Sublette County Fair Attractions

Luke Bryan in Concert: Friday, August 6, 2010 at 7 pm

Luke Bryan at the 2010 Sublette County Fair

Presented by Miller Lite; sponsored by Shell and the Sublette County Fair Board
2010 ACM TOP NEW ARTIST AND TOP NEW SOLO VOCALIST
2010 CMT BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO: "DO I"
NEW CD : "Doin' My Thing"
Debut Album: "I'll Stay Me"
Chart Topping Hits: Do I, Rain is a Good Thing, All My Friends Say, We Rode in Trucks, Country Man.

Capitol Records recording artist Luke Bryan has opened for Martina McBride and Jason Aldean, and in 2008 accompanied tours by Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley and Kenny Chesney. He has been celebrated as the "real deal" in country music, and debuted at the Grand Ole Opry in 2007 and on the Tonight Show in May 2010. Apart from several all-star concerts and important country venues, he has participated in benefit concerts "Nashville Rising," and "Country Faces Cancer."

Visit Luke Bryan's website • YouTube video of "Country Man" • Great American Country bio page

Opening Act: Gwen Sebastian

Gwen Sebastian grew up in North Dakota with a farm, ranch, and music background. She left nursing school to launch a music career in Nashville. She has opened for acts including Taylor Swift, Sugarland and Phil Vassar. She enjoys co-writing with hit songwriters including Wendell Mobley and Dean Miller. “Contemporary country with spunk” is how she would describe her music which features influential stylings from Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Pink and Sheryl Crow. Named as an “Artist to Watch” in 2010 by Country Weekly magazine, Gwen’s debut album on Open Road/Lofton Creek is slated for release on May 25th.

Debut single, 2009: "Hard Rain." Recently released: "V.I.P. (Barefoot Girl)"

Visit Gwen Sebastian's website

TICKETS: $15 in advance, $20 at the door, all ages, all seats. Available at the Cowboy Shop, Office Outlet, Sand Draw Station, Sublette County Libraries, Rock Rabbit, and All American Fuel.
In Jackson, buy tickets at the Teton County Fair office.

NO GLASS CONTAINERS IN THE CONCERT PLEASE.
FAIR BUILDINGS ARE SMOKE-FREE. NO SMOKING IN THE CONCERT.

Imperial Knights Production Company

See schedule (Aug. 5 and 6) for details. This touring entertainment group from California recreates the thrill of medieval jousting, complete with dashing knights, beautiful damsels, devoted squires and trusty steeds. The Imperial Knights take great pride in demonstrating their skill and imagination with shows of hand-to-hand combat, swordsmanship, jousting, chivalry and equestrian skill.

The troupe boasts members with impressive backgrounds, from performing at the Excalibur Hotel in Las Vegas, to Hollywood stunt work, to training Lipizzaner stallions. Their expertise and passion guarantees a thrilling display you won’t want to miss. All Imperial Knights shows are free. Learn more from their YouTube videos or visit their website.

Terrell and Takako, Master Jugglers

See schedule for details. Tennessee-born Terrell Hayes, and his Japanese wife, Takako, have created something unique. Both Terrell & Takako are accomplished Jugglers - with clubs, knives, torches, balls, rings, boxes, scarves and more. But, this dynamic duo are also skilled as Unicyclists, Mimes, Clowns, Professional Character Greeters, Balloon Sculptors, and Origami Artists (from traditional Japanese models, to “motion” models, to Dollar Bills)! Additionally, Terrell’s talents include Hat Manipulations, Cup Manipulations, “Devil Sticks”, and Rope Spinning.

Michael Swenson, Comedy Hypnosis Show

See schedule for details. The Swenson Company features life changing events where the power of suggestion twists reality and transforms audience volunteers into stars!

Jared Rogerson, Country Music

See schedule for details. Rogerson is a Pinedale resident who's been bringing his own country music to numerous local events in the past year. His independently produced debut CD of original songs, released in February 2010, is "Bad Hay" (who doesn't understand that?!).
Check out jaredrogerson.com for more!

Amazing Rainforest Adventure, various times August 5 - 8
See new babies Rajistan, the White Bengal Tiger,
Sherman, the Two-Toed Sloth, and Anastasia, the Anteater!

See schedule for details. This ongoing display features a unique collection of twenty different species, plus scheduled performances with beautiful exotic settings. Learn about the rainforest and go eye to eye with many rare and endangered creatures. Natural enclosures provide the animals with appropriate shelter and ensure safety for them and for viewers. This surprising, entertaining, and informative attraction is recognized and sanctioned by the US Department of Agriculture and the Fish and Wildlife Department. For more about the Amazing Rainforest Experience, visit their website.

Airnastics Amusements, ongoing August 5 - 8

Also known as Funzone Amusements, this family-owned and operated company travels the Rocky Mountain Region bringing fun and happiness to thousands of people annually. They will bring their inflatable rides to the 2009 Sublette County Fair. For more information, visit their website.

