Taking a jab at fun

Christian Church in the Wildwood's Fall Kickoff was designed with families in mind. "We tried to invite the whole community," said church staff member Nate Graham. In the jousting event, participants stood on a flat perch above an inflated air cushion and tried to knock each other off with what looked like giant Q-Tips. The kickoff also included a dunk tank, moon walk, obstacle course, giant slide and food. Jouster Caitlin Cassidy, 12, clobbers her competitor, Alex Flores, 11, during another match at the event. © Copyright St. Petersburg Times. All rights reserved.

Jessica McGinnis, 7, eyes her opponent, Kayla Burlingame, 6, while getting her headgear adjusted before a jousting match Sunday afternoon. [Times photos: Kevin White]

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