Hey Ottawa. Want some chocolate?
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If there is one thing that signals the end of summer, it’s the fall fair. I love the food, the smell, the sounds, the giant photo op. I love the agricultural traditions, right down to the tractor displays and the blue-ribbon winner of the weirdest looking potato. I love watching my girls on the rides. I love to people-watch too, but at the same time I really don’t like the crowds. When I become a cranky old woman, that will be the thing that keeps me away.
Does everyone have an agricultural fair where they are? It’s a fun way to go back in time.
This year we did the Carp Fair on Friday night. It’s neat to see it lit up. We went right after work, and stayed for dinner and the rides. It was quite the sight.
Someday I’d like to set up a photo booth and devote a day to taking photos of fair goers and carnies. This is prime people watching.
Sadly, by making our visit an evening one meant we missed all of the displays, the shows and the animals … the very thing that makes a Fall fair a Fall fair for me. Next year, we’ll rise and shine and get there on Saturday morning. I think it’s the best time to go. (Here’s a recap of our visit last year, complete with photos and audio.)
Did you miss the fall fair this year? Do you have an unfulfilled yearning for corn dogs and beignets? It’s not too late. The Metcalfe Fair (mute the your volume before clicking that link!) is still to come