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January 2013

Date Event
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Building Contact Info
every Sat. & Sun.  The Flea Market is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Each weekend, the Commercial and Education buildings and the outside grounds are host to hundreds of dealers, craftsmen, and booths. www.raleighfleamarket.net Commercial & Education Bldgs.
Outside grounds 

919-899-3532

(919-899-FLEA)

5

2013 FIRST Robotics Kickoff Event
Kickoff event for the regional high school robotics tournament to be held in Dorton Arena on March 14-16.. FIRST Robotics Kickoff Event will include the Playing Field Display for the regional tournament. The March 2013 Tournament will feature competition between 45 teams from across the country and Brazil. Additional event information available at:
www.usfirst.org www.ncfirstrobotics.org

Dorton Arena 919-515-9952

Marie Hopper - Regional Director
ncfirstrobots@gmail.com
336-375-3861
5-6 Wedding Show
Over 200 of the area's top wedding professionals will be on hand to assist you with your dream wedding. Hourly fashion shows, entertainment and fabulous prizes await you.  Hours are Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $15. Brides can save on admission by pre-registering on the web ($10 on-line admission). foreverbridal.net
Graham Building 919-873-1700
info@foreverbridal.net
5-6 Old North State Antique Gun & Military Collector Show
Antique guns, U.S. and foreign military arms and memorabilia exhibited, bought, sold, and traded - WWI, WWII, Civil War, Vietnam, and other conflicts. Also includes relics, books, uniforms and insignias. Free appraisals. Hours are Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults, $1 for children 6 -12 and free for children age 6 and under.    
www.thecarolinatrader.com
Scott Building Richard Shields
704-282-1339
8

NC Structural Pest Control & Pesticides Board Meeting
www.ncagr.com/str-pest CANCELLED

Martin Building

919-733-6100

9 *NC Structural Pesticide Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest
Martin Building 919-733-6100
10 *NC Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest
Martin Building 919-733-6100
10 *NC Pork Council Meeting
www.ncpork.org
Martin Building 919-781-0361
11-13 Bass & Salt Water Fishing Expo
The Fishing Event of the Year - Fresh water, saltwater, kayaking, offshore, inshore, if fishing runs in your blood this is the one shop stop for everything you need...tackle, seminars, boats, check us out. Admission is good all 3 days. Show Hours are Friday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is adults $8, Seniors(60+) $7, Jr. Anglers (Ages 6-12) $5. Ages 5 and under admitted free. www.ncboatshows.com
Graham Building &
Exposition Center
336-855-0208
lgray@ncboatshows.com
11-13 Carolina Piedmont Dog Agility
Dog agility competitions. Free spectator admissions. Event Hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8 am thru approx. 4 pm
www.carolinapiedmontagility.com
Hunt Horse Complex

Greg Fontaine 828-275-8010
gregfontaine@hotmail.com

12

Raleigh FunFest Winter Tournament (Barn E Ring)
American Saddlebred Association of the Carolinas (ASAC) affliliated Winter Tournament for students currently taking riding lessons. Tournament will be judged on basic riding skills. Event is free spectator admission. Hours: 11 am - 3 pm.

Hunt Horse Complex (Barn E Ring)

lizholmes@mebtel.net
919-765-2559

12

*NC Pumper Group & Portable Toilet Group
Educational Seminar

www.ncpumpergroup.org/schedule_of_events.htm
www.mccleesconsulting.com

Martin Building 252-249-1097
admin1@ncportabletoiletgroup.org
12-13 83rd North State Toy & Hobby Show
Antique to modern collectible toys, including diecast and plastic models, Star Wars, Hot Wheels, Yu-gi-oh, Lord of Rings, Sci-Fi toys, western toys, and other collectibles. Over 70 exhibitors buying, selling & trading!
EVENT HOURS: Saturday 9 am - 4 pm and Sunday 10 am - 4 pm Admission is $5 daily - Weekend pass $7. Age 15 and Under admitted Free.
www.insidepitchpromotions.com
Scott Building 540-392-2884
wes@swva.net
12-13 DogGoneFast Flyball Club Flyball Tournament 
Note Date Change from January 26-27th to 12-13th
Flyball dog racing! Come out and watch the flyball dogs! Flyball is a fast-paced family-oriented dog sport that has become a hit on Animal Planet and ESPN's Great Outdoor Games. Dogs and people alike go wild over this relay race with 4 dogs per team. Each dog jumps 4 hurdles and steps on a spring loaded box, which shoots out a tennis ball. The dog catches the ball and runs back over the 4 hurdles. When the dog crosses the starting line the next dog goes. The first team to have all 4 dogs run without errors wins the heat. Sat. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Spectators and leashed dogs are welcome to come and watch. Free admission. www.doggonefast.com
Holshouser Building
doggonefast@yahoo.com
17 *NC Sustainable Local Food Advisory Council Meeting
Thursday: 1 - 4 pm www.ncagr.gov/localfood
Martin Building 919-733-7887
18-19 Piedmont Racing Expo & Auction
Racing trade show and area's largest consignment auction of racing related parts, tools and equipment.
Consignments accepted on Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Event Show Hours: Friday 12 noon - 9 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Racing parts Auction begins 1 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday. Rolling Stock Auction begins 2 p.m. Saturday. Fairgrounds Racer's Reunion Autograph Session 11a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday. Adult Admission: $10 each day;
Age 12-15: $5/day; Ladies & under age 12 admitted Free. www.piedmontracingexpo.com
Exposition Center 919-732-7024
Email
18-20 NCHJA "C" Indoor Hunter/Jumper Show
Hunter Jumper Horse Show. Daily show begin at 8 a.m.
Spectator Free admission.
www.trianglefarms.com
Hunt Horse Complex Joan Petty 919-669-9877
HorseShows@trianglefarms.com
19 Young Champions Tri-State Cheer Showcase
Note Date Change from January 12th to 19th
Cheerleading competition for ages 4-14 will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Hip-Hop America competition 9:30 - 3:00 p.m. Spectator Admission is FREE. Cheer and karate classes are offered year-round to promote physical fitness, good sportsmanship, confidence and competitive spirit and competitions are held each session.
www.youngchampionsofamerica.com
Dorton Arena 919-535-8304
ycoanc@nc.rr.com
19-20

