Connecticut Building
For Immediate Release -- West Springfield, Mass. - September 2008
THE NUTMEG STATE AT THE BIG E'S AVENUE OF STATES
The Avenue of States, showcasing the best of each New England state, is one of the most popular attractions at The Big E in West Springfield, Mass. A replica of each state's original capitol sits along the broad avenue offering fairgoers a unique opportunity to tour its finest destinations, sample mouth-watering foods and shop for Connecticut made crafts and native goods.
Connecticut Day is Wednesday, September 17, when the Nutmeg State puts its best foot forward for fairgoers from throughout New England. From the finest Connecticut products and foods to musical performances and special guests, there will be something for everyone at the Fair. Look for special activities scheduled on the front lawn. Marching bands and contingents perform in The Big E Daily Parade at 5 p.m.
The schedule for the Connecticut Building Stage is as follows: the Square Dance Foundation of New England, 9:45-10:45 a.m.; Conn. Troubadour, 11-11:30 a.m.; Wintergreen Magnet School Chorus, 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.; "Mark Twain," 12:30-1 p.m. and 4:30-4:45 p.m.; Courtney Drummey Band, 1-2 p.m.; Steps In Time, 2:15-3:15 p.m.; Farmington Valley Chorus, 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Connecticut Day Parade Review, 5-6 p.m.; UCONN Singers/Conn-Men, 6-6:30 p.m.; The Glamour Girls, 7 p.m. Trampoline Performances will be from 10:45-11 a.m., 12:15-12:30 p.m. and 2-2:15 p.m.
Fairtime exhibitors include: 7th Heaven Spices of Windsor, Amber Alert, Bureau's Sugarhouse, Emilee's Italian Ice of Broadbrook, BriCins, Inc., Fabulous Frybreads, BESB, Conn. Authors and Publishers Association, Connecticut Creative, Criminal Justice of Rocky Hill, Conn., Commission on Tourism and Culture, Conn. State Police, Conn. State Treasury, Department of Agriculture, Department of Consumer Protection, Department of Labor, Department of Public Health, Department of Social Services, Department of Emergency Management, Eastern Connecticut State University, Eleanor Fink Designs, Evale' Innovations, Florian Ratchet-Cut, Global Gecko, Innovative Design, Kathies Kitchen/Superseedz, LEGO Systems Inc., L'il Jewels, Little Taste of Texas, Maglets, Mel's Hellish Products, National Federation of the Blind, New England Country Bakers, New England Shea Butter, Olde Burnside Brewing Co., Omar Coffee, Parfums Du Jour, PEZ Candy, Pine Shoppe, Proud Peacock, Reflect and Glow Products, Jani King of Hartford, Rosco's Big Dog, Somaly Hay, Thai Taste Restaurant, Timex Corporation, T's and many more, all offering products made in the popular state.
The Connecticut Wine Council will showcase various fine wines from Connecticut vineyards. You may be able to view Jones Winery's Raspberry Rhapsody, which was the judge's choice for Best of Show, Best of Connecticut and Best Fruit wine at The Big E's 2008 Northeast Gold Wine Competition.
Look for Connecticut-made foods showcased on New England Specialty Foods Day, Friday, Sept. 26, on the lawn, and choose from some of the finest New England products. Events will consist of a Farmers Market on the front lawn of the building where several vendors will sell fresh Connecticut grown fruit and produce.
Join us for New England's Autumn Tradition at The Big E, Sept. 12-28, in West Springfield, Mass. For more information, visit our website at www.TheBigE.com or call our info line at 413-205-5115.
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