Archive for January, 2009

The New Jersey State Fair Sussex County Farm and Horse Show is held annually for ten days during the beginning of August in interestingly the town of Augusta. It’s not known whether the organizers decided to hold the fair during this month each year because of the name of the town or not. The town and fair is in the rural northwestern part of New Jersey and you will find lots of agriculturally based activities to enjoy.

Besides Horse Shows there are 4-H exhibits of which the kids statewide are very proud. You’ll also find Honey Bee demonstrations held daily, which may or may not attract fairgoers. It depends on how you feel about bees in general. The Commerford Petting Zoo not only has local animals such as goats and ponies, but you’ll find more exotic Elephants and Camels and have a chance to ride on them. On the fairgrounds you’ll find a baby animal nursery that houses all of the newest additions that make an appearance while at the fair. The baby chicks are by far the biggest draw.

Live entertainment at the state fair comes in many forms. Wander around the fair and you just might find the Chainsaw Artist exhibit and have a chance to watch art come to life before your eyes. The pet show gives dog, cat and other domesticated pet owners a chance to show off their best friends. Lovers of the Polka should look for the annual Polish Night and Polka Contest and dance the evening away. If you had a chance to admire the Chainsaw Artist exhibit during the fair you can come place some bids on the work during the Chainsaw Sculpture Artist Auction on the last day of the fair.

Those who don’t mind paying a little extra can find nightly fun at the Outdoor Entertainment Area. This venue hosts fireworks, demolition derbies, pulls, balloon rides, and lots of other competitions.

When you visit the fair you can stay in one of the many different types of lodging available. There are hotels, local campgrounds, RV sites, and bed and breakfasts. Bring your own car and you’ll find that parking at the state fair is free.

Gail Leino is known throughout the internet world as Mrs. Party. She has become the internet’s leading authority on selecting the best possible party supplies with clever themes. Her simple party planning approach demostrates how to use proper manners while teaching etiquette with organizational skills. She shares lots of interesting fun facts. See travel vacations for more tips and holiday spot destinations.

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Comments No Comments »

Recently voted the most dangerous city in Western Europe, many people may have a largely negative view of Glasgow as a tourist destination. However, since achieving the status of European Capital of Culture in 1990, it has developed a wide range of cultural activities for visitors to enjoy, from sports like football and curling. to opera and art appreciation. As the largest city in Scotland - the population of Greater Glasgow exceeds 1 million people - its attractions are diverse and eclectic, and the city is a perfect destination for people wanting to enjoy a highly cultural weekend break in Scotland.

While Edinburgh is known as the festival capital of Scotland for the variety of festivals that take place in August, Glasgow’s festivals have the benefit of being spread across the entire calendar - so visitors to the city are sure to enjoy at least one of Glasgow’s cultural festivals whatever time of year they visit. Glasgow’s festivals include the Glasgow Comedy Festival, Celtic Connections, the Glasgow Film Festival and most recently, Glasgay!, a festival celebrating gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender arts.

The theatre scene in Glasgow is also buzzing throughout the year, with a range of old and modern theatres, such as the Kings Theatre, the Tron and the Citizens Theatre. One of Glasgow’s most dynamic venues is The Arches, a multi-purpose venue which first opened in 1991. As a bar, arts venue, theatre, live music venue and nightclub, The Arches combines a variety of entertainment to provide both residents and visitors to Glasgow with an excellent arts and music centre. Centrally located underneath Glasgow Central Station, the Arches should be an essential place to visit on any weekend break to Glasgow.

In fact, Glasgow’s entire live music scene is always bursting with energy. Some of the city’s main venues include the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, the SECC, the Barrowlands and King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, where Oasis were first spotted and signed many years ago. Some of Britain’s most famous musical stars hail from Glasgow, including the Fratellis, Franz Ferdinand, Travis, Mogwai and Wet Wet Wet.

Glasgow even offers a host of galleries and museums. The renowned Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, for example, recently underwent restoration, and has now reopened to the public. Other galleries include the Burrell Collection and the Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow (or GoMA), which is the most visited contemporary art gallery in the United Kingdom, outside London. Glasgow is evidently one of Europe’s most cultural cities, and a perfect place for people to visit, whether just at the weekend or for a prolonged period of time. With more and more people taking weekend breaks, many hotels, such as the Hilton, offer special weekend break packages, so you can enjoy all the delights of Scotland’s premier city without busting your bank account.

Author’s Website: PR Sending

Tags: , , , , , , , ,

Comments 1 Comment »

Atlantic City entertainment presents thrills in a unique way. There is no dearth of entertainment in this resort city and fun and amusement comes in a variety of ways. The city is famous for its rollicking nightlife and adult entertainment centers.

The major names in entertainment industry, exciting sports and vivacious dance clubs are all components of the Atlantic City nightlife and entertainment panorama. Tourists will come across many Atlantic City clubs, sporting events, theaters, museums, the Miss America Pageant and many other local enticements.

The Boardwalk Hall, seats 13,800 and hosts a range of sporting activities, shows, family events, the Miss America Pageant and other presentations. Tourists paying a visit to Boardwalk Hall will certainly be entertained.

Those desirous of a rich cultural event can see a show at the Dante Hall Theater of Arts or The Sound of Philadelphia. People looking for fun and laughter can pay a visit to The Comedy Stop Caf

Tag:

Comments No Comments »

The iPod Store New Digital Picture Frames at EDGE! On Sale Today!
Close
E-mail It