The second and last day of the East Perry Community Fair took place yesterday, and like the first day, we had perfect weather. I will not spend much time on words today, but will share plenty of images. This year was a special one here in Missouri and Perry County. 2021 has been a year … More Final Fair Day
Mark your calendars now. September 29th….3:00 pm until ???. The Lutheran Heritage Center & Museum will be hosting a party. It’s an Autumn Museum Driveway Party. Let me set the stage. Two years ago, we decided to have an outside party on the day before the total eclipse that occurred in 2017. It was a … More Party Like It’s 1845!
Considering that it was the Autumnal Equinox, the first day of fall, it certainly did not feel like it in Altenburg yesterday. It was a hot, sweltering, steamy, muggy day with temperatures in the 90’s, not unlike the common middle-of-summer days we have around here. However, that did not keep many folks from coming out … More A Sizzling First Day at the Fair
Saturday was another great day at the East Perry Community Fair. Once again, the story is told mostly with pictures. Enjoy. We begin with a tractor pull…..of sorts. Fair food. The ribbon fries. A messy, cheesy, tasty treat. Famous Missouri Mules on display. And some bovines. Children have a knack for finding places to have … More Another Fair Day
Another building is undergoing a transition in downtown Altenburg. Before I say anything about what is going on there, allow me to do what I do much better……talk about its history. The building shown above was once owned and operated by Martin H. Mueller. In the 1900 census, he is described as a tinner (a.k.a. … More A Building in Transition