Dixie Gun & Knife Classic
Buy, sell or trade. Modern and collectible firearms, custom made knives, hunting and fishing equipment, ammo, gun accessories, reloading supplies and much, much more....something for the whole family. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $8 for adults and children under 12 are free with paying adult. Visit our website for a $1 discount admission coupon.  www.dixiegunandknifeshow.com

Graham Building

dixieguns@aol.com
919-781-1287

 

19-20 Carolina Coin and Stamp Show 
Coins, postcards and stamps (U.S., foreign, ancient, gold & silver) will be available. Dealers will be buying and selling foreign, domestic and ancient currency. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. 
Holshouser Building  Dot Hendrick
919-828-9450
20 Teen Choice Live - The Tour Cancelled - Tour Delayed
Teen Choice Live! 2013 The Tour will bring together 2012 Olympic Gymnastics gold medalists Gabrielle Douglas, Aly Raisman and Jordyn Wieber with special musical guests and new pop stars Megan and Liz, and Bean in an all new 45-city tour. Special guest appearances by Teen Choice winners, pop-music stars and celebrities across all spectrums will make each Teen Choice Live! The Tour stop a once-in-a-lifetime event
Dorton Arena
info@teenchoiceLive.com
22 *NCDA SUSTA European Trade Meeting
8 am - 5 pm
www.susta.org
Martin Building 919-707-3132
23 *NC Pesticide Applicator Licensing Exams
www.ncagr.com/str-pest
Martin Building 919-733-6100
24-27 Raleigh Winter I Hunter Show
Raleigh Indoors Hunter Jumper Horse Show - USEF A rated sponsored by Triangle Farms, Inc. Daily show begins at 8 a.m.
Free spectator admission.
www.trianglefarms.com
Hunt Horse Complex

Joan Petty 919-556-7321
HorseShows@trianglefarms.com

26

 

Chinese New Year Celebration
Join us at the Triangle's largest Chinese New Year Festival. It's with tremendous pride that we share the festive and charming culture with all our Triangle friends.
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with the Chinese and Asian cultural performances on stage (including the famous lion and dragon dances, vocal talents, traditional Chinese music, and more), exhibits, food and merchandise vendors offering arts and crafts for the entire family to enjoy.. Event Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance at www.nctacas.org facilitated by ETIX and at many local Asian groceries. Advance Admission: $5.00 for Ages 7 and over. Admission day of event is $8.00. Free admission to ages 6 and under. www.nctacas.org .
Exposition Center

919-656-0699

president@nctacas.org

26 Champion Cheerleading Competition
North Carolina All-School Cheer & Dance Champsionship and "Champions of the East" All-Star Cheer & Dance Championship. Doors open at 8:00 am. Competition begins at 9 a.m. and features Cheerleaders and Dancers of all ages competing to win their Age Divisions and Grand Champion. Spectator Admission (Ages 4 and up) $12.
www.ChampionCupNationals.com
Dorton Arena 919-851-5436
danica@@championcheer.com
26

*Gardiner- Sowers Lasagna Night

L.R. Harrill Center  
28 *US Tobacco Cooperative District 8 Director Election Meeting
Private industry event - by invitation only. Registration at 9:30 - meeting begins at 10 am.
www.ustobaccofarmer.com
Martin Building 919-821-4560 sgrantlin@usleaf.com
28 *Zodiak USA
Grounds  
30

Wake County Agribusiness Breakfast

Hunt Horse Complex

800-849-0248
email for info

30 *19th Annual Gold Star Grower Workshop/Luncheon
Free admission - Private Event.
www.ncdol.com
Martin Building

919-807-2923

1/30-2/1 Southern Farm Show
The largest agriculture exposition in the Carolinas and Virginia. A major expansion onto the midway of the NC State Fairgrounds means even more equipment, experts and ideas. Filling the NC State Fairgrounds, the show features over 500 manufacturers with expert advice and the latest farm equipment, supplies and services. Events include the FFA tractor and truck driving competitions, the annual meeting of the Tobacco Growers Association of NC, and the Southern National Draft Horse Pull (see separate listings below). Hours are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily. Free admission
www.southernfarmshow.com
 

Dorton Arena,
Graham Building,
Scott Building,
Exposition Center,
Hunt Horse Complex , Grounds

1-800-849-0248 or 704-376-6594
email for info

30

Wake County Agribusiness Breakfast

Hunt Horse Complex

800-849-0248
email for info

31

NC Ag Development Forum
The 2013 Agricultural Development Forum will feature a panel of experts talking about the economic outlook for farmers and Commissioner Steve Troxler will deliver the State of Agriculture address. Farmers, agribusiness professionals, commodity groups, farm organizations and the public are invited to register for this event to be held beginning at 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Thursday - January 31. Click here to register to attend: http://www.ncagr.gov/agforum

Holshouser Building

919-707-3000

31

FFA Truck Driving Contest

Hunt Horse Complex

Belinda Niedwick
919-515-4206

31

North Carolina Pork Council Conference
www.ncpork.org

Martin Building


919-781-0361

 

 

N.C. State Fair, Wesley Wyatt, Manager
Mailing Address: 1010 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1010
Physical Address: 1025 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raleigh NC 27607
Phone: (919) 821-7400; FAX: (919) 733-5079