LETTERS: RIVERFEST GETS BETTER EVERY YEAR

To the editor:

I was sorry to read in Speak Out that Riverfest did not meet with the expectations of some people. Instead, they said it appeared disappointing and a displeasure. Very much time, planning and hard work went into Riverfest, to say the least. I applaud all who made Riverfest such a delight and a festival people look forward to each year.

I attended Riverfest the year it began. I find it improves each year. This year, Riverfest was somewhat like a minifair with various rides which I am sure many children enjoyed.

Riverfest is free, whereas the SEMO Fair in September calls for a parking fee as well as an entry fee. For some, that appears to be a drawback.

Each year, I look forward to Riverfest and the SEMO Fair with much anticipation. I am sure many others do also. I feel I am not alone. Both are equal in delight.

PAULA E. KEMPE

Cape Girardeau