Though the weather outside is frightful, MerryCopa fun seekers pour it on

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Taylor and Rosalie Gersztyn play in the "snow" on Dec. 3 at MerryCopa. [Brian Petersheim Jr.]

The grounds might have been dampened but spirits weren’t at the annual MerryCopa on Saturday afternoon at Copper Sky park. Despite precipitation, many braved the weather to enjoy the festivities.

MerryCopa is scheduled to run until 5 p.m. but organizers said it is possible festivities may be shut down early due to weather. They advise the public to check the Copper Sky Facebook page for updates.

Brian Petersheim Jr., Reporter
Brian became part of the InMaricopa team in October 2020, starting as a multimedia intern with a focus on various multimedia tasks. His responsibilities included file organization and capturing photos of events and incidents. After graduating from Maricopa High School in the class of 2021, his internship seamlessly transitioned into a full-fledged job. Initially serving as a dedicated photographer, Brian's role evolved in October 2021 when he took on a new beat as a writer. He is currently pursuing his studies at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Brian's primary focus lies in covering public safety-related stories. In his free time, Brian finds joy in spending quality time with his family and embarking on adventures to explore the landscapes around him.