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Homemade, Homegrown, History, the theme for the 77th annual Colusa County Fair is an invitation to celebrate the way of life we are so very proud of here in Colusa County.

I would like to welcome you to Colusa County and invite you to enjoy every aspect of our Fair.

Colusa County is rich in all that makes families strong. The heritage of loving all things homemade, homegrown and relishing our history helped to bring us from the circa 1899 formation of the 44th District Agricultural Association (Colusa County Fair’s host) to present day, continuing to grow Colusa County Fair that is our tradition here.

This year’s Fair has something for the whole family. Every effort has been made to bring top-notch entertainment, by providing more stages, expansion of our Kid’s World and the addition of more ongoing entertainment there.

Our Grandstand Stage will for the first time in many years feature a live concert with the Saturday night presentation

of “Who’s Bad”, the Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute. This is a complete stage review tribute to the King of Pop. It’s not a cover band; it’s a production and a tribute to Michael Jackson’s life and his music.

Our Veterans will be honored with a performance by the USAF Band and free entry day, the Chef’s Challenge is returning with three local chef’s competing and there will be returning and new attractions and entertainment throughout the four day Colusa County Fair June 9-12, 2016.

It is with great pride and gratitude to our hundreds of sponsors and volunteers that we welcome you to the

77th annual Colusa County Fair where you will find all things Homemade, Homegrown and rich in History.

Sincerely,

Jonathan Howard, CEOColusa County Fair

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Back in the day. . .The 44th District Agricultural Association (44th DAA) history began before the turn of the century. This year it is celebrating its 77th year.The 44th DAA was formed in 1899 and held what is called the first in a modern series of annual expositions (Colusa County Fair) in 1900.E.C. Peart was dubbed the “father” of the Colusa County Fair. Previous publications on the origin of the Fair described Peart as a merchant who in spite of poor health had been in business in various locations of Colusa County since 1870.It was Peart, who in 1899 was the owner of the Bargain House on Fifth and Market, who helped to organize the 44th DAA.The County was constituted as the 44th DAA by

an act of the legislature adopted on March 31, 1897 but it wasn’t until 1899 that the 44th DAA was organized as the host of the county fair. Peart circulated a petition to garner the needed signatures to get the ball rolling. As reported in the Daily Colusa Sun in June, 1899, the first board of directors was appointed by the Governor at that time. They were; William Ash and L.G. Manor of Williams, C.D. Stanton of Arbuckle, J. F. Campbell of Maxwell, C. P. Wilson of Grand Island and W.R. Merrill, William M. Harrington and Peart all of Colusa. The biggest job proved to be soliciting public subscriptions of funds to support the fair and the races to be held at the same time.While the legislature had appropriated $1,400 for a county fair in Colusa County, much more was deemed needed. The March 17, 1899 act appropriating this sum contained a stipulation that none of it could be used for races or to foster any kind of gambling activities.Peart and his committee managed to raise $8,750 to be offered as purses during the five days of racing at the first Colusa County Fair. Just as many Colusa County business people and individuals have done, and continue to do today;

Peart followed his philosophy of supporting his community and it’s County Fair.“The fair is beneficial to the community,” according to Will S. Green, Daily Sun editor who wrote and published the statement in 1899. “It lets the outside world know that there is such a place as Colusa, brings about a friendly rivalry between pumpkin, grain, fruit, sheep, cattle and horse raisers and is an inducement for everyone to improve on what they raise,” he wrote.. . . and so it goes; just as it was in the beginning, The Colusa County Fair remains a huge part of the pride, promotion and love of what the people of Colusa County are so very proud of sharing with its visitors.Editor’s note: Information contained in this article was found in an article by Robert L. Johnson which was published in the Colusa Sun Herald on June 16, 1976.

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Colusa County Farm Bureau

What is Farm Bureau?• A grassroots organization.• The voice of reason for farmers and ranchers at the local, State and federal levels.• Protecting the rights of farming and ranching families.• Sharing the message of Colusa County and California agriculture.• Enhancing the public perception of California agriculture.• Creating connections between the farmers and consumers.

