Hard to believe that the 2008 Altamont Fair has come and gone. It had some wonderful moments (lasting hours and days!) I'll be sharing some of the show results with you and some of things I found going on.
But, all the volunteers who are involved in putting this fair on, they want your ideas on how to make it better. And they would really like to hear just what you liked about the 2008 Fair. Just leave your comment below, I don't need to know your name, just your thoughts. Thanks
Friday, August 22, 2008
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
A calf is born
Wow! In the Miracle of Birth tent inside Gate 2, there have been two tremendous calves born. 10:30 am on Tuesday, Lucy the cow delivered Altamont, a girl calf. We got a great video that you still can see. Then Wednesday, Sparkle the cow waited until 9 pm to deliver (with the help of Farmer Mike and Dr. Stu) a bouncing baby bull, Monte. Mothers and calves are doing fine.
It was AWESOME. You have got to check this out. Another calf will be born (fingers crossed) on Thursday.
The sheep show was split between meat sheep and wooly sheep.
Those pulling draft horses were so BIG and STRONG!
So on to Thursday, Jordan Pruitt is performing in the evening.
There will be baby chicks hatching in the Agriculture Building.
There will be dairy cattle showing morning and evening.
The photography in the Flower Building is incredible, well displayed and plentiful.
Also check out the smiling tomato....too late tonight to show you a picture but WOW
The Farmhouse museum will have a display on the birth of modern medicine.
and so much more.....See you at the Altamont Fair.
It was AWESOME. You have got to check this out. Another calf will be born (fingers crossed) on Thursday.
The sheep show was split between meat sheep and wooly sheep.
Those pulling draft horses were so BIG and STRONG!
So on to Thursday, Jordan Pruitt is performing in the evening.
There will be baby chicks hatching in the Agriculture Building.
There will be dairy cattle showing morning and evening.
The photography in the Flower Building is incredible, well displayed and plentiful.
Also check out the smiling tomato....too late tonight to show you a picture but WOW
The Farmhouse museum will have a display on the birth of modern medicine.
and so much more.....See you at the Altamont Fair.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Tuesday
Opening Day---lots of excitement
A dozen 6 horse hitches are expected for the draft horse show.
First ever apple peeling contest
Lady Antebellum perform on new bandstand stage
Calf expected to be born at New Miracle of Birth exhibit
Great Goat Show
Pony show is beginning
A new Miss Altamont Fair will be crowned
Contestants will be vying for the Fleischman's yeast contest. Sample the entries after the judging. They are beautiful and delicious.
And so much more. Come and enjoy this year's Altamont Fair!!
A dozen 6 horse hitches are expected for the draft horse show.
First ever apple peeling contest
Lady Antebellum perform on new bandstand stage
Calf expected to be born at New Miracle of Birth exhibit
Great Goat Show
Pony show is beginning
A new Miss Altamont Fair will be crowned
Contestants will be vying for the Fleischman's yeast contest. Sample the entries after the judging. They are beautiful and delicious.
And so much more. Come and enjoy this year's Altamont Fair!!
Final Prep
Tomorrow is showtime so today is spent putting finishing touches in all the barns and bulidings. You should see the pony stalls. Each stable paints and decorates their own stalls--Buzz Lightyear to Frontiertown. And the skeins of yarn and garments in the Sheep building are superb. You won't believe the poultry building---so many different colored eggs. Be sure to check out the Ag Building--hatching chicks and apple peeling.
See you tomorrow at your local Altamont Fair.
See you tomorrow at your local Altamont Fair.
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Army StrongChili Cook Off
New to the Altamont Fair this year will be a chili contest. It will be Saturday August 16, enter by Gate 3. You need to pick up an entry form at your local Hannaford Supermarket---just ask at the service desk and send to the Altamont Fair (address on the form.) Send it to the fair by August 13, that's Wednesday. The chili should be one of these categories.....vegetarian, traditional or Army Strong (spiciness).
This will be the Army Strong Chili Cook-off so the judges will be Army personnel. The criteria is which chili merits the Army Strong label.
Ok, entry form check
crock pot of chili check
cheering section check
wonderful prizes check
I wonder if they need another judge? hmmmm.....
This will be the Army Strong Chili Cook-off so the judges will be Army personnel. The criteria is which chili merits the Army Strong label.
