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September 27, 2010

Kites Over Enid failed to set a record, but it did bring funding to local charities

Enid News and Eagle

No world record was broken, but that’s not the important thing.

What was important is people had fun Saturday and raised money for a couple of good causes in Enid.

The second annual Kites Over Enid festival saw people fly 2,439 kites simultaneously Saturday in a field behind Autry Technology Center.

There were plenty of kids there and plenty of adults. It was good to see so many families out enjoying the good weather and having a great time.

The festival, which is part of an effort to raise awareness of wind energy in the area, also serves as a fundraiser.

Last year, Enid Habitat for Humanity was the recipient. This year Habitat and Enid Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals shared in the participants’ generosity.

Both organizations are worthy of our support. Habitat helps build houses for people who couldn’t otherwise afford it, and SPCA helps unwanted and discarded animals, particularly cats and dogs.

While everyone involved was disappointed a world record wasn’t set, it still was a great time. In addition to the world record attempt, there were demonstrations of trick flying and a wind energy forum.

We’ve seen two kite festivals so far, and we look forward to No. 3 next year.

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