YOUNG FARMERS & RANCHERSIf you live in Colusa County your life is a�ected by agriculture one way or another. If you are between the ages of 18 – 35, come join us! Young Farmers & Ranchers meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at di�erent county locations. We socialize and have dinner while discussing current events and issues relating to agriculture. We have a wide variety of members and everyone has things to contribute.

Young Farmers & Ranchers provide scholarships to local high school graduates. Donations were up to $3250.00 in 2015.

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We have our Annual Trap Shoot in November each year and that is our primary fundraiser. We also provide community service to local organizations.

We have many social events including summer co-ed softball, barn parties, costume ball, and generally have a good time while “networking”.

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Tell us about yourself.I have lived in Colusa County all my life except for a short stint at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for college. My parents were Michael V. and Kirsten K. Doherty who farmed in the Arbuckle area. We are part of a multi generational Colusa County farming family. I went to Pierce High School in Arbuckle and then received a degree in Fruit Science from Cal Poly. Returning home to join the family farm and started farming with my father and later my brothers Sean and Tim. I married Amy (Myers) Doherty in 1996 and we have two children: Molly, 18, who graduates from Pierce High School in June, and Emma, 14. who is a freshman at Pierce High School. My wife Amy and I currently operate Chamisal Creek Ranch where we grow wine grapes and almonds and manage high density olive plantings. We also own and operate Grindstone Wines, our wine label that is made entirely from Colusa County grapes.

What do you love about Colusa County? I love the rural atmosphere, the small town feel and being surrounded by friends and family.

Tell us about your involvement in the fair foundation? I am a proud member of the Colusa County Fair Foundation and have

been since its inception. The board of the Foundation is working hard to preserve our Fair’s heritage and viability. Through membership, strategic alliances and fundraisers we feel we are making a difference. What do you look forward to the most about serving on the board? As a recent appointee to the 44th D.A.A. Fair Board I am looking forward to carrying on the mission of the Fair Foundation. I also will work in making sure that the Fair is under sound management and that it offers something to all the citizens of Colusa County in one manner or another.

What are your favorite things about our fair?For me as a past 4-H and F.F.A exhibitor and 4-H leader, my favorite thing about the Fair is the Junior Livestock Show and Auction. To see all the kids working hard on their projects and showing them to the best of their ability after months of hard work is something we should be proud of.

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I began working as the Voice of the Fair over thirty years ago when Roger Gibbs became fair manager. I was in charge of the program at the Colusa County Center of Yuba College and Roger was teaching night classes for us. When he was appointed manager he came to me and said if he was going to continue teaching for me at Yuba, I’d have to go to work for him during the fair. I’m still here.

We’ve have some great entertainers here at the Colusa County Fair over the years. One of my all-time favorites were The Drifters who performed here two different years. They put on a terrific show. Freddy Fender was great, very friendly and easy to work with. The Nelson’s likewise. We’ve had some great local entertainment including the Poppinga Family, Highway 20, and years ago Cottonwood. The ground acts we’ve had over the years have been fun and entertaining.

I used to say, each year I’d go from the world of academics to working for a week with clowns, jugglers, and carnies. I honestly enjoyed it, otherwise I wouldn’t have continued to do it. I’d go from wearing a tux for the Mini-Miss and Miss Colusa County pageants, to wearing shorts and getting hit with mud at the derby.

When I was growing up, the back fence of our property was adjacent to a fairground, so I’ve always been around fairs ever since my childhood. When I first began working at the Colusa County Fair I said I was doing it for our kids. Now I say I work at the fair for my grandkids. In reality, I really enjoy working at the fair. To me, it’s like a family or class reunion. I get to see people that I might only see once a year, and it’s at the fair! As my family has always said, “Fair time is Fun Time.”

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Kids AreaFreddie PrezFreddie Prez will host crazy contests on his stage with multiple shows daily. These are memorable contests for everyone to participate in. Plus, you could win great prizes, and it’s all free. Have you ever caught a water balloon that has been shot up into air with a 7 foot cannon? How about catching toilet paper shot from a 220 mph blower? Can you be the fastest to crank a balloon full of water until it explodes? Every show will be different, so you can come back and play all day! Additionally, there will be activities in between the contests, so there’s never a moment without fun with Freddie Prez!

