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Nevada County Fairgrounds & BloodSource Team up for Community Blood Drive

The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.
The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.

 

By Wendy Oaks

Donate blood on July 30 and receive a free admission ticket to the Fair

The Nevada County Fairgrounds and BloodSource are teaming up for a community blood drive. Make a blood donation on Monday, July 30, from 1 – 6 pm at one of the BloodSource bloodmobiles located in the main parking lot at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, and receive a free admission ticket to any day of the Fair.

As a result of this partnership, at last year’s community blood drive, 78 pints of life saving blood were collected.

Donating blood is safe, easy and takes about an hour. Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be generally healthy, and at least 17 years old. If you are 16 years old, you can donate blood, as long as you have a parent consent. For more information and eligibility about blood donation, visit BloodSource.org   or call 1-866-822-5663.

This year’s Fair is August 8 – 12. Visit NevadaCountyFair.com   for more information or call the Fair Office at (530) 273-6217. The Nevada County Fairgrounds are located on McCourtney Road in Grass Valley.

 

Wendy Oaks
Publicist, Nevada County Fairgrounds
(530) 273-6217

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Nevada County Fair                          August 8 – 12, 2012

Draft Horse Classic                            September 20 – 23, 2012

Halloween at the Fairgrounds      October 27, 2012

Country Christmas Faire                  November 23 – 25, 2012

 

 

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Still Time to Enter Your Exhibits in the Nevada County Fair

The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.
The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.

July 13, 2012 

Want to enter something in the Nevada County Fair? There’s still time! The deadline for submitting paper entry forms or to enter on-line using the Fair’s on-line entry system is July 20 at 4 pm.  There are no entry fees for most categories, so simply visit the Fair Office on McCourtney Road or log-on to the Fair’s website atthe Nevada county  Fair website to complete the entry process.

Join the thousands of Nevada County residents who enter exhibits each year in the more than 300 available categories. If you can make it, bake it, grow it or show it, we have a category for you! Don’t delay – enter now!

Complete descriptions of all categories are available in the Fair’s Competition Handbook, which is available on the Fair’s website at the Nevada County Fair website, at the Fair office, area libraries, and local chamber of commerce offices.

The 2012 Fair is August 8 – 12. For more information, call (530) 273-6217 or visit  the Nevada County Fair website

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Nevada County Fair Competition Handbook Now Available

Photo courtesy of Nevada County Fairgrounds
Photo courtesy of Nevada County Fairgrounds

By Wendy Oaks

Book includes all the information you need to enter exhibits in this year’s Fair

The Nevada County Fair’s Competition Handbook, which includes all the information you need to enter exhibits in this year’s Fair, is now available. If you can make it, bake it, grow it or show it, there is a category for you!

Why not showcase a talent, a project, a cooking skill, or a special creation.  Try one of the traditional categories like baking cookies or entering a prized photo; or one of the specialty contests designed specifically for this year’s Fair theme of “Barnyard Safari.”  Or, enter one of the specialty food contests – held each day of the Fair –for adults and children.  The Competition Handbook is filled with hundreds of categories for children and adults.

Copies of the free handbook are available at the Chamber of Commerce offices, county libraries, at the Fairgrounds’ Office, or on-line at www.NevadaCountyFair.com.  Area schools have also received a flyer with information about contests available to Nevada County youth.

It’s easy to enter! Look through the book, pick your favorite categories, and follow the simple steps for entering. You can even enter on-line at www.NevadaCountyFair.com.   This year, there won’t be any entry fees for most categories (yes, it’s free!), you can enter on-line or at the Fair office, there will be an extended entry deadline, and there will be some great prizes!  The deadline for submitting paper entry forms and on-line entries is July 20 at 4 pm.

This year’s Competition Handbook also contains information about discounted Fair tickets available now through August 7, discount days at the Fair, and nightly arena events.

The 2012 Nevada County Fair is August 8 – 12. For more information, visit www.NevadaCountyFair.com or call (530) 273-6217. You can follow the Fairgrounds on Facebook at “Nevada County Fairgrounds.”

Wendy Oaks
Publicist, Nevada County Fairgrounds
(530) 273-6217

wsoaks@gmail.com
Website: www.NevadaCountyFair.com
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Nevada County Fair                          August 8 – 12, 2012

Draft Horse Classic                            September 20 – 23, 2012

Halloween at the Fairgrounds      October 27, 2012

Country Christmas Faire                  November 23 – 25, 2012

 

 

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Nevada County Fairgrounds Closed to Walkers & Bicyclists for One Week

Grounds to re-open on Tuesday, June 19

In preparation for the annual Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival, June 14 – 17, the Nevada County Fairgrounds will be closed to walkers and bicyclists during the entire week of June 11. The Fairgrounds will re-open its gates to walkers and bicyclists as usual on Tuesday, June 19. This closure does not affect the Main Office, which is open during its normal business hours of Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

At various times throughout the year the grounds are rented by organizations for large, community events like the Bluegrass Festival, the KVMR Celtic Festival, and The California WorldFest. During these times, it becomes necessary to close the grounds to pedestrians in preparation for these various events.

