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by Emily Ramsey

Two words. Funnel cake.

That’s really all you  need to know, right?

Oh, and where to get it. Right. The Wilson County fair is alive and kickin’ this week through Saturday the 25th. I know it’s hot folks, but come on. Funnel cake.

I’ve never been to this particular fair, but I’ve heard good things. I’ve heard it’s clean - which is something uniquely worth making the 40 mile one-way trip out to Lebanon to verify. I normally regard Lebanon about as likely a place to visit as the middle-eastern country of the same name, so the very fact that I am not only planning to go on Saturday, but also recommending it to you, is an historical record indeed.

Again. Funnel cake.

I’m actually not a fan of rollercoasters, or isolated heights in general, so my interest in this fair has nothing to do with the traditional mode of entertainment normally sought at a county fair. I, instead, am drawn to the opportunity to capture the nostalgia of such an event on my super sweet Canon 30D. That’s all. Oh, and funnel cake.

So if you’re interested - come on out on Saturday and try to find me. It shouldn’t be too hard. I will be the one (a) not on a ride, (b) taking pictures with the most beautiful camera in existence, and (c) eating funnel cake. It’s like Where’s Waldo, only I’m giving away clues. And possible a funnel cake, if you find me.

Or if you can’t come on Saturday, there’s always tonight, Wednesday night, Thursday night, and Friday night. All nights sell funnel cake. (because I know that was your next question).

Where: James E. Ward Agricultural Center, 945 Baddour Parkway, Lebanon

When: August 17 - 25

How much: Kids $3 (under 5, free); Adults $6

Why: funnel cake.


Posted in city-love, community, family fun on August 21st, 2007

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  1. Malia Says:
    August 21st, 2007 at 9:56 am

    When are you going to be there? We’re talking about going, too. Probably in the afternoon. I know, hottest part of the day but we have dinner plans that night.

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