Tromping through an obstacle course of tires was only one of many diversions at the Black Creek Fall Fair last weekend. Other activities included a silent auction

Tromping through an obstacle course of tires was only one of many diversions at the Black Creek Fall Fair last weekend. Other activities included a silent auction

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Tromping through an obstacle course of tires was only one of many diversions at the Black Creek Fall Fair last weekend.

  • Sep. 18, 2013 9:00 a.m.
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