For more information about the Nevada County Fairgrounds, visit their website at www.NevadaCountyFair.com or call (530) 273-6217.

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Nevada County Fair Seeking Volunteers

Seeking Volunteers for the 2012 Nevada County Fair

Volunteer Fair to be held on Tuesday, May 15, at the Fairgrounds

The Nevada County Fairgrounds is currently looking for individuals interested in volunteering at the 2012 Nevada County Fair, and will host a Volunteer Fair on Tuesday, May 15, from 2 – 6 pm at Ponderosa Hall at the Fairgrounds.

The Fairgrounds is seeking volunteers to help in the exhibit departments, to serve as greeters, to assist in parking, and to work with the Red Shirts overseeing customer service and public safety at the Fair. Volunteers will be asked to work four-hour shifts, and will receive free parking and free admission to the Fair on the day of volunteering, as well as a Fair t-shirt.

If you are interested in volunteering at this year’s Fair, fill out a volunteer application and bring it to the Volunteer Fair on May 15. Applications are available on the Fair’s website at www.NevadaCountyFair.com, at the Fair Office, and on the day of the Volunteer Fair.

Nevada County Fair’s volunteers play an important role in helping to make the annual Fair a success. It’s also an opportunity to donate time to the community, learn something new, and have some fun!

This year’s Nevada County Fair is August 8 – 12. For information, call (530) 273-6217, visit www.NevadaCountyFair.com, or e-mail the Fair at info@nevadacountyfair.com.

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Nevada County Fair Accepting Applications for Local Enterainers

By Wendy Oaks

Applications available for those interested in performing or demonstrating at this year’s Fair

The Nevada County Fair is now accepting applications for local entertainers and community acts to perform at the 2012 Nevada County Fair, August 8 – 12.  Do you have a dance group you’d like to see perform at the Fair? Does your group have a skill they’d like to demonstrate to Fair-goers? Want to do a martial arts demonstration or a cheer leading demonstration or show off your baton twirling skills? If so, the Fairgrounds wants your application. This is a great way to share your talents with the community!

Applications are now available on the website at www.NevadaCountyFair.com.  To be considered, the application must be returned to the Fairgrounds by June 1. There is no paid compensation for community showcases and demonstrations.

The application is for those interested in performing on the Dance Pad (available afternoon and evening hours); The Green (available during afternoon hours); or the Tumbleweed Stage (available evening hours only).

This year’s Fair is August 8 – 12, and the theme is “Barnyard Safari.” For more information, visit www.NevadaCountyFair.com or call (530) 273-6217.

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Nevada County Fair                          August 8 – 12, 2012
Draft Horse Classic                           September 20 – 23, 2012
Halloween at the Fairgrounds       October 27, 2012
Country Christmas Faire                  November 23 – 25, 2012
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Nevada County Fairgrounds Seeking Nominations for Fair Family Of The Year

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The Granholm Family – (from left to right) Kaycee, Danny, Katie and Ben – recognized at the Nevada County Fair as the Family of the Year, 2011. Credit: Photo provided by Shaffers Originals
The Granholm Family – (from left to right) Kaycee, Danny, Katie and Ben – recognized at the Nevada County Fair as the Family of the Year, 2011. Credit: Photo provided by Shaffers Originals

Community Encouraged to Nominate Nevada County Families

The Nevada County Fairgrounds is seeking nominations for the 2012 Fair Family of the Year. Each year a family is recognized at the Nevada County Fair, and this year the Fairgrounds is asking the community for its help in nominating a family for this special award.

To be considered, the Fair team is looking for a family who is very involved with the Fair, either through exhibiting or volunteering, and passionate about the Fair. Families chosen in previous years were recognized for their commitment to, and involvement with, the Nevada County Fair and the community.

If you’d like to nominate a family, please submit a one page summary of why you think the family of your choice deserves recognition as the 2012 Fair Family of the Year. The family chosen will be honored at opening ceremonies of the Nevada County Fair, and will also receive daily admission to the Fair, a season parking pass, ride coupons, and a family portrait from Schaffers Originals of Grass Valley.

Submit your nomination no later than April 16, 2012 to reply@NevadaCountyFair.com or mail it to the Nevada County Fairgrounds at P.O. Box 2687, Grass Valley, CA  95945.

