**44th Annual Brookfield Apple Country Fair: A Day of Festivities, Food, and Fun**
*Brookfield, MA* — The 44th Annual Brookfield Apple Country Fair, hosted by the Brookfield Community Club, is set to take place on Saturday, October 7th, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, come rain or shine. This beloved community event will be held on the picturesque Brookfield Common.
For decades, the Apple Country Fair has been a cherished tradition, drawing visitors from near and far. This year promises to be no exception, with a delightful lineup of activities and attractions.
**What to Expect:**
Crafters and Food: Over 80 crafters and food vendors will be on hand to showcase their talents and offer a diverse range of delectable treats.
Live Music: Enjoy the sounds of live music as you stroll through the fair.
Games and Activities: From lawn games to face painting, there’s entertainment for all ages.
Raffles: Take a chance at winning some fantastic prizes.
Apple Pie Contest:
A highlight of the fair is the Apple Pie Contest. Here are the rules: Entrants must submit a 9-inch, two-crust pie in a disposable pie pan. Age groups are divided into under 12 years, 12 to 19 years, and 20 years and up. First, second, and third place ribbons will be awarded in each age group. Pies must be delivered to the Brookfield Fire Station at 4 Central St. no later than 10 AM on October 12th.
Community Involvement:
The Brookfield Community Club has been the driving force behind the Apple Country Fair since its inception in 1979. Proceeds from the fair have supported numerous community service projects, including printing the Brookfield Citizen (the town’s previous monthly newsletter), funding programs and speakers for the Brookfield Council on Aging, providing sweatshirts for Brookfield Elementary’s 6th-grade students, contributing equipment to the Brookfield Fire Department and EMS, making improvements to Brookfield Recreation’s Lewis Field, supplying equipment to Brookfield Scout Troops, and establishing the Diane Martell Community Service Award for a graduating Brookfield Senior.
Don’t miss this year’s Apple Country Fair, a celebration of community spirit and a cherished autumn tradition. For more information, visit [AppleCountryFair.com](http://www.AppleCountryFair.com) or connect on Facebook at [facebook.com/applecountryfair](https://www.facebook.com/applecountryfair).
For inquiries, please contact: [applecountryfair@gmail.com](mailto:applecountryfair@gmail.com).
Join us in celebrating the flavors, talents, and community spirit of Brookfield at the 44th Annual Apple Country Fair!