Pedal Pullers (by All-Alaskan) “Everyone Competes!”Get ready for Kid power! This year at the Colusa County Fair, kids ages 4-12 will get behind the wheel of a

genuine John Deere or New Holland custom built, high performance pedal tractor and roar down the track to see how much they can pull and how far they can pull it. This is real power – pedal power!

All-Alaskan Racing PigsThe Famous All-Alaskan Racing Pigs are a team of the fastest and funniest athletes to serve up entertainment anywhere! Flat-track racing and hurdling are their specialties, but a good gag is always on the menu. Sourdough Jack and Soapy Smith have been cooking up fun since their first races in Fairbanks, Alaska. Don’t miss them at the fair – You Never Sausage a Show!

Flo the ClownWe all love Flo the Clown!! She will be located in Kids World and will also be roaming the grounds.

Kristen and Doug ClownsYou don’t want to miss the opportunity to meet Kristen and Doug Clowns! You’ll be entertained with juggling, unicycles, stilt walking, face painting, balloon twisting and more!

Festival StageMadison HudsonRaised in the small town of Wheatland California, Madison convinced her parents to spend the money they had saved for her college tuition on sound gear so that she could form a band. Her promise to them was that she would graduate from high school a year early and make enough money singing to pay for college herself. Madison did graduate a year early and has just completed her first year of college that she paid for and she has enrolled and paid for her full second year already. Never one to let something stand in her way of getting on stage and sharing her passion of country music, Madison has had the opportunity over the last four years to sing with some of the best vocalists around. She has shared the stage with the Doobie Brothers. She has opened for several national artists and sat in with most of the current bands playing in Northern California. At the age of twelve she recorded her first song and produced a music video. Never one to be labeled or placed in a category, Madison’s vocals are unique in country music. Madison can be found in the audience of a show as much as on stage. Always wanting to take the music closer to the listener and drawing them in, always a pleasure to talk to and one of the most grateful musicians you will find.

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Hannah Jane KileHannah Jane Kile on first impression is sweet and lovely, bright and cheerful... then, with a flourish of harmony pouring from her guitar, she steps up to sing and you enter another realm. Hannah is radiantly fluent in the universal language of multi-instruments & song where she has the gift of making seriously beautiful music with effortless grace. Her performances are always artistically

surprising and deeply moving. She finds treasure in even the most daunting of life’s experiences. Her songs and her voice, soulful and haunting, are magic, as she fearlessly shares the most complex of emotions with her listeners often drawing comparisons to her heroes Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, & Adele.

High NoonHigh Noon is a hot and fresh Rockin’ Country Band, no solo man. They’re a band that all grew up in the country and play all of the new age country music with big guitar sound, punching drums, and 4 part vocal harmonies. All young and friendly musicians, High Noon is a band like no other around. They are all pro musicians who have played with big touring acts such as Big and Rich, Merle Haggard, Montgomery Gentry, Tyler Farr, Clint Black and even Tesla to name a few. With combined talents that have played all over California, Nevada, Texas and Oregon they decided to create a band that will blow people away as they hear them for the first time.

Main StageRovetti & MeatballsRovetti & Meatballs is a well-known band from Sonoma County. Since 2006, they have entertained audiences across Sonoma County and beyond with their tireless energy and amazing ability to rock people of all ages. Melding the essence of Rock, Bluegrass, Swing and Blues, Rovetti & Meatballs has created an entertaining and captivating style of music like no other. ‘Rovetti & Meatballs’ is their latest album, with infectiously uplifting songs that are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and make you want to dance the night away!

Splash Dogs!Making a splash between the Mall Area and the Main Stage is Splash Dogs! Splash Dogs is a nationally recognized dog enthusiast company

that organizes and promotes dock jumping events across the United States. Splash Dogs strives to provide a family oriented competitive atmosphere. Splash Dogs is a sanctioning body for dock jumping and dock diving events. Splash Dogs tracks overall event and individual rankings as well as offering a multi-level titling program for all participants.

Entry is open to all local dogs. More information regarding how to enter will be available shortly.

Spice IslanderPaul Snagg “The Spice Islander” was born in St. George’s Grenada. Paul grew up listening to many steel drum bands (pan sides) and eventually was drawn to the “pan yard” like a magnet. Paul’s first practice was with a band in Richmond Hill led by “Gabby” Worme.

