Catoctin Colorfest volunteers, board members, contributors, and civil servants are shown during the Catoctin Colorfest Banquet that was held at Simply Asia in Thurmont on November 20.
Photo by Deb Abraham Spalding
One weekend, every year, Thurmont is taken over by crafters, vendors, visitors, and shoppers, during the Catoctin Colorfest. The show promotes “artisans and craftsman who are hard-working individuals, putting their hearts and souls into their craft.” While it seems like a temporary small-town take-over, it is nice to know that the show generates a significant financial benefit to our community.
Catoctin Colorfest’s president, Carol Robertson, and Colorfest Committee members hosted a banquet on November 20, 2017, to thank event volunteers and distribute donations. A total of $20,676.80 was distributed to various organizations of Thurmont. Highlights included that the Guardian Hose Company, Thurmont Ambulance Company, and Thurmont Police Department were each given $1,500, Catoctin High School Scholarships totaled $4,500, and the Thurmont Food Bank received $3,400. Robertson extended sincere thanks to event volunteers, town staff, and the Thurmont community.
Mark your calendars for the celebration of Colorfest’s 55th anniversary, October 13-14, 2018.
