Western Fairs Association Newsletter

July 2014

WFA Open House at the California State Fair
You're invited to participate during a day of WFA meetings.

Join us for a WFA Open House at the California State Fair on Thursday, July 17, from 5-7 p.m. in 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. Your WFA credential will be accepted for parking and gate entry on July 17 when entering through Gate C, located just east of the main gate on Exposition Blvd.

Also of Interest

The WFA Meeting & Mixer will be held Thursday, July 17, at 9 a.m. in the Cal Expo Board Room. This meeting combines with the Mother Lode and Cascade Fair Area Meeting with the purpose of cross-collaboration between fairs and service members.

Refer a Friend and Win
Sign-up a new member now through September 1 and receive $50.

Western Fairs Association is kicking-off our annual membership drive with a bang! For every new member you sign-up between now and September 1, you will automatically receive a $50 check from WFA. Refer enough members and your 2014 membership could be FREE! Make sure your name appears on the Referred By line of the print or online membership application.

Now is an excellent time to join WFA. Since we are midway through the year, new members will receive 18 months of membership for the price of 12.

This limited time referral program is available to all WFA members in good standing. Checks for referrals from fairs will be made out to the fair. Checks for referrals from businesses will be made out to the person who referred.

WFA Advertising

Get your business in front of those who matter, a highly targeted audience who needs your product or service.

Fair Dealer: Advertise for as little as $100! Must reserve your space for the fall Pre-Convention issue by September 1.

Membership Directory: Only a few spots remain in the 2014 Directory! First come, first served.

For more information about advertising opportunities, contact Lori Hanley at (916) 927-3100 or lorih@fairsnet.org.

Member Renewals

Service member renewal notices will be mailed on August 1. We encourage you to review the update form for accuracy and send it in with your member dues by Oct. 1.

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 1. Or renew online and avoid the hassles of paperwork and mailing!

If you have questions about membership, call the WFA office at (916) 927-3100.

Upcoming Events

July 17

WFA Meeting & Mixer

California State Fair

Board Room, 9 a.m.

With Mother Lode and Cascade Area Meetings

July 17
WFA Open House
California State Fair
Clubhouse, 5-7 p.m.

July 18
WFA Meeting & Mixer
Napa Town & Country Fair
Board Room, 10 a.m.

With North Coast Fair Area Meeting

July 24

WFA Meeting & Mixer

OC Fair, 9 a.m., Baja Blues

For a complete list of events, visit our Event Calendar.