Rains Fail to Dampen Mam'k Historic Street Fair

by Burt Rozner

(June 30, 2008) Despite the forecast of thunderstorms and scattered showers, local authorities estimated that 25,000 people attended this year’s Mamaroneck Historic Harbor Street Fair on Sunday, June 22. Many sought cover from a brief mid-afternoon shower, but that didn't dampen the spirit as people remained to enjoy the event.

A military color guard and the Pathfinder Drum Corps marched down Mamaroneck Avenue, preceding the opening ceremonies. Jennifer Graziano, the fair's chairwoman, officially opened the event after Mamaroneck Village Mayor Kathy Savolt introduced local officials and dignitaries.

As in the past, a wide assortment of merchandise was displayed and sold by vendors who had booths along Mamaroneck Avenue. Representatives from community-focused groups were on hand to provide information relevant to their organization.

Among a variety of culinary choices offered by local restaurants were Indian, Italian, Moroccan, Japanese and Spanish.

Bands and musicians, some new this year, performed along Mamaroneck Avenue and at Harbor Island. Due to the popularity of the mime at last year’s fair, a second mime was added.

As with prior street fairs, tall ships were in the harbor, one of which provided a pirate show on Harbor Island Beach.

The Eco-Village, started last year, featured speakers and provided demonstrations on environmental and energy topics, and vendors offered recyclable products for purchase.

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