Our Relay is planning a Family Fun Fest type thing.  Before I ask some questions for feedback, here's the scoop:

  • The event is scheduled for about 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the first day of our event
  • A very popular local meteorologist who has a ventriloquist doll is going to perform (probably at 3:30 for an hour)
  • We've invited several area mascots and are trying to confirm their attendance (our "Mascot Mania" is scheduled for 1 p.m. for an hour or so)
  • We'll have teams doing arts and crafts for children, we'll have bake sales going on
  • Our region's women's football team has generously agreed to appear for a time at the event
  • Right before the popular TV meteorologist performs we're going to do a "Lap of Champions" where we'll showcase each of the youth-oriented teams.  They can make banners, wear t-shirts, etc.

Here are some questions that I'm hoping to get feedback on:

  1. Does the name "Family FunFest" sound fun?  Or is it really lame?  I'm torn.
  2. What are some easy games to invite teams to create for the event for kids and families to do?  An elementary school is going to let kids to sand art.  There's a few bake sales going on, too.
  3. Our Relay is near Pittsburgh.  Does anyone know of other mascots in the area...or any mascots in general that may appear?  (I've invited mascots from the Pittsburgh Pirates, Kennywood Park, Eat 'n Park Smiley Cookie, some radio stations, a minor league baseball team nearby.  I'm inviting the two HS mascots and one college mascot within our community.)
  4. Any idea on how I can get in touch with my local Radio Disney station?  Their Web site doesn't offer local contact info, but I know they make appearances.

Any other ideas would be greatly appreciated, too! 

Thanks for all your help!!

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