Saturday, July 13
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Town wide yard sale. Maps can be picked up at most Fort Fairfield businesses. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce.
8:30 – 6:30 – Annual Potato Blossom Invitational Basketball Tournament – see info above.
8:30 a.m. – Chess Tournament, registration required. Tournament starts at 9 a.m. located in the bandstand on Main St. Sponsored by Maine Public Service.
Canterbury Royale’s Lobster and Clam Bake offered today, tomorrow, the 19th and 20th. Reservations required. Two seatings per night at 4 and 6:30 p.m. $43.50 person.
6 p.m. – Donna Nelson and Friends Variety Show- Entertainment at the bandstand on Main St. 7 p.m. The Pre-Teen and Teen Miss Pageant – Located at the Fort Fairfield Middle/High School Gym. $8 admission. Sponsored by Northeast Packaging Inc.
Sunday, July 14
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Town wide yard sale. Maps can be picked up at most Fort Fairfield businesses. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Open Horse Show – At the Pine and Spurs Riding Club, Damboise Road.
2 – 4 p.m. Annual Alumni Social – at Fort Fairfield High School cafeteria. Sponsored by Alumni Committee.
4 p.m. The Kinney Family Trio – Bluegrass Gospel music in the Community Bandstand on Main Street.
Canterbury Royale’s Lobster and Clam Bake offered today, and the 19th and 20th. Reservations required. Two seatings per night at 4 and 6:30 p.m. $43.50 person.
6 p.m. Fresh Water and Friends – in the Community Bandstand on Main Street. Contemporary Christian family bands.
6 – 8 p.m. Zumbafest – at Fort Fairfield Community Center. Sponsored by Cary Medical Center Healthy You Program.
Monday, July 15
Coloring Contest – Forms can be picked up at the County Federal Credit Union in Fort Fairfield. Judging will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 19.
1 and 3 p.m. Scales and Tales at the Fort Fairfield Public Library. Program introduces live reptiles and compares their adaptations for survival. Seating is limited. Register by calling 472-3880.
7 p.m. Roger Lilly and The Honky Tonks – in the Bandstand. Sponsored by Allen’s Coffee Flavored Brandy.
7 p.m. The Little Miss Potato Blossom Pageant – located at the Fort Fairfield Middle/High School gym. $8 admission. Sponsored by Northeast Packaging Inc.
Tuesday, July 16
Coloring contest – see yesterday’s schedule. Judging will take place at 10 a.m. Friday, July 19.
8:30 a.m. Girls Softball Tournament – ages 9 – 12, and 13 – 16, located at the Fort Fairfield Athletic Complex. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and Fort Fairfield Parks & Rec. Dept. BBQ to follow. Sponsored by Frontier Fish and Game Club.
12 – 2 p.m. – Family Canoe and kayak fun day at Monson Pond. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please RSVP to 356-7781. Free hotdog BBQ to follow. Sponsored by Frontier Fish & Game Club and 21st Century After School Program.
4 p.m. Hymn Singing – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 170 Main St. Congregational singing of familiar hymns and spirituals. Sponsored by Frontier Heritage Historical Society.
4 and 6:15 p.m. – Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
6 p.m. 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament – For ages 16 and over, located at the Community Center. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and Fort Fairfield Parks & Rec. Dept.
7 p.m. Pet Show – household pets, leashes required. Located at the C.P. Station Park. Entry fee of $2 per pet. Ribbons awarded to all pets. Donations of items needed for Central Aroostook Humane Society much appreciated. FMI call 768-1367. Sponsored by LeVasseur Backhoe Service.
7 p.m. – Fireman Fred – Singing his favorite songs at the Bandstand. Sponsored by Allen’s Coffee Flavored Brandy.
Wednesday, July 17
Coloring contest continues
8:30 a.m. Girls Softball Tournament – ages 9-12 and 13-16 at the Fort Fairfield Athletic Complex. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and Fort Fairfield Parks & Rec. Dept.
9 a.m. Swim Meet – ages 18 and under at the Fort Fairfield Municipal Swimming Pool. Sponsored by FF Parks & Rec. Dept.
1 p.m. – Butterflies: Habits and Habitats at the Ft. Fairfield Public Library. Slide show presentation by Jerry Schneider, creator of the Butterfly Game. Event concludes with a butterfly t-shirt craft for $4 or bring your own t-shirt. Seating is limited. Register by calling 472-3880. Sponsored by the library.
4 and 6:15 p.m. Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
5 – 7 p.m. Poetry and Music Night at My Friend’s House – 265 Main St. Read an original or your favorite. An over 18 event. $3/person or $5/couple. Sponsored by My Friends House.
