Thank you, The Draft Horse Journal, for the feature in this month’s issue of the 2019 Draft Horse Classic. And, thank you to Sandy Powell Western Photography for sharing the photos.
Country Christmas Faire Vendor Applications Now Available
Are you interested in being a vendor at the 2020 Country Christmas Faire? Last year’s event had almost 10,000 visitors! If you’re interested in being part of this unique event, the application is available here.
Photo by Lenkaland Photography.
Introducing the 2020 Draft Horse Classic Poster
Introducing the 2020 Draft Horse Classic poster! This year’s artwork was created by talented artist Katherine Plumer and is titled “Rosebud.” Katherine is a long-time exhibitor at Art at the Classic and Rosebud is well-known at the Classic. A perfect match and the artwork is stunning! Thank you, Katherine, for the beautiful artwork! And a big thank you to Kial James for the poster design.
Inspiring Collaboration: Search for the Sheriff Star
We’ve been busy this week at the Western Fairs Association‘s convention learning about the industry’s best practices, and today we did a presentation on an inspiring collaboration between the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and the Fair. The program, called the Search for the Sheriff Star, won a first place award in WFA’s Achievement Awards program (congratulations, Sheriff’s Office)! We’re so thankful for our community partnerships, and always proud to represent our community!
Events, Nevada County Fair, and Site Updates.
Cioppino and Pasta Feed Tickets Available Now
Tickets are on sale now for the annual all-you-can-eat Cioppino and Pasta Feed, March 7, at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Get your tickets at the Fairgrounds office or by visiting here. This has been a sold-out event for nine years in a row, so get your tickets early. Yum!
Grass Valley Wedding Fair: January 19
Planning a wedding or know someone who is getting married? Plan on attending Grass Valley’s Premier Wedding Fair on Sunday, January 19, noon – 4 pm, at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Admission is free! Wedding and event vendors in Nevada County will be showcased, and vendors will be offering discounts. There will be light bites and sparkling beverages, musical entertainment, and lots of giveaways! Information can be found here. See you on Sunday!
FREE Jam and Jelly Workshop!
A FREE Jam & Jelly Workshop for Youth in Nevada County is being offered by UCCE Master Food Preservers. Kids 5 to 18 years of age are invited to sign up to make their own low sugar jelly and enter it into the Nevada County Fair. All ingredients and supplies are provided. Kids will take home several jars of jelly that they make, and the Nevada County Fair entry forms will be completed at the workshop. Sign up for one 45-minute session and then enter the jelly in Fair! For registration and information, visit here. Fun!
Events and Nevada County Fair.
2020 Stage Entertainment Application Now Available
Interested in performing on stage at the 2020 Nevada County Fair? The stage entertainment application is now available here. Each year we look forward to seeing the various entertainers on the Pine Tree Stage and Budweiser Stage, so if you’re interested, be sure to get the form completed by April 10.
Toy Run: December 14
The Nevada County Food And Toy Run happens Saturday, December 14. Motorcyclists meet at the Rood Center and then leave at noon to begin their run to the Nevada County Fairgrounds. There is no fee or registration, just show up with an unwrapped toy. Details are provided here. Have fun!
Miners, Marigolds & Memories!
“Miners, Marigolds & Memories!” is the slogan for the 2020 Nevada County Fair. So much fun! Congratulations to Kristin Slade of Grass Valley for submitting the winning entry. We received almost 200 entries in the slogan contest, so a big thank you to all who entered.
