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| We saw this Maypole at the NH Renaissance Faire in 2016. A maypole is a 600 year old tradition originating in European folk festivals. Ribbons are attached to the top and a dance is performed. By the end of the dance, a lovely woven pattern covers the pole (if all goes well!) The festival can occur on May Day, Pentecost or Mid-summer. |
Wednesday, May 1
Happy May Day!
Scenes from the Topsfield Fair: Final
In the final post of this series enjoy some random scenes of the fair. I’d like readers who may not get to visit this fair get to experience...
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If you’re a gardener, you know the sudden panic that sets in when heavy machinery rolls up to your property line. Last year, public works ca... -
While these photos aren’t garden related I imagine some Sprouts viewers will appreciate seeing all the wonderful animals at the fair. It al...