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Hula Hoop Lessons and Shows

Angelina Rose & Stee Bax of Hoopernova Where: Midway Stage
When: Various Times - See Fair Daily Schedule for Details

Hula Hoop experts will be on hand, teaching Hula Hoop techniques and performing, 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!

 




Jason D'Vaude Art of Fire Show

Jason D'Vaude Art of Fire Show Where: Various, Midway Stage, Gazebo
When: All Week - See Fair Daily Calendar
Web: dvaude.com

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!”




Fearless Flores Family Motorcycle Thrill Show

Globe of Death with the Fearless Flores Family Where: South Midway
When: All Week - See Fair Daily Calendar
Web: facebook.com/FearlessFloresFamilyAGT

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 - Country / Pop Music

Adam Calver - Pop / Country Music Where: Midway Stage, Gazebo
When: Various Times - See Fair Daily Schedule
Web: https://www.adamcalvertmusic.com/

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.

 




Keepin' It Country - Dan Wallace

Keepin' It Country - Dan Wallace Where: Gazebo
When: Thurs, Aug 10 @ 3:30pm, 6:30pm & 8pm
Web: dwcountry.com

“Country music singer-songwriter Dan Wallace uses life’s blessing and tribulations as a wellspring for his storytelling and those that the 38-year-old Buckeye State native has most recently experienced are poured out onto the five tracks on Wallace’s forthcoming EP, “I-65”.

Produced by Rob McNelley, the 2020 ACM Musician of the Year along with other ACM accolades, and Justin Francis who has Grammy nominations and also has an impressive background of his own and is regarded by many as one of the best Producers/Sound Engineers that Nashville has to offer. The EP is backed by studio musicians who have recorded for many of the biggest names in Nashville. The five tracks on “I-65” are solely composed by Wallace, who delivers vocal performances perfectly suited for the lyrics of each composition.

“I-65” benefits not only from Rob McNelley and Justin Francis’s demand for perfection, but also the state-of-art recording equipment and aura of laying down the tracks in a Nashville recording studio with some of the most seasoned and respected players in the game.

Wallace’s stories range from those about the devotion of a man to his wife and children, to a carefree lifestyle of fast cars and living-for-the-minute. The tracks include “Shelter”, inspired by his wife of 18 years, Courtney, and the storms of life they have weathered together including a daughter who, as a child, had hydrocephalus. The track “Nights like These”, takes a nostalgic look back at good times and makes you feel as though you are cruising on the backroads.

On “Fast Cars, Fast Livin’”, Wallace, channeling the aura of Bob Seger but with his own signature, recounts a childhood memory of listening to his father and uncle reminisce about hot rods they once drove, while “Alcohol System” is a simple straight-forward raise-your-mug drinking song with a distinctive introductory guitar rift. The track, “I-65”, is tethered in context to the parent EP, “I-65”. “I’m still cruising down I-65 chasing my dream,” Wallace said, a signal to his naysayers that the best is yet to come.

The track- and the EP’s title- is in part inspired by the tumult he experienced while playing in a band. Wallace uses this experience as the platform to dive into the creation of his first solo EP. Wallace said the compositions are meant for “the working class of truck drivers and factory workers” with whom he hopes his storytelling resonates. While steeped in Wallace’s traditional-country influences of Hank Williams Sr., Merle Haggard, George Jones, and Keith Whitley- the result of listening to the music of his grandparents in southeastern West Virginia- “I-65” is also infused with “some new school” sounds.

Released as an independent artist, “I-65” will be available on most digital music platforms in the Summer of 2022. Wallace lives just west of Columbus, Ohio with his wife, Courtney, and their three children, 17-year-old twin daughters Emily and Bailey, and a 15-year-old son Corbin.

 




Cleveland Blues Society

Cleveland Blues Society Where: Beer Garden
When: Various Times - See Fair Daily Schedule for Details
Web: clevelandblues.org

The Cuyahoga County Fair is excited to have The Cleveland Blues Society hosting the entertainment for our Beer Garden this year.  Some of the finest blues acts in Cleveland will be providing entertainment all week long, so check the Fair Daily Schedule for bands and performance times. 

The Cleveland Blues Society is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote awareness and appreciation for the blues. Through our alliance, we endeavor to provide more opportunities for fans to see quality local and national blues artists. Additionally, we will provide educational workshops and preserve the history of the blues in our area.

VIEW CBS BEER GARDEN SCHEDULE

 

 




Eclectic Acoustics

Eclectic Acoustics Where: Gazebo, Midway Stage
When: Various Times - Sat & Sun, Aug 12-13
Web: eclectic-acoustics.com

Eclectic Acoustics is a dynamic acoustic duo from Pittsburgh, PA that plays an eclectic setlist of popular songs from the ‘70s through today's top hits.

One of the most common things that they hear from fans after a performance is “We Love Your Song Selection. It’s different from what other bands play.”.

In addition to their song selection, they are a crowd-pleaser. The duo is known for its energy and powerful vocal harmonies creating a full band sound not found with many acoustic acts. Every show is truly a unique performance with a song list tailored to each event complimented with Bose sound and creative lighting.

Eclectic Acoustics features professional musicians who have recorded and toured extensively in previous projects. Jaime and Marko were former members of the Pittsburgh Hard Rock Band "Nevermore" and the West Virginia Alternative Rock Band "Marianne Prosperity".

Both bands had large regional success in the 1990s. Together, they have played over a thousand shows and were honored to share the stage with many national recording artists such as Ace Frehley (KISS), Slaughter, Quiet Riot, Rick Derringer, Molly Hatchet, Great White, Dee Snider (Twisted Sister), Warrant, The Clarks and B.E. Taylor during their career.

 




RTA Kidwatch

RTA Kidwatch Where: Gazebo
When: Tues 1pm-3pm, Wed & Thurs 12pm-3pm
Web: http://riderta.com/transitpolice/outreach

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.




Balloons by Blake - Balloon Artist

Balloons by Blake Balloon Art Where: Strolling, Roving
When: 1-3pm and 5-7pm Daily
Web: balloonsbyblake.com

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!

 




Family Dance Party

Family Dance Party Where: Midway Stage
When: Thurs, Aug 10, Fri, Aug 11, & Sat, Aug 12 @ 7pm

Maybe you dig the Hustle, think the Twist is groovy, or gee willikers if that Charleston ain't just the bee's knees!  No matter. Load all generations in the family wagon, and electric slide on out to the Fairgrounds where we dare you to dance like no one's watching (that's why we hired a photographer)!  So pop 'n lock, cut a rug, jitterbug, do the worm, waltz, fox trot or tango.  Just remember, families that conga together, stay longa together.  The more you know....




National Model Railroad Association

National Model Railroad Association Where: Home & Hobby Building
When: All Week
Web: nmra.org

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.