Video: Fair 2010
Continuing the Iowa Public Television tradition of coving the fun and activities of the 2010 Iowa State Fair. The internationally-acclaimed Iowa State Fair annually attracts more than a million fun-lovers from around the world. Considered America's classic state fair, Iowa's ag-extravaganza is also featured in the New York Times best-selling travel book, "1000 Places to See Before You Die." IPTV features 6 nights of highlights from the Iowa State Fair with Mark Pearson as the host
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Paul Berge's Signature Sandwich - Fair 2010 (#4105)
Not to be outdone by the famous "Mark and Gary Burger," Paul Berge tries his hand at making his own State Fair signature sandwich. 03:00
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DNR Building Tour - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4105)
Exploring the fair sometimes leads to surprises - and Dan Kaercher uncovered some curiosities in the Department of Natural Resources Building. 03:00
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Cookout Contest - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4105)
One of the best things about the cookout contest is the free food fairgoers find along the sidelines. Let's sample what the chefs came up with this year. 05:00
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Award-Winning Jellies and Jams - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4105)
Here's a sample of what the judges found tastiest among the Jellies and Jams at State Fair 2010. 03:00
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Jason Brown Country Music (Part 1) - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4103)
Jason Brown and band entertain a lively crowd at the Iowa State Fair. 06:14
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Veterans' Parade - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
This annual salute to Iowa's Veterans and their families runs through the heart of the fairgrounds on the Grand Concourse. 04:00
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Old Time Radio Demonstration - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
"The Shadow knows..." is a phrase that will chill Iowans of a certain vintage. Mike Newell reports on a revival of old time radio theater. 03:00
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Making Yarn - Spin and Knit - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Sheep shearing happens in minutes. What happens afterwards takes time - spinning and knitting. Michele Beschen finds out how it's done. 03:00
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Jason Brown Country Music (Part 2) - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Country music star Jason Brown and his band entertain a lively crowd at the Iowa State Fair's free stage. 05:15
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FFA Triplets: Orman Family - Fair 2010 (#4104)
The National FFA Organization is appealing to many rural families, but in the Orman family, it's triple the pleasure. 05:00
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Paul Berge's Blue Ribbon Seeker - Fair 2010 (#4103)
Everyone likes to take home a blue ribbon from the fair. Paul Berge found someone who is entering a lot of competitions to increase her odds of winning. 03:00
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Governor's Charity Steer Show - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Let's take in the Governor's Steer Show where fine champion steers are shown by amateur wranglers – all for Charity. 04:00
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Wheelchair Accommodations - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
2009 Ms Wheelchair Iowa ventures out to the fairgrounds - maneuvering the crowds on four wheels instead of two feet. 05:00
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Fiddle Championships - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Some of the best music you'll hear at the fair is free! For instance, here's a sample of the Fiddle Championships in Pioneer Hall. 03:30
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Paul Berge Shows IPTV Behind the Scenes - Fair 2010 (#4104)
Did you know Iowa Public Television has covered the Iowa State Fair for 40 years? Paul Berge takes a look at what it takes to 'cover' the fair. 03:00
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Dirt Track Racing (Part 2) - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4106)
Feel the heat and listen to the roar as Toby Cruse calls the turns for exciting dirt track racing at the Iowa State Fair. 05:00
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Auctioneer Contest - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Selling any item at top speed - that's what a gifted auctioneer can do. At the IAA Bid Calling Championships, we'll see who does it best. 04:00
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4-H Market Lamb Competition - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4103)
Growing the best food isn't just planting seeds - it's training the young people how to nourish growth in animals. The 4-H Market Sheep competition is always a very competitive place for... 04:30
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Woodcarving Competition - Iowa State Fair 2010 (#4104)
Whittling away your time? Woodcarvers enjoy the practice, and show off their best work at this Iowa State Fair competition. 03:00
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Iowa State Fair Queen 2010 Interview (#4102)
The 2010 Iowa State Fair Queen tells Mark Pearson about her background and plans for this year. 02:00
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