Union Township, Lawrence County " Hot Air Balloon Quest " New Castle, Pa ....2009

It is that time of the year when excitement and anticipation fills the air for the annual " Balloon Quest " held in Union Township at beautiful Scotland Meadows Park. The Union Township Fire Department host the . no admission charged event. This spectacular in sponsered by Mrozek Financial and the event planner Lois Merryman will be high in the air over Lawrence County along with 20 to 25 other hot air balloons.

This years event holds a special meaning to friends and balloonist of Steve Lachendro.

The 2009 Western Pennsylvania BalloonQuest Hot Air Balloon Launches

will be dedicated to the memory of Steve Lachendro.

Steve piloted his balloon "Silent Sea", also"Remax and "Advanced Auto Parts" in the past

He will be sadly missed

The week end event is packed with festivities and schedules for young and old alike. Check on the links below for additional times and schedules.

http://www.ncnewsonline.com/opinion/local_story_193113836.html?keyword=secondarystory

http://www.ncnewsonline.com/opinion/local_story_193113836.html?keyword=secondarystory

http://www.geocities.com/uniontwpfire1300/BQ2009Schedule.html

The balloon Launch, Carnival Rides...Crafts...Foods and Medical Helicopter Demo, Bands..Car show and a Saturday pancake breakfast sponsored by the Union Township Fire Department...all this packed into an extravaganza that will be enjoyable to the whole family. Come to the Scotland Meadows Park to support the Union Township Fire Department and the 2009 Balloonist. See you there ...remember to smile for the camera.

One last Peaceful look at Scotland Meadows before it becomes the busiest park in Lawrence County