Ok, entry form check
crock pot of chili check
cheering section check
wonderful prizes check
I wonder if they need another judge? hmmmm.....
Thursday, August 7, 2008
MIRACLE OF BIRTH
Each day at the Fair, a dairy cow from Stanton Farms will give birth. This will be happening in the Miracle of Birth Tent next to the Cattle Building near Gate 2. You will have a chance to actually see the process live and in person. Come check it out!
This assumes the cow cooperates each day---isn't that part of the miracle?
This assumes the cow cooperates each day---isn't that part of the miracle?
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Wow! A roller coaster and Giant zucchini
Well the fair is next week so all the behind the scenes work to put on this show is happening NOW. Animal pens are being set up, restaurants are being cleaned and shined, sound systems are being tuned up and the grandstand stage is being finished. That new grandstand stage is going to be beautiful.
There are 500 entries in the Fine Arts department. You'll have to make sure to see the great photographs, the fantastic watercolors, the digitally enhance art. The Flower building is an awesome place for this display.
There are entries for the giant zucchini contest......If you entered vegetables and find a contender in your garden this week, you can add it to your entries Sunday afternoon when you bring in your other vegetables. You could have bragging rights for a whole year about the largest zucchini in the capital district!
Oh, I didn't know that the Midway will have Altamont Fair's first ever roller coaster. I think it is called Indy 500 but I'll check on that.
Advance sale tickets are available this week at Hannaford Supermarkets. and there are discount coupons on the website if you are waiting to buy your ticket at the gate.
There are 500 entries in the Fine Arts department. You'll have to make sure to see the great photographs, the fantastic watercolors, the digitally enhance art. The Flower building is an awesome place for this display.
There are entries for the giant zucchini contest......If you entered vegetables and find a contender in your garden this week, you can add it to your entries Sunday afternoon when you bring in your other vegetables. You could have bragging rights for a whole year about the largest zucchini in the capital district!
Oh, I didn't know that the Midway will have Altamont Fair's first ever roller coaster. I think it is called Indy 500 but I'll check on that.
Advance sale tickets are available this week at Hannaford Supermarkets. and there are discount coupons on the website if you are waiting to buy your ticket at the gate.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Parade of Champions
Make sure you are at the Fair at 6:30 Saturday night to see the Parade of Champions. This is a new happening this year. There will be two champions from each barn, chickens, goats, sheep, cows, ponies, etc. You will be able to see them and hear a little bit more about the animals.
Following the Parade, will be a animal costume class--open to fair exhibitors and their costumed animals. You should see the trophy that John van Wormer has donated---gorgeous.
Oh, the parade and costume parade will be happening in the big horse show ring, easy to find.
Following the Parade, will be a animal costume class--open to fair exhibitors and their costumed animals. You should see the trophy that John van Wormer has donated---gorgeous.
Oh, the parade and costume parade will be happening in the big horse show ring, easy to find.
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Miss Altamont Fair
You still have an opportunity to be crowned Miss Altamont Fair. This is a contest to recognize natural beauty and encourage poise and public speaking. There are categories for little girls and grown women. You'll be expected to make appearances at the Altamont Fair (August12-17,2008) and then come back next year and crown your successor. It is a whole new way to see the fair.
Go to Altamontfair.com and click on Premium book (on the left) then scroll through the possibilities til you see Miss Altamont Fair.....click on that. You'll find all the info you need and the entry form.. But hurry.....entries close August 8, 2008.
There is going to be a reunion of former Miss Altamont Fair winners. Please contact the pageant superintendent (see premium book) for details.
Go to Altamontfair.com and click on Premium book (on the left) then scroll through the possibilities til you see Miss Altamont Fair.....click on that. You'll find all the info you need and the entry form.. But hurry.....entries close August 8, 2008.
There is going to be a reunion of former Miss Altamont Fair winners. Please contact the pageant superintendent (see premium book) for details.
Friday, August 1, 2008
People vs. machines
Apple Peeler Contest 2008
In the olden days, yes before I was born---in the 1800’s, people used to “put up” fruit for the winter. They used apples for kettles of applesauce, lots of delicious pies and dried apple slices. Each apple had to be peeled—so many inventors wanted to ease the workload. Hundreds of inventors came up with mechanical peelers to make the job go faster. Ed Languish of Albany County has been collecting these gems for years. This year he’ll be displaying some of his mechanical peeling machines at the Altamont Fair. (August 12-17).
