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See You Next Year at the
Nestled among natures beauty, approximately
ten miles due west of the county seat of Mayfield, lies the small community of Fancy Farm, population
approximately six hundred, famous for, unbelievable though it may seem, a
picnic.
  The picnic is always held the first Saturday in August, however, because so many people enjoy coming out to see the meat go on the pits the day before, and then spend the day watching the once quiet school grounds turn into a bustling bee-hive, extra effort was given to entertain the browser. On Friday morning at 8 a.m., over 18,000 pounds of fresh pork and mutton is put on the pits to cook slowly, eventually sending out an aroma that attacks even the hard to please taste-buds.
 Early Friday afternoon, the St. Jerome Classic takes place, a special run for the youngsters, or those that like to compete at a slower pace. Immediately following is a 5K Fun Run. It is attended by many people from across the United States. Registration applications are available at local stores in Mayfield and Paducah. They will be mailed to out-of-state runners by contacting the Fun Run Chairmen, Eric and Alina Wilson.ewilson@galaxycable.net Trophies and prizes are given for all runs. 5 to 8 p.m., the annual Knights of Columbus fish fry takes place at the K of C Hall in the heart of Fancy Farm. Enjoy all you can eat mouth-watering farm raised cat fish and all the trimmings. A variety of other snacks will be available on the grounds later that evening.
The fun continues back on the picnic grounds with country and square dance music. Picnic starts Saturday morning at 10 a.m. There is no admission fee and plenty of free parking. Famous for our home-cooked, all you can eat dinners served in air-conditioned comfort from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Over 400 pounds each of potato salad and slaw is consumed every year along with a variety of vegetables and desserts. Rounding out the meal is our famous bar-b-que and fried chicken. Hamburgers, hotdogs, bar-b-que sandwiches, ice cream, and drinks are on the grounds all day as well as bar-b-que by the pound. Fun and games for all ages. Political speaking from 2-4 featuring local, state and national figures. Over the years many of the heated debates have brought famous people and headlines. The country store, a favorite of many, features handmade items, quilts and crafts, jams and jellies. Continuous live entertainment from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. for your dancing pleasure. At 10 p.m. a new automobile will be given away to a lucky ticket holder. Winner need not be present. Tickets are available to those out of state by contacting ticket chairman.* Come and enjoy some good old-fashioned southern hospitality at Fancy Farm, Kentucky, the first Friday and Saturday in August annually. To avoid disappointment, please make hotel and motel reservations early.
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