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Franklin County Fair Continues THIS WEEKEND.

After being out of the country for a year, one thing I was looking forward to coming back to was, FALL!! Not having distinct seasons where we were over the past year has made me crave the cooler weather. The recent signs that fall is almost here has put a smile on my face. And the faces of my kids! One fall tradition they were looking forward to getting back to was the Franklin County Agricultural Fair. So we went!  Yes, the fair is back this year with some of their traditional attractions such as the petting zoo and horseback riding. Also, this year, they have an educational and entertaining milking demo which my husband found quite interesting.  My four-year-old was drawn to the Cowboy Circus. All of my kids enjoyed watching this entertaining show complete with audience interaction. Personally, I was inspired by looking at the booth where all the prize-winning produce and arts and crafts were displayed. Eggs, homemade canned goods, baked good...

10 Reasons To Visit The Fair (Revised 2019 Version)

TOP 10 REASONS TO VISIT THE FAIR (2019 Version)  FRANKLIN COUNTY, VA  September 18-21, 2019 10- RIDES : 14 rides, and a 50-foot ferris wheel is certain to keep your whole family entertained for hours! 9- COMPETITIVE EXHIBITS:  Though the deadline to enter has passed, no problem! There is still a youth coloring contest running throughout the duration of the fair. School-aged children up to 5th grade are welcome to visit the competitive booth, sit down and color a bit and be entered to win! Also be sure to check out that which has been entered and be inspired to work on something of your own to enter next year! 8- ALL STAR BARNYARD REVUE Come and see goats, alpacas, a donkey, ponies and more amaze you with their creative and hilarious stunts! Daily shows lasting for 25 minutes each will be performed throughout the duration of the fair.   7- LADIES FRYING PAN TOSS : Note: this pan is NOT light. It is cast iron, so ladies, be careful!...