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With over 50 Morgan Sailboats, airplane rides, chorus groups, magicians, pets, bands, prams, and more, the Islands Fest was a big success and the Morgan Invasion just added to the celebration.

Starting near noon and ending after 4, a full day of Islands Fest events kept everyone very busy. Swing dancers were rocking and rolling at the airport as many lined up for free airplane rides and enjoyed food provided by Rick's Italian Cafe and SweetBay Supermarkets. The Davis Islands Baptist Church Childrens Group Chorus put on a show of exciting tunes and were later folowed by the Students Choir. Magicians, face painters, a pet parade, fun walks, Tampa Police Canine Demonstrations, Tampa Fire Department Fire Trucks on display, kept everyone moving with lots to do. The pets adoptions area had everyone scrambling with the thoughts of taking home new puppies . The E & I Band, TDO , and 97 West Band alternated sets thoroughout the day. Part of the additional excitement at Islands Fest was provided by the Youth Sailing Pram Regatta as these young sailors tested their skills at the Seaplane Basin.

Charley Morgan was the biggest celebrity in town as boats came from as far as Jacksonville to participate in the once a year event. As the original designer and builder of Morgan Yachts, over 150 Morgan Yacht fans were at the Davis Islands Yacht Club for the multi day event featuring races and a talk by Charley Morgan about how it all started and where it went. From 24 ft to over 40, the boatowners all expressed their love of sailing, of their boat, and of the man that founded the company. With pirate outfits and the sounds of cannons, it was announced that next years event will again return to the Davis Islands Club.

Special thanks must be given to all who particpated and contributed in making this a special celebration for the community. We can't wait til next year. !

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