Paul has been a member of the Harmonics Steelband since 1980. The Harmonics has warmed the hearts of many pan lovers in the San Francisco Bay Area with their varied repertoire over and over again. Paul also performs on Steel Drums with the legendary Caribbean All Stars Reggae Band.

Sacred FireSacred Fire Dance, also known as Obsidian Butterfly, is a performing arts group that has been providing entertainment for events, parties, festivals, and corporate gatherings since 2003. Based in Sacramento, California, our shows include multiple styles of dance and music, infused with myth and fantasy to create a unique story told through movement. Specializing in fire dance and light shows; we offer a variety of entertaining options by networking with talented performers and dancers throughout Northern California.

Riccardo AlonzoRiccardo Alonzo is a showcase artist who creates vibrant paintings in minutes in choreographed performances that involve martial arts skills and ultraviolet light. He incorporates gymnastics and martial arts by using his hands,

feet and nun-chucks to paint his spectacular creations for live audiences in minutes.

Riccardo has a passion to reach disadvantaged and at-risk youth with a message of hope that is motivational and inspires kids to live for their dreams. With this passion in mind, he recently started an art school in his home town in central California.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTSTUESDAY JUNE 7THStill Exhibit Judging 2:30 PM Jr Avian Show/Primary Avian ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA6:00 PM FFA Mkt Goat Show/4-H Mkt Goat ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA

WEDNESDAY JUNE 8TH8:00 AM FFA Mkt Swine Show/4-H Mkt Swine ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA1:00 PM FFA Jr Rabbit Show/4-H Jr Rabbit ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA1:00 PMPrimary Member Walk on Show - Rabbits TK MARSHALL ARENA7:00 PMMini Miss Colusa PageantGRANDSTANDS STAGE

THURSDAY JUNE 9TH8:00 AMFFA Mkt Beef Show/4-H Mkt Beef ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA2:00 PMFFA Sheep Showmanship & 4-H Mkt Sheep ShowTK MARSHALL ARENA4:45 PMOfficial Opening With VFW And American Legion Posts Colusa CountyMAIN GATE5:00 PMGates/Buildings Open KIDS DAY12 & Under Admitted FreeOne Price Carnival Rides 5PM-Midnight For $30.005:00 PM Razz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN5:00 PM Colusa County Scholastic Achievement Day Coordinated By The Colusa County Office Of Education NORTH GATE5:00 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD5:30 PMRovetti & The Meatballs - Rock, Bluegrass, Swing and BluesSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE5:30 PM Hannah Jane Kile - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE5:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD6:00 PM Flo’s Dig For Coins/Treasure Hunt Sponsored By Butte Sand & GravelKIDS WORLD6:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN6:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD6:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD6:30 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD6:45 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns FESTIVAL STAGE7:00 PM Rovetti & The Meatballs - Rock, Bluegrass, Swing and BluesSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE

7:00 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD7:00 PM King & Queen of Freckles Contest Sponsored ByLCMS Awards KIDS WORLD STAGE7:00 PM Razz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN7:30 PMHannah Jane Kile - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE7:30 PMFlo’s Funnel Cake Eating ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE8:00 PM Miss Colusa County Pageant Sponsored By Stagehands Theater and The Chet Shifflett Jr. Scholarship FundGRANDSTANDS8:00 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD8:00 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD”8:00 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD8:30PMRovetti & The Meatballs - Rock, Bluegrass, Swing and BluesSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE8:30 PMFlo’s Bubble Gum Blowing ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE8:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN8:45 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns FESTIVAL STAGE9:00 PM Razz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN9:00 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD9:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD9:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD9:30 PM Hannah Jane Kile - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE9:30 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD10:00 PM Rovetti & The Meatballs - Rock, Bluegrass, Swing and BluesSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE10:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN10:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD11:00 PM ALL BUILDINGS CLOSE12:00 AM MidnightFAIR CLOSES

