Ag And Food Expo Set For Oct 23-24

HARTFORD – The Fourth Annual Ag Expo will take place at the Armory in Hartford on Saturday and Sunday, October 23 and 24, from 10 am to 5 pm. This special weekend event is open to the public and highlights Connecticut agricultural businesses, all under one roof.

“Plenty to Do, Plenty to See and Plenty to Eat” has become the by-line for the Ag Expo. Over 100 booths featuring animals, food, entertainment, educational exhibits and interactive displays celebrate Connecticut agriculture. The food court, surrounded by food and beverage vendors, will be patterned in a park motif. The food court is designed especially for Ag Expo by Imperial Nursery of Granby, with tables and chairs available to sit and relax and enjoy the food and entertainment. Many costumed characters will entertain continuously, including Smoky the Bear and assorted vegetable and animal characters. Entertainment for the children will feature “Farmin’ Fever” with interactive songs and skits, “The Magic of Christopher” and balloon sculpturing by “Noodles the Clown.” “Under the Tent” will be an area set aside for special events, demonstrations, face painting, pumpkin painting and awards. Prizes will also be awarded for best booths in several different categories.

Stop & Shop, A&P/Walbaums, Adams Superstores, Big Y and Shaws Supermarkets all feature booths with games, pumpkin painting and plenty of giveaways.

Bring a half cup of your garden soil and UConn’s Cooperative Extension will have it tested for free.

Ag Expo is open to the public with free parking in the Legislature Office Building, adjacent to the Armory. Admission at the door is $3; children 12 and under are free.