This year’s Nevada County Fair is August 8 – 12, and the theme is “Barnyard Safari!” Visit www.NevadaCountyFair.com for information or call (530) 273-6217.

 

Wendy Oaks
Publicist, Nevada County Fairgrounds
(530) 273-6217
wsoaks@gmail.com

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Nevada County Fair                          August 8 – 12, 2012

Draft Horse Classic                            September 20 – 23, 2012

Halloween at the Fairgrounds      October 27, 2012

Country Christmas Faire                  November 23 – 25, 2012

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Nevada County Fairgrounds Foundation To Host Crab Cioppino Feed

The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.
The magnificent six-up competition is always a crowd favorite at the Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.


Join the Nevada County Fairgrounds Foundation at its second annual Crab Cioppino Feed on Saturday, March 31 at 6 pm at Ponderosa Hall at the Nevada County Fairgrounds.

For the event, Chef Arnie Romanello will create and serve his special 100-year-old recipe for all to enjoy. Dinner includes antipasto, all-you-can-eat Cioppino, salad and garlic bread. A no-host bar will also be available, and there will be a silent dessert auction and a live auction.

Tickets are $40 per person.  Receive a $5 discount per ticket (up to four tickets) if you renew your Foundation membership or become a 2012 Foundation member at time of purchase.

Tickets are available by visiting the Nevada County Fairgrounds, calling the Fair Office at (530) 273-6217, or downloading an order form at www.NevadaCountyFair.com/Foundation.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Nevada County Fairgrounds Foundation and its mission of supporting and improving the community’s Fairgrounds.

For more information, visit www.NevadaCountyFair.com or call the (530) 273-6217.

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Wendy Oaks
Publicist, Nevada County Fairgrounds
(530) 273-6217
wsoaks@gmail.com

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Nevada County Fairground’s CEO To Serve As President Of Western Fairs Association’s Board Of Directors

Sandy Woods, CEO of the Nevada County Fairgrounds
Sandy Woods, CEO of the Nevada County Fairgrounds

By Wendy Oaks

Sandy Woods, Chief Executive Officer of the Nevada County Fairgrounds, has been elected as President of the Western Fairs Association’s (WFA) Board of Directors. Woods was recently inaugurated at the association’s annual conference in Anaheim.

Woods will serve a one year term as President. During the past two years, she has also served as Vice President and Treasurer. All WFA directors are elected by their peers.

As President of the Board, Woods will represent the more than 800 WFA members and will work on their behalf for legislative advocacy, as well as govern the activities and policies of the association.

“The President of Western Fairs serves as the Chair of the 19 member elected Board of Directors and is ultimately accountable for all of the associations programs, including the legislative advocacy efforts,” noted WFA Executive Director Stephen Chambers. “It’s a challenging job in these tumultuous times. The fairs of the West are strong, however, funding and oversight issues continue to impact their success and our members stand ready to support Ms. Woods leadership.”

The Western Fairs Association is a non-profit trade association serving the Fair industry throughout the Western United States and Canada. WFA serves fair-related businesses, fair management, fair board directors, festivals, and industry associations.

The 2012 Nevada County Fair, “Barnyard Safari,” is August 8 – 12.
Wendy Oaks
Publicist, Nevada County Fairgrounds
(530) 273-6217
wsoaks@gmail.com

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Nevada County Fair                          August 8 – 12, 2012
Draft Horse Classic                            September 20 – 23, 2012
Halloween at the Fairgrounds      October 27, 2012
Country Christmas Faire                  November 23 – 25, 2012

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Nevada County Artwork Design Contest 2012

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WIN IN $250 IN ARTWORK DESIGN CONTEST
Submit the winning artwork for the 2012 Nevada County Fair and you could win

The Nevada County Fairgrounds is sponsoring a contest to find the best artwork to illustrate the 2012 Nevada County Fair theme – “Barnyard Safari.” If you’re a talented artist, and you’d like $250, this is the contest to enter!

The contest, which is open to Nevada County residents only, takes place now through Friday, February 10.  If you submit the winning artwork, you will win $250 and a 2012 Nevada County Fair package that includes admission tickets, parking and carnival coupons. Additionally, the winning artwork will be used on various Fair promotional pieces, print ads, buttons, t-shirts, banners, posters, and flyers.

Interested artists may use any medium and can submit up to three entries, which must be on 8-1/2 by 11-inch paper. Entries can be delivered to the Fairgrounds Office at 11228 McCourtney Road or mailed to the Fair Office at PO Box 2687, Grass Valley, CA  95945. A complete set of rules can be found on the Fair’s website at the Nevada County Fair Website, or by calling the Fair Office at (530) 273-6217.

The 2012 Nevada County Fair is August 8 – 12.

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