I can't find words to describe how wonderful the Unionville Community Fair was this year. We are unbelievably lucky to have a group of volunteers who can pull together such a fantastic event for the community. A few special mentions:
1. The Denim & Diamonds preview gala was terrific, with a diverse group of people you don't usually see at the same party. The food by Triple Fresh Catering was delicious, from the bruschetta to the perfectly cooked chicken marsala to the penne with crabmeat.
2. The Parade. Tractors, the Unionville marching band, the Fair queen (who is a delightful young woman) and princesses, scouts, politicians waving from antique cars, gleaming firetrucks. Adorable.
3. The Rodeo. People around here were talking about nothing else for the week leading up to it, at the post office and on Facebook, and I understand that several local riders begged to be allowed to participate (uh, no. The cowboys are pros, the broncs get major altitude when they buck, and the bulls are really, really big). The rodeo drew a huge and enthusiastic crowd, despite the fact that a certain other high-profile sports event was being held at the same time; the friends I went with said they saw virtually everyone on their street there. Afterwards we went "backstage" to see the steers, bulls and horses and the big rigs that carry them. I thanked the cowboys for putting on such a great show, and they in turn thanked us for supporting the show. One even tipped his hat to me!
4. While I was helping out with one of the contests, a visitor stopped me and told me this was her first visit to the Fair. She was quite frankly stunned by the wonderful entries, the cheerful, friendly and wholesome atmosphere and the variety of activities, and she asked me to pass along her highest compliments to the organizers. Consider it done, madam.
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