A Children’s Parade with a New Orleans flavor came bouncing through the festival grounds, gathering more participants as it marched.David Mantz, a musician and songwriter, was one of many talented performers who pleased the crowd at Front Porch Fest over the Labor Day holidays. The event, held at Spirithaven Farm near Stuart, attracted around 1,000 fans. (Photos by Debbie Spencer)Children gathered around the lunch tables at Front Porch Fest.One of the more unusual sights at the Front Porch Fest was this Fire Dance, which also included some fire swallowing.About 1,000 people turned out for the Front Porch Fest, an annual festival with a variety of music, food, and special activities. Pictured is the colorful band Danger Muffin, performing on stage at Spirithaven Farm. (Photos by Debbie Spencer)