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2012 Iowa State Fair to End on an Entertaining Note
The 2012 Iowa State Fair is set to end on a high note on Extreme Sunday, August 19, with a boot tappin' Grandstand show and a full day of free entertainment. Plus, Fairgoers can take advantage of half-price gate admission, a chance to win prizes in the Iowa Lottery's "Mystery Millionaire" event, and free parking for carloads of five or more in the North Lot (until 9 p.
Maple Four Assists in Child Programming at the SuAnne Big Crow Boys and Girls Cl
By: Harry Parsons
Since July 17, Maple Four has been assisting with programming at The SuAnne Big Crow Boys and Girls Club in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. The SuAnne Big Crow Boys and Girls Club is named after the late SuAnne Big Crow, which serves the needs of kids residing within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
Maple Four is assisting with programming in departments which include, Character and Leadership Development, Education and Career Development, The Arts, Health and Life Skills and Sports Fitness and Recreation.
Double Bacon Corn Dog, Specialty Funnel Cakes and more debut at the State Fair
"Nothing Compares" to the new Fairlicious foods set to make their debut at the 2012 Iowa State Fair, August 9-19. The menu items join the list of nearly 200 food choices offered throughout the Fairgrounds.
Fairgoers are just days away from tasting these new temptations. The Double Bacon Corn Dog on a stick, a hot dog wrapped in bacon, deep fried, dipped in bacon bit enriched batter and deep fried again to golden perfection, adds a new twist to the traditional favorite.
Cultural Center Features Project AWARE Sculptures and Iowa's Largest Art Show
The Patty and Jim Cownie Cultural Center will be bursting with fine art at the 2012 Iowa State Fair. Home to Iowa's largest art show, the Cultural Center features sculptures, art activities, demonstrations and much more. "Nothing Compares" to the 2012 Iowa State Fair set August 9-19.
The Cultural Center atrium showcases The Art of Becoming AWARE sculptures from 9 a.
A Life-Size Chocolate Moose to Live in Elwell Family Food Center
The world-famous Iowa State Fair Butter Cow has a new friend, a life-size Chocolate Moose crafted by the master chocolatiers at Chocolaterie Stam U.S.A. Chocolaterie Stam has crafted 'The World's Largest Chocolate Moose in Captivity ©.' The chocolate moose will be on display in the Elwell Family Food Center throughout the Fair, August 9-19 from 9 a.
Maple 1 gets wild at Wisconsin Badger Camp
Maple One arrived in Prairie du Chien, Wis. on July 16 to begin their term as camp counselors at the Wisconsin Badger Camp (WBC). WBC has been in existence for nearly 50 years, and serves campers with physical and mental disabilities. Each team member works in a group with one other WBC counselor and three to four campers. Iowa State Fair's Free Stages Set to Thrill Audiences
The 2012 Iowa State Fair free entertainment line-up is filled with rising stars and perennial favorites. The Fair's five free stages, all free with gate admission, will feature acts from a wide array of music genres. "Nothing Compares" to the Iowa State Fair, set August 9-19.
Country music fans will find many great shows to tap their toes to, including Brett Elredge ("Raymond"), Steve Holy ("Brand New Girlfriend"), Hunter Hayes ("Storm Warning") and Will Hoge ("Even If It Breaks Your Heart").
Underage drinking has more consequences than just DUI
Drunk driving and underage drinking tragedies have led many parents to question how to handle their kid’s drinking and ensure that they stay safe. As a result, some parents have chosen to allow their kid to drink at home, “Where they will be safe.” Other adults may be doing the same to appear “cool” to kids and believe that teens drinking alcohol “is no big deal.
Dirt Action Rumbles into the Iowa State Fair
"Nothing Compares" to the speed, action and adrenaline of track events at the Iowa State Fair. The Fair will host the thunder and roar of races, tractor and truck pulls and a demolition derby on the half-mile dirt track during the Fair's August 9-19 run.
Kicking off track events at the Fair, the Deery Brothers Summer Series for Late Models speeds into the Grandstand on Monday, August 13.
College Savings Iowa Announces New Lower Fees for Participants
State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald announced today that the College Savings Iowa 529 Plan has reduced its fees by over 20%. "This marks the fourth time in five years that College Savings Iowa has been able to reduce its fees," said Treasurer Fitzgerald. "This means more money stays in the account where it belongs, making it a great value for Iowans saving for future college expenses.