Make Your Pet Fair-Famous!
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Abandoned animals are sometimes found on fairgrounds. Many times the animals are adopted by fair employees willing to give a home to the unfortunate animal. In turn these pets become the pride and joy of their newfound family.
Western Fairs Association is collecting these stories for a special feature. Have you or someone you know adopted an animal from a fairgrounds? Send us a photo and a short description and it may be published in the upcoming issue of the Fair Dealer.
Email Communications Manager Lori Hanley at lorih@fairsnet.org. |
Upcoming Deadlines
| 11/10: Achievement Award Entries
11/15: Fair Update Forms,
Chair and Division Nominations Forms
11/22: Hall of Fame Nominations
12/1: Advertising in the Convention Issue of the Fair Dealer and the Date List and Membership Directory
12/15: Fair Wraps
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WFA Welcomes New and Returning Members
| Amazing Hypnotist Russ Peak
Beav Creek Productions
Berk Enterprises
CNE Creations
Cook's Racing Pigs
Fun Foods Slush
Randy's Freckle Farm Pony Ride
Sysco San Diego
Get full listing and booking information by searching our online Business Directory. |
Your Ad Here
| Have something you want to advertise to more than 1,500 fair professionals? Contact Lori Hanley to place your ad in the next WFA Newsletter and other advertising opportunities.
Lori Hanley
Communications Manager
(916) 927.3100
lorih@fairsnet.org
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Celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Modern Fair
At this year's Fall Managers Conference in Sacramento, Western Fairs Association unveiled Exhibit in a Box. Made in America: The Story of the Modern Fair celebrates the 200th anniversary of the modern agricultural fair in 2011. The exhibit is a wonderful depiction of how the modern fair has evolved over the last 200 years into the fair we've all come to love today.
Each fair in attendance received a free Exhibit in a Box that included:
- Building plans (for every budget)
- Electronic files
- Paint samples
- Panel samples
- Sample press release and sponsorship letter
- Materials lists
- Budget planning
Made in America: The Story of the Modern Fair was funded in part by the California Department of Food and Agriculture's Division of Fairs and Exposition. Research, text and contemporary fair photographs of the exhibit were provided by Drake Hokanson and Carol Kratz, authors of the award-wining book Purebred & Homegrown: America's County Fairs. The Exhibit in a Box is for sale through Western Fairs Association ($300 for members and $500 for nonmembers).
To place your order or for more information about Made in America: The Story of the Modern Fair contact Carrie Wright at (916) 927-3100 or email carriew@fairsnet.org.
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WFA Board Selects 2011 Officers
The Western Fairs Association Board of Directors met by conference call on November 1 to review their Nominating Committee's recommendation for 2011 officers. The committee's recommendations were:
- President--Don Delahoyde, Five Star Catering Owner
- Vice President--Sandy Woods, Nevada County Fair CEO
- Treasurer--Kent Hojem, Western Washington Fair CEO
The slate received the unanimous support of the Board and the new officers will be formerly inducted on January 19 at the Industry Awards Dinner, held in conjunction with the Western Fairs Association Convention and Trade Show.
WFA programs and activities are overseen by a 20-member Board of Directors elected by various segments of the membership. Board officers serve single-year terms and are elected by the Board. WFA directors serve as volunteers and, in general, meet quarterly. The next regular meeting of the WFA Board will be held on November 28-29, in conjunction with the IAFE Convention in Las Vegas.
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Training Opportunities, Call for Applications
Executive Development Program
Western Fairs Association is now seeking applications for the Executive Development Program, a 10- to 12-month, full-time salaried postion that will help candidates prepare for a career in fair management. Gain hands-on experience working with management at fairs and related government agencies in California. Individuals with strong leadership, communication and fiscal management skills are encouraged to apply. To be considered for this unique opportunity, submit your application by December 15.
Convention Internship Program
The Blue Ribbon Foundation is pleased to underwrite a unique and exciting opportunity for enthusiastic college students to serve as interns at the Western Fairs Association's annual Convention and Trade Show, January 16-19 at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. Students will participate in a variety of Convention functions, including registration, meetings, receptions, charitable auctions and outreach activities. Network with fair professionals and learn more about the issues facing fairs from industry leaders. To be considered for this opportunity, submit your application by December 1.
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What is WFA Doing in November?
Convention--Carrie Wright, marketing director, is currently developing educational programming for the 88th annual Convention and Trade Show scheduled for January 16-19 in Reno. And, Liz Waxstein, meetings manager, is working out the details for all the meetings and events.
Trade Show--More than half the Trade Show booths have been sold and Carrie is working with exhibitors and chasing every lead.
Showcase--Showcase acts for the Convention and Trade Show have been selected and Liz is hard at work notifying those who applied.
Publications--Lori Hanley, communications manager, has started work on the annual Date List and Membership Directory and is getting ready to plunge into the Convention issue of the Fair Dealer, due out in January.
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