Kaleido-Tainment, ongoing August 5 - 8

At the intersection of science, art and a bit of magic, super-size kaleidoscopes will delight kids and adults. Will and Cheryl Smith present a hands-on interactive kaleidoscope experience featuring a kaleidoscope-turntable, kaleidoscope camera, oil wand kaleidoscope, and more. Learn how kaleidoscopes work, how they are constructed, and build one yourself!

Demolition Derby:
sponsored by the Big Piney-Marbleton Fire Department
Saturday, July 31 at 4 pm
Admission: $5

Cash Prizes for 3 best painted cars • $2000 Added Money

Total fun for grown-ups who want to drive like teenagers! Crash cars for a cause! $75 Entry Fee per car. Entry deadline Saturday, July 31. See entry form, waiver and rules on our Entry Forms page or visit the Fire Department website. You must follow rules & regs or entry will be denied. Need more info? Call Jake Carver at 307-761-0223, Vern Setser at 307-389-8663, or Brandon Turner at 307-231-1676.

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More Entertainment!

Laser Ops "Combat Zone," ongoing August 5 - 8

An exciting outdoor adventure war game suitable for boys and girls, pre-teens, adults, teens and families. Non-stop action packed fun in real time, Laser Ops provides entertainment along with great exercise. No false "hits" like in laser tag, no pain like in paint ball.

Kids Town, ongoing August 5 - 8

Kids Town is an activity area where kids come to play. Youngsters enjoy face painting, art projects, sandboxes and more. Free for kids 10 and under.

Spike McQuire, Yo Yo Master

See schedule for times. Spike McGuire has always been destined to a life of performance. With torches and machetes in hand he took to the streets at the ripe old age of 14. He received a diploma from I.C.D.A. Performing Arts High School, has traveled with circuses and all-star variety shows and has provided pre-show entertainment for top names including WAR and The Village People. Home in Reno, he has emceed events at Harrah's Hotel/Casino for the Virg Summer Concert Series introducing national headliners such as Blue Oyster Cult, Survivor, and John Waite.

While in Chicago, attending Columbia College (the largest performing arts college in the country), he has entertained audiences with street theater and on the stage with his unique approach to physical comedy. He is always entertaining a public anxious to see what he is going to offer next. When asked what is ahead, Spike borrows a quote from Eric Idle saying "Of the future only one thing is certain, there will be comedy."

Pig Wrestling and Greased Pig Contest - Sunday, Aug. 1 at 6 p.m.

Teams of wrestlers ages 8 and up try to outsmart and outrun a slippery swine in a pen full of mud. When it comes to hilarious fair fun, it doesn't get much better than that. Interested contestants should see entry form and rules in the Fair Book or Entry Forms page. Entry deadline: Monday, July 26. Parents must sign a release, as there is a risk of injury.

Cowboys and cowgirls of the future show their stuff

Little Buckaroo Rodeo - Wednesday, Aug. 4 at 6 p.m.

Kids from toddlers to twelve-year-olds test their mettle in a wide variety of charming, exciting, and challenging events. Entry forms and fees must be submitted by Wednesday, July 28. See the entry form and rules in the Fair Book or Entry Forms page. Parents must sign a release, as there is a risk of injury.

Bareback Riding • Calf Riding • Calf Roping • Goat Tail Tying
Sheep Riding • Stick Horse Barrels

Dean Luce Memorial Dutch Oven Cookoff - Saturday, Aug. 7
Cooks meet at 10 a.m. • Tickets on sale 10 a.m. • Dinner bell at 5 p.m.

Whether you love to cook or you love to eat, this event is for you! But diners, get your tickets early! Contestants, contact Bob Beiermann at 307-276-5444 and see the Entry Form in your Fair Book. Earn prize money and pick up new techniques for your "black pot" cuisine.

Working teams compete in this traditional art

Utah Horse Pullers Association Team Pull - Saturday, Aug. 2 at 7 p.m.

This traditional event pits draft horses against sleds loaded with weights. The team able to pull the heaviest sled wins. You will be impressed by the heart and power shown by the horse teams as they pull much more than their own weight, which can range from 2800 to 5600 pounds. This is an old-time agricultural attraction that provides great family entertainment.

All ages dance sponsored by Green River Valley Land Trust

Dance 'Til the Cows Come Home: Get Your MOOve on!
Saturday, Aug. 2 at 8:30 p.m.

Music and dancing for all ages, sponsored by the Green River Valley Land Trust. Admission free.

"V" The Gypsy Cowbelle: Thursday, Aug. 5 at 12:45 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Rustic, raw and timeless, “V” – The Gypsy Cowbelle – brings her signature Cowbilly music to the Free Stage at Fair. Her campfire vocals, homemade banjo and acoustic guitar integrate the flavors of classic Country, old-time Appalachian Stomp, dusty Cowboy and traditional Folk tunes to create Miss V’s unique and addictive Cowbilly flair. “Nothing Fancy But Guaranteed Authentic.”

Read more: http://www.myspace.com/gypsycowbelle#ixzz0uAIE623a