SISTER HAZEL IN STUDIO! The FAIR is here!

Listen Thursday at 4pm for a special in studio unplugged set from Sister Hazel Who will be performing at Center Stage that night...tickets on sale NOW at centerstagegadsden.com.

The Etowah Co Fair is here! Check it out all this week. Located just off I59 in Attalla!

SAFETY TIPS:

The first thing that you will need to do is make sure that everyone is with somebody. Very young children should be right by your side, the entire time, large stroller is a great idea. Older children will need to have a friend with them at all times. It is always best for kids to be together in groups instead of by themselves. It's a proven fact that the more people they have with them the safer they are. Since older kids particularly teens like to be on their own when at a fair this is certainly a good idea.

NO CASH for the kids. Designate a time to eat and play games as well as a meeting location.
It is also a good idea to give them a way to communicate with you and check in. Even if you don't like the idea of giving your child a cell phone, it may be a good idea to give them either yours or your spouses to keep on them so that they can check in at the designated time. Or if you prefer walki talkies seem to work just as well to keep in touch at a street fair. My family has used them several times before and not only do they work well but it is a lot of fun to use as well. Also you can try to have an emergency meet up location as well. This may seem like a bit much for a fair, but since so many things can happen within a blink of an eye, being prepared is certainly a good idea. The best option is to pick a spot when you arrive at the fair. Since most fairs require you to park further away anyway, you can always have the car be the emergency meet up spot. This will help to ensure that everyone stays safe, and you will be able to find each other in case of emergency. These are just a few ideas and suggestions on how to keep your family safe at the fair.