The Big Ex 2011: The fullahs....

The first rule of hanging with the boys in the stands and watching the horse pull: no smiles.

The Big Ex 2011: The folks....

I had a great time at The Big Ex this year, wandering through the animal and craft barns, checking out 4-H projects and all the funny belt buckles and hats for sale.

This year I decided to focus on the people. Here are some folks checking out a horse pull.

Big Ex demolition derby - V8 class

I'm gutted that I missed this on Sunday, what a ruckus!!!

Big love for The Big Ex

The Big Ex is on this week in Bridgewater, ending on Sunday. Here's the link for the detailed schedule.

In honour of our local agricultural fair, here's one of my favourite shots from last year...now in glorious monochrome!

Greenfield Planked Salmon Supper 2011 - teaser

Here's a teaser of what you can expect at this Saturday's Greenfield Planked Salmon Supper:



Mmmm, McDonald's orange drink.....

And now for the details:

July 30th

Greenfield Fire Department, Hwy 210, Queen's County, NS

4-7 pm

Numbered tickets, $15 @ the door

Rain or shine

For advanced info: 685-3060

For info on July 30th: 685-2174

It is officially summer when...

The Yum Yum bus arrives at Crescent Beach.

Sweet, sweet grease....how I missed you.

What's on this weekend? Breakfast!

Just a couple breakfasts on offer this weekend.

Saturday is also Bridgewater's Growing Green Sustainability Festival. Bring the kids and check it out.

Breakfasts

July 23, 2011
Newfie Breakfast
7:30am to 10:30am
Chester Basin Legion
Menu selections and take-out available.

Saturday, July 23.
Fireman's Breakfast,
United Communities fire hall, Cherry Hill,
8 - 11 a.m.
Adults $6, children 5 -12 $3.25, under 5 free.