So, the famous (I am assuming it is famous here in NH) Deerfield Fair came and went this past weekend.  The official dates were September 27-30 (Thurs - Fri).  I decided to go Thursday morning - day/morning one of the fair.  I wanted to see the opening ceremonies and I figured by going on a weekday the crowds wouldn't be the same as if I went on say, Saturday afternoon.  The doors to the fair opened at 9; I arrived to the fairgrouds with lightening flashing in the distance and a black/gray sky looking rather ominous.  The weather didn't stop me, nor did it stop the other hundreds of crowds probably thinking the same thing as I!  I was shocked to see how crowded the fair was on weekday with so-so weather! 

For an $8.00 admission, there was a lot to see at the fair - a farmer's museum, maple sugar house, old tractors and farm equipment (which were also demonstrated), a quilting and crafts house, free petting zoo for the kids (and the young at heart), tons of food stands, rides, etc. etc. 

Two things stuck out to me the most - First. Governor, John Lynch was at the fair amongst the crowd doing meet-and-greets.  That was great to see - our Governor out with the people!  Also, the strongman/lumberjack competition which was going on.  I am not sure if that is the official name, but it was pretty cool to see these guys lifting entire tree trunks and stacking them against the clock!  I have never seen anything like this in person.

But, I must confess, the thing I liked most about the Deerfield Fair was the fried dough.  There were so many fried dough stands, it was hard to choose which one to go to...especially at 10 in the morning (I really tried to rationalize to myself that a fried dough breakfast was JUST like pancakes).  But, I managed to get a plate of fried dough and wash it down with a small coke.  Breakfast of champions ladies and gentlemen!

So, although the heat, humidity, and crowds drew me out only about 2 hours after I arrived - the Deerfield Fair was a good time and I can't wait to go again next year!