Politics & Government

It's Argyle Fair Time Again

The annual Babylon Beautification Society event is a popular end of summer happening in Babylon Village.

The annual Argyle Fair, held around scenic Argyle Lake, is a village tradition that heralds the beginning of the fall season.

This year's event, organized by the Babylon Beautification Society, will take place on Sunday, September 18. The date is a week later than usual in observance of the tenth anniversary of 9/11.

Each year a variety vendors hawk homemade wares including fine art and craft offerings. The rain date will be Sunday, September 25.

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The event features children's entertainment with small rides and activities, and food and music will be offered at the village gazebo.

The Beautification Society is "committed to keeping the beauty and spirit of our village alive through many projects visible to all who live in, and visit our community," according to a website announcement. The fair is run by an all-volunteer staff.

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Invitations were sent to Babylon Village households with raffle tickets enclosed. The prizes this year are: a beach cruiser bicycle from Babylon Bike Shop; a Weber barbecue from Plesser's; and a gift basket and a $500 gift certificate from Babylon Village Meat Market.

For more information, visit the Babylon Beautification Society's website.


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