But is the machine really better than a man? Can a woman create a longer peel than a machine? Can a child peel a trip of shiny red apple that is longer than his/her Mom’s? We’ll answer these questions and more daily at the Agricultural Building at the Altamont Fair. Individuals will be able to publicly peel an apple for the longest strips. (Contests daily at 3pm and 6:30 )Mr. Languish will demonstrate his handcranked machine apple stripping. Will you try it? Will you win? Sign up early at the Agricultural Building each day. There will be ribbons. Albany County orchards will be donating fruit gift certificates to the winners.
We will supply the apples and the peelers. You supply the expertise.
Who can peel the longest strip from the apple? In one piece? Will it be you??
In the olden days, yes before I was born---in the 1800’s, people used to “put up” fruit for the winter. They used apples for kettles of applesauce, lots of delicious pies and dried apple slices. Each apple had to be peeled—so many inventors wanted to ease the workload. Hundreds of inventors came up with mechanical peelers to make the job go faster. Ed Languish of Albany County has been collecting these gems for years. This year he’ll be displaying some of his mechanical peeling machines at the Altamont Fair. (August 12-17).
But is the machine really better than a man? Can a woman create a longer peel than a machine? Can a child peel a trip of shiny red apple that is longer than his/her Mom’s? We’ll answer these questions and more daily at the Agricultural Building at the Altamont Fair. Individuals will be able to publicly peel an apple for the longest strips. (Contests daily at 3pm and 6:30 )Mr. Languish will demonstrate his handcranked machine apple stripping. Will you try it? Will you win? Sign up early at the Agricultural Building each day. There will be ribbons. Albany County orchards will be donating fruit gift certificates to the winners.
We will supply the apples and the peelers. You supply the expertise.
Who can peel the longest strip from the apple? In one piece? Will it be you??
Thursday, July 31, 2008
ZOPPE CIRCUS
Did you know that you can see a family circus under the Big Top at the Fair. It is included in your admission to the Fair. So in addition to marvelous sheep and wonderful draft horses, you can see a performance of a circus. This is a really comfortable old timey feeling circus. The whole family will enjoy it. So make a point of coming to your local Altamont Fair.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
LAST CHANCE TO ENTER
Today July 30 is your last chance to enter items in the Altamont Fair. You must do it electronically. Just go to the fair website and click on enter electronically and you will be walked through the process.
Entries need to be registered in advance so that the volunteer workforce at the Fair can plan for the most positive experience for fairgoers. Pens need to be set up. Some items are judged before the Fair opens so that everyone who comes to the Fair can check out the awesome ribbon winners.
So show off that GIANT ZUCCHINI. Impress everyone with your GIANT TOMATO. Share that beautiful quilt you made.
ENTER TODAY
Entries need to be registered in advance so that the volunteer workforce at the Fair can plan for the most positive experience for fairgoers. Pens need to be set up. Some items are judged before the Fair opens so that everyone who comes to the Fair can check out the awesome ribbon winners.
So show off that GIANT ZUCCHINI. Impress everyone with your GIANT TOMATO. Share that beautiful quilt you made.
ENTER TODAY
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Draft Horse Show
Tuesday August 12 is the opening day of this year's Altamont Fair. There will be a draft horse show with horses coming from all over the state and maybe a few from our neighboring states. Horses will be shown at halter (individually) and then hitched up. You'll see six horse hitches all together in the showring. And then four horses and two and ladies cart and junior driving!! The New York State Draft Horse Club has contributed $150 to enhance the prizes for the youth classes. You won't believe the power and beauty of these animals.
Friday, July 25, 2008
RIDE CDTA
There will be bus transportation to the Fair this year. So you can get your entertainment locally and arrive on public transportation. You need a $3 day card. You take your local bus to Crossgates Mall and transfer to a bus to Altamont Fair. How much easier could it be? The ride home will go to Crossgates and you get on your local bus.
The bus rides are available daily August 12-17. The first bus leaves Crossgates at noon and the last bus leaves the fairgrounds at 10:30 pm.
