This Saturday will be my first ever Kentucky Derby Party so I have been doing a little research. I realize that this makes me somewhat of a “nerd” to most, but I’d like to think of it as necessary preparation… it’s not every day that I get to wear a dress and hat, so I wanted to ensure that I was doing everything properly.
I have to say that my research has yielded some fascinating information! I would like to share with you what I found to be most helpful.
How to wear your Kentucky Derby Hat:
- Placed down on the head, with just one finger’s width over the eyebrow to the hat’s brim.
- Pull the hat down onto the head, so that the crown is touching the top of the head.
- Tilt your hat slightly to one side.
- Just the hat and the face should be the focal point.
Now I have to say that I am VERY grateful for the above tips. Having never worn anything more than a baseball cap before, I had no idea that there was so much involved! See?? And you all thought I was being nerdy! Ha!
The Kentucky Derby is more than just magnificent horses, calculated wagering, and delectable mint juleps; it is also a true day of fashion! The best part is that you don’t have to head out to Churchill Downs just to be part of the fun. You can stay right here in sunny California and join us for a spectacular Kentucky Derby Party – tilted hat and all!
The entire L.A. County Fair family would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to “Chicken” Charlie Boghosian and Dawn Clasen – who are getting married tomorrow, April 25. Chicken Charlie is the Deep-Fry King at fairs throughout the region. He is the one who comes up with the deep-fried Oreos, deep-fried Twinkies, deep-fried frog legs and last year’s deep-fried Pop Tarts. Basically, he’ll deep fry anything if you’ll eat it. So, as one more deep-fried bachelor bites the dusty powdered sugar, we take a look back at one of our favorite people in the whole wide oil-splattered world – Chicken Charlie:
delicious it is and when I am not eating I am planning my next meal. 
It’s almost May and I have to say that I’m getting excited! The 
Did you read that recent 
Snickers bar or deep-fried frog legs or Ten-Pound Buns or massive deep-fried onion blossom or Hot Dog on a Stick (sorry, that’s for me) – go ahead and try one at the Fair (ONE, we said one. Well, one with each visit). And don’t even think I’m going to provide you with the calorie count on these goodies! Sheesh – I’m trying to encourage you to come to the Fair!
We did! Well, we are going to. After a successful run last year, the L.A. County Fair is going to the dogs again this year – with Bark Park. Bark Park is our canine adventure where four-legged furry creatures become the most evolved species on the grounds. They get to wear fancy clothes, they get to eat fancy (and healthy!) treats, and they live in awesome houses on a grassy hillside.
Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl – just larger and more domestic. Watch little doggies frolick and play, sleep and eat. It’s like being in your own backyard. Visitors will get an opportunity to learn about 30 different dog breeds. Next door is the Extreme Canines Stunt Show and Splash Dogs. See the shows and see what you can teach your puppy when they get older.
Barket Place has all the latest clothes and accessories for your pampered pooch. And don’t forget the fashion show! Woof Lauren, Oscar Dog La Renta, Jimmy Chew – we got ‘em all!
As we all continue to work diligently to bring everyone the most amazing 2009 Fair, we are also working on the 
award winners. Yes…you heard right! During the Fair, you can stop off at the 
All right all you competitive souls of all ages – time to break out the recipes, sharpen those knitting needles and get your crayons and water paints ready. It’s contest time at the 
this year is the live cupcake decorating and, everyone’s favorite, SPAM!