Archive
Prepare to learn and be entertained at the Shelburne Fall Fair
September 13, 2013 · 0 Comments
Dear editor:
I have always enjoyed attending the Fall Fairs in our communities. It is easy to appreciate all the sights and sounds – the midway rides, the games, the food, the exhibits and competitions – but there is one aspect of the fair that I believe is the foundation for a Fall Fair – agriculture.
For 146 years the Shelburne Fall Fair has been a chance for farmers, in all areas of agriculture, to come together and showcase their bounty from their growing season. This year’s theme ‘Preserving the Harvest’ highlights the importance of agri-food. Across the province the agri-food industry contributes more than $33 billion to the Ontario economy, agriculture in Dufferin makes a significant contribution to our economic prosperity.
I grew up on a farm and participated in 4-H as a teenager. If your family has not had this opportunity, attending the fair is a great way to get close to Ontario’s livestock. Your children will be able to see cattle, horses, sheep, rabbits, goats and more in competition and talk to farm families to learn about their daily care and contribution to Ontario’s agricultural production.
Thank you to the Shelburne Agricultural Society members and all the volunteers who work so hard all year long to make this exciting weekend happen. Take the time to thank the volunteers for their contribution!
I hope to see you at the Fair!
Sylvia Jones, MPP
Dufferin–Caledon
Readers Comments (0)
Headline News
Ontario SPCA shares tips to prevent lost and frightened pets during Canada Day fireworks
With the long weekend approaching, the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is reminding the public that fireworks can be frightening to animals, and to take ...
Local family receives financial support from Shelburne Legion as young child undergoes major surgery
Written By Paula Brown When facing a medical emergency, the last thing most families want to think about is the costs of staying closer to ...
Local library launches kiosk at Shelburne Foodland
Written By Paula Brown Members of the Shelburne Public Library now have access to borrowing books without visiting the library with the launch of the ...
Shelburne Home Hardware plants mature trees at Greenwood Park
Written By Paula Brown Shelburne Home Hardware is making sure families visiting Greenwood Park can enjoy their time under shady coverage for years to come. ...
‘Symphony of Light’ on display at Town Hall Art Gallery
Written By Paula Brown Dance with the movement of light and colour on canvas with the newest exhibit at the Shelburne Town Hall Art Gallery. ...
Dufferin County seeking public input on older adult services, housing
Written By Paula Brown The County of Dufferin is looking for community feedback to support older adult services and housing in the county. Earlier this ...
Shelburne flies special Canadian flag previously hoisted at Juno Beach
Written By Paula Brown The Town of Shelburne and the Shelburne Legion Branch 220 commemorated the 80th anniversary of D-Day with the raising of a ...
Matlockes kicking off summer comeback with ‘School’s Out’ concert
Written By Paula Brown After graduating from Centre Dufferin District High School (CDDHS) last year, members of the Shelburne-based band The Matlockes found themselves heading ...
New chief named for Dufferin County Paramedic Service
Written By Paula Brown A new Chief has been appointed to the Dufferin County Paramedic Service (DCPS). Dufferin County and Headwaters Health Care Centre (HHCC) ...
PRIDE MONTH
The Town of Shelburne celebrated the start of Pride Month with the raising of the pride flag at Jack Downing Park on Monday (June 3). ...
Sorry, comments are closed on this post.