"Joanne

and Karen approached me earlier in the year about their project,"

said Peachtree City Mayor Steve Brown. "They were looking for something

to bring the community together in a fun and enjoyable way to learn about

their community and promote civic pride."

The Family

Fun Fest was the result of this effort. Held at Kedron Elementary School,

the event featured musical acts, dancing companies, a moonwalk, games,

nail and face painting booths, snakes, and informational displays on local

organizations and services.

The Peachtree

City Library, Police Department and Fire Department also participated.

Prizes included an Emerson Home Audio System, donated by Wal-Mart, T-shirts

donated by J93.3 FM radio, and an ice cream coupon from Publix.

"Im so

proud of these young women for making the Family Fun Fest a reality,"

said Brown. "All of the participants had a wonderful time."

Karen and

Joanne coordinated the event as a project for the Girl Scouts, but hope

the community will continue the Family Fun Fest in years to come.