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Public Education, Poverty Expert to Speak on Sept. 9 at SUNY Cortland

Jonathan Kozol, an activist and author, will speak about the imbalances in public education, on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at SUNY Cortland.

Sweet Rewards in Fruit Crop Contest at State Fair

Roger Swanson of Monona was the big winner in this year's Fruit Crops judging held August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. When the judging was completed, Swanson walked away with 46 first, second, third and fourth place ribbons, including 16 first...

Andre Dubus III Opens NYS Writers Institute Visiting Writers Series

"House of Sand and Fog" to be Screened on September 12, 2008

East Greenbush Price Chopper Assists Rensselaer Little League to Rebuild

The Price Chopper located at 501 Columbia Turnpike, in Rensselaer is hosting a fundraiser for the Rensselaer Little League. Due to heavy rains and flooding, the league's location was badly damaged. Lawn equipment was ruined and the kitchen, whic...

David Neal to Chair Performing Arts Department at SUNY Cortland

SUNY Cortland has appointed David Neal of Groton, N.Y., as chair of the Performing Arts Department in the School of Arts and Sciences.

Lowline Cattle Get Low Down On Champion Banners In State Fair Show

Double J Cattle Co. exhibited two of the top animals in the Lowline Cattle Show Thursday, August 14, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. The North Platte, Neb. operation won the Grand Champion Percentage Female and Grand Champion Percentage Bull. They a...

CHAMPIONS NAMED IN 2008 FEEDER CALF SHOW AT 2008 IOWA STATE FAIR

Wayne & Barb Ohlric of Norfolk, Neb. exhibited the Supreme Champion Breeding Heifer in the Feeder Calf Show August 9 at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. The February heifer had earlier been named Champion Maine-Tainer Heifer.

Minnesota Hampshire Breeder Wins Hampshire Sheep Show

Charles Bobendrier and Bobendrier Farms of Pipestone, Minn. dominated the Hampshire Sheep Show, judged Thursday, August 14, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Producers Share in Spotted Swine Awards at State Fair

Pork producers from across the state shared in the top prizes in the Spotted Swine Show judged Friday, August 15, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Fremont Hog Producer Sweeps State Fair Chester White Show

Neil Albertson's Chester White hogs won the top two prizes in the Chester White Swine Show judged Friday, August 15, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Goodell and Dunlap Shorthorn Breeders Top State Fair Show

Ashley Hunter of Goodell exhibited the Grand Champion Female in the Shorthorn Show Friday, August 15, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. The April heifer was also the Iowa Champion Female in the day's show.

Iowa Hampshire Hog Producers Win State Fair Titles

Thirty-one exhibitors from three states battled for top honors in the Hampshire Swine Show judged Thursday, August 14, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Poland China Swine Champions Named

IXL Breeding Herds of Toledo exhibited the Grand Champion Boar in the Poland China Swine Show, judged Friday, August 15, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

“Love Letters” Kicks off Theater Season at SUNY Plattsburgh

The theater department at SUNY Plattsburgh presents Dr. Tim Palkovic and guest actor Leslie Simons (Hearn) in a one-night-only performance of A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters" directed by Derrick A. Hopkins of Keeseville.

SUNY Plattsburgh Presents Calendar of Events Through Early October

The State University of New York College at Plattsburgh is pleased to announce a calendar of events through early October. This calendar contains a sampling of arts, workshops, talks and other events at the college.

Mendelssohn Club Opens Auditions on September 3

The Mendelssohn Club of Albany invites interested tenors and basses to audition for membership beginning on Wednesday, September 3 at 7:15 p.m. at the New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 916 Western Avenue, Albany, NY.

More Than 1.1 Million Attend 2008 Iowa State Fair

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NYS Writers Institute, Announces Fall 2008 Schedule of Events

NYS Writers Institute, Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Announces Fall 2008 Schedule of Events

"State Fair Time" Theme Sets Tone for 2009 Iowa State Fair,

The hours might be numbered for the 2008 Iowa State Fair, but the buzz on the 2009 Fair has already started. With the theme, "State Fair Time" in mind, eager Fairgoers are already marking their calendars for August 13-23.

