The tradition of the country fair is as old as the province itself and celebrates rural life and the valued elements of the community in which it is located. The Shand Fair takes place each summer on a fair grounds situated mid way between Somme and Carrigana and some six miles north. The atmosphere at the fair is absolutely the highlight of the event as neighbours and friends come out to experience the day together, swap yarns and renew acquaintances from years gone by. This fair has a parade in the morning with a line up of antique tractors, equestrian displays and good spirits. There is animal showing and judging, a gymkhana, children's races, excellent food, a music programme, exhibits and mostly a lot of conversation.

The exhibits are a major part of every fair and the Shand fair leads in agricultural products, flowers, baked goods, art work, photographs, crafts and amazing creativity.

A highlight for most visitors to the Shand Fair is the outstanding home baking. Above are the pie ladies and they had peach, raisin, and cream pies. But other booths had perogies and cabbage rolls and a full chicken supper.

The Fair was a highlight of the summer for me and my family, I think it still held every August.