk art and material cultures from around the world. Tea & cookies served in outside garden patio.
If you have questions or need additional information Click Here.
Or print a copy of this year's flier to share with friends!
Click here for Claremont Village website and view a video of the 2008 Festival. Scroll down to "Pilgrim Festival" ... and click on image.
