CLEAN AND GREEN EXPO NEW TO 2009 STANISLAUS COUNTY FAIR

            Companies who offer reusable, renewable or recyclable products or services are invited to participate in the Stanislaus County Fair’s new Clean and Green Expo.          

            With the theme “Renewable Fun,” the 2009 Stanislaus County Fair will feature a new mini trade show of vendors and organizations who offer eco-friendly products or services.  The Clean and Green Expo is currently sponsored by the Modesto Irrigation District and Turlock Irrigation District.  Sponsors of the expo will receive a 10’ x 10’ exhibit space for all 10 days of the fair. 

Basic sponsorships begin at the $1,000 level.  Major sponsorships are $2,500 and up and include full-color logo presence on many of the fair’s marketing collaterals, in print advertising and on its highly-visited website. 

            “As consumers, we are always looking for ways to reduce our energy bills, green-up our lifestyles and help our families make better choices for the future,” said Pennie Rorex, spokesperson for the Stanislaus County Fair.  “The Stanislaus County Fair’s new Clean and Green Expo will be the perfect place to seek a variety of options all under one tent. We are very appreciative that MID and TID have come forward to be leaders of this new fair venue.” 

For detailed sponsor information regarding the Clean and Green Expo, contact Jenny Dornan at (209) 668- 4392 or email sponsors@stancofair.com.

To receive future fair announcements by text message, text the word “FAIR” to 47645. Fair enthusiasts can also follow how the 2009 fair is developing at twitter.com/stancofair. In addition, you can find fair news at facebook.com by searching for ‘StanislausCounty Fair.’ Fair news and event listings are also available at myspace.com/stancofair. Detailed information about the 2009 Stanislaus County Fair is on the fair’s website at www.stancofair.com.

The Stanislaus County Fair is now in its 98^th 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.