Class Index
Class 1 - Heavy Horses Class 2 - Horse Pull Class 3 - Light and Pleasure Horses Class 4 - Gymkhana Class 5 - Centre Grey 4-H Achievement Show Class 6 - Markdale 4-H Invitational Showcase Class 7 - Pet Show Class 8 - Lawn & Garden Display Class 9 - Business Window Display Class 10 - Scarecrow Competition Class 11 - Field Crops Class 12 - Vegetables Class 13 - House Plants Class 14 - Patio Plants Class 15 - Cut Flowers Class 16 - Arrangements Class 17 - Bottled Goods Class 18 - Baking Class 19 - Quilts and Quilting Class 20 - Sewing and Needlework Class 21 - Knitting and Crocheting Class 22 - Handcrafts Class 23 - Woodworking Class 24 - Halloween Class 25 - Christmas Class 26 - Seniors Class 27 - Antique and Collectibles Class 28 - Photography Class 29 - Teens (13-19 years) Class 30 - 4H Projuect Display Class 31 - O.A.AS Youth Poster
Class 32 - Junior Fair -Ages up to 5 years Class 33 - Junior Fair - Ages 6 to 9 years Class 34 -Junior Fair - Ages 9-12 Class 35 - Junior Vegetables Class 36 - Junior Baking Class 37 - Junior Flowers Class 38 - Junior Photography Class 39 - Grey County Farm Safety Class 40 - O.A.A.S. Junior Poster Class 41 - Baby Show
CLASS 1 HEAVY HORSES
Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 11 a.m.
All exhibitors in class to enter the grounds via the Main Street entrance
Committee: Keith, Marg and Craig Dennis (986-2738) Exhibitors must pay the membership fee of $5.00 to the Markdale Agricultural Society with 15% of the prize money to be retained by the Society.
In case of inclement weather, please contact the committee by 7:30 a.m. for confirmation of a cancelled competition - No payouts will be made to exhibitors if the competition is cancelled.
Halter Class - All breeds together
Prizes: (unless otherwise stated): 1st: $40; 2nd: $30; $20 to remaining entries 1. Brood Mare 2. Foal of 2010 3. Filly or Colt of 2009 4. Filly, Colt or Gelding 2008 5. 3 Year old Mare 6. Yeld Mare or Gelding 7. Junior Showmanship - Open to Juniors who are 18 years and under as of January 1, 2010 showing a draft horse on line. Prizes: 1st: $25; 2nd:$20 and $15 to all remaining entries.
Note: Belgian Exhibitors - Youth showing a Belgian in section receive points towards Ontario Belgian Horse Association Youth Program.
Team Classes
Prizes: (unless otherwise stated) 1st: $60; 2nd: $50; $40 to remaining entries
8. Percheron team, light 9. Belgian team, light – Prize money donated by the Hellyer family in memory of Bert Burrell 10. Clydesdale team, light 11. Commercial team, light 12. Team of Registered Mares 13 Junior Driver, 18 years and under accompanied by an adult. 1st: $40 and all remaining entries to receive $25. 14. Lady Driver, draft team 1st: $50; 2nd: $40; $30 to remaining entries. 15. Percheron team, heavy 16. Belgian team, heavy 17. Clydesdale team, heavy 18. Commercial team, heavy 19. 4 Horse Hitch, all breeds 1st: $100; 2nd: $80; $70 remaining entries. 20. Unicorn Hitch, all breeds 1st: $60; 2nd: $50; $45 to remaining entries. 21. Single Hitch, Clydesdale and Commercial, One (1) entry per exhibitor: 1st: $45; 2nd: $35; $25 to all remaining entries. 22. Single Hitch, Belgian and Percheron, One (1) entry per exhibitor: 1st: $45; 2nd: $35; $25 to all remaining entries.
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CLASS 2 HORSE PULL
Presented by MARKDALE TRACTOR
Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 2 p.m.
All exhibitors this class to enter the grounds via the Main Street entrance
Committee: Craig, Marg & Keith Dennis, Andy Robson, Doug Sinclair
C.O.H.P.A. rules to be applied to this show.
*NOTE: Base weight must be pulled out by entries to receive prizes.
1. Light Weight Team: combined weight of under 3400 lbs. Prize money: 1st: $350; 2nd: $300; 3rd: $200; $100 to remaining entries.* 2. Powder Puff Pull—Lady teamster driving a single horse—any weight. Prize money: 1st: $200; 2nd: $150; $100 to all remaining entries.* 3. Heavy Weight Team: Team with a combined weight of over 3401 lbs. Prize money: 1st: $350; 2nd: $300; 3rd: $200; $100 to remaining entries.*
Specials
1. ELWOOD MCCAULEY SPECIAL: Best turned out Light Weight Horse Team, including Teamster and Helpers and 2. ELWOOD MCCAULEY SPECIAL: Best turned out Heavy Weight Horse Team, including Teamster and Helpers.
Winner in each Special to receive $25 from The McCauley Family
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CLASS 3 LIGHT AND PLEASURE HORSES
Sunday, August 29th 2010 at 9:30 am
Convenors: Carla Bowler 519-986-7476; Evy Bowler 519-986-2428
Entry fees: $3.00 per class (Leadline and Lou Thibaudeau Special Free!)
Prize Money: Cash Show!!! 1st $25, 2nd $20, 3rd $15, 4th $10, 5th $5. *Leadline and Lou Thibaudeau Special $5.00 to each participant.
Divisions: Open- for all exhibitors Junior- exhibitors 13 yrs. and under as of Jan. 1st 2010 Intermediate- exhibitors 14-17yrs. as of Jan. 1st 2010 Senior- exhibitors 18 yrs. and over as of Jan. 1st 2010 Novice- exhibitors with no more than 2 yrs. show experience.
