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Clifton Park' Annual Winter Festival :: February 11, 2012
This year the annual Clifton Park Winterfest will be held February 11th, 2012. Join the Town of Clifton Park for a day of winter fun and excitement. There will be fun for the whole family.Enjoy local competitions, entertainment, and winter activities at locations all over Clifton Park! The festival is a perfect way to enjoy the Clifton Park NY Winter Season!
The 7th Annual Clifton Park Idol Contest
A major part of the day, the Clifton Park Idol Contest is an annual singing competition for locals only! If you think you have what it takes to wow the judges and win over the audience enter to sing!
30 Clifton Park residents will compete for the title on February 11th! Registration is now open! Think you have what it takes to be the the next Clifton Park Idol? Download the 2012 registration form here.
Schedule:
11:00 am Clifton Park Community Chorus
11:45 am Clifton Park Idol Contest - Round 1 Ages 6 - 12
12:45 pm Clifton Park Idol Contest - Round 2 Ages 13 - 17
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More WinterFest Events
Enjoy Clifton Park Winterfest events all day long at various locations throughout town.Below see a list of activities and plan for a day family fun!CLIFTON PARK CENTER:
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Shen Inventors - K-8 Display.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
American Cancer Society - Relay For Life promotion.
American Red Cross
Arts & Culture Commission - Information on grants and upcoming activities.
CAPTAIN - Face painting, popcorn, valentine crafts and more.
Clifton Park - Halfmoon Public Library - Easy winter crafts, information on programs, events and membership.
Ellis Hospital - Free blood pressure screening/interactive activities for kids. Hear more about new Urgent Care facility on Sitterly Road.
goTown - Get connected to events and great deals in your town.
NEADS Service Dogs
Shenendehowa Adult Community Center - Heart healthy information, membership info, AARP Tax Aide Program.
The Meat House - Offering free product samples.
Town Emergency Preparedness - “Get Ready” information from town’s CERT program.
Trout Unlimited - Fly tying demonstrations, conservation information, canoe raffle.
YMCA - Learn about membership and fitness options to help build better mind, body and spirit.
HILTON GARDEN INN BALLROOM CLIFTON PARK CENTER
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
“Taste of Clifton Park” Best Soup Contest. Vote for the best soup in Clifton Park! Participating restaurants include:
- Angelo’s Prime Bar & Grill
- Family Traditions at Jonesville Store
- Giffy’s Bar-B-Q
- Moe’s Southwest Grill
- Pasta Pane Rustic Italian Bistro
- Peddlers Bar & Bistro
- Ravenswood
- Shane’s Rib Shack
- The Meat House
- The Vista @ Van Patten
- Top My Pizza
- Wheatfield’s Bistro & Wine Bar
The Zucchini Brothers
GARNSEY PARK
10:00 AM
Take a one-hour walk at Garnsey Park. Open Space committee member Frank Berlin and resident Will Sproat will discuss winter activities and sights. See animal tracks from the second highest point in Clifton Park! Dress for the weather and please bring snowshoes if there is deep snow! Meet by the Water Authority pump station on Route 146 across from Nott Road
Riverview Orchards - 10am - 5pm
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Horse drawn sleigh rides - In the event of no snow, there will be horsedrawn wagon rides. (Free)
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Light lunch on the farm - Enjoy soup, half sandwich, drink and dessert. ($6.95)
Ongoing at Riverview Orchards
Smores at the Bonfire - Roast marshmallows and melt chocolate for a treat outdoors while staying warm at the fire. ($1.00)
Kids’ Games and Crafts - Get your face painted, build a snowman, make valentines, do winter crafts. (Free) - Provided by CAPTAIN
Winter Fun Scavenger Hunt - Kids go outside to solve the clues and find the treasures. (Free)
Snow Saucers and Tubes - Bring your own saucer or tube to try out on a very gradual slope on the farm. (Free)
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For more information, please call the Town of Clifton Parks & Recreation Department at (518) 371-6667 or e-mail
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<<See the Winter Guide for more winter activities in the area!





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