Guthrie Smith Park

Music & Motors coming to Guthrie Smith Park

The ARC of Fayette, Lamar & Marengo Counties has deep roots in Fayette. They play a vital role in protecting and promoting the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and are actively seeking for participation in our community. The ARC is excited to announce the first annual Music & Motors. This is a car show that will be held at Guthrie Smith Park on Saturday, June 8, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event will include food vendors, arts and crafts, trucks, tractors, motorcycles, and music.

Deep Freeze!


Pictured is an overflow ditch at Guthrie Smith Park that froze solid.

This year’s Christmas holidays brought some of the coldest temperatures ever for the season throughout Fayette County and most of the nation.

Christmas at the Park celebrates 14th anniversary


Shown is a sign that greets visitors to "Christmas at the Park."

This year marks the 14 anniversary of “Christmas at the Park” and according to organizers John and Doris Brasher, the lights and exhibits this year are better than ever. Doris Brasher said many new lights and two new scenes were added to the numerous exhibits that were already on display at Guthrie Smith Park. The two new scenes are “The 12 Days of Christmas” and a dinosaur Christmas display.

 

Fayette Arts Festival a success


The band "Three on a String" was the featured musical act at the 49th annual Fayette Arts Festival.

The 49th annual Fayette Arts Festival, held on Sept. 8 at Guthrie Smith Park, was a huge success. Many visitors to the festival enjoyed the arts, crafts, vendors and entertainment throughout the day. The event was endorsed by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission, and featured the band “Three on a String” as the headlining musical entertainment.