Town of Williamston holidays and attractions

Christmas Parade . . . . . December 12, 2009 at 3:00 pm

The 2009 theme is "Keep Christ in Christmas". More information can be obtained from parade chairman Walter Smith at 864-847-7929.

2009 Parade Winners

BANDS:

First Place - Wren High School

Second Place - Palmetto High School

MARCHING GROUPS AND INDIVIDUAL WALKERS:

First Place - Palmetto ROTC

DANCE GROUPS:

First Place - Dancers Edge

Second Place - 418 Line Dancers

AMBULANCES AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS

First Place - Whitefield

Second Place - West Pelzer

Third Place - Cedar Fire Dept.

14 AND OLDER BEAUTY QUEENS:

First Place - Miss WACC, Tomeka Johnson

Second Place - Miss Greater Anderson, Elizabeth Ridgeway

13 AND UNDER BEAUTY QUEENS

First Place - Mini Miss Spring Water Festival, Abrianne Smith

Second Place - Willamston Spring Water Committee

Third Place - Miss Photogenic Spring Water Festival, Harley West

COMMERCIAL:

First Place - Haven of Rest

Second Place - Curves of Williamston

CHURCHES / RELIGIOUS

First Place - Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church

Second Place - Restoration Chapel

BEST DECORATED 4 WHEELERS, GO CARTS, TRACTORS, & LAWN MOWERS

First Place - Kensley Harris

Second Place - Alfred Datson son

BEST DECORATED AUTO & MOTORCYCLE

First Place - Becky Kelly

Second Place - Pelzer Church of God

HORSES:

First Place - David Turner

2009 Williamston Christmas Parade Registration Form

Christmas Park . . . . . . Month of December

The Christmas Park has been a holiday attraction in the Upstate since 1958 when the Williamston-Pelzer Jaycees first originated the idea as a Christmas parade that stands still. The unique collection of holiday displays and sparkling lights on park buildings draws visitors from all over the upstate and surrounding states to circle slowly along the drive and to walk the paths to view the animated displays. Children are invited to visit with Santa in the Boy Scout Hut. The Williamston Christmas Park is open during the month of December and the public is invited to attend. There is no admission charge. At right is the Covered Bridge decorated for Christmas.

Christmas Park 2009 winners in the following categories are:

BEST OF SHOW: Haven of Rest
BEST RELIGIOUS: Guthrie Grove Church
BEST BUSINESS: Gray Mortuary
BEST ORGANIZATION: Williamston Area Historic Commission
BEST INDIVIDUAL: The Starnes Family

Deck the Halls . . . . . . Month of December

The long hall of the Municipal Center is filled with decorated Christmas trees each year. Prizes are awarded for the best tree in different categories. Various themes are represented in each tree. Viewing hours are 9:00 am to 8:00 pm daily through the month of December.

2009 DECK THE HALLS WINNERS:

BEST OF SHOW - Phillip Clardy & Family
BEST SECULAR - Cancer Association of Anderson
BEST RELIGIOUS - Williamston First Baptist Church
MOST CREATIVE - Barry & Beverly Pack
MOST ARTISTIC - Something Unique Florists
MOST WHIMSICAL - Ace Hardware & Rental

Mineral Spring Park . . . . Activities year round

The park offers visitors and residents a place for relaxation and family gatherings. The park grounds include a playground area, picnic shelters, tennis courts, a covered bridge, and an amphitheatre. The mineral spring, around which the town grew, continues to flow, offering a cool, refreshing drink of water. It serves as a reminder of a historic past and a thriving future for the town.

Brookdale Park

New playground equipment has been added to Brookdale Park.

Photo courtesy The Journal

Spring Water Festival . . . . Fourth Saturday in August

Organized in 1981, the Spring Water Festival continues to grow in quality and recognition as one of the premier festivals in the Upstate. It is known for promoting health and fitness with a Wellness Walk and the Spring Water Run, providing quality entertainment and special children’s activities, an auto show, crafts show, exhibits, delicious food and wonderful souvenirs. Each year, on the fourth Saturday of August, the community joins with thousands of visitors for a day of family fun in the historic Mineral Spring Park. There is no admission charge. Craft vendors are shown at right.

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