Lots going on at Tionesta Indian Festival

By RANDY BARTLEY
Staff writer

The Tionesta Indian Festival swung into high speed Thursday night with a train, dunking booth, Native American dancers and even an appearance by Elvis.

“We are off to a good start,” said festival chair Robin Perhatch. “People always love to see Elvis, the Native American dancers, a storyteller and taste the food.”

Elvis impersonator Jim Felix was a hit as he provided “An Evening With Elvis.”

And the Native American dancers and storyteller attracted good crowds.

The dancers will perform again Saturday at 4 p.m., and the Native American storyteller will return today at 4 p.m.

“It’s all free,” Perhatch said. “I’m the chair but the committee does most of the work.”

The festival continues today with a pet parade, Indian costume show, dunking booth, bouncy house, pet parade, vendors and plenty of food.

Many more big events are on tap Saturday and Sunday before the festival concludes.

 

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