Remember, you'll need an admission ticket to get into the Altamont Fair. Advance sale (discount) tickets are now available at your local Hannaford Supermarket.
Come enjoy your Altamont Fair.
The bus rides are available daily August 12-17. The first bus leaves Crossgates at noon and the last bus leaves the fairgrounds at 10:30 pm.
Remember, you'll need an admission ticket to get into the Altamont Fair. Advance sale (discount) tickets are now available at your local Hannaford Supermarket.
Come enjoy your Altamont Fair.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Not too late to enter
The Altamont Fair will be accepting electronic entries until July 30. How cool is that? So if you are a gardener or cake decorator or wizard seamstress or quilter or knitter or jam-jelly, check out the premium book on the Fair website and enter NOW. You can be part of the FUN.
Monday, July 21, 2008
online entries
July 23 at 5pm is the deadline for paper entries to the fair. However this year, in an effort to increase the convenience for our tech-savvy entrants, the fair will accept on-line entries. (and there is a later deadline for on-line entries.)
Zip on over to the Altamont Fair site(see upper right on blog) then click on Premium Book .There is another click to begin the on-line entry process. But I think you'll find it easy to do.
All right, lots more entries. lots more to ooh and ahh at the Altamont Fair.
Zip on over to the Altamont Fair site(see upper right on blog) then click on Premium Book .There is another click to begin the on-line entry process. But I think you'll find it easy to do.
All right, lots more entries. lots more to ooh and ahh at the Altamont Fair.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Advance Sale Tickets at Hannaford SuperMarkets
Ok, now we really know the fair is getting close...advance sale tickets are available at Hannaford Supermarkets in this region. (and you save money!!) You can also pick up a chili cookoff entry blank at the Hannaford near you. (The cook off will be Saturday August 16,2008. ) I know I have heard good things about your chili so lets put it to the test.......'
PS It is time to SEND IN your entry forms for the Fair. I just love seeing all the wonderful woodworking and quilts that people create. If you have questions about entering, just leave a comment and I will get back to you.
PS It is time to SEND IN your entry forms for the Fair. I just love seeing all the wonderful woodworking and quilts that people create. If you have questions about entering, just leave a comment and I will get back to you.
Monday, July 14, 2008
getting excited
Somehow whenever I see a ferris wheel, I know there's good times ahead. I like to ride the ferris wheel so I can look out over all the fairgrounds and get the big picture!
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Getting Busy
Well I stopped at the Fairgrounds yesterday and things were really hopping. The Old Songs Festival is this weekend and people had already arrived.
Things are perking along for the Altamont Fair too. There is going to be a sock dyeing demonstration in the Sheep Barn on Saturday afternoon. All through Fair Week there is going to be Apple Peeling Contests--just sign up when you get to the Fair. And the Zoppe Circus will be appearing all week!
Now if you are looking for a summer activity Make a SCARECROW--there is a contest for that too. The details are in the premium book under Scarecrows (there is no entry fee) The beasts can be traditional or modern--I've seen everything from brides to robots....just remember they are outside so they might be rained on or blown about. I have to go do something about one for my garden--the blueberries are ripening and the birds love them almost as much as I do. They enjoyed all my cherries even before I thought the fruits were ripe enough to pick!
Things are perking along for the Altamont Fair too. There is going to be a sock dyeing demonstration in the Sheep Barn on Saturday afternoon. All through Fair Week there is going to be Apple Peeling Contests--just sign up when you get to the Fair. And the Zoppe Circus will be appearing all week!
Now if you are looking for a summer activity Make a SCARECROW--there is a contest for that too. The details are in the premium book under Scarecrows (there is no entry fee) The beasts can be traditional or modern--I've seen everything from brides to robots....just remember they are outside so they might be rained on or blown about. I have to go do something about one for my garden--the blueberries are ripening and the birds love them almost as much as I do. They enjoyed all my cherries even before I thought the fruits were ripe enough to pick!
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Hair of the Dog
Voted Best Rock Band by the readers of the Albany Times Union Newspaper, June, 2008.
And they will be at the Altamont Fair on Wednesday August 13 at 8:30pm. Admission to the concert is included in your Fair admission...What a deal! Anyway the Grove will be rocking that night. And if you want to enjoy the music all summer, their latest CD is "Donegal."
