BAY MINETTE, Ala. — Blueberries, antique cars, a talent show, baked goods, water slides and live bands brought approximately 1,000 guests to browse in the hot sun during Saturday’s second annual Blueberry Festival.

According to North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Margo Allen, the event had something for everyone.

“We had a good combination of activities for children, to seniors, and all the way in between,” she said in a telephone interview. “It was really hot, and I think the heat was a factor. If I had to give a personal, first place, it would’ve been the entertainment.”

Children at the event petted and fed animals from Emerson Farms. Barack Olama, a pig named Porky and a mule named Cooper were among animals that attracted children on Saturday.

Young ones also enjoyed water slides and water-gun fights during the event.

Adults could shop from 27 vendors with wares such as purses and jewelry, Alabama football photographs and paintings and locally-made wines, vinegars and jellies.

The star of the event, blueberries, of course, were sold by pints, flats and 5- to 10-pound containers.

Allen said blueberry vendors told her that more than 60 percent of guests who made purchases Saturday were from right here in Bay Minette.

One purchaser was Nancy Lemoine of Daphne. She said that she and husband Joe are using a special diet that requires fresh fruits and vegetables with small portions of meat.

“Blueberries are the best because of the antioxidants,” Lemoine said during the event. “So we’re in the right place. Plus, we always buy from local shop owners because we like to give back to the community.”

The festival also featured a baking competition with categories in pies and cobblers, cakes, muffins and breads, jams and jellies and salad dressings and vinegars, according to a news release.

The first-place winner was Victoria Parnell, and the second-place winner was Betty Bush, Allen said in an email.

Guests also visited a car show during the event, in which entries competed for prizes. Lester Williams won Mayor’s Pick and Best Sound Car Show. Judges were Matt McClary of McClary's Metalworks, Bay Minette Mayor Jamie Tillery and Allen.

Bands filled the open air with music from under a misting tent during the festival. The Jane Martin Band, This Side of 49, Christine Eleogo, Elements of Praise, Unknown Bluegrass Boys and the Baldwin County High School Tigerettes and Color Guard performed.

In addition, senior citizens participated in a talent show on Saturday morning, where they showcased talent and entertained the audience in a competition to be the best. Winners were: Lois Tunstall, first place; Cathy Pope, second place; and David Massey, third place.

Seniors also had the opportunity to visit a health fair, as part of Saturday’s festivities.

According to Allen, the second annual Blueberry Festival proved to be a fruitful event.

“Overall, as far as the organization and the infrastructure, I think it was organized well and executed well,” she said.