CHERRYVALE — The Cherryvale Youth Fair board of directors continues to work during the off season to make it the “biggest little fair” in Kansas.

Board members have reported that during the past several years, records have been kept to monitor the growth of the fair. Among the largest indications of the fair’s growth is the volume of tents that have had to be erected to house the large volume of animals. The first time a tent had to be used to extend the housing area for livesetock exhibits was 2003. In 2008, two large tents were rented.

In 2005, there were 97 exhibitors. In 2008, there were 134 exhibitors and 242 animals. A total 1,275 items and/or animals were exhibited.

Because of the growth of the fair, the board of directors has decided to raise money for the construction of an additional livestock exhibit barn at Logan Park. Board members will sponsor a Community Dinner and Dance on Saturday, Oct. 11 at Logan Park. A pork loin dinner will be served from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., followed by a dance featuring Rick Cook and Seminole from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Tickets are being sold for $15.00 per single person, $25.00 per couple, and $45.00 for families. Tickets may be purchased from Ronda Rohling (328-2283), Stella O’Brien (336-2932), Julie Newby (289-4194), Sharon Blaes (336-2732), or Pat Brothers (328-2225).  Tickets are also available at the Cherryvale Vet Clinic. Donations are being accepted.