There are a lot of cool things going on at Fairplex this weekend but the one you won’t want to miss is the Ed Hardy sale. These are some of the coolest fashions going and they’re normally priced accordingly, as in a couple of hundred dollars for a T-shirt. If you’re not familiar with Ed Hardy, you can review the fashions and the prices here.

Friday, May 29 - Sunday, May 31
Fairplex 8
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Don’t miss this chance to get Ed Hardy stuff at a fraction of the price. Items are $10 to $50.

Next, you can take the kids to a free science fair at the Nancy McCracken Science Expo and then head on over to the Household Hazardous Waste Disposal and drop off all that toxic stuff that’s been collecting dust in the corner of your garage.

Get the details on these and other Fairplex events.

Hi, all! Sparky, here. Boy am I getting nervous. My tail hasn’t wagged this fast since my owner gave me my lunch! That was about five minutes ago, but still, I’m competing in one of the biggest dog shows on the West Coast this weekend–The Mission Circuit Dog Show!

But if you think I’m nervous, take a look at my owner. This guy fusses over me like I’m some collectible. Why is he so worried when I’m the one being judged? He thought that he lost my favorite squeaky toy last night and he went berserk! I cleverly hid it under the couch, hehe.

I’ll be competing on Sunday at 9 am in Ring 9. Come see me kick some tail! But if you can’t make it on Sunday, come any day May 22nd through the 25th. There are 160 breeds with 3,000 dogs being judged every day!

Where: Fairplex 4, 5 & 6
When: Friday, May 22-Monday, May 25
What time: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

General admission $6
Seniors $4
Ages 6-12 $3
Ages 5 and under FREE

Fire snorkels, brush fire rigs, bull dozers and a 1800s’ Fire Steamer will roll into Fairplex Friday and Saturday for the Society for the Preservation and Appreciation of Antique Motor Fire Apparatus in America’s winter conference. A display of fire apparatus will be in the NHRA Museum parking lot on McKinley Avenue. It’s free and open to the public (parking is $9 in the Gate 1 parking lot).
SPAAMFAA is an international organization dedicated to the preservation, restoration and operation of antique fire fighting apparatus. Founded in New York in 1958, SPAAMFAA has grown to 56 chapters nationwide and in Canada, with a membership in excess of 3,800 Worldwide. The Southern California chapter, the Crown Firecoach Enthusiasts, is hosting the Fairplex event.
“This is a great event for anyone who enjoys fire trucks and coaches. It’s a great show for youngsters and their families,” said Ron Dierkens, CFE president.
More than 100 coaches and trucks will be on display Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday is Wildland Fire Apparatus Day with a large display of wildland fire fighting apparatus, including brush engines, brush patrols, water tenders (known in most other states as tankers), dozers and their transports, crew trucks and more. On Saturday, the County of Los Angeles Fire Museum will be bringing SQUAD 51, as well as both the 1966 Crown ENGINE 51 and the 1973 Ward-La France ENGINE 51 from the TV Show “Emergency!”

Well, with this recession people aren’t exactly looking at the housing market, but how about a house on wheels?  That’s right, an RV, Toy-Hauler, Camper, Trailer, 5th Wheel or whatever you want to call it!  Although some of them are going to cost you more than that 3-bedroom house you have had your eye on, you can find some affordable fun at this year’s Pomona RV Show!  Speaking from experience, one of the greatest joys a kid can have is just sitting on a picnic bench in the middle of a forest with no one but your mom, dad, trusty dog and tough ol’ RV.  How about those of you reaching those long sought after “golden years?”  Retirement is coming and it’s never too early to start looking around to get an idea of what you want to travel the country in.  The Pomona RV Show has a home abroad for everyone, so come down and check it out.  Looking for another plus?  It’s free!  So, have fun checking out all the cool new RVs and have a free afternoon of delight!

March 7 & 8, 2009
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: FREE

This all new event at the ‘plex promises to be like, totally fun for moms and dads, babies, toddlers and children. There’s an American Girl giveaway, jumpies and train rides, resources on homeschooling, child care and camps, bowling for tots, wall climbing, a diaper derby race, magic show, science experiments, baby animals. . . you name it, the L.A. Kids Expo probably has it. Giveaways rule the day at the Expo: Nintendo Wii’s, shopping sprees, a Go Mama Go crib, vacations and more. 

