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Something Other than The Super Bowl this Week
By: Maria King
Date: January 29, 2012
I hope everyone has had a chance to get outside and enjoy some winter festivals. This years’ unseasonably high temperatures have made snow fun a little scarce where I live. So this week I thought I might highlight a few events that have a different theme or activity associated with them or that have an outstanding quality about them.
It is Super Bowl weekend. So of course I have included that here. It isn’t that there is anything “different” about a football game except that this is THE football game, the ultimate prize, the goal of every NFL team at the start of the season. And now it will all be decided on Sunday to see who gets to take the Lombardi Trophy home.
On the Friday before Super Bowl, in the city of Philadelphia, there is an extremely popular sort of related event called Wing Bowl which garners about 25,000 attendees. Under normal circumstances, that number of attendees would be very good but not remarkable. Except under these circumstances which makes that number extraordinary! It begins at 6am and ends at 10am. Now you see what I mean! Well if you have never been, it is an experience of panoramic, gastronomic delight. Be warned however, do not attempt to go unless you have one of the highly sought after tickets.
If you have had your fill of anything remotely connected to Super Bowl, there are plenty of other activities to keep you busy this week. Some I have suggested here are the Mount Dora ArtFest, the Hudson Hot Air Affair and the Rocky Mountain Sew Expo. Each of these events is well attended and very popular.
If you want some sports other than football. I have selected a sliding festival and a polar plunge. Notice I said selected, not recommended. Jumping in the ocean even in Virginia this time of year screams YIKES! For the cultural among us there is the Cowboy poetry and music event as well as a Medieval fair. Just for fun I have included a chocolate affair, a snow sculpting championship and one of the quirkiest events ever, Groundhog Day!
Just remember that there is life without football and it’s taking place all around us. If there is nothing on this list near you, please use the search box and find things to do in your own backyard! And if you just want to watch football, that’s ok too. That’s where I'll be!
Feb 03, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1991, features arts and crafts, food and outdoor wear. Balloon launches, smoosh-boarding, snow mobiles, and other outdoor activities also take place.
20,000 Attendees
Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1976, over 300 exhibitors with beautiful pieces in different media. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet real artists and to begin your own art collection. With its downtown streets lined with New England architecture, this hilly destination overlooks the breathtaking view of Lake Dora. Other than the endless rows of fine art, including oil paintings, watercolors, acrylics, clay, sculpture and photography, the festival features local and regional musical entertainment at a main stage in Donnelly Park. Festival food will be provided in separate food courts, while local downtown restaurants will remain open.
300,000 Attendees
Feb 02, 2012 - Feb 04, 2012
Since 1996. At the Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival you will find a wide variety of Sewing, Quilting, Needle-Art and Craft supply exhibits from many quality companies. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in one or more of the many “Make and Take” workshops or FREE educational seminars. Your ticket is good for all 3 days of each show, so please take your time and don’t miss any of the exciting new products, techniques or educational ideas.
5,500+ Attendees
Feb 02, 2013
Since 1887, features Punxsutawney souvenir shop, woodchuck whittle carving exhibition, ice carving exhibition, blacksmith demonstration, chilli cook-off, food vendors, art show and auction, sports and outdoor show, annual trek to Gobbler's Knob for Punxsutawney's Phil's official prognostication and more. Takes place at various locations.
35,000+ Attendees
Feb 04, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1938, the tradition of Laskiainen is hundreds of years old and was first celebrated by pagans to mark the end of winter, also vipukelkka or whipsled, skating, variety show, craft demonstrations and food.
5,000 Attendees
Feb 03, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1995, featuring an upscale festival of chocolate and romance, gourmet cuisine and beverages, horse-drawn carriage rides, national entertainment and tours of Cerreta Candy Company.
70,000+ Attendees
Feb 03, 2012
Since 1993. Started from an on-air remark about the Buffalo Bills inability to win a Super Bowl, maybe they should try a "Wing Bowl" and suddenly an event is born. The first Wing Bowl was 2 contestants and less than 150 people in attendance. Now the event fills every seat in the Wells Fargo by 5am. Over 25 contestants compete for the Liberty Bell trophy in what can only be called a "spectacle of gastronomic proportions". There is a preview parade of the competitors and their "Wingettes" Contestants are chosen based on an eating stunt prior to the event on the local sports radio station morning show which hosts the event.
24,000+ Attendees
Feb 03, 2012 - Feb 04, 2012
Since 1993. Special Olympics Virginia is preparing for a record 2,500 thrill-seekers who will be braving the chilly Atlantic Ocean wearing nothing but swimsuits and costumes. After the plunge there are plenty of fun time, winter on the beach activities for everyone.
10,000 Attendees
Feb 01, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1995. A one-of-a kind event. Activities include snow sculpting, music, children's activities, helicopter rides, horse drawn carriage rides, shopping and dining and crowning of the champions.
30,000 Attendees
Feb 03, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
More than 50 poets and musicians from 11 states will descend once again to entertain our audiences. An event that the Arizona Governor declared as the state's first official "Arizona Treasure".
5,000 Attendees
Feb 03, 2012 - Feb 05, 2012
Since 1985, step back in time to the middle ages, 130 skilled artists will sell their medieval wares. Also featured is jousting on horseback, human chess matches, "bird of prey show", human powered rides, olde world games and food fit for a king. The Faire is held on two consecutive weekends beginning in late January.
30,000 Attendees
Feb 05, 2012
The championship game of the National Football League. This contest is between the NFC Champion New York Giants and the AFC Champion New England Patriots.
