The National Model Railroad Association, a 501(c)(3) not for profit educational organization, was founded at the first National Convention over Labor Day Weekend, 1935. The initial goal was to develop standards for scale model railroad equipment to facilitate interchangeability and operation of equipment between modelers, clubs and others.
Today, the NMRA is a world wide organization, with over 18,000 active members, associates, families and clubs dedicated to the hobby of scale model railroading in all it's facets, supporting a hobby of many diverse interests that all relate to the greater world of trains and railroads.
On Tuesday (August 8th, 2023), from 1pm-3pm, and on Wednesday and Thursday (August 9th and 10th) from noon-3pm, the Kidwatch Program will be at the County Fair. The mission of Kidwatch is to create Emergency ID cards for children of all ages. Officers will gather personal information of children (height, weight, DOB, pictures, emergency contact info) from the parents and create an ID card to be used by the parent in case of an emergency. Officers will also interact with the children and families and develop positive relationships.
Blake Parhamovich is an up-and-coming Northeast Ohio children’s entertainer! As a child, Blake always loved watching balloon artists at events, so for Christmas when he was 6 years old, Blake got a balloon kit. Blake started making basic balloons for friends and family. When Blake’s neighbors had birthday parties, Blake always brought his balloons. As his balloon bending abilities developed, Blake then started receiving requests to perform at parties. He also started adding other skills to his repertoire, like unicycling, juggling, magic, and stilt walking! In Blake’s free time he rides his unicycle with the St. Helens Unicycle Drill Team in Newbury, Ohio. Blake has performed for companies like Make a Wish, Cerebral Palsy Association, Hemophiliac Walk, and many more!
Dangerous objects! Perilous stunts! Feats of strength and balance! Jason D’Vaude, self-taught one-man multiple-adjectived circus sensation, brings his comedic juggling, fire, and clowning shows to audiences around the world, delighting them with his charming humor and distinct but refined awkwardness. After seeing Jason juggle sharp objects, climb up precariously-balanced objects, ride an extra-tall unicycle, or manipulate fire like a master, audiences are left speechless except to say “that was AWESOME!”
Weighing in at over 2000 lbs, when you talk horse power, the Belgian Draft Horse is the measure by which all breeds must be judged. While occasionally a bit temperamental, for the most part Belgians are gentle giants. That said, given their awe-inspiring size and strength, they can be pretty much whatever they want to be. They've pulled our wagons and plowed our fields, so we owe these enormous equines a sizeable debt of gratitude. We humans are just along for the ride.
From hissing cockroaches to spiders, this show has it all. Learn about and see both live critters as well as some other “buggy” items like eggs, sheds and exoskeletons. More info: Click here
Various representatives from Hoopernova will be on hand all week, teaching Hula Hoop technique before their performances, including night glow hooping shows. Fortunately, two of the best hoopers in the world are from the Cleveland area: Stee Bax and Angelina Rose (performing in the video below). You will be amazed what each can do with a hula hoop.
Stee Bax is based out of Solon, Ohio, she has performed at professional sporting events, live concerts, conventions, in music videos, photo shoots, and more. She performs single hoop dances with fire, LED, and day-taped hoops. Additionally, Stee Bax hosts fitness demonstrations on Hula Hooping, so if you're looking for a good way to work off those elephant ears, look no further.
Angelina Rose has spread her own unique combination of dance and light painting throughout the Great Lakes region and beyond. In between her world travels, she teaches children of all ages Hoop Dance at a local Parma studio. Find out more at the Hula Hoop lessons that will be at the Cuyahoga County fair this year!
If you're attending the Cuyahoga County Harness Races on Tuesday, August 9th, be sure to visit with MGM Northfield Park's Bob Roberts from 2:00PM-4:00PM at the Grandstand for Handicapping 101, in which Bob will offer insights on how to read a race program, while providing pari-mutuel wagering tips.
Bob Roberts is a native Clevelander who grew up in Willowick. He knew he wanted to be a sportswriter when his father took him to an Indians game and he asked who those guys were typing on a countertop behind home plate in the upper deck of old Municipal Stadium.
"They're sportswriters," said his dad. "That's their job."
Roberts began his career at the Mentor Morning Monitor before heading over to The Willoughby/Lake County News-Herald where he was named sports editor in 1970 at the age of 22. Roberts was hired by The Cleveland Press in 1973 and returned to The News-Herald when the Press folded in 1982. The Cleveland Plain Dealer hired Bob in 1985 and he remained there for over 20 years before accepting a buyout in 2006.
