61.   The son of a man who traveled around state fairs in the Midwest performing on novelty instruments, Van Koevering began inventing his own instruments as a child.

62.   The visit to the state fair consumed most of what was supposed to be a day of relaxation.

63.   This is not your standard state fair.

64.   We play anywhere from casinos to theaters to sheds to state fairs.

65.   While you are unlikely to see an exhibition of Siamese twins at the state fair these days, you can always turn on your television.

66.   According to Lajdziak, it involves reaching out to potential buyers though questionnaires at state fairs and over the Internet.

67.   For entertainment, they tend to prefer the state fair, with its country music, cattle judging, harness racing and horse-pulling contests.

68.   He also planned to attend the state fair in Syracuse with his wife.

69.   In summer, a wildly colorful bus called the Rumpus Road Rocket visits camps, state fairs and hospitals to attract attention.

70.   Most other country artists are taking the safe route, playing state fairs and casinos, Waddell said.