Not having success getting pictures up yet but they will be coming!
And they will be at the Altamont Fair on Wednesday August 13 at 8:30pm. Admission to the concert is included in your Fair admission...What a deal! Anyway the Grove will be rocking that night. And if you want to enjoy the music all summer, their latest CD is "Donegal."
Not having success getting pictures up yet but they will be coming!
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Local talent
Check out some of the entertainment that you will see at the Altamont Fair. Here's a free download of music and a chance to support local talent.
MARIAVILLE CATTLE CO BAND
Is Schenectady’s Mariaville Cattle Company Band the World’s Hottest Unsigned Band?
Schenectady's own Mariaville Cattle Company Band is competing to be named the world’s hottest unsigned band. The local artists have entered The Gretsch Company’s Next Gretsch Greats, online battle-of-the-unsigned-bands celebrating the drum and guitar maker’s 125th anniversary.
Fans can vote for Mariaville Cattle Company band’s song, "County Line", or other favorite songs at www.gretsch125th.com every day from June 15 through July 16. Watch here for the results!
Check out their music with free downloads at www.cattleband.com and help support our local band with your votes.
MARIAVILLE CATTLE CO BAND
Is Schenectady’s Mariaville Cattle Company Band the World’s Hottest Unsigned Band?
Schenectady's own Mariaville Cattle Company Band is competing to be named the world’s hottest unsigned band. The local artists have entered The Gretsch Company’s Next Gretsch Greats, online battle-of-the-unsigned-bands celebrating the drum and guitar maker’s 125th anniversary.
Fans can vote for Mariaville Cattle Company band’s song, "County Line", or other favorite songs at www.gretsch125th.com every day from June 15 through July 16. Watch here for the results!
Check out their music with free downloads at www.cattleband.com and help support our local band with your votes.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
FLOWERS
Did you know that the Altamont Fair has a huge building filled with garden flowers and houseplants from people like us? We can try for a blue ribbon on our zinnia blossom or that fabulous dahlia that everyone envies. Please check the premium book on how to enter. Shortly I will discuss entering here but you can get a head start. Anyway, the reason I am mentioning this, besides loving to think about flowers, is that in gardening terms, YOU NEED TO GET PLANTED! Even houseplants need some time to get really comfortable in their pots. So get ready, set, garden this week.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Help Wanted
The Altamont Fair has many museums, farmhouse, schoolhouse, fire house, cars, carriages, machinery,etc. There are wonderful exhibits in each area. Sometimes the displays are new items, sometimes new presentations. Did you know that there will be an exhibit on the birth of modern medicine at the Fair this year? Anyway, during the Fair (and other times during the year), there is a need for volunteers to explain or interpret the exhibits to visitors. Please volunteer your time. Call the Fair office at 861-6671 and someone will get in touch with you to explain more precisely how you can help.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Bee Skeps
I was flipping through the Martha Stewart Living Magazine at the dentist the other day--the one with the fantastic beehive cake on the cover. Imagine my surprize to see a picture layout of various handmade bee skeps--these were used for housing bees long ago before beekeepers started using square wood hives. Anyway, I recognized one that I had seen being made at the Altamont Fair! I was so excited......the fair was the first time I had even heard of such a thing. Isn't it nice when something local is way ahead of the popular curve? Anyway, I was even more excited to find out that this bee skep making will be demonstrated at this year's Altamont Fair in the Grange Building. Using rye straw.....See you at the Grange building Thursday August 14 from 1til 5 in the afternoon or again in the evening. It's amazing!
Thursday, June 5, 2008
A NEW STAGE
THE
BANDSTAND
at ALTAMONT FAIR
ALTAMONT, NY
The Altamont Fair with the assistance of Jeff Thomas, Peter Bette and with other local businesses would like to announce the construction of a brand new stage on the infield in front of the main bleachers. The design and construction team being led by Jeff Thomas, Founder and President of WeatherGuard and Peter Bette owner and founder of Bette & Cring Construction has been working closely with the Altamont Fair Board of Directors to construct a Victorian style stage. Many remember that in 1995, the Altamont Fair historic grandstand was lost to a fire. This was a devastating loss to the Fair and to our community. Through the efforts of Peter and Jeff all aspects of the construction and design of the stage will be donated.
