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Connecticut, USA

Awesome!! Looking forward to meeting the new growers.

4/8/2025 3:02:47 PM

Danbury, CT

It's actually pretty neat that our state has 3 options. Woodstock is a bit of a drive for me, and it's the same week as the Bethlehem Fair, but it would be nice to see it.

4/8/2025 4:53:57 PM

Bethlehem CT

Great way to bring more people into the hobby!

4/9/2025 8:00:10 AM

Connecticut, USA

Lots of CT entries at other GPC sites too (Topsfield Fair and Frerichs Farm)!

4/9/2025 8:17:54 AM

Nova Scotia

CT the home of Wayne Hackney! One of CT's pioneers and New England.

4/9/2025 8:32:14 AM

Connecticut

Hello,
My name is David, and I’m a proud committee member of the Durham Fair, working alongside our superintendents and executive leadership team. We would be thrilled to have you, and your students join us at the fair.
Our annual weigh-off takes place on the Tuesday evening before the fair kicks off, and it's always a fun and lively event. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage with some of the world’s top growers, many of whom have set world records. All of the pumpkins are displayed during the fair, giving visitors a chance to admire the incredible dedication and hard work of these growers.
Last year, on the Friday of the fair, we had a memorable moment when we dropped a massive pumpkin from a crane and squashed a pickup truck! It’s just one of the many exciting activities we host that showcase the fun and community spirit of the event.
We would love for you and your students to be part of this unique experience!
Here is a video of our teams display https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85nNn1GbXlk
And the truck getting squashed! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEHtnUu_8Gc&t=105s
Best regards,
David

4/9/2025 8:40:27 AM

Danbury, CT

David, sounds great! I'm hoping my students take advantage of the opportunity.

4/9/2025 6:12:35 PM