Western Fairs Association NewsletterJuly 2011
In This Issue
New Members
Important Dates
Service Member Mixers
California's Golden Fairs
WFA Open House at Cal Expo
I Love My Fair Website
Service Member Renewal
WFA Welcomes New and Returning Members
Castillo's Wireless
Drum the Bucket
Fay's Company
Matt Baker Comedy + Stunt Show
Redman Janny

Get booking information by searching our online Business Directory.
Important Dates
July 21 California State Fair Open House

July 20-22 Feature Fair Tour

September 1 Fall Fair Dealer Advertising Deadline

September 15 Fall Fair Dealer Fair Wraps Deadline

October 1 Date List and Membership Directory Advertising Deadline

October 31
Service Member Dues Deadline

January 8-11 Convention & Trade Show

For a complete list of upcoming industry events, including fair dates, visit the WFA Event Calendar.
Service Member Mixers
July 19, 9:30 a.m.
California State Fair
Cal Expo Board Room

July 21, 3 p.m.
Stanislaus County Fair
Board Room

July 28, 9 a.m.
OC Fair
Baja Blues

August 11, 10 a.m.

Ventura County Fair
Derby Club

Sept. 29, 1:30 p.m.
Kern County Fair
Park Place Gazebo

For Service Member Mixer information anytime, visit the WFA Event Calendar.
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www.wfacommunity.com
www.wfaconvention.com

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California's Golden Fairs Exhibit Opens at the State Fair

The much anticipated California's Golden Fairs exhibit opens at the California State Fair on Thursday. Celebrating the 200th anniversary of fairs, the rich history of fairs and the uniqueness of California fairs, the exhibit will run the length of the fair--18 days. Stop by building four in the Expo Center and relish in the first-ever attempt to tell the story of the modern agricultural fair in one convenient location.

With interactive elements, historical artifacts and every California fair highlighted, it's fun for the whole family. Be sure to stop by the WFA souvenir stand for I Love CA Fairs merchandise and leave your favorite fair memory at the computer kiosk.

WFA Open House and Meetings

Join us for a WFA Open House at the California State Fair Thursday, July 21 from 5-7 p.m. at the Satellite Wagering Clubhouse. Mingle with fair executives from fairs throughout the West, WFA staff members and other industry professionals. Catch up with old friends and meet new members in a relaxed environment with food provided by Ovations. Bring a nonmember (or two) and show them what WFA is all about.

 

Your WFA credential will be accepted for parking and gate entry on July 21 when entering through Gate C, located just east of the main gate on Exposition Blvd.

 

Other Meetings of Interest 

Service Member Mixer

Tuesday, July 19, 9:30 a.m.

Cal Expo Board Meeting

 

Professional Development Meeting

Tuesday, July 19, 1 p.m.

CFSA Conference Room

 

WFA Board Meeting

Wednesday, July 20, 10 a.m.

CFSA Conference Room 

 

Feature Fair Tour

Wednesday, July 20, 2 p.m.

California State Fair Log Cabin

 

I Love My Fair Website Launched

For more than 200 years American agricultural fairs have educated, entertained and brightened communities throughout the nation. Fair patrons flock to fairgrounds for exciting rides, flavorful fair food and amazing exhibits. Celebrate this unique tradition by sharing your favorite fair memory on the new I Love My Fair website.

Help spread the word. Tell your friends about this exciting website and encourage people to share their favorite fair memories on your social media sites. We also encourage fair managers to collect memories at their fairs. Simply set up a computer kiosk and invite patrons to take a moment to reflect and share. It would make a perfect interactive companion to the WFA Exhibit in a Box!

   

Service Member Renewal

If you have been anywhere near your home this season, you've already received your membership renewal letter and invoice. If you have not been home (a good sign!), it will be waiting in a gigantic pile of mail when you get home. Take the time to review the update form for accuracy and send it in with your member dues.   


To ensure your inclusion in the vitally important WFA

Date List and Membership Directory, you must return your update form and member dues by October 31. Or renew online and avoid the hassles of paperwork and mailing!

   

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