Best of all, if you go to the Kids Expo website and print the flyer, you can get a 2-for-1 admission price!

Saturday - Sunday, Feb. 21-22, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Adults: $9
Kids age 5 - 12: $3
Kids under 5: Free

Last Year, Fairplex and the L.A. County Fair had more than 500 volunteers that worked during Fair. This year we have more days and more areas available to volunteer during the 2009 L.A. County Fair. Sign up at www.lacountyfair.com to be a part of so many exciting opportunities.  We offer flexible shifts!!

If you’re a car buff with a nostalgic streak for the early days, this is your show. It’s the 60th year of the longest running indoor car show in the world. To commemorate the anniversary of where it all started, at an armory in Oakland, California, GNRS will make time travel possible right here in Pomona.

When the show opens Friday, Jan. 23, Fairplex 9 will look just like those 1950s roadster shows, complete with oil drums lined up to rope off the show cars, ceiling banners announcing the show queen and, of course, vintage cars of that era.

Hundreds of new and old custom-designed roadsters will fill all seven Fairplex exhibit buildings and surrounding grounds. Movie stars, tv actors, rockers, and just plain "roadies" will be here. Don’t miss this.

Friday, Jan. 23 - Sunday, Jan. 25 

Friday noon - 9 p.m.
Saturday 10am - 9 p.m.
Sunday 10am - 7 p.m.

General Admission: $20
Seniors (62+) $18
Children (6-12) $10
5 & under free

If you’re buying, selling, appraising, learning or just looking, there’s a world of opportunity at the New Jewelry, Gem, Gift, Bead, Craft & Mineral Rock Show & Expo this weekend in Fairplex 5. Take a free class, sell your gold and coins, have your gold appraised, learn how and where to pan for gold or just scout around for gifts and free stuff (you have to actually be present to win one of the free door prizes).

Show Times:

Fri., Jan. 9: noon - 6 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 10: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sun., Jan. 11: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Free admission for seniors on Friday. Coupon for $2 off admission if you print this ad.

We’re only taking a small break for the holidays. Then’ll we’ll kick start the New Year with three fun shows. The Tattoo & Body Art Expo, a long-time Fairplex fave, will hit Fairplex 9 Friday, Jan. 2 through Sunday, Jan. 4. Ok, there’s no question that body art and tattoos aren’t for everyone. But truly, this phenomenon is no longer the exclusive domain of bikers. Just ask any college kid you know. If their parents aren’t around, many of them will probably have at least one “tat” to show you.Even if you’re only thinking about a tat, this is the place to come. You’ll meet every artist who’s anybody in the world of body art and you’ll see some truly unbelievable body art.

This is a recession buster show. The promotors have reduced the daily admission to $20. Park at Gate 9.

Hours:
Fri. 2 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sat. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sun.11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

If your not into ink, don’t worry. We have other shows that weekend. Saturday, Jan. 3 and Sunday, Jan. 4, the all new
Reptile Super Show at Fairplex 6 has more than 300 tables of exotic animals. Admission is only $8 (kids $5; kids 3 and under free).

Looking for a fun, completely free event? There’s the California Rabbit and Cavy Show in Barn 9A on Sunday, Jan. 4.

This year more than ever the best deal wins and the place for the best deals in computer and technology gear is the L.A. Computer Fair this Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 13 & 14 in Fairplex 5. Whatever’s on your shopping list, whether it’s for you or someone on your holiday shopping list, you’ll find great low show prices here on DVDs, camcorders, big-screen TVs, notebooks, laptops, printers, sound systems and a whole big Santa’s bagful of computer games. Don’t miss it. It’s one-stop shopping, guaranteed.

More deals. If you join the Computer Fair mailing list, you’ll get $3 off the admission price and you’ll be eligible to win two free tickets to a future show.

There’s more! Bring your junk electronics for drive-up recycling. Besides saving the planet, you can earn $3 each for computer monitors, television, laptops and LCD monitors up to a maximum of six items per vehicle. Bring your other electronic recyclables (pretty much everything with a cord). You won’t get paid but you’ll feel good about yourself.

 Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Admission: $6 for adults; children 10 and under free. Park at Gate 3 on McKinley Ave.