Today is the second Labor Day to feature the agricultural Extravaganza in the Coliseum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It was one of the best additions last year as visitors get an intimate encounter with some gorgeous farm animals along with painless education on the agriculture business. The farmers on hand are welcoming and friendly.

While a hurdling bunny was delightful last year, the historic building has plenty of great critters, like these piglets shown below in photo from the archives of Jude Camwell.

PIGLETS JU 13.

After attending, parents may have to deal with children who wonder why we kill and eat these delightful creatures. If you look at how factory-farmed animals are treated, we all should be asking some questions.