The Henry County Fair took place from September 29 - October 5 at Windy Hill Park in McDonough. The fair featured rides for children, a horse race and demonstration, as well as food vendors. Local residents and businesses displayed crafts, jewelry, food and arts. One of the biggest features of the fair was a 330 pound pumpkin that has grown over the past year!

The Kiwanis Club has sponsored the fair for the past 25 years. All money raised at the event remains in the county to assist local organizations. Other organizations involved in making this annual fair occur include the Henry County 4-H Club, the City of McDonough and the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Office in McDonough.

This was a fantastic way for Heron Bay residents to enjoy the early fall weather. Along with local events, the residents of this Atlanta master planned community are also able to enjoy events within their own community.

For more information on the Henry County Fair contact 770-288-8421.

The Southern Belle Farm in Henry County, Georgia will be hosting the Corn Maize beginning September 19 and running through October. The design of this year’s maize (maze) will feature the face of the well-known and loved announcer of the University of Georgia Bulldog’s Football team, Larry Munson. Visitors to the Corn Maize will be able to enjoy a pumpkin patch, hay rides, pig races and a corn cannon. There will also be pedal-carts, or manually-run go-carts, for the kids. A Bluegrass concert is schedule for October 18 and military appreciation day will follow on October 25.

In 2007, Southern Belle Farm experienced over 13, 000 visitors to the Corn Maize. The farm also hosts educational programs throughout the year.

For more information, visit www.southernbellefarm.com

Residents of the Atlanta master planned community, Heron Bay Golf and Country Club, are just a short drive from this fall attraction in Henry County.