The Great Lakes Pirate Fest (Website | Profile) will take place on Saturday, Oct. 17th, 2009 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The Vermilion Family YMCA (Website | Profile), 320 Aldrich Road, sponsored by the Bulan For Mayor Campaign.

Dress Like a Pirate to win prizes in the Pirate Costume Contest. Prizes will be awarded to kids and adults. Print the Pirate Fest Coloring Contest form online at www.GreatLakesPirateFest.com and submit completed artwork at 1 p.m. at the YMCA for a chance to win prizes. A Treasure Hunt form is also available online. Search for treasure in Vermilion with the Great Lakes Treasure Hunt. Submit your entry at the festival for a chance to win prizes.

Live music at 1 p.m. at the Pirate Fest. Don't miss the latest teen-band sensation to rock the Great Lakes. Feet First captivates the audience with a unique and eclectic mix of pop, rock and folk.

Join the Pirate Parade. Pirates young and old are invited to march from the YMCA at 2 p.m. Capt'n Willie and his pirate ship will lead the parade.

The Capt'n Willie show takes place directly after the march at the YMCA. Don't miss Capt'n Willie, the Great Lakes Pirate, in a fantastic show of music, dancing, props, audience participation and more. Young and old are invited to "Get Silly with Capt'n Willie" at 2:30 p.m. at the YMCA.

Coloring Contest and Pirate Costume Contest Award Ceremony begins at 3:30 p.m. at the YMCA.

Learn about boating safety, the Vermilion River and Lake Erie through educational materials and hands-on exhibits.

Food will be offered by Janice's Cafe, famous for homemade panini, croissant and hoagie sandwiches, salads, side dishes and mouth-watering baked goods. Janice's Cafe is located at 4789 Liberty Avenue in Vermilion at South Shore Plaza. Call (440) 963-0442 for more information.

Food, fun, live music, exhibitors and more will guarantee a good time at this free event sponsored by the Bulan For Mayor Campaign.

Visit www.GreatLakesPirateFest.com for more information and photos.