The Buckinghams in Concert

SERVING THE TRI-CITIES AND KANELAND Kane County Fair enjoyed record crowds By ERIC SCHELKOPF – eschelkopf@kcchronicle.com ST. CHARLES – Fair officials attributed good weather and bargain entertainment to this year’s record crowds at the Kane County Fair. The fair, which ran from Wednesday to Sunday, attracted 151,975 people, up from 130,000 people last year. “We didn’t have any big storms for the week,” said Floyd Brown, advertising and promotions director for the fair. “The showers we had were short-lived.” The music arena also enjoyed overflow crowds because of bands like American English and The Buckinghams, Brown said. All the thrill shows played to full houses, Brown said, such as Saturday’s rodeo and Sunday’s demolition derby. A record 36,230 people attended opening day, where fair-goers were admitted for the discounted fee of $1. Regular admission to the fair was $5. “Because of the down economy, people are looking for bargains,” Brown said. “A family could control their costs

The tradition continues: It's fair time By ERIC SCHELKOPF – eschelkopf@kcchronicle.com ST. CHARLES – The Kane County Fair is here again. The annual fair will run from today through Sunday at the fairgrounds on Randall Road in St. Charles between Routes 64 and 38. The fair will sport a new look this year with the addition of a new air-conditioned 50,000-square-foot exhibit hall, blacktopping of the entertainment and eating areas, new drainage throughout the grounds and new facilities for equestrian competition and horse care. More than 130,000 people attended the Kane County Fair last year. Admission to the fair is $5 for those ages 5 and older, and parking is free. On opening day, admission is $1, with seniors 62 and older admitted free. The fair will feature a few new attractions this year, including the national champion FMX Extreme Sports motorcycle riders, which will do back flips at 70 feet in the air. They will perform at 8 p.m. today as part of the fair’s nightly thrill show

The Buckinghams take the stage July 18 Story posted July 12, 2009 The Buckinghams, one of Chicago's most successful 1960s groups, will perform in concert at 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 18, on the Miller Lite Sound Stage at this year's Kane County Fair in St. Charles. Story at http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/beaconnews/entertainment/1647225,2_7_AU12_KCFBUCKHM_S1-090712.article These Chicago natives rose to the top of the music charts with their No. 1 hit "Kind of a Drag" and haven't looked back. Playing to sell-out crowds across the nation they entertain with their string of hits. Chart busters like "Don't You Care," "Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song," "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy," and "Susan" make each concert an evening of memories. In the 1960s the band was at the forefront of a musical style that has come full-circle. Today, The Buckinghams blend their original hits with others made popular by Blood Sweat and Tears, Ch

Submitted by Allison Horne on July 9, 2009 - 3:59pm The Kane County Fair returns next week with its annual promise of food, farm animals, live entertainment and other fun. Beyond the food vendors and beer garden, free ongoing daily activities include kids’ games, magic shows, 4H competitions, and a petting zoo and elephant exhibit. Use our festival round-up below as your go-to guide for information and schedules for rides and live entertainment. SATURDAY, JULY 18 Rides: Supersaver unlimited special This deal allows thrill-seekers and less-courageous riders alike to get their fill at the fair with unlimited rides all afternoon for $15. WHEN Noon to 5 p.m. COST $15 The Buckinghams These veteran rockers once earned the distinction of “The Most Listened to Band in America” in 1967 by Billboard Magazine. They will feature their own original songs including “Kind of a Drag” and “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” as well as hits from the Beatles and various motown favorites. WHERE Miller Lite Sound