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I am more excited, than there are words for me to express it to you! I was selected as one of eight bloggers from around the country to cover the 41st Annual Bob Evans Farm Festival, being held October 14 – 16, in Rio Grande, Ohio! Covering me with abundant blessings, Bob Evans is allowing my whole family to make this trip. Our family has not had an extended family vacation, since our 19-year-old daughter was a toddler. That’s been a day or two. 
Plus, our oldest daughter will be able to make the trip with us, which is something that none of us thought would be possible. We are looking forward to the journey, the festival and the fun with great anticipation!
Bob Evans has been serving hungry patrons for more than fifty years and currently has over 700 restaurants in twenty-four states. Their signature Bob Evans Restaurants are located heavily throughout the Midwest, comprising nearly 600 of their total restaurants. More than 100 Mimi’s Cafes round out their restaurant total and are most heavily located in California. Bob Evans also markets a complete line of refrigerated and frozen grocery products in 49 states and parts of Canada. They are an industry leader in the categories of fresh sausage, refrigerated mashed potatoes, side dishes and frozen breakfasts.
Ummm.....yes, please!
The 41st Annual Farm Festival will unveil a newly renovated grounds and facilities. Bob Evans Farm has gotten a major makeover, including the complete rebuilding of their very first Bob Evans restaurant, which stands in its original location on the farm. The festival organizers anticipate welcoming more than 30,000 visitors, from 19 states, to the event. The Bob Evans Farm Festival will be steeped in history, a wide range of entertainment, one-of-a-kind handmade arts and crafts, farm contests, delicious local food, children’s activities, demonstrations and musical performances. Our youngest daughter is waiting with great anticipation to run through the hay bale maze, ride a horse and visit the straw castle! Biscuits and gravy and The Lumberjack show are definitely calling my husband’s name. Everyone in our family is looking forward to so many aspects of attending this festival, not the least of which will be being able to experience it together. As someone who has such a deep love of history, I am looking forward to visiting the museum and many of the demonstrations, like soap making and a quilting bee. P.S. I’m a little intrigued by the Lumberjack show, also.
Looks like someone may have gotten soggy!
I’ll be updating you about our trip and all the fun we had. I’ll take lots of pictures and video to help it “come alive” for you! Of course, I’ll share about all the delicious food we try and you know me, I won’t be able to resist a recipe post or two. I wish you all could attend with us, but my van won’t hold that many, so if you’re in the neighborhood, I hope you’ll turn out for the festival and join in the food, fun and laughter! Visit the website for more information on the festival and how to get there; plus, if you need to find a Bob Evans Restaurant in your area, you can use this restaurant locator.
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I and my family are receiving this trip, through BFPR, in order to review and report on the festival, events and products. No monetary compensation is being made for the posts, and as always at Busy-at-Home, the views and opinions expressed are wholly my own.
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that looks amazing and fun- we LOVE bob evans!
Samantha, we’ve never had the chance to try them before, so we are definitely excited!
Yum, congrats!!
Thanks, Hanan!
I was obsessed with Bob Evans while I was pregnant with Jasper… they had a cinnamon sugar pancake special that was amazing! Sadly, I only get to go when we drive to my in-laws since we have no locations nearby.
Aren’t pregnancy cravings a great??!!! lol Cinnamon sugar pancakes sound yummy!
Wow what an amazing opportunity! It sounds like you will have a great time. I can’t wait to hear about how your trip was!
I’m anxious to tell you all about it, Ellen! I am excited beyond belief that my family will share the fun with me.
Wow, Glenda! What an amazing opportunity! I can’t wait to see (and hear) about all the fun you are going to have!! Congrats!
Thanks, Tonia. It’s going to be my official video debut – at least with “serious” video. lol
Congratulations! It sounds like you are in for a great time. My Mom and Dad love Bob Evans – when I visit them we often stop in the one in Mt. Pleasant Michigan for a lunch.
I love hearing all the high praise for the restaurants! It makes me even more excited to get to go and visit, in person.
That looks like SO much fun! I love family events like that…and that food! WHOA mama!
I know, right?!! That turkey picture makes my stomach growl!
Oh I am SOOO excited for you! And for ME for getting to follow your journey! You will bring so much “good stuff” their way, they will crown you queen of all things Bob Evans! YAY!
You friend, I wish I could stow away in our van and take you right along! Thanks for all the encouragement and sparkles!
Congratulations! Have tons of fun with your family and take lots of pictures.
Loads of pictures and a little video, too, Monica. I want you all to see how cool Bob Evans Farms is! Thanks so much for stopping by.
They are lucky to have you – can’t wait to hear more!
Dawn, you’re a peach! Thanks so much!
Congrats! It looks like you are going to have a blast and be very full!! Can’t wait to see more pics!
Thank you, Danielle! I appreciate you coming by!
Congratulations Glenda! I used to love Bob Evans when we lived on the east coast–wish we had some out west! (I especially loved their turkey!)
Julie, I am going to have to try the turkey in your honor. That picture makes me drool every time I look at it! Thanks for the well wishes and the visit!
WOW – exciting!! This sounds like a great festival! I remember going to Bob Evans early in the mornings when we’d drive home from visiting my grandparents in OH. I LOVED this early morning stop!
Isn’t it cool how some of the simplest things make the best memories!? Thanks for sharing and stopping by, Julie!
Congratulations, you are going to be a great correspondent! I can’t wait to read your posts about the Festival (especially the food)! Have a wonderful time with your family!
Thanks, Tricia! We’re pretty excited about the food, too!
you are so lucky! That looks like a lot of fun! You are going to volunteer for the log roll thing, right?
lol Diane! I was thinking of volunteering Hubby!
Stopping by from MSM to say congrats on this amazing opportunity! I had no idea the Bob Evan’s Farm was a part of Mimi’s Cafe, we love that place. I hope you and your family have a wonderful time, I can’t wait to hear about your adventure.
Smiles,
Terri
@EcoCrazyMom
Oh, Terri! Thanks so much! I have already learned so much about this company and I love the history. I’m anxious to make the trip and share even more with all of you.
OMGosh…I wish I had applied for that one. Rio Grande is about 25 miles from my childhood home!!! Have not been back in a long time!!!! XOXOX
Rebecca, I wish you had, too. What fun it would have been to meet! Thanks for stopping by!
Congratulations, Glenda
Thanks, Kimberly! Any recommendations for rocking outdoor, large group shots? It seems like it’s harder for me to frame those than closeups.
That looks like it will be a fabulous trip! Family vacations are always so much fun. Have a great time!