After a historic opening day, the New York State Fair moves into day two.
No Kidding
Saturday is Youth/Student Day with all kids 18 and under admitted free.
While every parent knows that the excitement on the faces of daughters and sons is one of the joys of attending the New York State Fair, 
it’s equally heartwarming to see the contributions of kids who are on the grounds as exhibitors, workers and competitors.
Most Fairs, many kids come accompanying livestock, showing their favorite animal in hopes of taking home a blue ribbon. Sadly, there will be few of them this year as participation of children has been drastically reduced as a health precaution. 4-H isn’t there. There will be no talent showcase competition and even the youth building is closed.
But some kids will be there with their farm families and quite a few teens work at various sites on the grounds. Of course, thousands come in to enjoy the concerts, midway and food. It’s a childhood rite of passage to be sure.
Remember the Vets
Every day is Veterans’ Day at the New York State Fair, 
where the memorial in front of the Horticulture Building stands in tribute to military men, women and even military dogs.
Fundraising projects include the sale of bottled water, while you can honor your favorite vet by purchasing a flag with which to adorn a brick.
If you haven’t had a brick engraved for vets in your family, applications are available.
Pull a Fast One
Unless you travel to Coney Island or some other seaside tourist destination, you may have to get your annual fix of salt water taffy at the New York State Fair. 
It’s one of those special Fair treats that consistently attracts return customers, enticed by the noisy, rhythmic click-clack of the taffy machines and the sweet burst of flavor unleashed by each chewy mouthful.
It may be tough to decide which colorfully-wrapped nuggets to buy, but you’ll have to choose. Incidentally, there’s no salt water in the candy. It got the name because of its popularity at beachfront locales.
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