Date Correction: Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney in Albany

Rumors of Our Progress Have Been Greatly Exaggerated by Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney shatters the myths about how far we've come, highlighting how women's issues permeate every realm of society, and how political change has provided only a fra...

Iowa Youth Earn $175,000 In Scholarships/Awards At State Fair

The Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement (IFAA) presented $175,000 in scholarships and awards to youth who participated in 4-H and FFA beef, swine, sheep and poultry projects Saturday, August 16, prior to the Sale of Champions at the 2008 ...

Four Records Fall at 2008 Iowa State Fair Sale of Champions

With a final swing of the gavel, the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancement (IFAA) raised $222,200 for the 14 exhibitors of 4-H and FFA Grand Champions in the Sale of Champions Saturday, August 16, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Iowa State Fair 2009 Logo and Theme to Be Announced

WHAT: The Iowa State Fair will unveil the logo and theme of the 2009 Fair during Bill Riley's 49th Annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search Championships.

Media Preview Of State Fair Highlights For Sunday, August 17

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

Going Once, Going Twice, Sold! Woodcarver’s Auction Scheduled for August 17

Each year thousands of Fairgoers stop by the chainsaw carving exhibit at the Iowa State Fair to enjoy the thrill of watching a simple log being transformed into an incredible sculpture in less than one hour. The precision and speed of this year's...

Media Preview OF State Fair Highlights For Saturday August 16

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

Atkins & Hull Youths Top FFA Market Swine Show At State Fair

Anna Freese of Atkins captured the Grand Champion Market Pig banner with her 275 pound Champion Heavy Weight Gilt in the FFA Market Swine Show Thursday, August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Youth Earn Champion Ribbons In FFA Breeding Sheep Show

Youth from across Iowa earned championship honors in the FFA Breeding Sheep Show, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Superior Strummers Scoop Up Success at Stringers’ Showdown

The 2008 Iowa State Fair string instrument contests took the stage in Farm Bureau Pioneer Hall on Friday, August 8 and Saturday, August 9.

Healthy Highlights Hit 2008 State Fair Contest

Urbandale resident Anne Nieland's Fresh Mushroom Soup earned First Place Overall in the Healthy Creations contest judged Sunday, August 10, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Funny-Faced Cake Finished First

Pella's Nathan Boldt claimed first place in the Animal Face Cakes contest judged Sunday, August 10, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Boldt's Elephant cake impressed judges with its appearance and originality.

Decorated Dessert Lands Des Moines Youth in Winners Circle

Allison Ross of Des Moines won First Place Overall in the Yummy's Young Decorators contest judged Sunday, August 10, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Seuferer’s Snappy Spuds Sweep Spotlight Showdown

West Des Moines' Beth Seuferer took First Place Overall and $50 in the Spotlighting Spuds contest with her Delightful Cheesy Potatoes. The contest was judged Sunday, August 10, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Landis Arboretum Fall Plant Sale Accents Quality, Color

As sure as autumn follows summer, the signature Fall Plant/Book and Used Book Sale/Fundraiser at Landis, the Capital Region's Arboretum, has became an annual rite of passage for gardeners, plant lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts throughout the North...

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights For Thursday, August 14

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

CORRECTION: SUNY Cortland Schedules Plays, Musicals, Concerts for Fall

Note to Editor: A correction has been made to the time of the fall concert of Broadway music on Nov. 9.

SUNY Cortland Schedules Plays, Musicals, Concerts for Fall

Editor Note: SUNY Cortland has scheduled the following events through the end of the Fall Semester.

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights for Wednesday, August 13

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

NYPA Hosts Free, Family Nature Program at North Blenheim Site;

Showcasing its spectacular North Blenheim site, the New York Power Authority will sponsor a day-long track of nature-focused events in concert with the Landis Arboretum (Esperance, NY) and the Wildlife Learning Company (Hartwick, NY).