BANDSTAND
at ALTAMONT FAIR
ALTAMONT, NY
The Altamont Fair with the assistance of Jeff Thomas, Peter Bette and with other local businesses would like to announce the construction of a brand new stage on the infield in front of the main bleachers. The design and construction team being led by Jeff Thomas, Founder and President of WeatherGuard and Peter Bette owner and founder of Bette & Cring Construction has been working closely with the Altamont Fair Board of Directors to construct a Victorian style stage. Many remember that in 1995, the Altamont Fair historic grandstand was lost to a fire. This was a devastating loss to the Fair and to our community. Through the efforts of Peter and Jeff all aspects of the construction and design of the stage will be donated.
Monday, June 2, 2008
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Lady Antebellum
Lady Antebellum to play at Altamont Fair.
You may have seen them on the The Grand Old Opry Show on TV and now they’ve released a new CD Lady Antebellum. They have been chosen for the Yahoo.com user’s choice program. Check out the music at http://ladyantebellum.musiccitynetwrks.com/
Their performance at the Altamont Fair is included in the general admission ticket price.
August 12, 2008--come on out and enjoy!
You may have seen them on the The Grand Old Opry Show on TV and now they’ve released a new CD Lady Antebellum. They have been chosen for the Yahoo.com user’s choice program. Check out the music at http://ladyantebellum.musiccitynetwrks.com/
Their performance at the Altamont Fair is included in the general admission ticket price.
August 12, 2008--come on out and enjoy!
Monday, May 19, 2008
PREMIUM BOOK
Well the new premium book is available online. What is a premium book? It states the various competitions at the Altamont Fair and what the rules are for entering these contests. Maybe you have a fabulous chicken (or a wonderful recipe for biscuits.) Your youth group might be interested in constructing a SCARECROW. Or maybe you will have the perfect zinnia in your garden this summer.......Show these off at the 2008 Altamont Fair. I'll talk about how to do all this in another post. so check it out at the Altamont Fair website...linked on the right of your screen.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Grange
Fresh desserts
Remember to check out the Grange Building. There are exhibits entered into competition from local Grange chapters. There are live demonstrations daily, (soapmaking, quilting, beehive making, etc.) and best of all, they make from scratch desserts that are DELICIOUS—and you should go back daily because the desserts change. I am in a rush today but will post some pictures and more specifics. Be sure this is on your fair list.
Remember to check out the Grange Building. There are exhibits entered into competition from local Grange chapters. There are live demonstrations daily, (soapmaking, quilting, beehive making, etc.) and best of all, they make from scratch desserts that are DELICIOUS—and you should go back daily because the desserts change. I am in a rush today but will post some pictures and more specifics. Be sure this is on your fair list.
Monday, May 12, 2008
TOMATO
I am so ready for spring to hit this Albany, Schenectady, Greene County area. The tulips have been gorgeous but my mouth is watering for that first juicy tomato of the season. Tomato sandwiches are my lunch of choice in the summer. Anyway, guess what the Fair has come up with—a competition for the biggest tomato. I’ll find out more details but how big do you think we can grow them around here? I’m dreaming about it now. Will you have the BIG TOMATO of '08?
Sunday, May 4, 2008
HELDEBERG MOUNTAIN NATIONALS CAR SHOW
Helderberg Mountain Nationals Car Show
Lots of excitement on the Fairgrounds this weekend. May 10-11. There will be a classic car show, food, vendors, and a The Bellairs will play Saturday night 7-11..
Come Saturday---no admission charge. Gates open to public at 10 am.
Come Sunday—lots of cars and the actual car show. Judging at 2pm. But the gates are open to the public at 10 am. Admission charge.
Check it all out at www.helderbergmountainnationals.com
Lots of excitement on the Fairgrounds this weekend. May 10-11. There will be a classic car show, food, vendors, and a The Bellairs will play Saturday night 7-11..
Come Saturday---no admission charge. Gates open to public at 10 am.
Come Sunday—lots of cars and the actual car show. Judging at 2pm. But the gates are open to the public at 10 am. Admission charge.
Check it all out at www.helderbergmountainnationals.com
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
SATURDAY MAY 3
SATURDAY MAY 3
Yes, it is time for Altamont's village wide Flea Market and Garage Sale!!
