Central Michigan University - Chippewa Yearbook (Mount Pleasant, MI)

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44 MW' Q ' i '92 w. If 'M Q D E 1 'N Cindy Cain, ofthe band Moonrise, plays a trumpet solo. Moonrise. a jazz ensemble, was one of five bands performing at Mayfest. With help from some students, the Valesquez Brothers Frisbee Troupe attempt to break the record for the longest overethe-shoulder frisbee roll. The Gentle Friday event fell short of the record. I 2 Mayfesl weekend

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,n , . : hs. -kLu'a1-'!ql7BS.x'Ul'x,. 1 4- 'Yi.1..- 1.-N' vw' Steven C. Jcssniorc .D 0 , Txlvf, 'vw sX'!K7',f.i. 4. 51- -'xvr 'E Lisa Remus- Bormic Tralclvl A free face painting at the Fresh Air Festival draws an excited smile from a little qirl. Sibiects could choose flowers, strawberries or make their own requests for special desiqris, Thousands of people crowd the lield by lsabella County Park to celebrate the sixth annual Mavfest. The rustic tower at the top of the hill served as a reridesvous point for vianderers Enjoying the warm SDllUQ'sllI l.Il'1I3 CMU stu' dent relaxes before be-qinmnq the exam cramf 'N tiles! Lt'cc'kvm

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...Three-day pclrly calms exam jilters Bonnie Trafelef While some fans cheered near the stage, others were intent on finding fun elsewhere. When l'm there, l'm not as much into listening to the band as I am just being with my friends. The music just makes for a good atmosphere, said Sue Campbell. Farmington junior. No matter where one looked. there was something new to see. Frisbees were everywhere: what mattered more than the ability to pitch the saucers was the ability to duck. Lots of drink meant long lines at the bathroom, which meant long lines by the woods. People adjusted to minor inconveniences. Some people napped on blankets. under trees and in the middle of the field, while others danced beside the stage or off on their own. And while people may have come with certain groups, they rarely stayed together. lt was a time to socialize--to say good-bye. or just so long, to friends. People shifted, mingled and partied with anyone that could muster a smile and tip a beer. While some people were saying good, byes. others were just getting around to hellos. The idea for Mayfest was conjured up by local resident Greg Beeman in 1975. The first end of the year party drew about Streamers flying, a colorful CMU student takes advantage of a spot near the stage to dance to the music of the Weeds. lt was a day for spontenaiety. A couple shares the experience of a sunny Mayfest day. The norm for the day was 'Ano norms --everyone did their own thing. 2.000 people. The Mayfest Committee. a group notorious for coming up in the red, planned the event in 1981. Bands played through dusk, and the few dieahards who didn't burn-out from too much sun. drinking, frisbee and partying, stayed late into the night. Another end of the year event, this time hosted by the University, was the Fresh Air Festival. held on Sunday in Warriner Mall. An art show drew shoppers and browsers who inspected crafts ranging from pottery to paintings. Children ran around with painted faces and there was plenty of food. Entertainment was provided by local bands and the CMU Country Dancers. Students, with finals drawing ever nearer, however. were more likely to be seen listening to the bands while attempting to study. lt was hard to resist the sunshine and good spirits. Jill Srnolinski E55-S sw ta Usa Remus Bonnie Trafelel Maglesi weekend I3