The 41st annual Chester Greenwood Day was held Dec. 2, with the theme of “Favorite Childhood Toy.” Parade participants went all out in designing floats showcasing everything from Legos and Hot Wheels to Barbies and Tonka Trucks.

The first-place parade winner in the adult category was University Credit Union, followed by Regional School Unit 9 in second place and Barclays in third.

Girl Scout Troop 486 came in first place in the youth category, with Franklin County Children’s Task Force in second place and Mallett School in third.

Several bright and imaginative gingerbread houses were submitted for the Franklin County Chamber’s annual Gingerbread House Contest, with Patti Toothaker taking first place and Robin Belcher in second for the adult category.

Winning first place in the youth category was Natalie McCarthy and in second place was Paige White.

The second year of the Taste of Farmington event featured seven local restaurants providing samples for visitors.

This year the People’s Choice award winner was The Roost, whose tasting sample showcased its macaroni and cheese with shredded pork.


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