One Stitch = Giant Sock

September 4, 2011

A world record was set at the Fair today – the world’s biggest knit sock was completed. Newton’s Yarn Country of Anaheim hosted the knitting of the Giant Sock this morning and afternoon in Tapestry. More than 100 Fairguests, whether they were seasoned or newbies, got to knit a stitch or two or 20. Newton’s…

Viva the Fair!

September 3, 2011

Hola amigos! The first of our four cultural festivals is now underway here at the Fair. Festival Latinoamericano de Arte y Folklore is taking place this weekend on the Plaza de las Americas. This celebration of the art, culture and history of Latin America has something for everyone. Today we saw acts on the Plaza…

Welcome to Our 23-Day Party!

September 3, 2011

What a nice day to open a Fair! We are four hours in and already we are having a great time. The 89th L.A. County Fair is underway with food, rides, sharks, shopping and great weather! Our special $1 before 1 p.m. promotion was well-received, and that continues tomorrow and Labor Day. A line has…

It's Go Time!

September 2, 2011

In less than 24 hours, the 89th anniversary L.A. County Fair will lay out the welcome mat for more than one million of our closest friends. We are so excited! This weekend admission is just $1 Saturday, Sunday and Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 22 oz soft drinks are $1 from 1-4 p.m.…

Did You Know Angora Goats' Wool Makes Mohair Sweaters?

August 31, 2011

Neither did I! But after spending a morning with Sky Shivers, the handlebar-mustached Oklahoman cowboy/farmer who coordinates the Fair’s popular FairView Farms, I learned a lot of things. And so will you after visiting the Farm. Sky and his “posse” have really boosted the educational foundation of the Farm but you’re having so much fun,…