"Hay Place" was a fall custom in the Schrute family for many generations. As soon as the autumnal equinox was upon us, you could find Uncle Eldred behind the barn, stacking hay with his good arm. He would toil for hours on end to create "Hay World," as it was known back then. Unfortunately one year the hay spontaneously combusted resulting in a brutal fire, and Hay World was permanently suspended. The children cried into their pumpkins; the shreds of remaining hay were brought to the outhouse for alternative uses. But finally, after much too long of a hiatus, Hay Place has been "baled" out.
Taking place in everyone's favorite parking lot downstairs, Hay Place has been recreated for all to enjoy. With much to see and do, you won't know where to begin. I recommend starting with the hay maze. You can meander through, letting your emotions take over - first anxiety and intense fear when you can't locate the exit and you're somehow separated from your children, then overwhelming delight when you finally escape. Next, make a broom with some of the softest hay you've ever laid your phalanges on. And hold onto your dustpans because we may even have a very special guest from the Broom Makers Union! There will also be a petting zoo, a goat roast, and hay stacking. The only event more festive than this is a Schrute funeral.
The fun will conclude in chic majesty with the crowning of the Hay King. Will it be your daughter? Your ill-deserving son? You? (don't get your hopes up). The only way to find out is to attend. Stop on by and you'll be sure to leave with (figurative) hay fever! ** Please note that there is a general admission fee and a separate charge for each event. No open flames will be permitted. It's up to you to bring your own EpiPens.
