It is hard to believe that it is almost time again for the Madera County Fair.  I can almost smell the funnel cakes, corn dogs and cotton candy already.  It is a county tradition that both the young and old enjoy.

The 2008 Madera County Fair Exhibitor Handbooks are now available for pick up at various locations around the county.  The book provides information on what competitions are available this year, all deadlines and information on how to submit your items into the various competitions.

Groups or individuals are encouraged to submit their entries for the fun filled weekend.  Teachers are encouraged to make the fair part of their curriculum and submit their entries as well.  There will be the usual competitions as well as several more that were added to the arts and crafts, photography, agriculture, livestock and floriculture categories.   Winning entries can win; ribbons, awards and even cash!

Fair handbooks can be picked up in Madera at the Madera District Fair Office, 4-H/Coop Extension, Evans Feed and Livestock Supply, Valley Feed and Fuel, Madera Chamber of Commerce, Madera County Library, Madera Ranchos Library and the 22 Mile House.   They can also be picked up in Oakhurst at the Sierra Star or at Oakhurst Feed.

The theme this year is called “Grape Balls of Fire”.  The fair will run from September 4th thru September 7th this year.  For more information on participating in the Madera County Fair, call (559) 674-8511.   If you are unable to pick up your handbook, you can download it from www.maderafair.com.