Celebrate the Small Things is a weekly celebration created by VikLit and now hosted by Lexa Cain to celebrate the happenings of the week, however small or large. You can learn all about it and sign up for it here. 
This week I’m celebrating Renaissance Faires! I spent last Saturday and Sunday at the first (and hopefully annual) Ren Faire in Stowe, Vermont. The Faire was good-sized with over 60 vendors (including me!) and lots of medieval-style entertainment. There was a huge turnout, much higher than what was expected. And what was really neat was that many of the people came in full medieval costume despite the 90+ degree temps.
My kids had a fun time exploring all the wares and watching the various performances — singing groups, archery demos, equestrian games, armored combat, and even jousting! I got to see some of them, but mostly stayed at my table. I sold 13 books — a personal best for me at an event — and handed out tons of book cards, which turned into a few more purchases online, judging by sales reports. For the first time, book sales covered the event fee. Whoo hoo!
Photos courtesy of my kids:
The Ladies of Integrity, Aristocracy, Repute and Society, aka The L.I.A.R.S.
Unicorn!
The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword
The Silver Knights Joust Team — Spearing the Hay Bale
The Silver Knights Joust Team
Can’t wait until next year!
What other celebrations are going on out there?
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