Archive for August, 2011

Aug 26 2011

Mark Your Calendars for the Vermont State Fair in Rutland, Vermont

The Vermont State Fair – A 166 year old family tradition

September 2 – 11, 2011

Check out the free events at the fair! Enjoy a free circus, performance by Jay Taylor, a tiger encounter, and more!

There will be concerts, a demolition derby, carnival fun, and food. Don’t miss out on the fun.

Other Policies:

  • No Laser pointers, smoke bombs, or bomb bags.
  • No roller blades, bicycles, or skateboards.
  • No animals are allowed on the grounds unless they are part of an exhibit or they are ADA approved service animals.
  • No alcohol consumed except in the Beer Garden located under big white tent in Promise Land. (old bingo location)
  • Smoking is prohibited on the Fairgrounds except for in the designated smoking areas.
  • No coolers are allowed on the grounds, please.
  • All backpacks, purses, bags, etc. are subject to search.

Fair Information

  • Guest Services is located to the left of the Grandstand Entrance.
  • Handicapped accessible restrooms are located in the Men’s and Ladies’ Rooms near Gate B.
  • Baby changing stations are located in the Men’s and Ladies’ Rooms near Gate B.
  • ATM’s are located throughout the fairgrounds.


Make your reservation at Holiday Inn Express in Springfield, Vermont today.

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Aug 24 2011

Don’t Miss the Champlain Valley Fair in Essex Junction, Vermont

The Champlain Valley Fair, presented by Progressive, is going to be at the Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont.

August 27, 2011 to September 5, 2011

Check out the concerts:

This summer event has everything that a proper fair should have and more! Check out the free events like the sand sculptures, talent show, petting zoo, etc.

2011 Daily ADMISSION

Adults (13 and older) = $10

Children, ages 5 to 12 = $5 (children age 4 and under are FREE)

$6 After 6 pm – Special promotion Monday-Friday and Labor Day only – adults (over age 12) save $4 off regular admission price

Hours

Gates: 10 am – Midnight

Building Hours:

10 am – 10 pm


Make your reservation at Holiday Inn Express in Springfield, Vermont today.

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Aug 19 2011

The Bondville Fair, Vermont’s Oldest Continuously Running Fair

The Bondville Fair is Vermont’s oldest, continuously running fair, located at the fairgrounds on Route 30 in Bondville, across from the Stratton access road.

Opens at noon on Friday, August 26th at 12:00PM.

There are lots of activities including tractor pull, quilting display, and bingo.

Check out the Schedule of Events and more information on their website.

Holiday Inn Express in Springfield, Vermont is only a 45 minute drive from the fair. We look forward to seeing you in Springfield, VT.

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Aug 08 2011

50th Annual Summer Art in the Park Festival by the Chaffee Art Center

50th Annual Summer Art in the Park Festival by the Chaffee Art Center

Location: Main Street Park

Address: Junctions of Route 4 and 7
Town: Rutland, Vermont
Time: Aug. 13 – 14
Admission: Free
Phone: 802-775-0356
Website: www.chaffeeartcenter.org

Visit the 50th Annual Summer Art in the Park Festival and explore all the many different, talented artists from around the area. The vendors cover many areas of excellent craftsmanship and creations.

Music, food, and fun! You can’t go wrong with this much anticipated event of the summer.

Don’t forget to make Holiday Inn Express in Springfield, Vermont your lodging destination.

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Aug 02 2011

Vermont Country Store: A Pleasant Blast From the Past

Published by Holiday Inn Express under Specials

Full of vintage treasures and nostalgic reminders of the good ol’ days, the Vermont Country Store will give you a walk down memory lane you’ll never forget.

Take a journey into the general store of yesteryear with The Vermont Country Store. As the purveyors of practical and hard-to-find products, the store offer a host of quality merchandise from around the block and around the world. Browse through the site for wonderful, classic products that can help simplify your life. The Vermont Country Store is a family owned and operated business with roots in over 100 years of Orton family shopkeepers.

Take advantage of the special deal at Holiday Inn Express in Springfield, Vermont when you pay just $5 more than the best available rates.

When you book our Vermont Country Store package, you’ll get a chance to step back in time at the Vermont Country Store’s Rockingham location. Explore, reminisce and shop your nostalgic heart out with the $25 gift certificate you’ll receive upon check-in at the Holiday Inn Express, Springfield. Don’t forget to visit the Stone Grist Mill and Water Wheel (built 1810), the Covered Bridge (built 1872) and the nature trails.

Or, call the hotel at (802) 885-4516 for more information or to reserve.

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