Agricultural fairs have long stopped being what they should be. Families reuniting. Fathers relaxing with their children while mothers rest without. LOCAL performers and marching bands surrounded by local merchants and entrepreneurs. Ridiculous contests . In an era where some agricultural fairs won't allow dogs on their grounds the Great Killingly Tomato Festival is a refreshing hint at the origins of the crowded overpriced carnivals that pretend to be local today.
We met at the nearest restaurant, a whimsical Columbian place with maduros, before today's hike. The juxtaposition of housing, airplanes, wildlife, and city skyline make Belle Isle Marsh unique.
I had the fortune of photographing a fundraising effort for the Children's Tumor Foundation . The event was family and dog friendly which makes everything better . Some old rockers showed up too! The official tally was 75 people gathered for a walk around the Putnam River Trail . The Frog Rock Trio provided music until a DJ relieved them. There was dancing, balloon hats, eating, reunions, and new connections. The local business community provided dozens of raffle baskets. Scarecrows were made by even cuter children. All organized by a local hero and her team. If you wish to know more about this fundraiser visit their website: https://join.ctf.org/putnam/events/2016-putnam-nf-walk/e71892 . To donate go to https://join.ctf.org/checkout/donation?eid=71892 . If you do donate; thank you....
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