Need a lift

School’s out: Families, children flock to the park for summertime fun

Paisley Mahar, 6, gets a boost up the rock climbing wall from a staff member anchoring the other end of the rope during KidsDay festivities Tuesday at Les Gove Park.

The free event – put on by Auburn Arts, Park and Recreation – offered rides, games, activities, crafts, music and food.

VRFA firefighter Daris Conrad shows a young volunteer how to work the hose. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

VRFA firefighter Daris Conrad shows a young volunteer how to work the hose. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

Brian Vogan and His Good Buddies perform on stage. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

Brian Vogan and His Good Buddies perform on stage. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

It was slippery and fast when warm on the super slide. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

It was slippery and fast when warm on the super slide. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter