| The state of Kentucky, well-known for its horse | | | | Seniors have their own special area at the fair in |
| breeding holds the World Championship Horse | | | | the Senior Fun Room, where they can enjoy |
| Show at its State Fair held in Louisville. Kentucky | | | | cooler air, snacks and drinks and maybe get in a |
| is big on horses and it shows with the World | | | | game or two of Bingo. This is also a great place |
| Championship held along with the Quarter horse | | | | to slip off to if your family is getting a little boring. |
| Show and the Miniature Horse Show. The kids will | | | | Competitions at the fair include not only the |
| probably love to check that one out to get a look | | | | typical quilt-making, and baking, but best |
| at the cute horses! | | | | homebrewed beers. You can also check out the |
| The first state fair held was in 1816, so in just a | | | | unique and exciting event of Pig racing held every |
| few years it will be celebrating its 200th | | | | year. Make bets with your friends, with your |
| anniversary. There's lots available for people of all | | | | neighbors, which one is the fastest pig? |
| ages, including the kids and seniors. For kids the | | | | There will also be a special Pride of the Counties |
| fair offers the Kaleidoscope Discovery Zone, with | | | | exhibit area set up to showcase something special |
| lots of fun and interactive exhibits. Each exhibit | | | | that each county in Kentucky has to offer the |
| focuses on teaching the kids a little bit about one | | | | state and its economy. This exhibit will be in the |
| of the five areas in the Arts, Writing, Reading, | | | | air conditioned area of Main Street Kentucky. An |
| Technology and Careers, along with the new | | | | exposition center that will be plumb full of exciting |
| areas of Science and Social Studies, all the while | | | | exhibits and if it's really hot out it will be very |
| kids will be having so much fun they won't realize | | | | popular among visitors. Too bad the horses can't |
| they are learning. | | | | come in from the heat. |