August 19-Sept. 24, 2016
A Nostalgic Walk Through the County Fair We Love.
Honoring: Tony Sheets & David Svenson
Together Claremont resident and Mosaic artist, Cathy Garcia and David Schearer, Executive Director of Claremont Heritage, have collaborated to recreate a walk through the County Fair of the 1950’s and 60’s at the dACenter for the Arts in Pomona, CA. Over twenty visual artists have been invited to participate int he art exhibit celebrating Fair favorites such as citrus, livestock, horses/horse racing, and the colorful midway. The show will also feature a period interior design showroom to add to the 1950’s and 60’s atmosphere. Two great opening receptions are planned for Friday, August 19, and Saturday, August 20, from 6 – 9 pm to kick off the 5 week exhibition.
On Friday, August 19th two former curators of the Millard Sheets Art building, Tony Sheets and David Svenson will be honored for the 10 years of enjoyment and culture they created to carry on their respective family’s legacy for the public to enjoy at the L A County Fair. Author, historian, park naturalist, teacher, principal, docent trainer and now a nationally- recognized storyteller, Jim Cogan will be at the dA on August 19th to share the history, culture, art, and lore that Fairs add to lifewith a few special tales about Tony and David. Join us to pay tribute to their vision.
(Painting “Squeezers” by Debra Holladay)
Bring Family and Friends ! There are great events for all ages to enjoy!
The five week exhibition will include demonstrations by artists on August 19, 20, 27 Sept.10 & 24 from 6:00-9:00PM as well as other fair favorites like a Pie Contest, the Mexican Village, and various musical and dance performances as well as a store where you can find a treasure of unique gifts.
Contest Rules:
August 27: Pie and Flower Arrangement Contest
Sept. 10: Homemade Salsa
Mark your Calendar and Join the Fun!
Friday, August 19, 6-9 pm
Opening Reception Special Tribute to Tony Sheets & David Svenson.
Tony Sheets and David Svenson will be honored for the 10 years of enjoyment and culture they created to carry on their respective family’s legacy for the public to enjoy at the L A County Fair. Author, historian, park naturalist, teacher, principal, docent trainer and now a nationally-recognized storyteller, Jim Cogan will be at the dA on August 19th to share the history, culture, art, and lore that Fairs add to life with a few special tales about Tony and David.
Art Demos : Dawn Secord (oil/pastel) and Richard Martinez (watercolor).
Saturday, August 20, 6-9 pm
Celebrating Heritage, 4H, Farm Animals, and Story Sharing. Live animals from Amy’s Farm, local Heritage Booths from Claremont, La Verne, Pomona, and Upland along with story sharing and Docent Tales.
Art Demos : Marciano Martinez (water color), Kazumi Svenson (glass), George Cherry (wood carving), Gina Lawson (clay)
Music by Squeakin’ Wheels
Saturday, Aug. 27, 6 – 9 pm Pie & Ice-cream & Flowers
Best Pie Contest & Fresh Cut Garden Flower Arrangement Contest & Ice Cream Social
Art Demos: Sharon Weaver (oil), Jim Purcell (sketching & comics), George Cherry (wood)
Saturday, September 10, 6-9 pm – Love A Fair Fiesta !
Mexican Village, Custom Cars, Dance Performance, Homemade Salsa Contest, Paper Flower Market and Making Station , Jumping Beans , and Confetti Eggs.
Art Demos:Cathy Garcia (Mosaics) and Jimmy Purcell (sketching & comics )
Saturday, September 17, 2016 Noon – 4 pm Kids Day !
Kids Day to explore art projects & more ! dA & Pomona Valley Historical Society will create a kids discovery zone for toys and inventions. Carnival Games and Prizes !
Saturday, September 24, 6-9 pm – Masters “Demo Night” & Love A Fair Grand Finale !
Enjoy watching and learning from the master artists at work and be inspired
Craft Beer Garden
Art Demos: Tony Sheets (Painting) , David Svenson (Neon), Kazumi Svenson (Glass) , Eleanor Scott Meyers (oil) and a special presentation by David Svenson about Rick “Ricky” Petterson, Lead Demo Organizer for the LA County Fair
Music by Squeakin Wheels