This custom-designed exhibit will be an interactive adventure into one of America's greatest institutions...Rock and Roll. "Rock U, The Institute of Rock 'N' Roll" will debut at the California State Fair in July 2011 and then begin a two year North American tour. Yakima is its first stop after finishing the California State Fair.

The exhibit will feature interactive stations covering the different origins of this great music genre. Attendees will be greeted by our record mobile and album towers on their way to the "media tower." This infused art sculputre of memorabilia, TV monitors, speakers and rock instruments starts their journey. The design focuses on three distinct ways we've experienced Rock 'n' Roll through the years. First, Changing Tunes will display photo opportunity highlights of the early days of the musical genres, allowing attendees to take unique photos in a musical backdrop. Second, The Concert Experience, an interactive multimedia display celebrating the live performance aspects of Rock 'n' Roll, incorporates an extensive collection of Rock posters, unique vintage wardrobe and a listening station focusing on live performances of the world's favorite bands. This area will also examine how we've listened to the music over the years from the large living room console radio from the 1950's players all the way to current music player technologies such as the iPod and mp3 players. The third area, The Playing Experience, allows the audience to wander through and experience different interactive stations that will allow them to play and explore the basic instruments in any rock band.

Stage Nine is the creative force behind "It's a Candy Nation" and "Get Animated." Both exhibits were featured at our Fair in 2009 and 2010.

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ROUND PEN CLINICS

Dan James will be appearing in the Round Pen on Saturday, Sept. 24 - Tuesday, Sept. 27.

Dan's lifelong passion for horses began when he was 6 weeks old when he first sat upon a horse. His hunger to understand and learn more about the ways and thinking patterns of the horse have led him to international status. The entertainment shows and clinics that Dan now conducts all started as a bit of fun entertaining guests on the station. He's recently been invited to participate in the Road to the Horse International Challenge. This is a huge honor for him. The Road to the Horse competition is a three-day event where three clinicians/teams of two will take a colt that has not been handled and in three days tame it, saddle and ride an obstacle course. This sell-out event is held in Tennessee. This year's USA team will be Craig Cameron and Pat Parelli. Click on Dan's picture above to visit his website.

This is a great opportunity to get your colt started!

 

Julie Goodnight will be teaching "Classic Skills for a Natural Ride" in the Round Pen on September 29 through October 1. Julie is featured each week on RFD-TV and will work with you in all areas of horsemanship. Round Pen is located just west of Barn A. Both Horse and Non-Horse people will enjoy watching her skills as she works with horses. Julie will work with you in all areas of horsemanship. Click on photo above to visit Julie's website.

We are honored to have both Dan James and Julie Goodnight participate in the Round Pen for our 2011 Fair. To schedule clinic time with Dan or Julie, please contact Karen Stewart at 509.949.7902. She can provide you with pricing, load-in information, etc.

 

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A Walk on the Wild Side is the most diverse exotic animal refuge of its kind in the state of Oregon. This is an animal rescue and preservation establishment, not a sanctuary. They house unwanted exotic species and pride themselves in educating the public about responsible animal ownership. A variety of animals will be visiting our Fair. This attraction will be at the Pepsi Stage and open all hours of the Fair for your enjoyment.

 

Barnville! - Oak Park

Oak Park will be home to a hands-on, interactive educational display for kids and adults. This attraction will include a hands-on milking demonstration, chicken hatching, egg-producing hens, farmyard geese and ducks, calves, petting farm animals, sow and pig display, sheep and lamb display, beef display.

This display has been a success story for many fairs around the country and it provides many children with a quality agricultural experience.

Barnville Exhibit produced by: Fair Animal Specialties

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BUTTERFLY ADVENTURES

Washington State Building will be home to a wonderful, new exhibit called Butterfly Adventures. Both Monarch and Painted Lady butterflies will be confined within a butterfly tent. Fair visitors may observe from outside the tented area or they may walk into the tent for a true hands-on experience. Butterflies gently and gracefully land on the many visitors to the tent. The exhibit includes a display of butterfly eggs and caterpillars with a large sign that explains the life cycle. A unique and calming experience!

 

KIDS PEDAL TRACTOR PULLS

Kids love these and adults will too! Watch the little ones test their strength in this fun, interactive activity. Located just south of Oak Park, near the Expo Building. Multiple shows each day!

Kids Pedal Tractor Pull Official Sponsor:

 

 

SINGER JOHN DUNNIGAN!

Back by popular demand! John has appeared at our fair multiple times. Fun songs & sorta folksy music. Popular with fairgoers of all ages! John will be appearing in various places on the grounds, including the Gazebo and the Pacific Power Community Stage. Check back mid September under Daily Activities for play schedule.

 

SINGER / PIANO MAN BRADY GOSS



First-time Central Washington State Fair performer Brady will be appearing on both weekends. This young man can PLAY and SING. Described from an early age as a piano phenomenon, today he is recognized as an electrifying entertainer. Keyboard speed. Soulful vocals. Passion. Crowd pleasing personality. You will be wowed! Check back mid September under Daily Activities for play schedule.