In addition to the agricultural competitions and exhibits featured at the Middlesex County 4-H Fair, historical reenactors and artisans are a big part of the fun at the annual event, offering a slice of life from another time.
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Good old-fashioned fun at the Middlesex County 4-H Fair
The Middlesex County 4-H Fair returned to the fairgrounds in Westford Aug. 23-25, showcasing a number of agricultural exhibits and competitions, and lots of fun activities for all ages.
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