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights For Tuesday, August 12

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

Menands Farmers Market Car Show & Barbeque This Saturday

The Second Annual Car Show and Chicken Barbeque at the Capital District Farmers Market in Menands will take place this Saturday, August 16, from 8 am to 2 pm. Thanks to the sponsorship provided by NAPA Auto Parts and Michael Attanasio Insurance, a...

Iowan Talent Continues To Surface At State Fair Games

The Dirty Dogs won top honors in the fourth round of the State Fair Games at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. The team, made up of Van Meter residents Brandon and Sky Brittain, Nick and Nathan Lauterback and Harrison Frey of Harlem, flew through all five...

Strong Showing By FFA Youth At Performance Beef Show

Crystal Watters of Maquoketa took four champion ribbons in the visual appraisal portion of the FFA Performance Beef Show judged August 6, just prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

“Vette” Wins The Big Ram Contest At Iowa State Fair

"Vette", a Hampshire ram exhibited by Daryl Mickelson of Bouton, won $350 and championship honors at the Big Ram contest held August 7 at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. The 432.5 pound 2-year-old was produced by Baily Hampshires of Bouton and eats 8 po...

Des Moines Native Nabs Nutty Nomination

Chuck Duke of Des Moines won first place in all three classes of the Trust Your Recipe to Gurleys competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. His prize-winning recipes include Pecan Maple Coffee Cake, Chocolate Almond Cake a...

Molasses Munchies Manifest Top Awards At State Fair

Chuck Duke of Des Moines earned First Place Overall for his Molasses Cake in the Grandma's Molasses Munchies competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Carlisle resident Ann Carter earned Second Place Overall for her Molass...

Dinner Decision Leads To Blue Ribbon At State Fair

Karen Harshbarger of Mediapolis took home first place with her Taco Pork Roast Dinner in the What's for Dinner? competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Virginia Ogan secured second place with her Kickin' Chicken Chili,...

Bettendorf Chef Takes Sweet Corn Competition

Norita Solt of Bettendorf won First Place Overall with her Sweet Corn Cakes in the Creative Cooking with Fresh Sweet Corn competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Ankeny resident Karen Brockelsby took Second Place Overa...

Finger Food Finds Fans At State Fair

Beth Seuferer of West Des Moines won first place with her Almond Chicken Salad Bites with Pinot Noir in the Foodie Fight Game Night: Finger Food & Wine Pairing competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Rebecca Howe o...

Duke of Des Moines Dominates Division At State Fair

Chuck Duke of Des Moines won First Place Overall with his Honey Cheese Bread in the Taste of Honey Challenge competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Tacos Topple Competitors In Special Needs Cook Off

Joy Likens of Altoona took first place with her Creamy Tacos in the Special Needs Cook-Off competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Kolby Cook captured second place for his Banana Bread. Clive resident Matthew Johnson w...

Peach Pie Pilfers Praise At State Fair

Christine Montalvo of Windsor Heights took first place in the Oh My! It's Peach Pie! competition, judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Clive resident Elysa Koss secured second place, and Louise Piper of Garner captured third place.

Slow Cooker Simmers To Victory At State Fair

Lonnie Hartstack of Clarinda captured first place with her Sausage-Corn Chowder in the What's Simmering? competition judged Saturday, August 9, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Linda Asbille of Indianola took home second place for her Chicken Roll-Ups...

New Market Woman Scoops Up First Place In 2008 State Fair

Joyce Larson of New Market served up an award-winning recipe for cooling down at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Larson's recipe for Grandpa's Favorite Ice Cream secured her first place in the Cap's Homemade Ice Cream contest judged on Thursday, August 7.

Breakfast Fix-Up Lands Urbandale Kid In Winners Circle

Max Nieland, an Urbandale resident, won First Place Overall in the Kids' Favorite Sandwich contest judged Thursday, August 7, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Nieland's recipe for a Breakfast Egg Sandwich landed him a $50 gift certificate to Fareway.

Potluck Contest Inspires Community Spirit At 2008 State Fair

The 2008 Iowa State Fair continues to promote a sense of community and hospitality commonly found in Iowa and perpetuated by the Puckerbrush Potluck contest. The competition offers an opportunity for Iowans to showcase their favorite dishes-to-sha...

