A Look Back At Harborfest 2012

by Steve Yablonski | July 30, 2012 7:12 am

Here are just a few of the many images of the 25th anniversary celebration of Harborfest.

 

Four-year-old Owen Baldwin sits on his grandfather’s shoulders as he enjoys the music of opening night at Harborfest 2012. It has been the youngster’s favorite spot the past couple years
Four-year-old Owen Baldwin sits on his grandfather’s shoulders as he enjoys the music of opening night at Harborfest 2012. It has been the youngster’s favorite spot the past couple years.
The food at Harborfest is oh so good – but also oh so messy at times
The food at Harborfest is oh so good – but also oh so messy at times
Umbrellas popped up once in a while during the fest; but the rain did little to dampen the spirits of the large crowds.
Umbrellas popped up once in a while during the fest; but the rain did little to dampen the spirits of the large crowds.
Lacey Goodman, center, and Chloe Thomas show off the books they selected from the Oswego Bookmobile. Looking on is Autumn Thomas.
Lacey Goodman, center, and Chloe Thomas show off the books they selected from the Oswego Bookmobile. Looking on is Autumn Thomas.
The Oswego Youth Soccer Association’s Lady Bucs U12 team won its division at the recent 2012 Brockport Invitational. The Lady Bucs were joined by some buccaneers from The Shadow Players pirate stage combat group to celebrate their victory during Harborfest.
The Oswego Youth Soccer Association’s Lady Bucs U12 team won its division at the recent 2012 Brockport Invitational. The Lady Bucs were joined by some buccaneers from The Shadow Players pirate stage combat group to celebrate their victory during Harborfest.
Claire gets a lift for the last leg of Friday’s Children’s Parade.
Claire gets a lift for the last leg of Friday’s Children’s Parade.
Let's get tropical!
Let’s get tropical!
A tugboat pulls up on East Side River Walk for Harborfest Weekend. (Photo by Chrissa Butler)
A tugboat pulls up on East Side River Walk for Harborfest Weekend. (Photo by Chrissa Butler)
Kenny Loggins performs on the main stage Friday night (Beth Clark photo)
Kenny Loggins performs on the main stage Friday night (Beth Clark photo)
Oswego Mayor Tom Gillen welcomes the crowd to Harborfest and the Port City during an abbreviated version of the opening ceremonies. He paid special recognition to Rosemary Nesbitt for creating what evolved into Harborfest and Charlotte Sullivan for “kicking it up a notch” to what it is today. “Her energy, her vision is what sparked all this,” he added.
Oswego Mayor Tom Gillen welcomes the crowd to Harborfest and the Port City during an abbreviated version of the opening ceremonies. He paid special recognition to Rosemary Nesbitt for creating what evolved into Harborfest and Charlotte Sullivan for “kicking it up a notch” to what it is today. “Her energy, her vision is what sparked all this,” he added.
Morgan Bechtel pins a blue ribbon on John Derousie’s shirt at the Child Advocacy Council’s booth in Breitbeck Park.
Morgan Bechtel pins a blue ribbon on John DeRousie’s shirt at the Child Advocacy Center’s booth in Breitbeck Park.
Representatives of the 10th Mountain Division from Fort Drum presents the colors on opening night.
Representatives of the 10th Mountain Division from Fort Drum presents the colors on opening night.
A youngster participates in the soccer skills challenge during Friday’s broadcast of Channel 9’s Bridge Street, which aired live from Breitbeck Park. The demonstration took place during an interview with the owners of the Syracuse Silver Knights soccer team.
A youngster participates in the soccer skills challenge during Friday’s broadcast of Channel 9’s Bridge Street, which aired live from Breitbeck Park. The demonstration took place during an interview with the owners of the Syracuse Silver Knights soccer team.
First Ward Councilor Fran Enwright found the perfect dance partner Thursday evening.
First Ward Councilor Fran Enwright found the perfect dance partner Thursday evening.
Members of the Nelson Family pose for a quick portrait during the Children’s Parade. Some family members traveled from San Diego to attend Harborfest Weekend.
Members of the Nelson Family pose for a quick portrait during the Children’s Parade. Some family members traveled from San Diego to attend Harborfest Weekend.
Volunteers start setting up Thursday morning: Tate Tiller; Charlotte Sereno, park manager; Margaret Mahaney; Haleigh Rahn; and Madison Rahn. They made sure things got going on time on the east side. (Photo by Chrissa Butler)
Volunteers start setting up Thursday morning: Tate Tiller; Charlotte Sereno, park manager; Margaret Mahaney; Haleigh Rahn; and Madison Rahn. They made sure things got going on time on the east side. (Photo by Chrissa Butler)
A tall ship, visiting the Port City, glides majestically across Lake Ontario’s waters.
A tall ship, visiting the Port City, glides majestically across Lake Ontario’s waters.
Senator Patty Ritchie hands out bottles of bubbles to participants of the annual Children’s Parade.
Senator Patty Ritchie hands out bottles of bubbles to participants of the annual Children’s Parade.
A Twist contest attracted contestants of all ages prior to the start of the annual Children’s Parade.
A Twist contest attracted contestants of all ages prior to the start of the annual Children’s Parade.
Two young ladies hang on as they try out one of the mid-way’s bigger rides.
Two young ladies hang on as they try out one of the mid-way’s bigger rides.
Youngsters enjoy the Bumble Bee ride under sunny skies.
Youngsters enjoy the Bumble Bee ride under sunny skies.
Big Shot had everyone in A New York State of Mind
Big Shot had everyone in A New York State of Mind
The annual fireworks display remains the highlight of the fest.
The annual fireworks display remains the highlight of the fest.
Oswego’s Garafolo’s was highlighted during a segment of Bridge Street.
Oswego’s Garafolo’s was highlighted during a segment of Bridge Street.
Audience members clap to the music during one of the many concerts.
Audience members clap to the music during one of the many concerts.
A group from Camp Hollis arrived early for the Children’s Parade. They performed YMCA to warm up for the walk to Breitbeck Park.
A group from Camp Hollis arrived early for the Children’s Parade. They performed YMCA to warm up for the walk to Breitbeck Park.
Dave Hanlon's Cookbook performs on the Jazz Stage in East Park
Dave Hanlon’s Cookbook performs on the Jazz Stage in East Park
Members of the group von Grey close out the entertainment for Harborfest 2012
Members of the group von Grey close out the entertainment for Harborfest 2012

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