FRIDAY JUNE 10TH9:00 AM 4-H Dog Care & Training SOUTH OF TK MARSHALL ARENA9:00 AM Jr Pygmy Goat Show TK MARSHALL ARENA9:00 AM Primary Walk-On Show Pygmy Goat Show TK MARSHALL ARENA11:00 AMSmall Animal Round RobinTK MARSHALL ARENA12:00 PM Senior Citizen’s Picnic Sponsored By The City Of Colusa, Parks & Recreation, Colusa Rotary, Colusa Lions Club, And Vierra Brothers.ETCHEPARE GARDEN1:00 PMMain Exhibit/Floriculture/4-H Buildings Open For Senior Citizens5:00 PMGates/Buildings Open SENIOR CITIZENS DAYFree Admission For All Seniors 65 & Over 5:00 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum Entertainment MAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD5:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN5:00 PM Madison Hudson - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE5:30 PM Riccardo Alonzo - World Renowned Speed PainterSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE5:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD5:30 PM Dairy Show TK MARSHALL ARENA6:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD6:30 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD6:30 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD6:45 PM Kristen & Doug ClownsFESTIVAL STAGE7:00 PM Riccardo Alonzo - World Renowned Speed Painter SUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE7:00 PM Keith Erickson’s Chef ’s Cooking Competition Sponsored By Colusa Casino COMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING7:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN7:00 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD7:30 PM Madison Hudson - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE7:30 PMFlo’s Dig For Coins/Treasure Hunt Sponsored By Butte Sand & GravelKIDS WORLD7:30 PMLarge Animal Round RobinTK MARSHALL8:00 PM MOONLIGHT MADNESS Buy One Wristband & Get One Free For Carnival Rides! CARNIVAL

8:00 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD8:00 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD8:30 PM Riccardo Alonzo - World Renowned Speed Painter SUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE8:00 PM Razz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN8:00 PMFlo’s Bubble Gum Blowing ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE8:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD8:30 PM Mr. Cinderfella PageantGRANDSTANDS STAGE8:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD8:45 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns FESTIVAL STAGE9:00 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN9:30 PMMadison Hudson - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE9:00 PMFlo’s Ice Cream Eating ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE9:30 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD9:30 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD9:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD10:00 PMRiccardo Alonzo - World Renowned Speed Painter SUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE10:00 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD10:00 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN11:00 PM Madison Hudson - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE11:00 PM ALL BUILDINGS EXCEPTFESTIVAL HALL CLOSE12:00 AM MidnightFAIR CLOSES

SATURDAY, JUNE 11TH 8:00 AM Auction Buyer’s Registration TK MARSHALL ARENA9:00 AM Junior Livestock Auction Sponsored By Colusa-Glenn Farm CreditTK MARSHALL ARENA12:00 PMJunior Livestock Buyers LuncheonTK MARSHALL1:00 PMAg Mechanics AuctionTK MARSHALL


2:00 PMSale of Champions Champion Market LivestockTK MARSHALL3:00 PM Gates/Buildings Open MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY Free Admission For All Active, Reserve, Retired, and Disabled Veterans With Military ID 3:00 PM CARNIVAL OF FUNWristbands $30.00 Unlimited RidesCARNIVAL3:00 PMSacred Fire - Captivating, Entertaining And Beyond Impressive! Illuminating Fire & Light ShowSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE3:00 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN3:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD3:30 PM Def Cats - Classics Songs From The Best Bands Of Every EraFESTIVAL STAGE4:00 PMKeith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN4:00 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE4:00 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD4:00 PM The Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD4:30 PMSacred Fire - Captivating, Entertaining And Beyond Impressive! Illuminating Fire & Light ShowSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE4:30 PMFlo’s Funnel Cake Eating ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE5:00 PM Diaper DerbyKIDS WORLD5:00 PM Stardust Dance Group ETCHEPARE GARDEN5:00 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD5:30 PMDef Cats - Classics Songs From The Best Bands Of Every EraFESTIVAL STAGE5:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD5:30 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD5:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD6:00 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD6:00 PM Flo’s Dig For Coins/Treasure Hunt Sponsored By Butte Sand & GravelKIDS WORLD6:00 PM The United States Air Force Band Of The Golden West - A Once In A Lifetime Experience. SUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE 6:30 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN6:30 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE

