FALL fun GUIDE
FALL FESTIVALS
Albion Area Fair Dates: Sept. 11-15 Address: Albion Fairgrounds, Academy Street, Albion Contact: albionfair. com, or 814.756.3911
A fall tradition for 74 years! Enjoy the“ Biggest Little Fair Around” that includes animal exhibits, produce exhibits, tractor pulls, live music, amusement rides and food. For more information, visit the website.
“ Leaf” summer behind and fall into fun! We’ ve rounded up the most delightful events to add to your fall festival bucket list.
BY KATHY RUDOLPH
Annual LEAF Festival Date: Sept. 8 Time: 10 a. m. to 2:00 p. m. Address: 1501 West 6th Street, Erie Contact: leaferie. org, or 814.453.5323
Erie’ s annual celebration of the beauty and diversity of trees in the arboretum. Local organizations provide information and hands-on activities. The festival is free and open to the public. Visit the website for the schedule of activities.
Apple Fest at YMCA Camp Sherwin Date: Sept. 22 Time: 11 a. m. to 4 p. m. Address: 8600 West Lake Road, Lake City Contact: ymcaerie. org, or 814.774.9416
Like juicy fall apples, there’ s a variety of activities to keep the kiddos smiling. First it’ s a wagon ride around camp and a visit with favorite farm animals, bounce some energy away in the multiple bounce houses and do some pumpkin decorating, then it’ s on to see the Posse and maybe ride a pony. More fun includes Paprika the Clown, Magic Steve and Captain Magic along with slinging an apple into the pond, Bricks for Kids and ExpERIEnce Children’ s Museum! Taste sweet apple treats including homemade dumplings and cider. Parents can enjoy entertainment from local musicians and performance troupes, a cake and wine walk and the Homemade Fruit Pie Baking Contest. Visit the website for more details.
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