05-13-23 From one extreme to another
Up at 7, got myself ready and headed to pick up fruit and veg trays at Safeway and then ice at Arby’s before heading down to the park. There was a beehive of activity going on to get things ready for the Children’s Festival from 10-4. It was a hot but light breezy day and everyone seemed in good moods. I really enjoyed the day and it went relatively smooth. There was one incident where a 12-14 year old boy completely disrespected everyone and directly, me. I calmly made him comply with my requests for fixing what he had done and he was a little snot. It is hard to understand how kids have so little respect for others, especially their elders. There were also a myriad of special moments, including the hoop dancers from Invermere. These young to very young indigenous dancers showed such a level of commitment and determination to do each of their parts that it was inspirational. I am so happy to be involved at the committee level with this group, It was a very long day though and my left knee is throbbing. I am considering wearing my brace if it feels this way tomorrow.
I came home just before 6, showered up and Tracey and I went to Encore for a DIY comedy show. We sat with Bill and Deanne enjoying the company and a couple beer. The Emcee, Scott Porteus was facing a tough room as there were pool tables between the stage and the audience and the sound system wasn’t clear at first. He did well handling it with aplomb. There were three comedians, the first being Mike Payne. His comedy was a whole lot of blue which was a bit awkward as there were tweener aged kids finishing up bowling who left during his set, passing behind him as he was talking about eating out ass. I found the shock factor unnecessary. The second one was Herbert Henries (Scott’s Alterego) of Canada’s Got Talent fame. He does a Comedy Dangerist act that is quite charming and I enjoyed him on the show and in person. The Headliner was Frank Russo. He has an infectious smile and has polished his craft. I would see him again.
After the show, we chatted with the guys outside about the challenges of the show. They are off to Nakusp next and then Salmo and basically all around the Kootenays before hitting Kelowna and other major centres. I would be interested to hear how they fair in other small venues. We talked about the talk going on during their sets and I had to agree that it was annoying for us as an audience as well. I wonder if they would have had a better experience at a place like the Stage Door where people would be quiet and interact when asked. The energy would have been better. It was good for a first go at entertainment though at Encore. I suspect they will learn much from it, just as we did at the festival today. It was funny to see the children’s performers at the comedy show. They seemed to be guests of the brewmaster. I picked up my monthly two free Crowlers tonight and look forward to enjoying over the next while. I like the packaging as well.
Now I am very tired and glad I don’t have to set and alarm tomorrow.
triumphgal 