Friday - August 28th, 2015
There is a lot of stuff going on at the park - some things are coming
down while elsewhere things are going up. Demolition work
continues on the Great Lake Grandstand. With the majority of
bleachers flattened and the structure's canopy collapsed, it is strange
to be able to see the lake from Dream Street once again. That is a
site that hasn't been seen since 1982!
So what is going up? Christmas Lights! Not only have more
trees been wrapped with miniature LEDs, but strings of sockets now
outline most buildings from the Fountain to Granny's. But you have
to look closely to see them - they aren't really obvious. Someone
is going to be very busy when it comes time to screw in all the
lightbulbs!
Enjoy these photos from around the park today.
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The Lakefront looks more like a scrap metal yard this week. Work
is progressing quickly on the Great Lake Grandstand's removal. |
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The bushes and trees have been removed from the left hand side of Fort
Independence and the stadium will start to come down within a couple of
weeks. |
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Strings of C7 size Christmas light sockets have been installed on a lot
of the buildings in and around the Fountain and Adventure Alley.
Even small structures like the Caricatures stand and ride operator
booths have lights on them. |
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The Holiday in the Park preview building looks wonderful especially now
since two huge nutcrackers have been placed out front. If this
building and all the lights that have appeared so far are any
indication, Holiday in the Park is going to be incredible. |
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These signs make much more sense than the "High Voltage" ones found
elsewhere. |
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A dumpster has been temporarily placed next to Granny's - my guess would
be roof or air conditioning equipment replacement. |
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Move over Guitar Hero! |
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It is the last weekend for Brad! Check it out! |
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