Cowgirl Queens And Courts Crowned At State Fair

Brittany Kincaid of Ankeny was crowned Junior Cowgirl Queen and Cambridge resident Raegan Wagner was crowned Senior Cowgirl Queen at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Coronation was held on Friday, August 8.

Victory Is Sticky Sweet For Ames Woman

Cheryl Rogers of Ames took first place in the Mary's Cinnamon Rolls competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Des Moines Woman Crowned Spam Queen At State Fair

Anita Van Gundy of Des Moines took first place and $150 for her Tropical Spam Appetizers in The Great American Spam Championship & Kid Chef - SPAM Appetizer competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Des Moines Woman Tops Candy Competition

Rebecca Howe of Des Moines earned First Place Overall with her Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles in the Chocolaterie Stam Candies competition, judged Thursday, August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Second Place Overall went to Karla Hocker of Boone for...

Competitors Rise To The Occasion At State Fair

Ames resident Kerri Peterson claimed first place with her Krusteaz Cappuccino Muffins in the Krusteaz Kreations - Muffins competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Granger Is No Stranger To Blue Ribbons At State Fair

Sally Kilkenny of Granger dominated the Tasty Bites for Bette competition, judged Thursday, August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Kilkenny won both First and Second Place Overall for her Feta Chicken Salad and Poached Orange Pears respectively. J...

Des Moines Woman Cans Competition At State Fair

Marsha Theis of Des Moines took First Place Overall with her Strawberry Jam in the C&H Classic Iowa Canned Jams competition, judged Wednesday, August 6, prior to opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Kris Miller of Ankeny won Second Place O...

Pella Man Whittles To Victory In Woodcarving Competition

Robert Kroese of Pella whittled to victory in the Woodcarving competition, judged prior to the opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Kroese won Best of Show, first runner-up and fourth runner-up.

Creative Cookie Captivates Competition

Competitors let their creativity run free in the My Most Creative C&H Sugar Cookie competition, judged Friday, August 8, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Cresco Resident Bags Blue Ribbon At State Fair

Iowans put their grocery bagging skills to the test in the 21st Annual Iowa Grocery Industry's Best Bagger Contest held Friday, August 8 on the Budweiser Stage sponsored by ABC5 during the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Six Sprout Acts Advance To Semi-Finals Of 2008 Talent Search

Six talented sprout division acts (ages 2-12) have advanced to the semi-finals in Bill Riley's 49th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search.

Five Senior Acts Advance To Semi-Finals In 2008 Talent Search

Five talented senior division acts (ages 13-21) have advanced to the semi-final rounds in Bill Riley's 49th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each act will perform again on Friday, August 15.

2008 State Fair Contest Has Spectators Seeing Double

Fairgoers and judges saw double, triple and sometimes even septuple at the annual Twins, Triplets and More contest held Thursday, August 7 on the Anne and Bill Riley Stage at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Turkey, Duck And Chicken Calling Champs Crowned

The best adult bird callers from across the state competed in three contests held Thursday, August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Kids Gobble, Quack And Crow In Youth Bird Calling Contest

The state's best youth bird callers competed in three contests held Thursday, August 7 at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Coralville Cook Claims Prize In 2008 State Fair Contest

M.J. Kleeme of Coralville won First Place Overall in the Ivy's Quality Quick Breads and Muffins contest judged Sunday, August 3, prior to the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Kleeme was joined by Urbandale residents Missy Johansen, winner of Second Place Ove...

Canned Conserves Land Garner Woman Blue Ribbon At 2008 State Fair

Louise Piper of Garner was awarded First Place Overall in the C&H Canned Conserves contest judged Tuesday, August 5, prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Cocoa Cake Creator Collects Prize In 2008 State Fair Contest

Emily Greazel of Johnson took First Place Overall in the Smile in Every Aisle Cakes contest judged Tuesday, August 5, prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Greazel walked away with $100 in prize money for her Cocoa Chiffon Cake.

Ames Woman Beats The Competition in Canning Contest At 2008 State Fair

Cathy Stahlman of Ames claimed top honors at the Vlasic Canned Relishes contest judged Wednesday, August 6, prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Stahlman was awarded First Place Overall for her Vidalia Onion Relish.

