{"id":37976,"date":"2023-08-27T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-27T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=37976"},"modified":"2023-08-27T07:30:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-27T10:30:00","slug":"keloose-2023-in-photos-what-a-fun-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=37976","title":{"rendered":"Keloose 2023 in photos: What a fun time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;126&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;127&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WINDSOR JUNCTION\/FALL RIVER:<\/strong> It was an exciting weekend full of fun and activities for all as Keloose 2023 took place from Aug. 18-20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year&#8217;s volunteer-run festival had events take place at the LWF Hall, Gordon R. Snow Community Centre, and Windsor Junction Community Centre, the main host for kids and family day fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event concluded with a great fireworks show done by locals who work with Fireworks FX, and wowed the crowd yet again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That followed a great performance from the Homewreckers, circus performance by Luminosity Circus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Earlier in the day it was young musicians from Joyful Sounds that kept the crowd&#8217;s attention, and food trucks helped tame those food cravings many had.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;148&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;31&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some photos of the fun weekend that Keloose was as snapped by our Pat Healey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4838-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38059\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Owen eyes the finish line for the Keloose 2 k Kids Fun Run cheered on by many. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4666-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38051\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Teddy Bear Clinic put on by Fall River Animal Hospital as part of Kids Day was popular. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4777-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38054\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The horn sounds to start the Keloose 2 k fun run. It was a new event this year. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4599-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38049\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The skate jam at the Snow Centre was another new event and very popular. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4333-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38041\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Kids Parade had almost 100 entries. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate group=&#8221;6&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;192&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4840-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38060\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Councillor Deagle Gammon was volunteering her time during the pancake breakfast, another new event added to Keloose. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4530-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38048\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Mad Science guy kept the children entertained during his show. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4192-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38037\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Velocity was the featured performer at the Adult dance at the LWF Hall on Friday night at Keloose. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4277-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38039\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Halifax Transit ferry on wheels was a highlight of the Kids Parade, which had almost 100 kids take part. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4451-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38046\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This young girl gets some help with a ball shooter game from a guardian at Keloose. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;188&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;71&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4262-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38038\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The kids on the TopCoat Automotive car led the Kids Parade at Keloose. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4843-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38061\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MLA and Advanced Education Minister Brian Wong volunteered at the Pancake Breakfast during Keloose. He speaks with participant from the Fun Run. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4630-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38050\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This skaters completes a move at the skate jam. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4829-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38058\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This young girl was taking it all in as she neared the end of the Keloose 2K Fun Run. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;34&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;115&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4827-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38057\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This young boy raced past two girls down the stretch in the Keloose 2k Fun Run. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4824-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38056\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4391-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38044\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fun on the Bouncy Castles (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4307-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38040\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All decorated up for the Kids Parade. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;105&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate group=&#8221;7&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4802-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38055\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hustling for the finish at the Keloose fun run. (Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4473-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38047\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Facepainting! 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(Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMG_4344-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38042\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The supporters that made Keloose possible. 9Healey photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;194&#8243;]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;84&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[adrotate banner=&#8221;126&#8243;] [adrotate banner=&#8221;127&#8243;] WINDSOR JUNCTION\/FALL RIVER: It was an exciting weekend full of fun and activities for all as Keloose 2023 took place from Aug. 18-20. This year&#8217;s volunteer-run festival had events take place at the LWF Hall, Gordon R. 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