The Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival is underway at the Howard County Fairgrounds this weekend. This is one of the largest wool and craft events on the east coast, drawing thousands of people (and some lengthy traffic jams) to the Fairgrounds. The festival is always held the first weekend in May, but somehow it always seems to sneak up on me. Driving by the Fairgrounds today I can attest that the place is packed, but the early morning rush is over and it's easier to get in. The festival runs until 9:00 pm tonight, then tomorrow from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Admission is free.There are over 250 vendors selling all manner of things related to raising sheep and the crafting of wool products. There are also lots of classes and demonstrations of weaving, knitting, quilting, spinning, braiding and most anything else you can think of to do with wool. And there's musical entertainment, too. So if you're looking for something to do this weekend, head on out to the Howard County Fairgrounds. One more hint: if the Route 32 exit from I-70 looks jammed, head west to the next exit (Route 97), then come back east on Route 144. You can also exit the Fairgrounds that way and probably save some time.
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I spent most of the day there today. The crowds weren't quite as bad as usual, it seemed to me, and the weather was perfect. It's a surprisingly fun event even if you aren't a crater like me. I love that it's free!
I love the potted vegetable vendor on the left as you go in. I can't remember the gentleman's name, but he's a local farmer who always has a great variety of peppers for sale. I'm hoping to get some again this year and renew my pepper garden !
Found this squidoo lens on the festival. Just wanted to add this li'l bit of knowledge to our post. http://www.squidoo.com/sheepandwool
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