The San Juan County Fair Board has the privilege of awarding up to 10 awards each year for exceptional contributions to the annual San Juan County Fair. The awards are intended to recognize fair participants who add to the energy, vitality, and unique identity of the Fair in a way that captures the attention and imagination of attendees.
LOEA Designs aka "The T-Shirt Booth" – One of the first questions many people ask on entering the fairgrounds is “Where is the T-Shirt Booth this year?” Jennifer Rigg’s inspired designs have filled the fairgrounds with wearable souvenirs of the fair for years. For the art, the creativity, and the energy that this booth brings to the fair, the Fair Board thanks Jennifer and her crew.
Brad Fincher – Brad Fincher emceed the Chicken Race this year, but he has emceed many events and games over his years at the fair. He never ceases to amuse and to entertain.
LeAnne GrosJacques-Burt –It takes a village of leaders and parents to make it 4-H work, but LeAnne GrosJacques-Burt has been the glue that has held the large animal livestock events together for over 25 years. The Fair Board recognizes her dedication, her mentorship of 4-H participants, and the sheer energy she brings to the task.
Suzie’s Toys – Suzie’s Toys have delighted our youngest fairgoers for years. This year, Suzie and her grandson Henry also proved themselves to be true members of the San Juan County Fair community by helping out the Zucchini 500 event by reporting vandals and sleeping at the event location overnight to provide extra security.
PeaceHealth – The PeaceHealth booth in the main fairgrounds engaged fairgoers, particularly children, with a variety of toys and giveaways, and did so with a smile.
Friends of the San Juans – The Friends of the San Juans booth brought an exciting new experience to the main building this year with their virtual reality viewers. Fairgoers could swim with salmon, watch divers, and get 360-degree views of our precious waters.
Historical Society Pioneer Cabin – Boosting the fair’s historical theme this year, the San Juan Island Historical Society hosted historical talks about the county and its recently restored Pioneer Cabin.
Farm to Faire – Farm to Faire, from Orcas Island, was a new vendor at the food court this year. Featuring garlic parmesan fries and fried chicken sandwiches, they quickly became a fair favorite.
Junior Arts & Crafts Entertainment – Kristina Stucki, Superintendent of Junior Arts & Crafts, added a new dimension to that department by hosting a broad complement of entertainment for young fairgoers. The crowd of kids around the building proved her success.