Center Point Woman Takes the Crown In Cookie Jar Contest

Halane Cummings of Center Point won took top honors in the A Cookie Jar for A Favorite Friend competition judged Wednesday, August 6, prior to opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Chariton Girl's Cookie Jar Takes Flight in State Fair Contest

Chariton resident Allie Smith's Butterfly Cookie Jar took top honors at the A Cookie Jar for My Favorite Teacher competition judged Wednesday, August 6, prior to opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Smith's winning cookie jar will be on displa...

Unsightly Cakes Earn Blue Ribbons At State Fair

Kids from across the state undertook an ugly task in the Chuck E. Cheese's Ugliest Cake competition, judged August 7, prior to the opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Contestants were urged to be as imaginative as possible while creating the ...

Meat Loaf Masters Earn Honors For New Twist On An Old Favorite

Jamie Buelt of Polk City won first place in the My Favorite Meatloaf competition, judged Thursday, August 7, opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Rolls Earn Iowan Bragging Rights In 2008 State Fair Contest

Audrey Petersen of Westside won First Place Overall honors in the King Arthur Yeast Rolls contest judged Sunday, August 3, prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Ames resident Cheryl Rogers took Second Place Overall followed by Kelly McCu...

Kids Creativity Captures Critter Cupcakes Commendation

Critters of all varieties were turned into sweet treats during the Critter Cupcakes competition, judged Thursday, August 7, prior to opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Raisin Cookies Raise the Bar In Competition At 2008 State Fair

Kristi Krafka of Huxley took the top prize in the Newman's Raisin Cookie competition judged Thursday, August 7, opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Creativity Pays Off For Iowa Photographers In 2008 State Fair Competition

Mike Landwehr of Waukee and Ankeny resident Carley Goldhorn earned Best of Show honors in the Photography Salon competition judged prior to the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Johnston Woman's Pumpkin Cookie Nets Her Blue Ribbon

Phoelisa McGuire of Johnston's Pumpkin Pecan Thumbprints took first place in the Pumpkin Patch Cookie contest judged Thursday, August 7, opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. McGuire won a table for four on the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroa...

A Family Daytrip Bonanza in Picture Perfect Schoharie County

Since Route 20s hard-won designation as a New York State Scenic Byway in August 2005, savvy tourists are enticed to choose this centuries' old, rural highway over higher-speed routes and to explore roadside venues they may have overlooked in a hur...

West Des Moines Woman Garnishes Her Way to Top Prize In State Fair Food Contest

Beth Seuferer of West Des Moines earned top honors Thursday, August 7 in the Garnishing 101 contest held on opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Seuferer's creation - a Lemon Basket - netted her a semester at the Iowa Culinary Institute of DMACC.

Family Legacy Continues At 2008 Iowa State Fair Contest

Centerville's own Olive Jean Tarbell secured the First Place Overall award in the Midwest Living Cookie contest judged prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Tarbell's Molasses Cookie recipe won the honor. Food contests at the Iowa State ...

Healthy Food Hits 2008 State Fair Contest

Hartford resident Ronda Magnusson won First Place Overall in the Cooking with MicroSoy contest judged prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Pella Woman Scores Win In Chocolate Mousse Bake-Off

Dawn Shaw of Pella snagged a first place finish with her White Raspberry Mousse entry in the Chocolate Mousse competition held Thursday, August 7, at the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Winning Fudge Recipe Takes Center Stage In State Fair Contest

For the second year in a row, Iowa's top fudge cook hails from Indianola.

Jefferson Woman Wins Blue Ribbon For Shortcake Recipe

Marianne Carlson of Jefferson took first place honors Wednesday, August 6 in the Do You Want Shortcake? contest judged prior to opening day of the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Carlson's winning entry, a Peach Blueberry Shortcake, earned her a blue ribbon...

Cool Creativity Pays Off For Fairfield Woman At 2008 State Fair

Fairfield resident Janet Melchers secured first place in the My Favorite Ice Cream Flavor Creation contest judged on Thursday, August 7, during the 2008 Iowa State Fair. Melchers' Raspberry Green Tea Ice Cream impressed judges with its originality...

