SPINNING SENSATION: Winterville siblings Renleigh and Waylon Deweese didn't need air conditioning last Saturday, as Waylon propelled the "Spin Beach" ride up to gale force speeds. (Karen Thiel/WDN)

Embers’ legendary frontman Craig Woolard included his usual mix of music and merriment last Friday's gig. That included an impromptu "happy dance" with Alexander City residents Amy Shook (at left) and younger sister Amber, who took a little longer than Amy to warm up to the opportunity. (Karen Thiel/For WDN)

TILTING THEIR WORLD: The thrill of last weekend's tilt-a-whirl ride, appropriately named "Reckless" -- was not lost on these youngsters (or the mom watching from behind!) (Karen Thiel/ For WDN)

EARLY LEARNERS: These youngsters were among the many youth, from nursery school to high school ages, who took part in Saturday afternoon's exhibition at Mac Hodges Park. Sponsored by the Solina Dance Studio, the program included everything from choreographed gymnastics routines to salsa and hip-hop styles of dance. (Karen Thiel/For WDN)

FLYING HIGH: Adventurous brothers Hunter and Forrest Luther of Bath got some good exercise last weekend, at one of the many amusement rides offered at this year's event. (Karen Thiel/For WDN)

REFRESHING BREAK: Newly engaged couple Louis Figueroa and Chalsa Combs, both of Washington, took a break from their Saturday afternoon enjoyment of the many offerings at this year's event. (Karen Thiel/For WDN)

The sun may have been setting at Mac Hodges Festival Park last weekend, but spirits were still quite bright among the hundreds of music fans who gathered for the Embers' concert. (Karen Thiel/ For WDN)

HAPPY CAMPER: Seven-year-old Finnley Watts showed off his technique for spreading bubbles and smiles as his parents, Ashley Burnham and Evan Young of Chocowinity, decided which booth to visit next.(Karen Thiel/ For WDN)

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