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Union Township, Lawrence County " Hot Air Balloon Quest " New Castle, Pa ....2009

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Real Estate Agent with Northwood Realty Services

It is that time of the year when excitement and anticipation fills the air for the annual " Balloon Quest " held in Union Township at beautiful Scotland Meadows Park.  The Union Township  Fire Department  host the . no admission charged event.  This spectacular in sponsered by Mrozek Financial and the event planner Lois Merryman will be high in the air over Lawrence County along with 20 to 25 other hot air balloons.

 

    This years event holds a special meaning to friends and balloonist  of Steve Lachendro. 

 

    The 2009 Western Pennsylvania BalloonQuest Hot Air Balloon Launches

    will be dedicated to the memory of Steve Lachendro.

    Steve piloted his balloon "Silent Sea",  also"Remax and "Advanced Auto Parts" in  the past

    He will be sadly missed



    hot air balloons

The week end event is packed with festivities and schedules for young and old alike.  Check on the links below for additional times and schedules.

http://www.ncnewsonline.com/opinion/local_story_193113836.html?keyword=secondarystory

http://www.ncnewsonline.com/opinion/local_story_193113836.html?keyword=secondarystory

http://www.geocities.com/uniontwpfire1300/BQ2009Schedule.html

 

The balloon Launch, Carnival Rides...Crafts...Foods and Medical Helicopter Demo, Bands..Car show and a Saturday pancake breakfast sponsored by the Union Township Fire Department...all this  packed into an extravaganza that will be enjoyable to the whole family.  Come to the Scotland Meadows Park to support the Union Township Fire Department and the 2009 Balloonist.  See you there ...remember to smile for the camera.

Balloon Quest Sign

One last Peaceful look at Scotland Meadows before it becomes the busiest park in Lawrence County

 

Scotland Meadows Park

 

 

 

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Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

June - Those are incredibly nice pictures. . .especially that top one!  I am certain folks will have a wonderful time.

Jul 14, 2009 02:25 PM
Jason Sardi
Auto & Home & Life Insurance throughout North Carolina - Charlotte, NC
Your Agent for Life

June - I guess this is on my bucketlist.  So very neat, I'd love to someday take a ride in a hot air balloon.  Incredible pics, June:)

Jul 15, 2009 03:36 AM
Jim Valentine
RE/MAX Realty Affiliates - Gardnerville, NV

June - Looks like a fun weekend coming your way.  Balloons can sure decorate a sky. Have fun!

Jul 15, 2009 10:42 PM
Connie Harvey
Pilkerton Realtors - Brentwood, TN
Realtor - Nashville TN Real Estate

June, I really love Hot Air Balloons. I hope your weather is beautiful so that everyone enjoys this event. Great pictures!

 

Jul 16, 2009 07:55 AM