[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16552]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  IN HONOR OF THE MONTEREY COUNTY FAIR

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 28, 2006

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Monterey 
County Fair on an outstanding 70 year tradition. During the week of 
August 15-20, 2006, the 7th District Agricultural Association's 
official County Fair will be enjoyed by both community residents and 
visitors with a theme of ``That's Entertainment.''
  The Monterey County Fair promotes Monterey County's rich agricultural 
heritage with livestock demonstrations, displays and auctions to raise 
money for scholarships, including the participation of over 5,000 of 
Monterey County's youth through programs such as FFA and 4-H in 
festivities offered at the fair.
  Exhibitors can choose from agriculture, horticulture and floriculture 
divisions for those with a green thumb, visual arts for the crafty and 
artistic, home arts for culinary whizzes and wine makers, and 
photography for camera buffs. Livestock categories include cattle, 
sheep, swine, rabbits, and poultry. These fun and friendly competitions 
are a chance to win both ribbons and prize money.
  The Fair hosts Kids' Day, Seniors' Day, and Special Friends Day so 
that all children under age of twelve, all senior citizens living in 
Monterey County, and citizens of who are mentally or physically 
challenged can enjoy the fair.
  The Monterey County Fair provides an excellent showcase of the 
unique, creative talents of the residents of Monterey County including 
crafts, fine art and photography. With over 200 categories for 
exhibitors to choose from, such opportunities increase self-esteem and 
community pride for all ages. This year they have added such innovative 
educational exhibits as a Living Food Pyramid that showcases local 
produce and teaches nutrition in a dynamic way, a Birthing Barn, Kid 
Tractor Pulls, a special new Kids Club, a Wild West Express Act, a 
special Street Rodder Car Show, and the all new Battle of the Bands.
  The Monterey County Fair has launched a year-round Kid's Club to 
encourage Monterey County kids to learn more about the Monterey County 
Fair and get involved with many Fair activities year-round while having 
fun, such as the Read and Ride contest, coloring contest, and special 
Kids' Day activities.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Monterey County and all its citizens, I 
want to acknowledge the valuable contributions of the Monterey County 
Fair, and wish them all the best on their 70th anniversary.

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