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Photos: Ostrich Festival’s 1st weekend not as warm as 2nd

Chandler resident Cecilia looks toward a pointed direction while riding a carousel March 13 during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.

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The animal of honor is not in the middle of the Rawhide Western Town at the 36th annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, but was still part of a well-attended feature.

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Singer / keyboardist Ronnie Platt appeals to the crowd as violinist Joe Deninzon plays as the rock band Kansas plays its March 13 headlining set during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.

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All-Alaskan Pig Racing has long been a part of the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, including at the 36th annual event, held this year at the Rawhide Events Center.

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Rock band Kansas was the March 13 headliner on the main stage at the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.

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Chandler residents Illianna, Jaymee and Talia enjoy a carousel ride March 13 during the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.

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Violinist Joe Deninzon plays, with bassist Dan McGowan behind him, with the rock band Kansas during its March 13 headlining set as part of the 36th Annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival at the Rawhide Events Center.

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With warmer temperatures expected this weekend, according to a news release, the Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival, is taking extra steps to keep attendees cool and comfortable during the second and final weekend of the 36th annual festival.

Festival organizers are implementing a variety of cooling measures throughout the grounds for the unseasonably warm March weather at the Rawhide Event Center.

Here are some of the adjustments:

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