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights For Monday, August 11

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow:

IOWA STATE FAIR BRANDS ITS OWN WINE

For the first time ever, the Iowa State Fair is introducing its own wine.

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights For Saturday, August 9

Following is a list of event and attraction highlights for tomorrow's Iowa State Fair:

Iowa State Fair Receives $1 Million Contribution For AG Exhibition Center

The Iowa State Fair has received a $1 million contribution from Bruce Rastetter of Alden, to be used to fund the Agricultural Exhibition Center, the latest project on the Iowa State Fairgrounds. In consideration of this gift, the 4-H Building will...

Seven Senior Acts To Advance To Semifinals In First Day Of 2008 Talent Search

Seven talented senior division acts (ages 13-21) have advanced to the semifinal rounds in Bill Riley's 49th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each act will perform again on Thursday, August 14.

Big Boar Breaks Record At 2008 Iowa State Fair Weighing In At 1259 lbs.

Freight Train, a 4-year-old Yorkshire boar, won the Big Boar contest in a big way by setting a new Iowa State Fair record weighing in at 1259 pounds. The previous record was set in 1993 at 1246 pounds.

Media Preview of State Fair Highlights For Friday August 8th

The 2008 Iowa State Fair offers countless opportunities for amusement and enjoyment from award-winning Grandstand acts and free stage entertainers to unique and imaginative contests and exciting grounds attractions. In the midst of so many options...

Six Sprout Acts To Advance To Semifinals In First Day of Day of 2008 Talent Search

Six talented sprout division acts (ages 2-12) have advanced to the semi-finals in Bill Riley's 49th annual Iowa State Fair Talent Search. Each will perform again on Thursday, August 14.

State Fair Parade Lights Up Downtown Des Moines

Beautiful weather greeted onlookers taking in the sights and sounds of the 2008 Iowa State Fair Parade, held Wednesday, August 6 in downtown Des Moines. The Parade is the largest in Iowa and also serves as the kick-off to the State Fair. Portions ...

Angel Art Earns Altoona Resident 2008 State Fair Fine Arts Award

Christian Vandehaar of Altoona acquired Best of Show honors in the Fine Arts competition judged prior to the start of the 2008 Iowa State Fair.

Opening Ceremonies Set Record At 2008 Fair

The Iowa State Fair started off with a bang this morning, or rather a record-setting chomp. The Corndog Chomp, part of this year's opening ceremonies set a record for the most people simultaneously eating corndogs. More than 10,000 people packed ...

Genesee Center for the Arts Announces Calendar of Events for 17th Theatrical Season

The Genesee Center for the Arts at Genesee Community College is pleased to announce the calendar of events for its 17th season at the Stuart Steiner Theatre. The Fall 2008 performances at the Stuart Steiner Theatre include the following Lobby Art ...

Iowa State Fair Highlights For Thursday August 7

The 2008 Iowa State Fair offers countless opportunities for amusement and enjoyment from award-winning Grandstand acts and free stage entertainers to unique and imaginative contests and exciting grounds attractions. In the midst of so many options...

Canal Corporation And Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor Kick Off Third Annual Canal Splash

New York State Canal Corporation Director Carmella R. Mantello today joined representatives from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, State and local officials and community organizers at the Waterford Harbor Visitors Center in Waterford,...

New At 2008 State Fair

Stunt dogs, humongous horses, robot combat and new strolling entertainers will be found for the first time at the Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. All this action-packed entertainment is included free with gate admission.

2008 Fair Concert Ticket Sales To Date Beat Last Year's Total

With the New York State Fair still three weeks away, ticket sales to the Fair's grandstand concerts have already exceeded the total of all grandstand tickets sold for the 2007 Fair, marking a successful debut for Live Nation, the Fair's new bookin...

New Fun For Young Fairgoers

"U Gotta Love" kids' entertainment at the 2008 Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. With interactive music shows, hands-on activities and Blue Ribbon Kids events, the Fair offers excitement for children of all ages.

