Fair is in the Air: Last but not least:
Signs of the Fair
September 12, 2008
Doo Wah Shooby Doo Wah
September 11, 2008
When you are at the Fair, check out Side Effects – the best strolling singers around: �
Shopping for the Hard-to-Buy for Person
September 11, 2008
I know it’s only September, and we’ve just started the Fair, but it isn’t too early to start your holiday shopping. And there isn’t a better place to do it than the LA County Fair. We have more than 2,000 vendors, so you really can find the right gift for everyone on your list. Here…
Deep-Fried Videos
September 9, 2008
That’s right – we have deep-fried food, so why not deep-fried videos? Actually, we are having a contest. We need 10 judges for the deep-fried cook-off that will take place Sept. 19 between some of our food vendors and the Food Network’s Glutton for Punishment show. All you need to do is make a 30-second…
Great Opening Weekend
September 9, 2008
The Fair is closed today, as it is every Monday and Tuesday of our run, but we had a great opening weekend – a precursor of things to come? We hope so. The weather is supposed to be cooler this week, so it’s a great time to visit the L.A. County Fair. Today, if you…
Hot Dogs (not on a stick)
September 7, 2008
I had posted pre-Fair about Soccer Collies, the sensational duo who are here at the Fair every day in Bark Park, presented by Canidae all-natural dog food. Well, you have to come see them. These dogs will go head to nose against anyone in front of a soccer goal. Ms.Z (prounounced Mizzy) and Bek (named…
Be A Hero
September 7, 2008
The LA County Fair has teamed up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sheraton Fairplex in Pomona, right next to the Fair. Parking at the Sheraton for the blood drive is free. Besides giving the gift of life, donors will…
Men Knit, And So Do A Lot Others
September 7, 2008
Today was the Men Knit, Too competition in our Tapestry exhibit. A group of ardent male knitters brought sweaters, scarves and blankets for the judge to inspect under her critiquing eyes. All the entries were very impressive – there was some fine work displayed. Eliel Quilex of Riverside took first place with his lap blanket; Royston…
He Hammered a Nail Where?
September 6, 2008
Well we told you the Fair offers something for everyone, and we meant it. This weekend we have popular magician/freak stunt artist John Shaw. By freak stunt artist, we mean unusual acts of body manipulation. That’s right – John hammers nails into his nose. See for yourself: It doesn’t end there. He “trapped” the tip…
Foodie Alert: Chef Brian’s Secret Recipe Revealed!
September 6, 2008
Top Chef Brian from Bravo Network’s Top Chef TV show is cookin’ and BBQ-in’ right here at the Fair. He’s also feeding the lucky Fairguests who stop by the Culinary Styles kitchen in Village on Broadway – today’s 1 p.m. show featured BBQ tri-tip and Paradise Salad. He shared his recipes, of course (see below for Chef…
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