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09.11.2003
COMMUNITY HEROES HONORED AT L.A. FAIR
Community members from throughout 18 local cities will be honored at the L.A. County Fair during Community Days. Each year the Fair and local newspapers recognize “heroes” nominated from each respective city.
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09.11.2003
B1 BOMBER TO FLY OVER L.A. COUNTY FAIR
A B1 Bomber from Edwards Air Force Base will fly over the L.A. County Fair in celebration of the Fair’s High Flying Fun! exhibit, which celebrates the 100th anniversary of powered flight
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09.11.2003
L.A. COUNTY FAIR HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPTEMBER 12, OPENING DAY
OPENING DAY…The L.A. County Fair kicks off its 81st anniversary with opening day ceremonies at 10 a.m. Friday at The Big Red Barn in FairView Farms for the first day of a 17-day run. The Fair continues through Sunday, Sept. 28. The Fair opens at 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and at 10 a.m. on weekends. Closing time is 10 a.m., except on Friday and Saturday, when it remains open until midnight.
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09.11.2003
WALKING TOURS OF L.A. COUNTY FAIR AVAILABLE SEPT. 13
Kitsch-culture archivist-humorist-author and “histo-tainer” Charles Phoenix will offer a “History and Kitsch Tour of the L.A. County Fair” Saturday, Sept. 13, during the opening weekend of the Fair.
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09.11.2003
TRAFFIC SAFETY DAY HELD AT L.A. COUNTY FAIR; STATE SECRETARY OF BUSINESS, TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING TO SPEAK
Traffic Safety Day at L.A. County Fair
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09.10.2003
TAKE THE A FOR ANIMAL TRAIN SEPT. 12 TO THE L.A. COUNTY FAIR
They are so exciting, walking just wouldn’t do! Join Freckles, a 9-month-old llama; Jewel, a 1-year-old Alpaca; Hank, an easy-going miniature zebu; mischievous Cookie, a pigmy goat; and sheep extraordinaires Molly and Becky as they ride the rails to the Fair. The Fair is here from Sept. 12-28.
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09.08.2003
SUPERVISOR MOLINA TO PRESENT ANNUAL QUILT AWARD AT L.A. COUNTY FAIR
Ann Leatz of Victorville will be presented the Gloria Molina Special Achievement Award in Quilting Sept. 12, opening day of the 2003 L.A. County Fair, for her dedication and commitment to the art of quilting. The Fair runs Sept. 12-28 at Fairplex
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08.29.2003
METROLINK TRAINS PROVIDE EASY ACCESS TO THE L.A. COUNTY FAIR
Metrolink is offering special and trouble-free transportation for commuters to the L.A. County Fair. The Fair is scheduled for Sept. 12-28 at Fairplex in Pomona.
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08.29.2003
JUNIOR LIVESTOCK AUCTION MOVES TO SATURDAY TO HELP DRAW MORE BUYERS
The selling of prize winning livestock raised by 4-H members, FFA members and college students is deep seated in tradition at the L. A. County Fair in Pomona, but it will be held on a Saturday for the first time during its tenure in an effort to attract more buyers. Over the past years it was held on a weekday following the culmination of the junior market livestock judging. It is slated for Saturday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. in the Barrett’s Sales Pavilion located at the Barrett’s Equine Sales Complex of the Fairgrounds.
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08.29.2003
FROM BEAN SPITTIN TO BUBBLEGUM BLOWING, THERES A CONTEST FOR EVERYONE AT THE 2003 L.A. COUNTY FAIR
Break out the Hula Hoop, unwrap a wad of pink bubblegum. Pretend its 1958 and participate in some hometown fun that is Kinder. Simpler. Funner. Whatever your pleasure, there is bound to be a contest for you at the 81st anniversary of the L.A. County Fair.
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08.28.2003
LEGEND OF THE MOON CELEBRATION AT THE L.A. COUNTY FAIR
Your pulse pounds as the sound fills the air, steadily growing in intensity as you clench your fists in anticipation. The crowd watches in rapt fascination, ever growing in number, eager to see what’s coming their way. You hear a gasp, and a squeal of excitement as the thunderous sound grows louder. It’s getting nearer. Your eyes widen in excitement as you catch your first glimpse of beating drumsticks and colorful uniforms. At last it’s before you, as the streets of the L.A. County Fair come to vibrant life with the sound of drums and the dancing of Asian dragons. The Asian & Pacific Islander Festival has returned for the sixth year in a row but this year it will have a new look!
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08.26.2003
FAIRPLEX PARK HAS A RICH HISTORY
In 1933, pari-mutuel wagering was legalized in California. On Sept. 15 of that year the Pomona track was the first to present pari-mutuel wagering on thoroughbred horse racing in Southern California.
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08.25.2003
STUTE FIRST INDUCTEE INTO FAIRPLEX PARK HALL OF FAME
During a career that has spanned more than 50 years at the racetrack, Mel Stute has grown to become one of the most popular, adored and dedicated trainers in southern California. At Fairplex Park in Pomona, however, he is simply a legend. On Sunday, Sept. 28, the final day of Fairplex’s annual summer race meeting, the 76-year-old Stute will be inducted as the first member of the Fairplex Park Racing Hall of Fame.
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08.25.2003
SEABISCUIT GALLOPS INTO THE 2003 L.A. COUNTY FAIR IN FAIRPLEX
Stop horsin’ around and make plans to come on down to the L.A. County Fair. The Fair runs Sept. 12-28 at Fairplex.
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08.11.2003
LOS COLORES CAT CLUB SHOW PRANCES INTO FAIRPLEX AUG. 16-17
Cats with folded ears, cats with big ears, cats with short tails, cats with curly hair and even cats with no hair will take over Fairplex during the Los Colores Cat Club Show Saturday, Aug. 16, and Sunday, Aug. 17.
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