THE traditional school fete is a distant memory for many organisations but Scone Grammar School (SGS) continues to defy the trend in having yet another very successful event just recently on Sunday.
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Parent volunteers worked side-by-side with teachers, administration staff and students as many months of hard work culminated in a phenomenal display of colour, tastes and sensations.
Inspiringly led by Yvonne Clerke and Erryn Day, the event coincided with the Scone Horse Festival Parade.
Having witnessed the elaborate floats travelling along Kelly Street, many spectators then descended upon the enticing range of market stalls sited on Hill Street.
The variety was dazzling with stallholders offering things like clothing, computer games, home furnishings, basket ware, leatherware, home-made popcorn and lemonade.
Those seeking a respite from shopping could enter the school grounds to be captivated by the food and beverages on offer.
SGS has a fully-equipped, commercial kitchen that was the nucleus of the school’s effort in satisfying the hungry crowd.
Teacher Tania Lambley was a culinary maestro, expertly coordinating volunteer parents, staff and students in making and selling cakes, milkshakes and coffee from the school’s very own “Grind Café”.
Ms Lambley’s team also helped prepare and deliver food to the school’s other outlets as well.
Not to be outdone, principal Paul “Sizzler” Smart was a whirlwind at the school barbecue, working in tandem with volunteer parent Frank Green.
The pair feverishly cooked steaks, snags and onions for an appreciative crowd.
The more adventurous visitors could then try any of the exciting rides available.
There was a jumping castle, merry-go-round, giant slide and mechanical bull to name a few, but there were other amusements of a more sedate nature, on offer as well.
The zoo section was popular with many younger children being captivated by the goat, donkey, ducks and chickens on display.
If the level of applause was any indication, the Hunter School of Performing Arts Marching Band would probably have been the crowd favourite.
The band was surrounded by appreciative locals who marvelled at the highly-synchronised sounds of drumming and brass instruments.
It was an amazing day for the school community, leaving many visitors with a keen anticipation for the SGS Fete and Market Day for 2019.