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18 Days… 18 Days!

Posted on August 9, 2015 by karen

It’s almost New York State Fair time! Preparations I’m sure have begun to prepare the fairgrounds for thousands and thousands of visitors arriving Thursday, August 27th, 2015.  I just WISH I had access to the Fairgrounds during the few weeks … Continue reading →

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People watching

Posted on June 13, 2015 by karen

Every year about this time I think about applying for a job during the Fair, just to experience it from the other side of the counter/booth, etc.. Heck there’s over 200 jobs available!  But the requirement of having to work … Continue reading →

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The New York State Fair: How it all began

Posted on June 12, 2015 by karen

FOUNDING AND EARLY YEARS In February 1832 the New York State Agricultural Society was founded in Albany by a group of farmers, legislators, and others to promote agricultural improvement and local fairs. In spring 1841, with the promise of an … Continue reading →

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