There will be sales all over the village.........great bargains and good stuff.
There is free parking and NO admission to the Fairgrounds for buyers. There is LOTS of parking so it will be easy to carry your treasures to your car and SHOP some more.
There will be maps to show you WHERE the sales are. Breakfast available at the Church Restaurant on the Fairgrounds.
The sale will run all day 8:30-4pm.
And the weather is supposed to be great so come on out.
Yes, it is time for Altamont's village wide Flea Market and Garage Sale!!
There will be sales all over the village.........great bargains and good stuff.
There is free parking and NO admission to the Fairgrounds for buyers. There is LOTS of parking so it will be easy to carry your treasures to your car and SHOP some more.
There will be maps to show you WHERE the sales are. Breakfast available at the Church Restaurant on the Fairgrounds.
The sale will run all day 8:30-4pm.
And the weather is supposed to be great so come on out.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Village Garage Sale
Hurry, the deadline to be on the MAP is April 19.
Altamont Fair is joining up with the Altamont Elementary School PTA to hold THE Village wide flea market and garage sale on Saturday May 3, 2008. There are spots available on the fairgrounds to make it easy for buyers to find you. (And in case of inclement weather--there is room for you inside.) But HURRY---the map will be set after April 19 and you want to be on it.
Go to the Altamontfair.com website for sign up form and where to send your money. (Only $25 for a prime spot to empty your clutter!! Wow!!)
Come on- be a part of this.
Altamont Fair is joining up with the Altamont Elementary School PTA to hold THE Village wide flea market and garage sale on Saturday May 3, 2008. There are spots available on the fairgrounds to make it easy for buyers to find you. (And in case of inclement weather--there is room for you inside.) But HURRY---the map will be set after April 19 and you want to be on it.
Go to the Altamontfair.com website for sign up form and where to send your money. (Only $25 for a prime spot to empty your clutter!! Wow!!)
Come on- be a part of this.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Friday, March 21, 2008
SCHOLARSHIPS
Hey! I just found out something fair related but not happening in August. The Altamont Fair is a member of the New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs, Inc. The fairs across New York state have gotten together to offer six scholarships to students who have participated in the fairs and who plan to study agriculture or fair management.
The NYSAAF and the NYSSA offer an annual scholarship program which is available to students who are New York State residents, who currently are (or have previously been) active in a fair that is a member of the NYSAAF and who plans to attend (or already attends) college in pursuit of a degree in agriculture or fair management. The fair where you have been active must endorse your application and will submit it for you. Our website www.nyfairs.org offers a complete list of our member fairs
BUT you have to hurry.
The deadline to submit your application (and you can’t do it online) is the second Saturday in April. There is an essay and there is an application form. And you can find them both at the www.nyfairs.org website. Oh yeah , it is for people already in college or high school seniors.
Good luck!
Hey! I just found out something fair related but not happening in August. The Altamont Fair is a member of the New York State Association of Agricultural Fairs, Inc. The fairs across New York state have gotten together to offer six scholarships to students who have participated in the fairs and who plan to study agriculture or fair management.
The NYSAAF and the NYSSA offer an annual scholarship program which is available to students who are New York State residents, who currently are (or have previously been) active in a fair that is a member of the NYSAAF and who plans to attend (or already attends) college in pursuit of a degree in agriculture or fair management. The fair where you have been active must endorse your application and will submit it for you. Our website www.nyfairs.org offers a complete list of our member fairs
BUT you have to hurry.
The deadline to submit your application (and you can’t do it online) is the second Saturday in April. There is an essay and there is an application form. And you can find them both at the www.nyfairs.org website. Oh yeah , it is for people already in college or high school seniors.
Good luck!
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Hi there!
Hi, the Altamont Fair is one of my favorite places in August. It is a three county fair in New York’s capital district. I thought you might be interested in some of the details I have discovered.
Even though it is March, hello Spring?, the fairgrounds are pretty empty with snow drifts. Here are some recent pictures.
Even though it is March, hello Spring?, the fairgrounds are pretty empty with snow drifts. Here are some recent pictures.
But lots of volunteers are all ready gathering ideas and promises to make 2008 a great fair.
And it will be green and full of great displays and lots of people and lots of things to see.
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