Roberts has won numerous awards. They include best harness story in North America, best Preakness story, a Golden Quill for feature writing in western Pennsylvania, and more than 10 state-wide writing awards in Ohio.
The Fearless Flores Thrill Show not only features a stunt man, but a stunt woman... and their stunt kids, all hailing from Myakka City, Fla. They earned a spot in the quarterfinals of Season 6 of “America's Got Talent.” In their first appearance, the two daredevil Flores kids, ages 8 and 13, rode motorcycles in the Globe of Death. Their dad, Ricardo, just happened to be standing in the globe while the kids looped around him at top speed. Ricardo didn't even seem to be fazed by it, probably because the Flores kids have been daredevils since the ages of 4 and 6 and are now the youngest brother and sister team to conquer the Globe of Death. The Flores family upped the ante in their next appearance by adding mom Arcelia to an already dangerous mix.
Imagine the person that was sitting next to you just a few minutes ago is now up on stage and can’t remember their own name! Or better yet one of your friends is up on the stage claiming that their belly button was stolen. Then with a snap of David’s fingers they enter back into a hypnotic trance. Sounds entertaining huh? This is just the beginning of what to expect in the show.
No one is forced to volunteer. David will invite anyone who wants to get hypnotized to join him and fill the 15-20 chairs that are on stage. In just a few moments your friends and the rest of the volunteers fall into a hypnotic trance. Then the fun begins!
It is comedy like no other. Mainly because YOU and YOUR FRIENDS are the stars of the show!
Adam Calvert (born July 6th, 1992) grew up in a small town in Southeastern Ohio. At the age of twelve, he moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee where he made his start as an entertainer. Calvert graduated from the prestigious School for the Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) in Cincinnati, Ohio as a Vocal and Piano Major. This resulted in him being featured on the hit MTV show "Taking The Stage" (season 2), which was nominated for a 'Teen Choice' award.
Calvert has had the opportunity to open for several major recording artists such as Parmalee, Canaan Smith, Phil Vassar, Martina McBride, Marty Haggard, James Otto, B.J.Thomas and Marty Stuart, as well as being the headliner for many other events. Calvert is an avid singer/songwriter that enjoys playing at benefits and other charity events. He plays several instruments including the guitar, piano and the violin.
Calvert currently travels back and forth from Ohio to North Carolina and Tennessee where he plays with two different bands. In his spare time, he also performs acoustic shows as well as weddings and private events. You can find several of Calvert’s songs on adamcalvertmusic.com , SoundCloud, and ReverbNation. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at Adam Calvert.
Please join us for Harness Racing action with Pari-Mutuel wagering (betting) on 9 or more races. Pick your favorite horse by name, driver colors or the horse that catches your eye. Fans come from near and far to enjoy some of Ohio’s best 2- and 3-year-olds competing. Northfield Park regular announcer Ayers Ratcliff paints a picture of the action packed one-mile races, including exciting stretch drives for the WIN. We look forward to seeing you, your family, and friends for an exciting evening of racing action, and family fun at the FAIR!
So long as the track is safe for racing, this is a rain or shine event!
And if you're attending the Cuyahoga County Harness Races on Tuesday, August 8th, be sure to visit with MGM Northfield Park's Bob Roberts from 2:30PM-4:00PM at the Grandstand for Handicapping 101, in which Bob will offer insights on how to read a race program, while providing pari-mutuel wagering tips.
Bob Roberts is a native Clevelander who grew up in Willowick. He knew he wanted to be a sportswriter when his father took him to an Indians game and he asked who those guys were typing on a countertop behind home plate in the upper deck of old Municipal Stadium.
"They're sportswriters," said his dad. "That's their job."
Roberts began his career at the Mentor Morning Monitor before heading over to The Willoughby/Lake County News-Herald where he was named sports editor in 1970 at the age of 22. Roberts was hired by The Cleveland Press in 1973 and returned to The News-Herald when the Press folded in 1982. The Cleveland Plain Dealer hired Bob in 1985 and he remained there for over 20 years before accepting a buyout in 2006.
Roberts has won numerous awards. They include best harness story in North America, best Preakness story, a Golden Quill for feature writing in western Pennsylvania, and more than 10 state-wide writing awards in Ohio.
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 – 4:00 p.m.
Age 5 to 7 years – First Place Trophy (Limit 15 contestants)
Age 8 to 13 years – First Place Trophy (Limit 15 contestants)
Age 14 to 19 years – First Place Trophy (Limit 15 contestants)
Age 20 and up – First Place Trophy (Limit 10 contestants)
While Brian has thrilled audiences nationwide with his electrifying salute to the King of Rock & Roll, he has also been called upon to reproduce the works of other notable celebrities, from Las Vegas crooners like Wayne Newton, to country stars. In this Oldies Salute, Brian Brenner will amaze you with his virtuosity while bringing back to life some of your favorite tunes from days gone by.