7:00 PMTickets On Sale And Gates Open For “Who’s Bad”GRANDSTANDS7:00 PMFlo’s Ice Cream Eating ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE7:00 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD7:00 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD7:30 PMSacred Fire - Captivating, Entertaining And Beyond Impressive! Illuminating Fire & Light ShowSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE7:30 PM Keith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN7:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD7:30 PMDef Cats - Classics Songs From The Best Bands Of Every EraFESTIVAL STAGE8:00 PM“Who’s Bad” Concert BeginsGRANDSTAND STAGE8:00 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE8:30PMFlo’s Bubble Gum Blowing ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE8:30 PM Razz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN8:30 PMSplash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD8:30 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD8:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD9:00 PMSacred Fire - Captivating, Entertaining And Beyond Impressive! Illuminating Fire & Light ShowSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE9:00 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE9:30 PMDef Cats - Classics Songs From The Best Bands Of Every EraFESTIVAL STAGE9:30 PMKeith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN9:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD10:00 PMThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD10:30 PMSacred Fire - Captivating, Entertaining And Beyond Impressive! Illuminating Fire & Light ShowSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE10:30 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN11:00 PMALL BUILDINGS EXCEPTFESTIVAL HALL CLOSE12:00 AM Midnight FAIR CLOSES

SUNDAY, JUNE 12TH12:00 PM Awards Presentation For FFA/4HTK MARSHALL ARENA3:00 PMGates/Buildings Open PAY ONE PRICE CARNIVAL RIDES Wristbands $30.00 Unlimited Ride 3:00 PMGolpes Del OesteSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE3:00 PM - 9:00 PMProgressive Buffet - Free Admission / Reservations Required. Visit The Main Office For More InformationCOMMUNITY CENTER BUILDING3:00 PMKeith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN3:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD3:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents - Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes! KIDS WORLD4:00 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN4:00 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE4:00 PM Tentatively Splash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD4:00 PM TentativelyThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum Entertainment MAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD4:30 PMFlo’s Funnel Cake Eating ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE5:00 PMFuria LinceSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE5:00 PMKeith Bear - Storyteller, Flute Maker & MusicianETCHEPARE GARDEN 5:00 PM Kristen & Doug Clowns KIDS WORLD STAGE5:00 PMKids Tractor Pulls - Super-Modified, High Performance, Ground Shaking Pedal Tractors. What More Could A Child Ask For?KIDS WORLD5:30 PMFreddie Prez Presents -- Exciting Fun Contests & You Could Win Prizes!KIDS WORLD5:30 PMDestruction Derby Tickets on SaleGRANDSTANDS5:30 PM High Noon - Country MusicFESTIVAL STAGE5:30 PM TentativelyThe Spice Islander - Steel Drum EntertainmentMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD5:30 PM Tentatively Splash Dogs - Watch Dogs Jump From The Edge Of The A Dock Diving Into The Water To Compete For DistanceMAIN EXHIBIT COURTYARD6:00 PMRazz Vio - Electric Violin & Drum DuoETCHEPARE GARDEN6:00 PM Flo’s Dig For Coins/Treasure Hunt Sponsored by Butte Sand & GravelKIDS WORLD6:30 PMFlo’s Bubble Gum Blowing ContestKIDS WORLD STAGE6:30 PMPig Races - The Fastest & Funniest Athletes. You Never Sausage A Show!KIDS WORLD7:00 PMExplosionSUN VALLEY RICE MAIN STAGE

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FAIR ATTRACTIONSEtchepare GardenKeith BearMandan-Hidatsa storyteller and musician Keith Bear weaves a magic of story, song, history and personal reflection that enchants audiences of all ages. Reflecting the dignity and spiritual wisdom of his ancestors, he inspires reverence for the

earth and all our relatives, gratitude for the diversity of human experience, and appreciation of the beauty of traditional Native American songs and stories, many of which have been shared for hundreds of years. Keith Bear is an educator who works with students of all ages in school programs and residencies. He is an award-winning recording artist for Makoche Records who performs solo and ensemble concerts through the United States and Europe.

RazzVioRazzVio is a violin and electronic drum duo that reinvents familiar pop and rock arrangements from an entirely different angle. Through live looping, they feature powerhouse vocals with a modern beat and a unique violin designed to build songs with the sophistication of a string quartet. Razz is a songwriter and classically trained musician. She performs with a custom 6-string electric violin called a ‘Viper Violin’ which allows her to sing and play at the same time and encompasses the range of a violin, viola, and cello. Kevin Proctor is a multi-instrumentalist as well as the producer and engineer of the project. The duo have toured throughout the United States with their intimate, self-sustained, and volume-controlled setup; delighting listeners in concert halls and street corners since 2013. Prepare to be enthralled by their music and talent. Don’t miss them this year, they are a MUST SEE!!

