I was especially excited for this week’s Rose event: Apple Fest! It was my first time going and my third time ever going to the Commons. Before we departed for the festival, Professor Blalock played a NPR segment on the apple business for us- something I never even thought about- and I was a little shocked? The apple business is apparently a huge, high-tech line of work with fierce competitions, advanced science and a large market. Apparently apples can be patented and trademarked! Cornell even has two of their very own unique varieties: Ruby Frost (which doesn’t brown!!) and Snap Dragon.
When we finally arrived at Apple Fest, there was already a substantial crowd of people. There were blocks of stands selling homemade food (I didn’t buy anything but everything looked delicious- especially the doughnuts!), jewelry, clothes and more. There were also live performances, carnival games and a mini goat petting area. The festival was definitely my favorite Rose event so far and I plan on going every year from now on.
That sounds fun! I think Ruby Frost and Snap Dragon are the most adorable apple names I’ve ever heard; they both sound like something out of a fairy tale.
I’m happy to hear you had a great time at AppleFest! I also find rubyfrost to be an adorable name for an apple. I never really thought about the rationale behind the name of an apple before this event.