Fairs
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PublishedSeptember 27, 2021
Thousands turn out for fresh air, fun at the Cumberland Fair, despite COVID
Fairgoers are reveling in their favorite events after a year off because of the pandemic.
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PublishedAugust 10, 2021
Fairs and festivals go on with few restrictions, but organizers are ready to change on the fly
Organizers of Maine's seasonal fairs and festivals are watching COVID cases and guidance closely.
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PublishedJune 21, 2021
Monmouth Fair to be first in state after 2020 lockdown
The 2021 Monmouth Fair will feature four days of events, rides and activities, starting Wednesday.
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PublishedApril 11, 2021
Maine’s fairs, and some festivals, plan to return this summer and fall
By making adjustments and preparing to pivot, many organizers of the outdoor events believe they can safely resume the traditions this year.
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PublishedOctober 23, 2020
Catholic churches get creative with Christmas fairs under COVID
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PublishedJuly 26, 2020
Summer without the fair leaves foul feeling in the air
Organizers, vendors and 4-H'ers take a financial hit from fair cancellations, and you can kiss fried dough goodbye.
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PublishedJune 10, 2020
Cumberland County Fair canceled for first time in a century
The fair, which dates back to 1868, was also canceled during the Spanish Flu pandemic 100 years ago.
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PublishedDecember 2, 2019
Holiday fairs
SCARBOROUGH The annual Blue Point Church Christmas Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church, 236 Pine Point Road. The fair will feature many local crafters, holiday wreaths and centerpieces, a baked goods table, a Grandma’s attic table and raffles. A fresh haddock chowder luncheon will be held from […]
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PublishedNovember 11, 2019
Holiday Fairs
STANDISH Village Square Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Standish Congregational Church, 25 Oak Hill Road. Featuring fabulous apple fritters, a Cookie Walk, From the Garden, Craft Corner, Christmas Room, and luncheon items, including sandwiches, homemade chowders, stews and chili, served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For […]
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2019
Ready, set, bake! Fairs give home cooks a chance to get creative
Several who regularly enter the food contests at the Cumberland County Fair and the Fryeburg Fair share their experiences.
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