Friday, June 22, 2012

Volusia County Fair & Expo Center Welcomes Railroad Show and Sirens Roller Derby this July

Summer in Central Florida just got a bit faster! Rolling into the Volusia County Fair & Expo Center July 14 will be the Railroad Show & Sale, and the Red, White & Bruised Thunder City Derby Sirens Roller Derby. Plus, July 2 kicks off preparations for the 2012 Volusia County Fair as applications will start being accepted for community arts and horticulture exhibits during the Nov. 1-11 event.

With only five months remaining until the 2012 Volusia County Fair & Expo, now is the time to submit applications for all divisions in livestock, baked goods, creative arts, sewing, canning, photography, Amateur Talent Show, Miss Volusia County Fair, and horticulture exhibits, including bees and honey.

Applicants are encouraged to turn in all paperwork during Fair office hours (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday) now through October 5 except for all Livestock being due August 31, 2012. For a complete list of entries and exhibitions, contact the Volusia County Fair office at (386) 734-9515 or download the 2012 Exhibitor, Livestock and Small Animal Handbooks from the Fair’s website, www.volusiacountyfair.com.

The 40th Annual Florida Rail Show & Sale returns to the Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, July 14. More than 200 tables of model trains and railroad collectibles will be for sale and viewing. Visit www.gserr.com for more details and a $1 off admission coupon.

The Sirens Roller Derby returns to the Fairgrounds at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 14. Spectators can enjoy some swift competition between the Thunder City Derby Sirens and Dub City, which begins at 7 p.m. Adult tickets are $10 at the door, $8 in advance. Tickets for children ages 6-12 are half-price, while children age 5 and under are admitted free. Visit www.derbysirens.com for more information and to purchase tickets. 

Monday, June 4, 2012

June brings Youth Show contenders, Roller Derby and Health Fair to the Volusia County Fair & Expo Center

Year-round activities at the Volusia County Fair & Expo Center continue this June with Youth Show livestock weigh-ins, a Roller Derby, and the 6th annual Univision community health fair.

The 2012 Volusia County Fair & Youth Show may be six months away, but for school-aged participants looking to show their livestock and small animals in the Nov. 1-11 competition, the time to start preparing is now. Youngsters interested in showing their livestock or small animals in the 2012 Volusia County Fair are encouraged to turn in all paperwork during Fair office hours (9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Friday) from June 1 through August 31. Competitors are encouraged to call the Fair office at (386) 734-9515 for more details.

On a similar note, the first 2012 market steer weigh-in will be Saturday, June 9, from 8 – 10 a.m. Entry forms, waivers, and fees for participants in the 2012 Volusia County Fair & Youth Show are due at that time.  Spectators are welcome and admission and parking is free.

Do you love bunnies? If you do, you'll probably enjoy seeing the cutest, fluffiest, most loved ones around at the Florida Rabbit & Cavy Show that begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 2, and concludes when all animals are judged. The event is hosted by the American Rabbit Breeders Association, which serves Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Puerto Rico. Parking and admission are free, and the event is open to the public.

It's Roller Derby Night at the Volusia County Fair & Expo Center again on Saturday, June 9! Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and competition between the Thunder City Derby Sirens and Lakeland Derby Dames begins at 7 p.m.  Adult tickets are $10 at the door, $8 in advance. Children ages 6-12 are half-price, children age 5 and under are admitted free. Visit www.derbysirens.com for more event information and tickets.

The 6th annual Feria de Salud y Comunidad “Community Health Fair” will be from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, June 23, inside the Tommy Lawrence Arena.  The free health event is expected to attract 2,500, and its purpose is to provide health information and community resources to the community.