An Ideal Country Holiday

Rhinebeck, NY—On Wednesday, August 25th, the Dutchess County Agricultural Society, which produces the annual Dutchess County Fair, will play host the second "Ideal Country Holiday" event. Invitations will be extended through agencies of the Dutchess County Youth Bureau to as many as 1,000 children and their chaperones to attend the fair’s “Ideal Country Holiday”. This is a special program allowing children who might not have transportation or the financial means, the opportunity to attend their county fair.

The children will be treated to free admission, four hours of free carnival rides, an “Ideal Country Holiday T-shirt”, and lunch. Where needed, bus transportation will also be provided. While the emphasis is on creating a fun filled day at the county fair, there will also be an educational component allowing the children the opportunity to learn more about the value and importance of agriculture in their lives.

In addition to the fair’s support, the day will be subsidized by donations to the newly formed nonprofit 501c3 Dutchess County Agricultural Society Scholarship and Youth Empowerment Fund, Inc. Individuals, businesses, clubs, and organizations are invited to contribute. The cost to sponsor a child is $50.00 and donations can be made to DCAS S&YEF, Inc. and sent to PO Box 389, Rhinebeck, NY 12572.

Commenting on the program, the fair’s GM, Bob Grems, said. “We do many wonderful things and share great experiences with our 400,000 guests each summer. This program will provide an opportunity to extend the experiences of the county fair to some children who might not be able to attend, otherwise. I have no doubt that this will be the best day of the summer for these children.”