Work on new concert area for Coos County Fairgrounds announced

Work has begun on the new concert area. The floral building was moved several months ago to its new location. The building will be used as a saloon and beer garden. The flower display area is being moved into the Oaks building.

Currently in the amphitheater crews are leveling the ground and then they will cover it with grass seed. Organizers hope to get new fencing and a tree border planted this year before the fair. “We will have a temporary stage this year to see how everything is going to work out,” it states in a release. “Our goal is to have a permanent stage to use for concerts and other events through the summer months.:

The Emerald Green (Smaragd) trees cost around $15 - $25 apiece and fair officials need approximately 100 trees. If you are interested in donating towards this project it would be greatly appreciated. Also, they need funds to install electrical power and water to the stage area. On another note organizers would still like to rebuild the water feature in front of the Oaks building. “Our estimated cost is $10,000 to hire a designer unless someone would like to volunteer to build it,” the release states. “If you are willing to donate please specify which project you want the funds to go towards. Please contact the fair office if you would like to volunteer your time or make a donation. 541-396-2200.”