On Saturday, October 13, 2012 (rain date: Sunday, 10/14), the 26th Annual Hopewell Harvest Fair will be held on the grounds of Hopewell Elementary School on Princeton Avenue in Hopewell, NJ from 10 AM–4 PM. It promises to be a day of fun for the entire family.
- Activities for kids of all ages: Pony/wagon rides, a petting zoo, games, inflatables, make-your-own scarecrows, photo booth, face-painting, and more!
- Old-fashioned country fun: A bake-off, homegrown vegetable displays, and a straw maze!
- Entertainment all day: Performances by the Hopewell Valley Youth Chorale, DestinyArts Dance Team, local favorite the Blawenburg Band, and much more.
- Contests for all: Kids’ art, homegrown, photography, doggie dress-up, Pinewood Derby, bake-off, chess against a master player, Find Freddy!
- Return of Find Freddy Scavenger Hunt: A one-hour scavenger hunt at the Fair, where participants try to find as many “characters” as they can. Fun for all!
- Farmers’ market: Flowers and produce from many of our local farms will be for sale.
- Raffle: Buy tickets for your chance to win two fabulous prizes: a basket of kids’ prizes, including a week of free childcare, or an Apple iPad!
- Business Alley: A chance to learn more about many local businesses, including those committed to sustainability at “Green Lane.”
- . . . And more, including local food vendors and a crafters’ tent!
The Hopewell Harvest Fair is a fabulous event that brings together residents of the Hopewell Valley each year. It is also a fundraiser for a community grant program that provides support for nonprofit organizations doing important work in the Hopewell Valley. A percentage of all proceeds from the Fair go directly to the program. Since its inception, nearly $200,000 has been distributed to deserving local groups. Your attendance at the Fair will help ensure that funds will again be dispersed this year. Nonprofit organizations wishing to apply for 2012 grants can find applications at the Hopewell Public Library by October 1.
To learn more about the activities and contests at the Hopewell Harvest Fair, look for the printed Almanac around town, visit www.hopewellharvestfair.org, or email info@hopewellharvestfair.org.
