As the Puyallup Fair opens for its spring version from April 19-22, savvy South Sounders might ask: "Who goes to the fair, anyway, besides farmers and grandparents?"

Well, put down your Cosmos and snap on some overalls, because the answer is ... you. Organizers say that this year's edition, while shorter than its late summer edition, is crammed with more attractions than ever. For urbanites who need convincing, here's a handy checklist: Monster Trucks Friday, demolitions Saturday-Sunday, Rock U interactive music exhibit, Northwest Jr. Rodeo, Dock Dogs water jumping NASCAR race with an authentic simulator, Fiesta Mexicana, rides, fried foods and more. Go ahead: Leave your laptop behind, shimmy into that old pair of Wranglers, pull on those dusty cowboy boots, slap on a 10-gallon hat and prepare to spend yourself a day - or four - at this year's wingding.

PUYALLUP FAIRGROUNDS, PUYALLUP SPRING FAIR, THURSDAY, APRIL 19 2-10 P.M., FRIDAY, APRIL 20-SATURDAY, APRIL 21 10 A.M. TO 10 P.M., SUNDAY, APRIL 22 10 A.M. TO 8 P.M., $7-$9, NINTH AND MERIDIAN, PUYALLUP, THEFAIR.COM