Nothing Compares to My State Fair

July 14, 2016
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As we wrap up the week and have calculated totals from the Corndog Kickoff, it is amazing to see the continuous support for the Blue Ribbon Foundation. This year we set a tremendous record of $684,600 and the Foundation wouldn’t have been able to do it without the 2,000 Fair-lovers that came out to join us. It was great to be a part of such an incredible event that was shared with so many people with a common interest, the love for the Iowa State Fair.

The countdown is on to the best time of the year as we are just 27 short days away from the opening day. The Iowa State Fair is one of the best in the country. It offers fun for everyone. Millions of eyes sat down to watch the TODAY show this morning and got a glimpse of one major reason why people love the Iowa State Fair, the food!  Gary Slater, Manager/CEO of the Iowa State Fair, had the privilege to appear live on the show to showcase some of the new and upcoming foods for the 2016 Fair. There may be other state fairs that are great, but to me there are none comparable to the Iowa State Fair.

As the staff at the Blue Ribbon Foundation works hard to prepare for the State Fair, I am getting anxious to see what this year has in store. This year is going to be a bit different for me as I will be seeing the Fair from a different perspective. I am so excited to be a part of the team that helps this place run. Come out and enjoy the fair August 11-21.

 

(My Family and I at the Corndog Kickoff)

-Francesca