Autumn is upon us and with it comes many fun things to do outdoors.  The leaves begin to change colors, the evenings begin to cool down, and air has that smell that brings back fond memories of our childhood.

This coming Saturday, October 13th beginning at 10 A.M. the Annual Fall Fest will kick off.  Sponsored by the Historic Downtown Dexter Association and the Dexter Chamber of Commerce, the event has lots of fun planned for everyone at the Fall Fest in Downtown Dexter on Stoddard Street.  With over fifty booths and various attractions, there is something for everyone to see. 

Some of the booths will include a quilting exhibition, an Evans pottery display, and the nutrition center will also have a display.  Attendees won't want to miss the 2nd Annual Fair photo entries "Barns of Stoddard County" on display at the Welcome Center.

As always there will be plenty of fun for the kids.  Rainbow Rentals will have their big inflatables on hand from 10 am to 4 pm for the kids.  The Fall Fest will also have a clown on hand making balloon animals.  The Children's Chicken Scratch for Quarters even will be held at 3:30 and always seems to be a favorite activity for preschool through 5th grade children.

One of the most exciting events sponsored by the Fall Fest group will be the 3rd annual pie eating contest.  This event begins at 12 noon and everyone will want to be on hand to watch the pie eating action. 

Bringing a little extra excitement to the day, Stoddard Street will be filled with the sound of "Live Music" beginning at 10 A.M. and lasting throughout the day. 

The Fall Fest in Downtown Dexter will be fun for all ages.  Make plans to come down to Stoddard Street at 10 A.M. on Saturday, October 13th and enjoy all of the fun activities.