The Fearless Flores Thrill Show not only features a stunt man, but a stunt woman... and their stunt kids, all hailing from Myakka City, Fla. They earned a spot in the quarterfinals of Season 6 of “America's Got Talent.” In their first appearance, the two daredevil Flores kids, ages 8 and 13, rode motorcycles in the Globe of Death. Their dad, Ricardo, just happened to be standing in the globe while the kids looped around him at top speed. Ricardo didn't even seem to be fazed by it, probably because the Flores kids have been daredevils since the ages of 4 and 6 and are now the youngest brother and sister team to conquer the Globe of Death. The Flores family upped the ante in their next appearance by adding mom Arcelia to an already dangerous mix.
Learn about and see a variety of animals including reptiles and mammals. This is a fun and interactive show for kids and animal lovers of all ages. More info: Click here
Blake Parhamovich is an up-and-coming Northeast Ohio children’s entertainer! As a child, Blake always loved watching balloon artists at events, so for Christmas when he was 6 years old, Blake got a balloon kit. Blake started making basic balloons for friends and family. When Blake’s neighbors had birthday parties, Blake always brought his balloons. As his balloon bending abilities developed, Blake then started receiving requests to perform at parties. He also started adding other skills to his repertoire, like unicycling, juggling, magic, and stilt walking! In Blake’s free time he rides his unicycle with the St. Helens Unicycle Drill Team in Newbury, Ohio. Blake has performed for companies like Make a Wish, Cerebral Palsy Association, Hemophiliac Walk, and many more!
Dangerous objects! Perilous stunts! Feats of strength and balance! Jason D’Vaude, self-taught one-man multiple-adjectived circus sensation, brings his comedic juggling, fire, and clowning shows to audiences around the world, delighting them with his charming humor and distinct but refined awkwardness. After seeing Jason juggle sharp objects, climb up precariously-balanced objects, ride an extra-tall unicycle, or manipulate fire like a master, audiences are left speechless except to say “that was AWESOME!”
Weighing in at over 2000 lbs, when you talk horse power, the Belgian Draft Horse is the measure by which all breeds must be judged. While occasionally a bit temperamental, for the most part Belgians are gentle giants. That said, given their awe-inspiring size and strength, they can be pretty much whatever they want to be. They've pulled our wagons and plowed our fields, so we owe these enormous equines a sizeable debt of gratitude. We humans are just along for the ride.
Elvis Presley is more popular today than at any time in history. In the world of entertainment, Brian Brenner stands alone as the most authentic and exciting Elvis stylist in the business.
For over 16 years, Brian has thrilled audiences nationwide with his electrifying salute to the King of Rock & Roll. Brian is careful to portray Elvis in a manner that is dignified, respectful and historically accurate, paying strict attention to every detail. The result is as amazing as the image and illusion of Elvis comes alive in the most genuine creation ever staged!
Brian is an accomplished performer who has performed at venues across the country. From showrooms, corporate events, fairs, festivals, car shows and private events, Brian brings audiences a newfound sense of appreciation of Elvis' music. His carefully crafted tribute reminds us of why Elvis is America's best-loved icon.
4-H Project Runway 6-8pm (Pre-Registered Teams Only)
This 4-H event features the best in fashion and style! (pre-registered teams only) For more information on this Jr. Fair event or others, feel free to stop by the Jr. Fair building and talk to any of their friendly team members.
So what's all the buzz about? Well, bees of course. The oft under-appreciated honey bee is responsible for pollinating much of the world's agriculture. They also produce honey... a favorite of both bears and people. Given their declining populations due to disease, lack of diet diversity, pesticides and other factors, honey bees have been in the news over the past decade, which makes it more important than ever for bee-keepers around the world to help reinvigorate the honey bee population. Needless to say, if there were no honey bees, we would all feel the sting. So come check out our hive and learn how honey is extracted from honey combs. You can even buy some of the honey produced on the fairgrounds--a sweet treat to help support our resident bee-keepers!
Adam Calvert (born July 6th, 1992) grew up in a small town in Southeastern Ohio. At the age of twelve, he moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee where he made his start as an entertainer. Calvert graduated from the prestigious School for the Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) in Cincinnati, Ohio as a Vocal and Piano Major. This resulted in him being featured on the hit MTV show "Taking The Stage" (season 2), which was nominated for a 'Teen Choice' award.
