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We're keeping track of the annual festival as we approach its golden anniversary.While several turned out for the crowning of the 2012 Valley of Flowers Queen Sunday, others turned out to hear the award winners for several other contests. A number of awards were handed out during the ceremony, and here's a rundown of winners as well as second and third place recipients. Pretty Baby Contest Personality: Lily Jung (Parent: Whitney Thomas)Popularity: Brody Barteau (Parents: Mitch and Ellen Barteau) Tot Wheels 3 Years Old and YoungerFirst Place: Roderick EldredSecond Place: Halle and Mareena InmanThird Place: Zachary Richardson 4-6 YearsFirst Place: Corina BakerSecond Place…
Under the Knights of Columbus pavilion, the 50th Valley of Flowers queen was announced and crowned to an ecstatic crowd. Mayor Tom Schneider crowned Monica Wilson, a junior at Incarnate Word Academy, the queen of the 50th annual festival. She was sponsored by Don Henefer Jewelers. Wilson was crowned in front of the 2012 court as well as 17 previous Valley of Flowers queens. After receiving her crown, she thanked her sponsor and parents and she said she’s excited to serve during the upcoming year and to represent Florissant. Her special maids include: Delaney Callan, Rosati-Kain High School, …
Saturday has the Valley of Flowers Festival in fully operational and in full swing for the weekend. The flea market, craft fair, Home Grown Gardeners of Florissant and Knights of Columbus grounds will be fully functional and going most of the day. Sponsors of the event will also be available under their tent at the James J. Eagan Center. Also, near the community center, the children’s performance area will be in full swing from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For a full schedule of today’s events, make sure to check out our guide. Also, check out the photos for where you can find some of the things of Valley …
The first day of the 50th Annual Valley of Flowers festival kicks off tonight with Family Knight at the Knights of Columbus grounds. This night is special for families and all rides cost one ticket, and there will be family meal deals available. The grounds open tonight at 4:30 p.m. and close at 8:30 p.m. For day by day activities of the festival, check out the full guide on our site.
If you believe you’ve got one of the most beautiful babies in Florissant, then you’ve only got a few days left to enter the “Pretty Baby Contest” for the 50th annual Valley of Flowers. A 4x6 photo and a $5 entry fee must be sent in by May 3 to be registered. After the deadline, residents will be charged $7. Festival attendees will be able to cast their vote on the photos at the festival, and the winners will be announced during the awards ceremony on Sunday. Those interested can submit their entry fee and photo to: Valley of Flowers Festival601 rue St. CharlesFlorissant, MO 63031 On the …
Updated as of Thursday 10 a.m. With the 50th celebration of Valley of Flowers next weekend, residents and officials are anxious to enjoy the festivities. There’s a full lineup of performers slated for the weekend as well as a number of activities for both young and old to enjoy. Use our guide as a way to mark down your favorite activities for the weekend. Parking: Festival organizers ask attendees to not park on shopping center lots. There will be parking on St. Charles Street and St. Ferdinand Park. Thursday, May 3 “Family Knight”Knights of Columbus grounds, 50 St. FrancoisOpen 4:30 p.m. …
Information provided courtesy of the Valley of Flowers office. Valley of Flowers Children's Celebration of Performing Arts The Children’s Celebration of Performing Arts is a fun-filled, exciting family-oriented event beginning on Friday, May 4. It will continue throughout the day on Saturday, May 5 in Florissant Valley Park (grounds of the James J. Eagan Center). There is no admission fee charged for any of the performances, concerts, strolling entertainers, puppet shows, hands-on arts and craft activities and the wide array of theatre events filled with audience participation. 2012 …
The Valley of Flowers Festival has been an honored tradition for Florissant for 50 years this spring, and we want to know about your favorite times. With the golden anniversary approaching, we want readers to share their memories and favorite parts of the festival, and we want to see your favorite photos. Just click on "Upload photos and videos" to show us your photos, and share your story in the caption or comments section below. (Make sure to get our daily newsletter for all of the latest information on the festival.) Leading up to the festival, we hope to feature the photos and memories…
Earlier this month, the 2012 Valley of Flower’s Court was announced at the annual Queens Dinner, according to a press release. Thirteen ladies and their sponsors were announced at the dinner held April 1 at the James J. Eagan Center. The ladies selected to be queen candidates, include: Courtney Brooks – North County Churches Uniting for Racial Harmony and Justice Delaney Callan – North County CYC Karyn Jones – Accessible Play, Inc. Madison Kirk – Gary’s Auto Service Lauren Lemp – Florissant Valley Jaycees Ashley Norton – Hendel’s Market Café Poala Ramirez – Edible Arrangements Katie …
With the 50th anniversary Valley of Flowers festival right around the corner, the City of Florissant has asked residents to return to the roots of the festival – and in their yards. Mayor Tom Schneider and the City Council encourage residents to step up and spruce up their properties, do routine maintenance and, if possible, plant new shrubs and flowers. The mayor said that it would be in honor of the golden anniversary that’s the signature event for the city. According to a news release, when the festival started in 1963, there were six goals of the festival, including: Make Florissant a …
Friday is your last chance to get in all of the paperwork for the Valley of Flowers if you’re interested in being a sponsor, in the parade or having a booth. All forms and payments must be sent in for the festival by April 6. The 50th Annual Florissant Valley of Flowers Festival will be held May 3-6. Forms for booths, parade and sponsorhips are all available online or can printed out and mailed into the office. For full details on prices of booths or submitting all information, visit the Valley of Flowers website or call 314-837-0033.
Friday is your last chance to become a part of history and make your mark on the annual Valley of Flowers Festival. Florissant Old Town Partners and the Northern Arts Council have partnered together to host a mural design competition in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Valley of Flowers Festival. The mural idea entries should pertain to historical references or relevance to the City of Florissant or Florissant Valley. The winner will receive $500, and a muralist will paint the winning idea. All mural entries must be postmarked by March 30. All entries can be sent to: Northern Arts Council…
As the Valley of Flowers’ golden anniversary quickly approaches, it looks like the annual event will be captured in a permanent art fixture. According to NOCO, the Florissant Old Town Partners and Northern Arts Council have teamed up to sponsor a contest that will result in a mural design in honor of the 50th anniversary of the festival. The article also states that the mural will be a 12-foot-by-30-foot installation along rue St. Francois and will be unveiled May 1. The winning mural design idea will receive a $500 prize. Currently, submissions are being accepted through March 30 and must be…
With less than three months to go until the annual Valley of Flowers Festival, plans and preparations are well underway for its golden anniversary. The Valley of Flowers Committee has selected the theme as “Valley of Flowers Celebrates 50 Years of Festivals.” The festival will be May 3-6 throughout the City of Florissant. Kati Mahoney with the Valley of Flowers office said that she is still accepting a few applications for the Valley of Flowers Queen candidates. However, all materials have to be put together and be ready to roll by Friday. The application is available online on the Valley of…
