MonthJanuary 2011

Pin-up Power: Retro Gals Head to Grand National Roadsters to Be Crowned

January 24, 2011

Pin-up girls have been a fascination with men and women alike since Betty Grable’s famous portrait made its way around camps throughout World War II. While the Pin-up genre began in the late 19th Century (the Gibson Girl! Who knew?), it really hit its stride in the 1940s and ‘50s. Along with Grable, Bettie Page,…

Carpet, Computers, Cars and Culture at Fairplex this weekend

January 13, 2011

I mentioned a few days ago that the Asian American Expo will be at Fairplex this weekend. We have a slew of other events this weekend, too, so if you are doing some home improvement, need a new hard drive, are looking for the perfect car part as well as wanting to indulge in some…

Asian American Expo – A Great Cultural Experience

January 12, 2011

My daughter’s second grade class just finished reading Chinatown by William Low. It piqued her interest about Chinese culture and led to a long discussion about food, families and neighborhoods. It was perfect timing, too, as Fairplex is hosting the Asian American Expo this weekend. It’s a great way to experience the sounds, smells and wares of China…

Slither into Fairplex This Weekend for the Reptile Show

January 4, 2011

Happy New Year! The Fairplex family extends best wishes for a prosperous and healthy year to all our shows and guests. It’s the start of a new year and we’re kicking it off in style with the Reptile Super Show this weekend. If it slithers or has scales, it will be here Saturday and Sunday. The…