2014 July PASO Magazine

Welcome to the 69 th California Mid-State Fair !
You are cordially invited to “Discover More”
at the 2014 edition of the California Mid-State
Fair, which runs July 16th to July 27th! The
many diverse talents of the Board of Directors
and staff bring an abundance of wealth and
spirit as we present our golden fair to you.
This year, we have incorporated birthday celebrations
of both the City of El Paso de Robles
and the California State Parks into our programmatic
scheme, showcasing both competitive
and static exhibits throughout the
grounds to capture hearts and
make special memories!
We have worked tirelessly
throughout the year to bring
fairgoers oodles of summer fun,
amazing magical moments, and
expansive educational value
each and every day of the annual
12-day run. The grounds are simply beautiful,
full of splendor and many new improvements
...so, whether you ride
the rides, listen to the stellar entertainment
staged throughout the
grounds, watch the livestock and
equestrian events, find treasures
in the commercial vendors, or just
eat that fabulous fair food, please take the
time to enjoy every aspect that makes this Fair
truly amazing, and even today, remains known
as “The Biggest Little Fair...Anywhere!”
On behalf of the Board of Directors and
staff, I want to cordially invite you to attend
the 2014 California Mid-State Fair. Come early,
stay late, and have a ton of fun!
Warmest regards,
Vivian Robertson
Chief Executive Officer
California Mid-State Fair
By Bob Chute
The crew at the Paso Robles Event Center are putting together the 2014 version of the California Mid-State Fair, “Discover More!” slated to begin Wednesday,
July 16 and running through Sunday, July 27. The Fair’s theme will also tie in with the City of Paso Robles 125th Anniversary and the State Park’s 150th!
While several area publications produce their versions of Fair guides, we’ve simply put together an overview of some of the things to look for, special
activities and shows, plus a look at the entertainment and other items we believe you’ll find of interest.
We are also honored to present Judy Bedell’s Fair Family Spotlight on the Lahargou family. Heather Young profiles the Fair’s Volunteer of the Year
Suze Evenson and Judy Bedell also takes a look at what you can expect at the Junior Livestock Auction and the Industrial Arts Auction.
The midway has been spruced up with a fresh reseal of the pavement and several of the buildings at the Fair have been renamed this year to reflect
the character of our area. For example, instead of the generic Commercial Building #1, it will now be known as Adelaide Hall. Commercial Building #2 is now
known as Estrella Hall. The Home Arts Building becomes the Frontier Pavilion and the Outdoor Area #3 becomes the Stockyard Pavilion, while the SLO Pavilion
is now the Ponderosa Pavilion. The Dolly Bader and Marketplace Buildings remain the same.
Heritage Foundation The Heritage Foundation works to preserve and enrich the heritage of the 16th District Agricultural Association and offers
support to the 4-H and FFA programs, create agricultural education opportunities, and maintain a standard of excellence and expansion in the facilities
by implementing capital improvement programs. Join today - 100% of all monies received for The Heritage Foundation goes back into the Mid-State
Fair and Paso Robles Events Center, learn more at thecmsf heritagefoundation.org.
One of those projects this year is new bathrooms inside the covered arena, behind the grandstands. The 80x20 foot facility has entrances both sides. The facade of Adelaide Hall
(aka Commercial Building #1) has been redone in keeping with the Mission Square theme that was completed a couple years ago.
Discover More! There’s lots to do, even before the Fair, but especially during the 12 Days of Fun...see you there!
Admission and Hours
REGULAR: Child (6-12) - $6/day... Adult (13-61) - $10/day... Senior (62+) - $8/day ($5/day
on Senior’s Day: Tuesday, July 22).
ADMINISTRATION OFFICE: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. -
4 p.m. through July 15 and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. each day of the Fair.
BOX OFFICE: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. through
July 15 and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day of the Fair.
EXHIBIT BUILDINGS: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. each day of the Fair.
PRE-FAIR DISCOUNT can be purchased from the CMSF box office through July 15.
DISCOUNTS can be purchased from Albertsons through July 15 (Midnight).
SEASON PASSES: REGULAR: Child (6-12) - $20/season... Adult (13+) - $50/season
DISCOUNT-FARM SUPPLY: Pick up a discount coupon at any local Farm Supply location and
redeem at the CMSF box office through July 15.
FAIR FAMILY PACKS: $30 includes 2 adult and 2 kids admission, 4 Domino’s Pizza slices and
4 waters - coupons at Domino’s Pizza and on-line at www.MidStateFair.com. Available for purchase
at Administration Gates ONLY.
CARNIVAL, COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS, CONCESSIONS AND VENDORS: 12 p.m. - 12 a.m.
each day of the Fair.
