​The 34th Annual Meeting and Trade Show is in the history books. 

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The Board of Directors for the VT/NH Fair Association wish to thank all those that attended on January 31, 2026. One hundred twenty-eight people were in attendance for the 34th annual Meeting and Trade Show.  Eighteen fairs and field days were represented at the event.  We had fifteen vendors in attendance representing a variety of businesses and entertainers. The feedback for the event was positive. Thank you for spending your day with us, we know that you travel many miles to join us.

Our featured guest speaker this year was, Ian Hill, presenting the "You Make THE Difference" initiative.  Ian rallied the crowd as he reminded us of how important what we do is for our customers, our sponsors and our communities.

Our purpose is to bridge the past to the present, preserve our heritage and traditions, and build citizens of tomorrow through the fair experience.  Ian’s credo is “I believe every individual, every neighborhood and every community is one idea, one voice, one action – ONE PERSON – away from being better tomorrow than it was yesterday. You can be that one person!”

• ​ Our Association Has Been Awarded a Grant – This grant brings the You Make THE Difference National Initiative into our province/state, giving our members access to resources, training, and support at no cost.

• The Tour is Coming to Our Communities – The You Make THE Difference Tour will visit local fairs and societies, hosting face-to-face sessions that inspire, train, and strengthen grassroots leaders and volunteers.

• Purpose of the Tour – The goal of the tour is to rally and equip local leaders, volunteers, and boards with tools to build stronger fairs, create more resilient communities, and leave a lasting legacy.

• The App Extends the Tour Year-Round – Beyond the in-person events, members will gain access to the You Make THE Difference app — a digital hub with resources, training videos, discussion groups, and a national community of peers.

• Real Benefits for Members – Members will learn practical strategies for volunteer recruitment, governance, fundraising, sponsorship, and programming that they can put to work immediately.

• National Exposure & Shared Knowledge – This is a national initiative. By being part of it, our members benefit from best practices across the country, new visibility, and recognition within a broader movement.

• Building the Future Together – The grant and tour are just the starting point. As this initiative grows, our members will continue to see new tools, connections, and opportunities designed to help them thrive well into the future.    www.youmakethedifference.com

Stay tuned as the VT/NH Fair Association works with Ian to bring this program to our States.

 

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