6 p.m. Fiddlers Night – in the bandstand. Sponsored by Maine Credit Unions.
7 p.m. Del Shields will perform in the bandstand – Storyteller and performer. Sponsored by Maine Credit Unions.
7 p.m. Jr. Miss Potato Blossom Pageant – located at the Fort Fairfield Middle/High School gym. $8 admission.
Thursday, July 18
Coloring Contest continues.
9 a.m. Antique Tractor Display – located at Growers Exchange on Presque Isle Street. Sponsored by McCain Foods, Inc. and Northern Maine Antique Tractor Club.
Noon – Food Court open to public. Sponsored by McGillan Construction and Maine Potato Blossom Festival Committee.
4 and 6:15 p.m. Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
5 p.m. Horseshoe Tournament – Riverside Park West, $5/person or $10/team. Sponsored by FF Boy Scouts Troop 194 and PDQ Door. Hotdogs and drinks for sale.
5 – 8 p.m. Potato Picking Contest – for all ages, come and pick some Maine potatoes. Sponsored by Hillside IGA.
5 – 8 p.m. Cary Adventure Park – located at Fort Fairfield High School Athletic Complex. Rain location, Community Center. Sponsored by Cary Medical and Pines Health Services.
6:30 p.m. Baby & Bike Parade registration at Athletic Complex. FMI call 472-3802. Sponsored by H.O. Perry Ins. Co.
7 p.m. Baby and Bike Parade – on the walking path at Athletic Complex. Baby 0 – 4, decorated strollers and wagons encouraged. Bikes – decorate your bikes and helmets. Sponsored by H.O.Perry Ins. Co.
7 p.m. Brian Mosher – in the bandstand. Sponsored by F.A.Peabody Ins. Co.
8:30 p.m./dusk Family Movie under the Stars – located at the Fort Fairfield Middle/High School Athletic Complex. Rain location, Community Center. Sponsored by Cary Medical and Pines Health.
Friday, July 19
9 a.m. – Food court open to public. Sponsored by McGillan Construction and Maine Potato Blossom Festival committee.
9 a.m. Antique Farm Equipment Display – located at Growers Exchange on Presque Isle Street. Sponsored by McCain Foods, Inc.
9 a.m. Bike Rodeo next to CP Park, for kids 12 and under. Bring your bike and helmet and join the fun. Sponsored by The Rotary Club.
10 a.m. Coloring Contest judging at Village Square, sponsored by County Federal Credit Union.
10 – 3 p.m. Blockhouse open to public. Sponsored by Frontier Heritage Society.
12:30 p.m. Bridge Party in the FF Public Library Community Room.
4 and 6:15 p.m. Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
5 p.m. Fresh Water Christian Music in bandstand.
5:30 p.m. Industry Dinner – Community Center Gym. Honoring Farm Family of the Year. $12/person advance tickets. Sponsored by Maine Potato Board, Maine Potato Growers and Farm Credit Service.
Canterbury Royale’s Lobster and Clam Bake, today and tomorrow. Reservations required. Two seatings each night 4 and 6:30 p.m. $43.50 person.
6 p.m. Mashed Potato Wrestling – in the Food Court. Call 472-3802 to pre-register. Sponsored by HSF Food, Ltd.
6 p.m. Beer Garden – Main Street across from street dance. ID required. Sponsored by I Care Pharmacy.
7 p.m. Story telling and Campfire with Del Shields at Rocking S Ranch. Sponsored by Festival Committee.
6:30 p.m. Ben Kilcollins, street dance pre-show – located in the Village Square parking lot. Sponsored by Dead River Company.
8 p.m. Street Dance – rain or shine. The Ultimate Disco Party Band – Motor Booty Affair will again be in Fort Fairfield. Dig out your “poly” and “bell bottoms.” Sponsored by I Care Pharmacy.
Saturday, July 20
All Day Sidewalk Arts and Crafts. Sponsored by Preceptor Gamma Society.
6 – 10 a.m. Pancake Breakfast at corner of Depot and Brown Sts. Cost is $5/person. Menu includes pancakes, bacon, sausage and beverages. Sponsored by Frontier Heritage Historical Society.
6:30 a.m. Aroostook Valley Country Club 3-person golf scramble. Sponsored by Aroostook Valley Country Club.
7 a.m. Trail Ride – from Rocking S Ranch to pancake breakfast and then to parade line-up at 11:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m. 5 Miler Road Race Registration. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and Hillside IGA.
