Photos: Grand Slam Fest 2012

Potomac Local News June 11, 2012 at 8:39am

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — A new tradition was born Saturday at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge: Grand Slam Fest: A Taste of Prince William.

Nearly 3-years old, Blake Sweeney tries his hand at baseball.

Rachel Nolan, 9, gets a lizard painted on her face by local artist, Julie Trader.

Jen Jones, of Alpha Pets Inc., attempts to offer a drink of water to a small hatchling found on the grounds of the park.

Brothers Owen, 5, and Alex, 9, stayed cool in the shade while enjoying some shave ice as the temperatures reached 90 degrees.

Ameera Queen, 5, seemed to be having a good time as she slid down an inflatable slide provided by the Potomac Nationals baseball team.

Heather Shappee, Erin Janzen and Deena Lee lined up their strollers to watch as their children play at the Grand Slam Fest held at Potomac Nationals Stadium Saturday afternoon.

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