CARNIVAL RIDE WRISTBANDS: REGULAR: $30/day (M-TH), $35/day (F-SU) available in the
Carnival Area. DISCOUNT-CMSF: $23/day if purchased in advance from the CMSF box office
through July 15, 6 p.m. DISCOUNT-Albertsons: $23.25/day if purchased in advance from any
local Albertsons through July 15 (Midnight).
PARKING: BEFORE 3 p.m.: $10/day and AFTER 3 p.m.: $15/day
LOCAL SHUTTLES
The California Mid-State Fair is pleased to once again offer its patrons the opportunity to park
off-site for free and then catch a free ride to the Fair! Look for the American Star Trailways buses...operating
daily from Noon-Midnight. Make sure you park your vehicle in a designated location ONLY,
and then hop on the free shuttle. See you at the Fair!
The following schedule is subject to change. Times are approximate and should only be
used as guidelines. Depending on the crowd size, pick up and drop off times could vary by
up to 30 minutes. Please allow for ample time to get to the Fair, purchase admission tickets
and gain admission to the Fair. Concert tickets do not include admission to the Fair. Please
make sure you ONLY park in designated areas at each shuttle location, as failure to do so
may result in your automobile being towed at your expense.
WESTSIDE STOPS (shuttles run every 10-15 minutes) • Smart & Final @ 22nd/Spring •
State Farm @ 20th/Spring • Citibank @ 16th/Spring • Bank of America @ 15th/Spring • City Hall
@ 10th/Spring • Courtyard by Marriott parking lot” @ 120 South Vine
EASTSIDE STOPS (shuttles run every 15-30 minutes) • Paso Robles High School @ City Bus
Stop • Albertsons Parking Lot @ City Bus Stop • Lowe’s Hardware” @ Main Parking Lot
GOLF TOURNAMENT
The 17th annual 4-H & FFA Golf Classic takes place on Sunday, July 13 at the Paso Robles Golf
Club. Net proceeds from the event will go toward scholarships for our local 4-H & FFA livestock
exhibitors. Entry fee of $125 per person includes greens fee, cart fee, warm-up bucket of balls,
gift bag, official tournament hat, lunch, plus snack and beverages (no host bar). Tournament
check-in and warm-up begin at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8 a.m. The format is a 4-person
scramble. Non-metal spikes are required. All entrants must be pre-paid.
CATTLE DRIVE
Wednesday, July 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss the annual
Cattle Drive to kick off the 2014 Fair! Leaving Borjon Auto Center
around 10 a.m. heading down Union Road to 13th Street, then up
to Riverside Ave., and arriving at South Gate around 11:30 a.m.
CELEBRATION DAY
Honoring City’s 125th and State Park’s 150th Anniversaries. Pancake Breakfast: The annual
CMSF pancake breakfast is prepared by members of the Grange, and will take place on July 24
from 7:30-10:30 a.m. in the Paso Robles Downtown Park. Tickets will be available for FREE from
Main Street merchants the week before the breakfast. See you there!
Theme DAYs
Thursday, July 17 - Cattlemen & Farmers’ Day
8:30 a.m. - Cow Dog Trials
@ Equestrian Center
9 a.m. - Commercial Cattle Pens Judging
11:30 a.m. - BBQ Lunch
12:45 p.m. - Presentation of “Agriculture
in the Classroom” & Winners of JB Dewar
1 p.m. - Ranch Horse Class
@ Equestrian Center
2:30 p.m. - Industrial Arts Auction
@ Livestock Pavilion
4 p.m. - Social Hour
5 p.m. - BBQ Dinner
Tractor Restoration
6:30 p.m. - Presentation of Awards
Monday, July 22 - Kid’s Day: Kids aged 12 and under get in FREE
Diaper Derby - 2 p.m. in the Main Quad. The Diaper Derby features babies who have yet to
master the art of walking...“crawling only” allowed to enter!
Tractor Races - 2 p.m. in the Main Quad. Tractor Races feature any fun loving, crazy driving, fast
peddling child who can reach the tractor pedals...ages 3-8 please. Sign-ups start around 1:45 p.m.!
Tuesday, July 22 - Senior’s Day: All those 62 years of age and older receive daily admission
for only $5!
Saturday, July 26 - Armed Forces Day: Members of the Armed Forces with a valid military ID
get in for FREE!
Wednesday, July 16 - Sunday, July 27 - Mutton Bustin’: @ 1 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m., and
7:30 p.m. Boys and girls, six years old and younger, weighing less than 60 lbs, try to ride a
sheep for a full six seconds. Every child takes home temporary tattoos and a participation ribbon.
World Championship Mutton Bustin’ will be located on the south end of the PREC.
14 Paso Robles Magazine, July 2014