2008 Iowa State Fair Features Olympic Spirit

The Iowa State Fair is bringing out the Olympic spirit with discounted admission, its very own State Fair Games and tributes to Iowa Olympians. The 2008 Iowa State Fair is set August 7-17.

Runners Register for Arboretum Perennial 5K Cross-County Forest Run;

Capital Region runners of all ages and levels of proficiency will have the opportunity to run and compete while enjoying spectacular views of the Schoharie Region countryside at the beautiful Landis Arboretum for the 2008 Perennial 5K Forest Run o...

Myers House Books LLC Announces New Book About Minnesota Sports History

Pirates on the Prairie chronicles the achievements of a remarkable group of athletes, the Pirates, who explode out of tiny Halstad, MN, population 500, in 1952, much to the amazement of the Minnesota media and fans who quickly learn to love them.

Updated Information: 2008 Iowa State Fair Opening Ceremonies Draw Closer

The Iowa State Fair, set to run August 7-17, is just days away and preparations are ongoing for a record-breaking opening ceremonies. On August 7, all Fairgoers get free admission at the gate from 5-8:30 a.m. (parking not included). Fairgoers are ...

A Prairie Home Companion's Rhubarb Tour

A Summer Night in Lake Wobegon, what better?! The 2008 A Prairie Home Companion Rhubarb Tour will take the Iowa State Fair Grandstand stage on Sunday, August 17, at 8:00 p.m. Sponsored by Iowa Public Radio, it's the seventh stop of a 16-city run t...

Post Playhouse Plans Special Performance

The second of two special "singers' cabaret" performances at the Post Playhouse at Fort Robinson State Park will be Monday, Aug. 11 at 8 p.m.

August Events, Energy Savings, and Family Fun Link

To help individuals and families offset the continued rise in travel costs, the Landis Arboretum (Esperance) and the New York Power Authority (North Blenheim) have joined forces in a summer season promotion that they hope visitors simply will not ...

STATE FAIR CULTURAL CENTER TO FEATURE LOLO JONES ICE SCULPTURE

Olympian and native Iowan Lolo Jones will be carved in ice during the 2008 Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. Ice carving will be in addition to art demonstrations and the state's largest arts show in the Patty and Jim Cownie Cultural Center.

FOODS DEBUT AT 2008 IOWA STATE FAIR

"You Gotta Love" the new list of tasty treats offered at the 2008 Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. Several new foods and food stands are set to make their Fair debut.

STOP-DWI Safety Night at The Joe

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SUNY Plattsburgh Presents Calendar of Events

The State University of New York College at Plattsburgh is pleased to announce a calendar of events for August through early September. This calendar contains a sampling of events at the college.

“U Gotta Love” State Treasurer Fitzgerald’s Great Iowa Treasure Hunt

State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald announced today that central Iowans visiting the Iowa State Fair this year may be surprised to find their names among the thousands of individuals with unclaimed funds in the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt. "The Iowa S...

Artis collection at CSC gaining significance

What was left behind by an art professor more than four decades ago may bring increased prominence for Chadron State College.

Media Advisory: International Haiku Conference and Festival Comes to Plattsburgh

The International Haiku Conference and Festival at SUNY Plattsburgh is set to take place Tuesday, July 29 through Saturday, Aug. 2.

Benefit Book Sale August 2

Help Fight AIDS Through Books and Music, an AIDS Council of Northeastern NY volunteer project, will be holding its second summer benefit book and music sale in front of Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza during Stuyvesant Plaza's Sidewalk Sale Day on ...

'Put It Down' Shop-Back Gun Program A Huge Success

Special events will be held this weekend to raise awareness of two new gun programs that will impact the City of Albany. These events will include free food, drinks, sno-cones, a clothing giveaway, bouncy-bounce, prizes, artwork, basketball shoot-...

More Than 100 Local Events Scheduled For Third Annual Canal Splash!

The New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, with assistance from Johnny Miller Adventures, LLC and Parks and Trails NY, today announced more than 100 local events will take place throughout the weekend of...

August 6th Program of the Women's City Club: Filming in New York City