On behalf of the executive and Board of Directors and all of our volunteers, I would like to welcome you to our 151st edition of the Russell Fair. Coming off a very successful 150th year, we are trying to maintain our momentum into this year's fair. We are extremely proud to hold the oldest agricultural event in our township. This year you will see that we have expanded the grounds to try and offer some additional entertainment for you.

We are continuing to make changes at the fair with the enhancement of the Fall Cutting with an even bigger and better show. Come out and see what this unique event has to offer. Some other new and interesting things include the addition of Elephant & Camel Rides, a Sheep Dog demonstration, as well as improved kids' entertainment and special Senior’s entertainment inside the arena on Sunday. We are also pleased to announce our 2009 music headliner: Barney Bentall & the Legendary Hearts with special guest Little Bones (a great Tragically Hip cover band)!  Be sure to purchase your tickets early for the Friday night show at the Russell Pronto or by calling 613-445-8624.

Also on stage we are happy to welcome Wayne Rostad to the refreshment area on Sunday along with The Gruff Sisters' Kitchen Party. Also appearing at the fair will be COUGAR and Whiskey Sour.

Back by popular demand are the Demolition Derby, Deal or No Deal, Karaoke Fairfest and our Amateur Talent Contest. Every year our goal is to try and have more activities that will attract a wider variety of people. If you’ve never come to the fair before, or haven’t come in a few years, why not come out and see what great hospitality the Russell Agricultural Society has to offer. We look forward to being your host.

To make this event successful, it involves the commitment and dedication of many volunteers. As you work your way through the fair this year, please take the time to thank the people who, year after year, continue to make this event a large success. It's really is a community event that involves groups such as the Russell Horticultural Society, the Russell Historical Society, the Russell Lions Club, the Russell Curling Club, the Russell Fire Department, the Russell Legion and various other community and sports groups. We do thank all of these groups for their valued contributions.

Looking forward to seeing you at the 151st edition of the Russell Fair! Come out and enjoy our hospitality!

Theresa Wever
President
Russell Agricultural Society