PRESS RELEASE HOMESTEAD FAIRE DEC 3 - 4 10 - 11 NOV. 11, 1988
Sitting in the living room of headquarters house of Penobscot Ranch give one a feeling of having stepped back into a less hurried past. Sharing a conversation with Penobscot's equally gracious owner,Joyce Gates adds color to the history of this delightful place, which will open it's doors and spacious grounds to the public on the weekends of December 2 &4 and December 10 & 11 for the homestead Christmas Faire.
Started in 1984 the Christmas Faire was designed to be an open house for Georgetown Divide residents. From humble beginnings, it has grown to become a "must see" event for literally thousands of people. "Two years ago we shared the ranch with over two thousand people, most of them from out of the area," said Joyce. "Last year, even though we were plagued by torrential rains, we deluged by Northern California people who wanted to share the Christmas spirit at the ranch. From the interest and inquiries we've had so far, we anticipate out largest crowd ever this year.
The house and barns will be filled with crafts, gifts, displays, and demonstrations. The homestead Christmas Faire is a unique opportunity to share an authentic time in an old homestead and step into the past. With pony and buggy rides and barnyard full of animals to be petted, the faire is a special delight for the young ones. The aromas of the freshly baked treats will lure young and old to Grandmas kitchen. There will also be ongoing demonstrations of spinning and weaving, clothes making and canning. The blacksmith shop will glow from the hearth fire and ring from the hammer. All this and much more, including music and entertainment, bringing joy to the entire family.
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