The Meredith Autism Program is celebrating 20 years of service with a Carnival Fun Fair on Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. There will be fun for the WHOLE family, and it's open to the public. This event will not only serve as a celebration of MAP's 20 years, but will share two other purposes: 1. an autism awareness event for the community and 2. a fundraiser to establish a scholarship fund for MAP. We hope that you'll make plans to join us!
LIVE MUSIC
Check out our bandstand line-up and each band's musician page. FLOR Y CANTO: Poetry in Movement - Raleigh, NC: Flor y Canto is an artistic ensemble born from the need and desire to spread the beautiful sounds of the folk Mexican music and the joyful colors of their traditions. They will be performing from 10:00 - 11:00 AM. David Lee Jones - Washington, NC: David Lee Jones grew up in a small town in North Carolina called Bethel, and was introduced to country music at a very young age by his father, who sang Hank Williams songs to him all throughout his childhood. David Lee Jones is an accomplished guitarist and vocalist who has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in country music. You can hear David Lee Jones between 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. Joey Panzarella - Benson, NC: Joey Panzarella comes to us from Benson, NC and enjoys sharing his love of music with others. His sound is that of acoustic/folk rock and sings songs with a message everyone can relate to. Joey will be on stage from 12:30-1:30 PM. Shawn Deena - Raleigh, NC: Shawn has been making his mark on music in NC since moving her in 2001. Riding the line between blues, neo-soul, and alternative, his sound has something to offer a wide range of fans. You can enjoy the sounds of Shawn from 1:45 PM-2:45 PM.
FOOD TRUCKS
Not only will your heart be happy, but so will your taste buds! Explore the many treats from these local food trucks: Food Freaks of NC, Halal Haven, Liv's Food Truck, and SweetWater Ices. Click their pictures and check them out on social media.
GAMES! ACTIVITIES! MASCOTS! TOUCH-A-TRUCK!
Throughout the day kids can enjoy a multitude of activities and games: Mini Golf - Train Ride - Batting Cage - Inflatable Slide & Obstacle Course - Horse Back Rides! Several area mascots and characters will be on site to pose with you for photos! Touch-a-Truck area with local fire and rescue vehicles, specialty vehicles, and more for kids to climb on and explore!
TICKETS & ACTIVITY WRISTBANDS
Each game, activity, and touch-a-truck area will require tickets for participation. Individual tickets will be available as well as an unlimited activity wristband. **ONLY CHILDREN NEED TICKETS**