Unity’s rural traditions, landmark fair a draw for many

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Published
June 8, 2019

Unity’s rural traditions, landmark fair a draw for many

Topping events in Unity will be the annual annual Common Ground Country Fair, which takes place this year Sept. 20, 21 and 22 and will welcome some 60,000 visitors.
Published
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Published
March 23, 2019

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Published
February 20, 2019

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Published
January 24, 2019

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Published
December 9, 2018

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Published
November 16, 2018

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Published
October 21, 2018

Green movement grows brighter on campuses in Maine

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Published
September 22, 2018

Sheep shearer shows he can cut it at Common Ground Country Fair

This is the first time in about 10 years the fair has featured the 'vital' skill, one fewer people are learning.
Published
September 20, 2018

Milkweed bracelets, dancing with horses, log scooting. It’s at the Common Ground Country Fair in Unity.

The fair, which runs Friday to Sunday at the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association in Unity, is expected to draw about 60,000 people over the three days.