For us, summer is the start of our busy season. We’re in full Fair mode, getting ready for September. But that’s not our only focus during these months — it wouldn’t be Fairplex if there wasn’t an educational component happening too! Here are some of our summer learning programs for all ages: Career & Technical…
Weekend Recap: Fun at Fairplex
We like to share our weekend experiences through the eyes of our guests! ICYMI, here’s a quick look at what we had the pleasure of hosting: West Coast Historical Militaria Collectibles Show Expo Hall 4 was filled with a treasure trove of history, from militaria collectibles to historical reenactments. Bubble Run 5K Thank goodness it…
Weekend Recap: Dance, music, learning and foam
We like to share our weekend experiences through the eyes of our guests! ICYMI, here’s a quick look at what we had the pleasure of hosting: Foam Glow 5K Whether you like running or not, you have to admit, fun runs make for excellent Instagram pics, especially when glow-in-the-dark foam is involved! ShowBiz Talent Show…
Fairplex Weekender: So much to do, so little time
Say hello to the weekend, because Friday is finally here! We hope you’ll join us for at least one event this weekend — we have a lot going on, from shopping to running to dancing to learning. Keep reading to see what we have planned this week: Hot Tub & Swim Spa Show (May 5-7):…
Throwback: TLC at ULF
Throwback to last weekend at the Upland Lemon Festival! The Learning Centers at Fairplex staff and volunteers taught guests how to make ropes and grind corn, while our horticulturist, Don Delano gave lessons in gardening. We had a blast!
Teacher Appreciation Week at the Child Development Center
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week and our Child Development Center is going all out for our wonderful staff. The theme is Rainbow of Appreciation. Students created rainbows to hang in the playground area Our students have been wearing a different color of the rainbow each day and doing an Appreciation activity with their teachers, such as…
May at Fairplex
The countdown to summer is officially on! It’s around this time that we start rolling up our sleeves and really getting ready for Fair season. But before Fair, there are plenty of other events at Fairplex to enjoy! Here’s what’s happening this month: Kentucky Derby Buffet (May 6): Our on-site sports bar, Finish Line Sports…
Thoughtful Thursday: Earth Day Plant Drop
Last week 25 members from our leadership team joined Miguel Santana (our CEO) as we hand-delivered more than 400 plants from our Farm to our neighbors in celebration of Earth Day! Taking care of the environment is a top priority for us, not only in The Farm at Fairplex, but throughout the rest of our…
Mother’s Day at Fairplex
No one does a buffet quite like McKinley’s Grille! Every year we get to see moms celebrated at our annual Mother’s Day brunch. It’s a lovely day full of family, food and flowers galore, and one of our favorite holidays to work. Like Fairplex itself, there is something for everyone on Mother’s Day! Check out…
National Volunteer Appreciation Week
It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week! We want to give a big thank-you to our wonderful volunteers. From leading field trips in The Farm at Fairplex to helping us set up and run our neighborhood parties (and so much more), they are part of our very core. Their passion, dedication and love for the programs at…
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