The Milwaukee Post

10 • Milwaukee Post • August 2, 2013 OPINION It's time for the 2013 Wisconsin State Fair Wisconsin summers are all about the outdoors, making the most of sun and warm weather without snow on the ground. From long walks and Harley rides to tending the grill and many other activities, Wisconsin summers are delightful. We also celebrate one of our oldest traditions: The Wisconsin State Fair, Aug. 1 through 11. Things have changed since the first State Fair during 1851 at Janesville. The original fair admission was ten cents and was hosted on a six-acre plot along the Rock River. Featuring a 200-pound squash and plowing competition drawing between 13,000 and 18,000 fairgoers, it was the largest gathering in Wisconsin history . The fair grew over the next three decades, and was at various locations including Watertown, Fond Du Lac, Madison, and Milwaukee. It was not until 1892 that the fair settled at the permanent location at West Allis' State Fair Park. Over the last 16 decades, the fair expanded from six acres to nearly 200 acres and exceeds 900,000 fairgoers. This year's 162nd annual celebration will feature several new additions, including 70 new food items, the Sporkies Food Competition, and White Tiger Discovery . Keeping with tradition, do not forget to stop by the 30-foot inflatable corn ear and chow down some corn at the New Berlin Lions Club Corn Roast to support worthy causes. Come visit me and other Lions and Lioness Club volunteers at the Lazich corner of Central Avenue and Second Street. The Lions Club has maintained the stand since 1957 and they make excellent corn. Each of the over 100,000 ears of sweet corn is always grilled to perfection and dipped in real butter. The entire process is powered solely by volunteer labor and 100 percent of the profits benefit various charities around the state, so you may as well enjoy two! Be sure to get a beverage at the adjoining Lioness soda booth. Again, 100 percent of the profits benefit worthy causes. of tigers in the wild. Check in during the day for a chance to observe keepers feeding the tigers and learn about conservation efforts. New attractions White Tiger Discovery Featuring the last five remaining species The Great American Duck Race The Racing Animal Arena will now be hosting daily duck and pig races. Races take When Summer REALLY Hits, Will You Be Ready? 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE The Sporkies Over 40 vendors will participate in the Wisconsin State Fair's first annual food competition. Keep a look out for Sporkie participant posters at participating vendors' windows. Each of the eight finalists and winners will display large flags at their locations. Bite into the competition and pick up a list of all the entries at any Fair Information Center. Garden walk Enjoy a tranquil garden walk featuring a gravel garden, green wall, and topiary horse. Herb's Superb Bucks Milk House Check out the new milk house on Grandstand Avenue and Main Street. See the new renovations while enjoying your favorite glass of milk, still just 25 cents. Support your local Farmers Farmers Market Saturday Back by Demand 4015 S. Howell Ave US Bank Parking Lot 4227 S. 13th St. Milwaukee 414-281-5350 "At Your Service" 414.481.2777 www.dmheating.com • Prompt, professional service since 1979 414.744.6370 233698023 Sponsored by US Bank & Milwaukee Post SATURDAY AUGUST 3RD This week's farm family returns to the Garden District Farmers market for the second year and we are happy they have come back. Tao and her family have been farming for six years in Oak Creek. Originally from Thailand, Milwaukee has been their home for 20 years after living in Decatur, IL and St. Paul, MN. They are the proud parents of four children - two in college, one in high school and one in preschool. The farm is a family affair and all the kids help with the farm and selling at the Westown and Butler markets in addition to the Garden District. Their hard work yields great veggies and flowers and you can find them at stall 60 on the East path. Looking for crafters & license food vendors. Call Mike at 262-835-2327 D&M Heating and Air Conditioning (State Sen. Mary Lazich, R-New Berlin, represents parts of Milwaukee, Racine, Walworth, and Waukesha counties. She can be reached at Sen.Lazich@legis.wisconsin.gov or on the Web at www.senatorlazich.com.) Buy Food! Meet Tao Moua and Yeng Vang! Starting 7/27 thru October. Whether service or a replacement, you can trust your family's summer indoor comfort with our NATE Certified technicians. place every hour, alternating between duck and pig races. Pick your winner and cheer them on at the corner of Second Street and Badger Avenue. Be Well: Family Boot Camp! With Jessica Melton Weigel of Mantra Fitness from 1PM-2PM. ~ Donations appreciated. Jessica Melton Weigel, owner of Mantra Fitness at 4202 S Howell Avenue, offers private and group training, TRX, yoga and family fitness workshops. For the rest of July and the first week of August we present Family Boot Camp at the Market. Boot Camp classes include a warm up, a butt-whooping, then a cool-down and stretch. For more information visit mantrafitnessmke.com or "like" her at facebook.com/MantraFitnessmke. Equipment is not provided. Bring your towel. Come a few minutes early to sign a waiver (required) and please park on 6th Street or in the Water Tower parking lot. If it's raining, class is cancelled. Be Fed: 1-5pm find great veggies from amazing farmers! The corn is calling! Nothing says summer like sweet corn any way you like it and our wonderful farmers are bringing it this Saturday so bring your shopping bags and get your fill! RAIN OR SHINE! On a NEW Carrier high efficiency heating and cooling system. What: 162nd Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular Where: Wisconsin State Fair Park,West Allis When: through Aug. 11; 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. final Aug. 11 Cost: $10 for adults 12 and older, $7 for senior citizens 60 and older, $7 for active military and veterans with ID, $6 for youths ages 6 through 11, and children 5 and younger are free Parking: $10 per vehicle; variety of shuttle buses and flyers offered throughout the area Website: www.wistatefair.com THIS SATURDAY AT THE Celebrating Our 8th Year Rozzina Farms 8:30am - Noon Get Up To $1,000 in Cash Back with Tax Credits* *Up to $500 tax credit + $500 for furnace and A/C from WFOE and WE Energies reward. At a glance Vendors Welcome: Space for vendors is available at season-long rates or the daily stall rate of $25. Call 414-430-4711 for more information. See us at www.gardendistrictfarmermarket.com and like us on Facebook. 233447011 By SEN. MARY LAZICH The Market is presented by the Garden District Neighborhood Association and sponsored by:

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