Grandstand EventsWho’s BadNow heading into their second decade as the Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, Who’s Bad continues to show their dedication and devotion to the King of Pop, playing in more cities worldwide to more fans than any other MJ tribute act. Their social media following has exploded in recent years as well; the band recently surpassed 311,000 likes on Facebook.

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North Carolina alum, Vamsi Tadepalli, has grown to be something bigger and more symbolic than he ever dreamed it could be: “After college, we started rehearsing in my parents’ basement to prepare for local and regional shows in the Southeast. With a critical approach to the music and visuals, we put everything we had into our performances – word spread quickly, and today the band is an internationally touring act. Back then, not even in my dreams was this a possibility.”

In the last decade, Who’s Bad has cemented a legacy as the fan’s choice of Michael Jackson tributes by consistently delivering performances that thrill Michael Jackson fans and quickly win over skeptics.

Destruction DerbyThe 2015 Destruction Derby was a huge success due to a higher involvement from our sponsors and community. The Destruction Derby was significantly larger than previous years with a total of 25 Full Size Entries (the highest entry rate in the State of California), Truck and Compact entries, as well as a purse that exceeded $5,000.

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Growing Up in Colusa CountyI started 4-H at the age of 9 and was involved for ten years. I never took an animal to auction, but participated in breeding projects and showing cattle. A highlight was always the round robin competitions every year, which I even had the opportunity to win a couple times. I believe that the Colusa County auction is the highlight of the fair. It gives our youth the opportunity to participate in local agriculture. Going and seeing our kids working hard and doing their thing is great! I love our rural community, and the fact that we’re so small. Living here gives people the opportunity for great friendships and a family-like community. Louis Kaelin

My mom and dad were both heavily involved in the fair. My dad was part of the fair’s opening ceremonies every year as far back as I can remember. He and my mother both dedicated a lot of their time to the fair, as well as the Arbuckle 4-H program. I will never forget the first year I had a steer at the fair. He got spooked and somehow got loose from his stall area in the livestock barn and took off running through the fairgrounds! I just remember a huge stampede of cowboys running after him! After a long jaunt around the fair, they finally got him lassoed and back in the barn. My poor parents. It wasn’t a great memory for them, but is definitely one I won’t forget!

Stacey Peterson Harrington

I raised animals, but I didn’t take them to the fair because there wasn’t an auction. I did take my steer to the Maxwell rodeo so the kids could all pet him and people could see him. When I was young, we had to sell our animals at a regular auction for market price.

We also got to go to the Cow Palace so the city kids could see how we lived and we could see how they live, but I think they learned more from us.

The best experience I had, my claim to fame, was the test plot I did with feeding almond hulls to lambs in 1948. The woolgrowers gave me 6 lambs for the project. I gave 2 straight alfalfa, 2 ½ alfalfa and ½ almond hills and 2 straight hulls. The ones that got ½ alfalfa and ½ hulls did the same as those that just got straight alfalfa. I had to go the annual Woolgrowers association meeting and give a presentation on my project. The Etchepere family promoted the project. That next year we got 50 cents a ton for our hulls! Raymond Charter

Raising animals has always been a family tradition for us. My brother Jimmy and I would battle it out over feeding and walking the lambs. Although it could get a little tense at times, I always knew he had my back and would help out when I needed him. It’s fun to see the tradition continue and see my kids, along with my niece and nephew, involved with livestock. This time of year reminds me of my dad, and I only wish he could be here to see all of the kids take part in the fair. I have such great memories of the fair with my family and it’s wonderful that we continue to create more each year.

Susie Traynham Stassi

I loved the fair! It meant school was out, summer was beginning, and best of all, I was done with my lamb. The funniest 4-H memory I have was taking our lambs to the weigh-in day in the back of my mom’s station wagon. When we got them back home, they escaped out of the car, scared the cow in the pasture, and the cows broke through the fence and ran through the tomato field. It was a train wreck! Thankfully, Charlene LaGrande and her posse came to the rescue!

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