From the Executive


Director Lisa Hinton


Well, the year and Federation ac-


tivities are flying by! It’s hard to believe that the Spring Fair season is almost half over – where does the time go! The Federation has been excep-


tionally busy with events so far this year. We also held our 3rd Annual Fair’ Partner’s Shoot out – it was a


great networking opportunity and we were pleased to have so many IAFE, NICA, OABA, and Federation members – both Fairs and Associates - participate. Thank you for your support! The State Fair also hosted a Florida Fair Appreciation Reception


which was a gracious offer on their part to invite all our Florida Fairs to join them for a day at the State Fair. We appreciate their efforts to reach out to all our Florida Fairs to strengthen their relationship across the state. The event was also well attended by NICA, OABA, and IAFE members. We also participated in the Farm Bureau Legislative Days at the


end of January in an effort to further our relationships with our elected officials. It was a great trip and we know that we are building strong partnerships with our elected officials through these one-on-one visits. I get so excited about what Fairs are doing in our communities


and in the lives of young people!!!!!! I’ve been working in this industry for 36 years and it is still as exciting today as it was the first day I started! A special thanks to Doris Graska and Elaine Miller for taking on


the gargantuan task of producing this newsletter! Ladies, the Federation is truly indebted to you for your service! A special thanks also to our Associate Members for your contin-


ued support of the Federation and our Fairs. You are such a vital part of our “Fair Family”! Hope we see you at the Convention – it’s going to be a great


one! Li SUBMIT YOUR FAIR


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59 Accurate Event Group 51 Agri-Puppets 69 All Star Stunt Dog Show 45 Arnold Amusements 58 Banana Derby 07 Belle City Amusements 12 Belmont Magic 20 Belmont Magic 60 GL Berg 25 Michael Blaine 25 Capitol International 48 Communications Direct 47 Coronas 24 Data Print 21 Day Decorating 27 Disc Connected K-9s 66 Dorado Graphics 02 EMC Tickets 43 ETIX 31 Fair Publishing House 29 Farmers’ Almanac/Geiger


39 Florida Dairy Farmers 52 Haas-Wilkerson Insurance 36/37 Harmony Artists 63 Indiana Ticket Co. 33 Mojoe Productions 06 National Ticket 71 North American Midway Ent. 62 Pittman Magic 65 Play With Giants 05 Populous 57 Reithoffer Shows 19 RMA Presents 26 Sugarland Express 42 The Labamba Show 53 The Moogician 50 The One Man Band 15 Triangle Talent 41 Tricky Dog Show 61 UMS Banking 10 Uncle Tod Motor Sports 13 Wade Shows


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Advertisers.................................................................................................... 4 Ag Committee Report.................................................................................. 12 Associate Member News............................................ 52,60,61,63,64,65,68,70 Associate Members (new) ........................................................................... 67 Attorney’s Corner.......................................................................................... 6 Board of Directors......................................................................................... 3 Board Meeting Notice.................................................................................... 3 Commissioner of Agriculture...................................................................... 29 Convention News ...............................................................................1,8,9,11, Executive Director......................................................................................... 4 Fair Partner’s Shootout......................................................................53,54,55 Faircracker Advertising............................................................................... 18 Florida Fair News .........................................14,16,17,18,19,21,22,23,25,26,27 Florida State Fair Reception....................................................................56,58 Golf Tournament ........................................................................................... 9 Guest Column—Are Fairs Still Relevant, Mark Harvey................................ 6 Hospitality Committee Report..................................................................... 12 IAFE............................................................................................................. 30 IAFE Awards................................................................................................ 35 IAFE First Timer—Jay Spicer...................................................................... 32 IAFE Rising Star Award—Miranda Muir ...................................................... 24 IAFE 2017 Convention................................................................... 34,38,40,41 Important Dates............................................................................................. 3 Legislative Visit ............................................................................. 44,46,48,49 NICA............................................................................................................. 51 OABA........................................................................................................... 50 President’s Message..................................................................................... 3 Remembering Those. .................................................................................. 70 Ride Advisory Committee ........................................................................... 50 Summer Workshop...................................................................................... 18 YPI ............................................................................................................... 28 Zone 2..................................................................................................... 31,38


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