Not even the cool temperature and intermittent rain could put a damper on the enthusiastic spirit of residents and visitors who braved the elements to participate in the annual Jackson Parish Sunshine Festival on Saturday.

Beginning with the traditional Children’s Parade, scheduled events went as planned despite little cooperation from Mother Nature. Festival goers enjoyed visiting the many booths that lined the streets, car show, quilt turning and wide array of musicians who played in the Pocket Park on Main Street.