TO THE FAIR WE GO!

TO THE FAIR WE GO!

9/15, Thursday, VIA SCHOOL BUS (driven by 5th grade teacher, Charlie Boswell)

The third and fifth graders head to the TUNBRIDGE WORLD FAIR on its education/agriculture day.

This will require a 7:30 a.m. departure from TGS. Charlie will be at school at 7:15 a.m. for students arriving and the bus will be moving down the driveway at 7:30 a.m.! For those who would find it more convenient, Linda will be at the “Park and Ride” on Westminster Heights Rd./Kurn Hattin Rd. in Westminster at 7:30 where the bus will pick us up at 7:40. We plan to return by regular dismissal time. The children will need to bring “bag lunches/snacks” and beverages. Books, drawing materials, and travel games to occupy ourselves and to share with others are highly recommended as this is a 1 1/2 hour drive. Please no electronics on this trip, and no need for money. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD IS DRESSED FOR THE WEATHER. WE WILL BE OUTSIDE OR IN BARNS MOST OF THE TIME. Thank you.

9:00-11:00: When we arrive we will head to “Antique Hill” to view their Living History Exhibits. Some of those we hope to see include: rope making machines, blacksmith shop, cider making, a whole range of farming and logging tools and equipment, a Civil War Re-enactment and the log cabin museum activities such as rug-making, candle dipping, quilting. Tunbridge Fair is vast, but our focus will mainly be on the “Antique Hill” area as it offers unique experiences connecting us to the culture of New England farm families in the 19th century and to the science of simple machines.
11:00: Animal Barns
LUNCH
1:00 Bus departs for TGS

I am especially excited about this second annual TGS 3rd/5th grades field trip. It is wonderful to join other Vermont schoolchildren to learn first-hand about the tools and skills and general culture of Vermont/New Hampshire farm families 150 years ago. Admission is free, and we are very lucky that Charlie will drive the bus. I encourage you to check the web site (www.tunbridgefair.com/agday) to get a glimpse of what your child will experience.

Thank you. Please feel free to contact me with questions. During the trip, if it is necessary you may reach us via Tammy at the office.

Sincerely,
Linda