What's Happening at the Fair?

Christmas is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate the holidays than to join us as we host our second Annual Christmas Bazaar. Happening next December 12 from 10 a.m. to 4p.m., bring the whole family down and enjoy an afternoon of fun. We’ll have Bingo, carnival games and plenty of tasty treats with local vendors offering fantastic Christmas gifts.

This year we’ve decided to host the event within the Youth Building as it is fully heated, something I think our vendors will be thrilled to hear! If you’d like to have a table at the Bazaar or organize a fund raiser for your non-profit organization contact the fair office today.

December 12 also marks the annual Skamokawa Grange spaghetti feed run by the Skamokawa Fire District and Grange. This is a wonderful event enjoyed by everyone involved and a perfect way to end the day after an afternoon of Bingo at the fair. Mark your calendar now as this is a day you won’t want to miss.

This is it, time is running out, you have three days left to cash your fair check. All premium checks from this summer’s 101st fair must be cashed before December 7. If for some reason you have lost your check or are unable to cash it before Monday call the fair office ASAP. Thank you to everyone who has donated your check this year, your continued support is invaluable and a true reflection of our community spirit.

It may seem far away but it’s time to put on your thinking cap as the fair board and I need your help. 2010 is just around the corner and we need a new fair theme. First prize is $25 cash so start brainstorming. This year’s contest is sponsored by the Wahkiakum Fair Friends. Entries can be emailed, mailed, or left via phone. It’s our 102nd fair so get those creative juices flowing and send in your entry today. Entries will be accepted until January 13 with the winner decided at the January fair board meeting.

Would you like to become involved with the planning of our 102nd fair next summer? The fair board is looking for new volunteers and potential members to join one of the new fair committees. Whether it’s entertainment, the princess program or the fair book, this is your chance to help make a difference and let your voice be heard.

Do you want to go to college but need a little help getting there? Why not join the 2010 fair royalty program? The King and/or Queen receive a $500 scholarship. It’s a great way to meet new people and gain experience for your resume. Call or email the fair office for more information.

Please be aware that the Wahkiakum County Fair board will meet December 9 at 7 p.m. in the 3rd floor meeting room of the courthouse.The public is always welcome to attend.

The fair office will now be open by appointment only. If you need to gain access to the fairgrounds please contact the fair office 360-795-3480 or leave a message on my cell phone 360-355-7743.