St. John Parish Applefest
40th Anniversary - September 13-16, 2012
Our Applefest is fast approaching. All Volunteers are receiving extra coaching.
You can sense the excitement that’s in the air from all who will attend the happy affair.
Apples are being bought for the pies to be made. To anyone who is interested, we can use your aid.
The beautiful prize car proudly stands on display. In order to win, you might have to pray.
Many more prizes are awaiting a winner and you might also enjoy a tasty chicken dinner.
Fr. Harvey’s famous chili is another yearly event and to purchase this is money well spent.
Apple Pies will fill the air with a delicious aroma. These bakers certainly deserve a well-earned diploma.
We hope all will come, both young and old, to have a great time and stay in the fold.
-- Roma M. Morrison
Every year the Applefest works with veteran Amusement company the Skerbeck Brothers to bring fun and exciting rides to town! This year is no exception - look at all those different rides below, from the head-spinning spectacular rides all the way down to the gentle kiddie rides. There's something for everyone in the family at the Applefest Midway!
Cortina Bob - NEW FOR 2011!
Never before seen at Applefest, this triple-spin ride is sure to be the highlight of your trip to the festival! The main deck spins in one direction, the "pods" spin opposite, and the ride carts spin freely. (Note: you might want to eat *after* this ride!)
Here's a video of it taken on Thursday, Sept. 15th - what are you waiting for?
Himalaya
Height Requirements: 52" to ride alone, or
42" to ride with an Adult
It's all about speed! Forward, backward - fast! Did we mention the loud music and sirens? Check.
Scrambler
Height Requirement: 48"
The ride's called the "Scrambler" for a reason. Suggest lunch *after*, unless you're very young or have a cast-iron constitution!
Toboggan
Height Requirements: Must be 52"
Spiral on the spectacular Toboggan! Start your journey by traveling straight up the rocket, and spiral down the outside!
The Gravitron
The Gravitron is back! Climb in and hang on!
Twister
Height Requirements: Must be 52"
Swing from side-to-side on the giant Twister, and feel gravity drop out from under you as you rise high enough to see the entire festival!
Berry Go Round
The Berry-Go-Round! A great family ride that spins only as fast as the riders want. The Berries spin, and then the ride spins, fairly slowly.
Hustler
Height Requirement: 42"
It hustles you right along!
Ferris Wheel
Height Requirement: 42" to ride alone, or
36" to ride with an adult.
The Ferris Wheel - see the whole grounds with this gentle giant of a ride.
Paratrooper
Height Restriction: 42"
The Paratrooper! Relax in the shade and get a high-flying view of the midway!
Merry-Go-Round
No Midway is complete without the Carousel, or Merry-go-Round. A permanent favorite for all families; always nice to have a ride you can ride after lunch!