This event is in the "All Ages" group. Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday at the Iowa State Fair with Rosie Reader 1:00pm - 4:00pm Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 9 2024 Fri Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday at the Iowa State Fair with Rosie Reader 1:00pm - 4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Smokey Bear turns 80 on August 9. Smokey Bear started helping the US Forest Service in 1944 to inform and remind the public about the importance of fire safety.