Kite making at Sheriff's Extravaganza

I helped a few dozen children make kites today. The Exchange Club of Austin provided the paper, crayons, straws, tape and string. About half a dozen volunteers provided patient guidance.

Children could choose from an alien, butterfly or smiley face. They colored the illustration, then made two folds. A few pieces of tape later, the children would run around trailing their creation behind them. Sometimes the kites even floated in the breeze.

The Travis County Sheriff's Department hosted their annual Sheriff's Extravaganza at Wells Branch Community Recreation Center. It was tough competing with SWAT equipment, police dogs and a helicopter, but everyone had a great time.