Bethel College - Graymaroon Yearbook (North Newton, KS)

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Fall Fest Is chiefly a time of fun. As Is always the case, however, a lot of people pull together and work hard so things ylU g o according to plan. Here we see Matt Friesen In motion. Vision

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This was not just another Fall Fest, it was the CENTENNIAL celebration. -Virgil Pcnner | A successful celebration Bethel ' s centennial went off without a hitch. Not only did the college exceed the centennial drive goal for fund raising, but very few disappointments were voiced about the five-day event. The friendly atmosphere warmed the cold weather, as alumni, students and friends converged on the Green to talk about old times, make new friends and view the many displays. The sheer numbers on campus during Fall Fest indicate its suc- cess—approximately 16,800 people (a combined total of attendance at all events during the five day period) participated this year. The planning of Fall Fest represents a great deal of time and effort on the part of the Centennial Steering Committee, Virgil Penner, Bryan Reber and Harold Moyer, as well as many contributions from others. Also credited with the smooth running of the celebration is the Bethel mainte- nance crew, whose job was tremendously in- creased because of the number of people on campus. The Centennial Celebration has enhanced the support of alumni, and wUl have a positive effect for years to come. § Bethel students got into the mud tug of Trar ... literally.

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The sun was shining, but cool temperatures enhanced the sale of quilts at the auction on the Green. Opportunities to renew acquaintances and make purchases toward good causes are two primary reasons Fall Fest continues as a hl Ught of each year. Activities on tiie Green Weekend musical entertainment ranged from a Bethel Jazz band performance, to bluegrass, to opera...somethlng for every taste. On Saturday and Sunday, action centered around the Green. In addi- tion to the arts and crafts demonstra- tions, academic booths and food stands, designated areas provided fun for kids of all ages. The petting zoo attracted a crowd of young animal lovers with its soft furry rabbits and small pony. Members of the Bethel College chapter of Circle K Intema- tional volunteered time and energy to babysit children as well as play games with them. The Green was the scene of musical events and happy reunions throughout the weekend. One major event was the annual quUt auction. Many beautiful quilts and quUt blocks were auc- tioned off; though the air was chilly, a large crowd turned out for the auction. Another event was the planting of the first five of one hundred trees to be planted in con- junction with the centennial. The trees were given to Bethel by the senior class of 1987. § 43