8 – 10 a.m. The One Room School House open for tours during pancake breakfast.
8:30 a.m. 5 Miler Road Race Walkers – leave. Sponsored by Coca-Cola and S.W. Collins.
9 a.m. 5 Miler Road Race Runners – leave.
9 a.m. Food Court open – to the public.
9 a.m. Antique Farm Equipment display located at Growers Exchange. Sponsored by McCain Foods Inc.
9 a.m. Hot Dogs, hamburgers and drinks for sale – at Parade entrance. Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 194.
9:30 a.m. until sold out. Chicken BBQ by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church – beside Goodhues Jewelry Store, Main St.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. – Blockhouse open to public.
10 a.m. Potato Cooking Contest – located at Fort Fairfield Elementary School cafeteria. Sponsored by Maine Potato Board and Maine Agri Women.
11 a.m. – Festival Parade Line-up. Report to assigned lot.
11:30 a.m. Human Chess Game – located at the Food Court on Main St. Chess game with 32 people as chess pieces. T-shirt included for participants. Sponsored by TEMPO Employment Agency.
1 p.m. 2013 Maine Potato Blossom Festival Parade. Sponsored by Hillside IGA and ReMax Central.
1 p.m. Spuddy Recovery Triathlon. Just as the parade starts, TAMC and Acadia Medical Supply will host a unique County Triathlon consisting of Walker, Wheel Chair, Crutches and of course, potatoes. Only 16 slots available. FMI and to compete go to tamc.org.
3 p.m. Antique Tractor Pulls – F.A.R.M. Park on West Limestone Road. Sponsored by McCain Foods, Northern Maine Antique Tractor Club and Kilcollins Farms. Food for sale by the Washburn ATV Club.
3 p.m. Aroostook River Regatta Registration – Forbes Gravel pit, 6 miles north on Rte. 161.
4 and 6:15 p.m. – Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
5 p.m. Regatta on the Aroostook – canoes and kayaks. Sponsored by Kayak Country and FF Parks & Rec. Dept.
5 p.m. – Worship Without Walls. Music on Main St. for all ages at My Friends House. Arts and Crafts with music.
Canterbury Royale’s Lobster and Clam Bake, today. Reservations required. Two seatings tonight 4 and 6:30 p.m. $43.50 person.
7 p.m. Story Telling and Campfire with Del Shields at Rocking S Ranch. Sponsored by TD Bank.
7:30 p.m. The Miss Potato Blossom Pageant – located at the Fort Fairfield Middle/High School gym. $8 admission. Sponsored by Northeast Packaging and Key Bank.
8 p.m. Adult Dance at the Community Center – ID required. Featuring Wally and the Virginians.
Sunday, July 21
All Day Sidewalk Arts and Crafts
9 a.m. Service at the bandstand – bring your own chairs. Officiated by Mark Babin and sponsored by the Celebration Center.
9 a.m. Food Court open to the public.
10 a.m. Spud Cycle Classic 25 mile bike race. Registration at 8 a.m. at Community Center. Sponsored by Nordic Heritage Center, Soderberg Construction, Stewart Law Office, S.W. Collins and Hillside IGA.
10 a.m. Cowboy Church at Rocking S Ranch. Sponsored by festival committee.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Car Show – Antique car show and shine. Also DJ and BBQ sponsored by Boy Scout Troop #194.
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Blockhouse Open
12 p.m. Horse Games – Poles, barrels, Key Hole at Rocking S Ranch. Call Steve at 768-1444 for details.
1 p.m. Annual Festival Rubber Duck Race – This year with more ducks on the Aroostook River Bridge. Sponsored by Frontier Fish and Game Club.
12 – 4 p.m. Fort Fairfield Fire Dept. Car Wash – located at the Fire Department on Community Center Drive. Donations appreciated.
2 p.m. Maine Trails Series Time trials – at Mojo in Presque Isle. Registration at 1 p.m.
4 and 6:15 p.m. – Western Dressage Riding Clinic at the Rocking “S” Ranch on North Caribou Road. Fee $40. Understanding the principals of and gaining skills of Classical Riding.
4:30 p.m. Bean-Hole-Bean Supper – at the K of C facility on Main St. Sponsored by Frontier Fish and Game Club.
6 p.m. Del Shields in the bandstand. Sponsored by Tri-Community Landfill.
7 p.m. – Common Crossing in the bandstand. Sponsored by R.H. Foster.
Dusk Fireworks on the Aroostook River – Sponsored by the Maine Potato Board, Pineland Farms and ReEnergy.
