For Immediate Release: March 5, 2009

For more information contact: Pennie C. Rorex Director of Communications 209-668-1333 ext. 336 – Office

Employee Fun at the Fair

 The Stanislaus County Fair will be “cooking up fun” for your group at the 2009 Stanislaus County Fair!

The Stanislaus County Fair announced this week that it will once again host company picnics and group gatherings during the Fair’s 10-day run.  This year the Stanislaus County Fair offers three picnic packages.  Menu choices include chicken and tri-tip BBQ or hot dogs and hamburgers.  Also available are unlimited rides, an 8-foot welcome banner with your company’s full-color logo, special appearance at your picnic by one of the Fair’s strolling grounds acts and your company’s name in lights on the Fair’s giant LED sign on the day of your picnic.  All packages include parking, fair admission and a reserved, shaded tent to dine under.
            The Stanislaus County Fair’s company picnic program is award-winning—it was honored with a 1^st place award by the Western Fairs Association.

“Companies can rely on the finest customer service from our special events team,” said Diane Coryell, special events coordinator for the Stanislaus County Fair.  “We will attend to all the details to make your company picnic a memorable one for all!”
            The Fair’s company picnic packages range in price from $30 per adult to $51.50 per adult, depending on the amenities included with each package.  Each company picnic package also has prices for children age 12 and under and for children age 5 and under.

“The Stanislaus County Fair is the perfect venue for an unforgettable picnic experience,” said Tony Leo, chief executive officer of the Stanislaus County Fair.  “The Fair, which has twice been voted ‘favorite all-around event’ in the Modesto Bee’s Readers Choice Awards, has the variety and entertainment that will appeal to everyone who attends your picnic.”
            For more information on how to get your group booked for an employee fun company picnic, contact Diane Coryell, special events coordinator, at events@stancofair.com or (209) 667-7024.  Complete details can also be found at www.stancofair.com, on the “Company Picnics” page.
            The Stanislaus County Fair is now in its 98th year. The 2009 fair opens Friday, July 31, 2009, for a 10-day celebration of Stanislaus County's rich agricultural heritage. The theme of this year's fair, "Renewable Fun," encourages both adults and children to appreciate the blending of tradition with innovation in order to preserve our environment while enjoying its abundance.  

            The mission of the Stanislaus County Fair is to provide a family and community oriented experience promoting agriculture, entertainment and technology. For more information about the Stanislaus County Fair log onto its website at www.stancofair.com. 

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