Calvert has had the opportunity to open for several major recording artists such as Parmalee, Canaan Smith, Phil Vassar, Martina McBride, Marty Haggard, James Otto, B.J.Thomas and Marty Stuart, as well as being the headliner for many other events. Calvert is an avid singer/songwriter that enjoys playing at benefits and other charity events. He plays several instruments including the guitar, piano and the violin.
Calvert currently travels back and forth from Ohio to North Carolina and Tennessee where he plays with two different bands. In his spare time, he also performs acoustic shows as well as weddings and private events. You can find several of Calvert’s songs on adamcalvertmusic.com , SoundCloud, and ReverbNation. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at Adam Calvert.
The Fearless Flores Thrill Show not only features a stunt man, but a stunt woman... and their stunt kids, all hailing from Myakka City, Fla. They earned a spot in the quarterfinals of Season 6 of “America's Got Talent.” In their first appearance, the two daredevil Flores kids, ages 8 and 13, rode motorcycles in the Globe of Death. Their dad, Ricardo, just happened to be standing in the globe while the kids looped around him at top speed. Ricardo didn't even seem to be fazed by it, probably because the Flores kids have been daredevils since the ages of 4 and 6 and are now the youngest brother and sister team to conquer the Globe of Death. The Flores family upped the ante in their next appearance by adding mom Arcelia to an already dangerous mix.
Adam Calvert (born July 6th, 1992) grew up in a small town in Southeastern Ohio. At the age of twelve, he moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee where he made his start as an entertainer. Calvert graduated from the prestigious School for the Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) in Cincinnati, Ohio as a Vocal and Piano Major. This resulted in him being featured on the hit MTV show "Taking The Stage" (season 2), which was nominated for a 'Teen Choice' award.
Calvert has had the opportunity to open for several major recording artists such as Parmalee, Canaan Smith, Phil Vassar, Martina McBride, Marty Haggard, James Otto, B.J.Thomas and Marty Stuart, as well as being the headliner for many other events. Calvert is an avid singer/songwriter that enjoys playing at benefits and other charity events. He plays several instruments including the guitar, piano and the violin.
Calvert currently travels back and forth from Ohio to North Carolina and Tennessee where he plays with two different bands. In his spare time, he also performs acoustic shows as well as weddings and private events. You can find several of Calvert’s songs on adamcalvertmusic.com , SoundCloud, and ReverbNation. You can also follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at Adam Calvert.
Imagine the person that was sitting next to you just a few minutes ago is now up on stage and can’t remember their own name! Or better yet one of your friends is up on the stage claiming that their belly button was stolen. Then with a snap of David’s fingers they enter back into a hypnotic trance. Sounds entertaining huh? This is just the beginning of what to expect in the show.
No one is forced to volunteer. David will invite anyone who wants to get hypnotized to join him and fill the 15-20 chairs that are on stage. In just a few moments your friends and the rest of the volunteers fall into a hypnotic trance. Then the fun begins!
It is comedy like no other. Mainly because YOU and YOUR FRIENDS are the stars of the show!
Dangerous objects! Perilous stunts! Feats of strength and balance! Jason D’Vaude, self-taught one-man multiple-adjectived circus sensation, brings his comedic juggling, fire, and clowning shows to audiences around the world, delighting them with his charming humor and distinct but refined awkwardness. After seeing Jason juggle sharp objects, climb up precariously-balanced objects, ride an extra-tall unicycle, or manipulate fire like a master, audiences are left speechless except to say “that was AWESOME!”
Two of the best hoopers in the world are from the Cleveland area: Stee Bax and Angelina Rose (performing in the video below). You will be amazed what each can do with a hula hoop. Both will be on hand, teaching Hula Hoop technique and performing, including night glow and fire hooping shows.
Stee Bax is based out of Solon, Ohio, she has performed at professional sporting events, live concerts, conventions, in music videos, photo shoots, and more. She performs single hoop dances with fire, LED, and day-taped hoops. Additionally, Stee Bax hosts fitness demonstrations on Hula Hooping, so if you're looking for a good way to work off those elephant ears, look no further.
Angelina Rose has spread her own unique combination of dance and light painting throughout the Great Lakes region and beyond. In between her world travels, she teaches children of all ages Hoop Dance at a local Parma studio. Find out more at the Hula Hoop lessons that will be at the Cuyahoga County fair this year!
NOTE: Fair Gate Admission prices do not include Midway Rides, Games or admission to the Demolition Derby. Ride Tickets/Bands are available online prior to the Fair, and in-person during the Fair. While we make every effort to provide accurate information, performance features and attraction times are subject to change without notice.
