Over 300 guests enjoyed Saturday’s picture-perfect weather at The Ruth Project Farm’s Annual Family Fall Fest. Pumpkins — including the Engel family’s award-winning 400-pound heirloom pumpkin — delighted kids of all ages. Everyone got to decorate and take home one of their own, too! 

The Activity Path had something for everyone, including outdoor games, glimpses of our animals bounding in the field, walks among red, gold, and orange Fall trees, and pony rides.

Community partner Mending Ministries brought dry land fishing games and the Art Spot had loads of fun crafts. We even had a special spot for kids to befriend our baby ducks!

Our Barns buzzed with activity. Grandpa’s Workshop had a wood craft and an autumn sun catcher kit for kids to create, and the Hangout Barn‘s Bingo was a huge hit with dozens of lucky winners.

There was lots of yummy food! Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, popcorn, cookies, and drinks kept everyone full and happy. To top it off, our treasured friends at Elgin Chick-fil-A supplied everyone’s favorite chicken sandwiches and nuggets. We were all able to picnic together and make new friends before the day was over! Special thanks to our incredible volunteers who did an over-the-top job of making it a day to remember.