Took a very quick trip up to Solvang and Los Olivos on Saturday morning to show a visiting colleague what our beautiful Valley has to offer. Happened to be Day in the Country in Los Olivos, so we caught the very charming small town parade. Ran across a great scarecrow/wagon display out at the Alisal Guest Ranch as well. (First two shots.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The following few shots are of this very cool old machine on display in the tractor section of Day in the Country (down by the Depot and Highway 154). I guess I think it’s cool because I remember all that time I spent trying to make friendship bracelets as a kid. This braider does all the work for you.