SHEGUIANDAH—The scarecrows were out in full force for the annual Sheguiandah Fall Fair held at the Centennial Museum of Sheguiandah over the past weekend. The Sheguiandah Fall Fair committee dressed up as scarecrows (and crows) to bring a bit of harvest ambience to the proceedings.
In addition to the usual fall fair exhibits, of which there were plenty, music and a barbecue were provided throughout the event, the music being courtesy of Cole Hughson (and George Williamson who played a few songs to close the day), much to the delight of audience member Rosemary Lavallee who was there with Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing MP Carol Hughes.
“He’s playing songs with Rosemary in the lyrics,” smiled Ms. Hughes.
“It’s been a great turnout,” said Sheguiandah Fall Fair committee chair Linda Erskine. “We have lots of vendors and great weather, everyone seems to be enjoying themselves. You couldn’t have asked for a better day.”
Winner of the Adult Category at this year’s fair was Carol Sheppard while winners of the youth categories were Ada Nicholls and Elwood Nicholls.
From beading and quilting demonstrations to old-fashioned ice cream making and a kids’ zone hosted by Early ON, there was plenty of activities to keep attendees of every age entertained.
A group of teenaged volunteers joined veteran judges on Friday evening’s evaluation of the entries, ably helping to score and record the fall fair exhibits.
“Fall fairs are an important part of our rural heritage,” said Ms. Erskine. “Our fall fair committee members and volunteers met and overcame all kinds of challenges to make the Sheguiandah Fall Fair and barbecue another great success. We could not do it without them.”