*Exhibitors may wear English or Western attire for all classes. *Helmets must be worn by all exhibitors under 18 yrs of age. This will be enforced….so wear your lids kids!!!
2010 Class List
1. Open Halter Mares 2. Open Halter Geldings 3. Junior Pleasure Pony Halter (14.2hh and under) 4. Open Arabian Halter (Purebreds and Half-Arabians) 5. Open Stock Breed Halter(Quarter Horses, Paints and Appaloosas) 5a. Supreme Champion Halter Horse/Pony 6. Senior Showmanship 7. Intermediate Showmanship 8. Junior Showmanship 8a. Champion Showman (1st and 2nd place exhibitors from classes 6,7 &8.) 30 min break 9. Leadline 8yrs and under. (To be handled by a senior exhibitor) 10. Lou Thibaudeau Special- Walk Trot 10 yrs and under * Keeper trophy donated by the Markdale Agricultural Society. 11. Novice Walk-Trot 12. Novice Equitation (Walk-Trot) 13. Junior Pleasure 14. Intermediate Pleasure 15. Senior Pleasure 16. Junior Equitation 17. Intermediate Equitation 18. Senior Equitation 19. Open Junior Horse 5yrs. and under Pleasure 20. Junior Creative Costume
Special Thanks to all of our volunteers and show sponsors that help make this day possible!
2009 Sponsors: Markdale Agricultural Society; Phase 5 Drywall; Darin Carmichael Home Renovations; Pinewood Stables; Traverston Arabians;Ideal Meat Products LTD; Bowler & Company; DCL Contracting; Lepard Trucking; The Ferns Golf and Country Club; Goring Acres Arabians; Secure Insurance Solutions; Huron Bay Co-op; Greenhawk Tack and Harness Markdale
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CLASS 4 GYMKHANA
Presented by Grey County Riders
Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 3 p.m.
Committee: GREY COUNTY RIDERS Luke Coburn (986-4050)
All exhibitors in this class to enter the grounds via Main Street entrance a. Western dress required b. Helmets or hard hats to be worn by Juniors c. Electronic timer will be used d. Ages (as of Jan 1st.): Junior: 12 and under; Intermediate: 13 to 18; Senior: 19 and older Entry fee $3.00 per horse per class for Juniors, $5.00 per horse per class for Intermediates and Seniors
Prize money:
Juniors: 1st -$15.; 2nd-$12; 3rd -$10; 4th -$8.; 5th $5. Intermediates and Seniors: 1st -$30; 2nd-$25; 3rd-$20; 4th-$15; 5th-$10.
1. Junior Barrels 2. Intermediate Barrels 3. Senior Barrels 4. Open Flag 5. Junior Poles 6. Intermediate Poles 7. Senior Poles 8. Jr Keyhole 9. Intermediate Keyhole 10. Senior Keyhole 11. Junior Dash forCash 12.Intermediate Dash for Cash 13. Senior Dash for Cash 14. Open Relay
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CLASS 5 CENTRE GREY 4-H ACHIEVEMENT
Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. (approx.)
Committee: Wayne Shier and Barb Caswell
All exhibitors in class to enter the grounds via the Cavan Street entrance
1. Junior Beef Heifer - Jan. 1, 2010 to May 31, 2010
2. Intermediate Beef Heifer - Aug.1, 2009-Dec.31, 2009
3. Junior Beef Yearling - Apr.1, 2009 to July 31, 2009
4. Senior Beef Yearling - Jan.1, 2009 to Mar. 31, 2009
5. Market Steer -Finishing to show date 6. Champion Beef- Conformation- Heifer or Steer 7. Junior Beef Show person -Ages 10-14 8. Intermediate Beef Showperson. Ages 16-17 9. Senior Beef Show person -Ages 18-21 10. Champion Beef Show person
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the 4H Calf Club Sponsors!!
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CLASS 6 MARKDALE 4-H INVITATIONAL SHOWCASE
Saturday, August 28, 2010 12 p.m. (or following the achievement show)
All exhibitors in this class enter the grounds via the Cavan Street entrance
Convener: Craig Martin (986-3878)
THIS IS AN OUTDOOR SHOW Registration at Ringside. All exhibitors must be entered by 11am.
a. All entrants must pay $5 membership to Markdale Agricultural Society b. All 4-H members are encouraged to wear proper dress c. All 4-H members must fit and groom their own animal on show day. PLEASE, NO PROFESSIONAL HELP d. This show is open to any 4-H member in Grey, Bruce, Simcoe, Wellington or Dufferin Counties
NOTE: IF THERE ARE LESS THAN 6 DAIRY ENTRIES THERE WILL NOT BE A DAIRY SHOW FOR THE 2011 FAIR.
Prize money: Section 1: 1st: $15; 2nd: $15; 3rd: $10; 4th: $10; 5th: $10 and all remaining entries $5. Sections 2-6 & 17-21: 1st: $35; 2nd: $30; 3rd: $25; 4th: $15; 5th—10th:$10, all remaining entries $5. Sections 7, 14, 15, 22: Grand Champion: $25; Reserve Champion:$10.
1. Pre-4-H (under the age of 10) • Beef Calf born in 2010 • Dairy Calf born in 2010 • Beef Showmanship • Dairy Showmanship 2. Junior Dairy Heifers – March 1, 2010 to May 31, 2010 3. Intermediate Dairy Heifers – December 1, 2009 to Feb 28, 2010 4. Senior Dairy Heifers – Sept 1, 2009 to November 31, 2008 5. Summer Dairy Yearling – June 1, 2009 – August 31, 2009 6. Junior Dairy Yearling – March 1, 2009 – May 31, 2009 7. GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY HEIFER 8. Junior Dairy Showmanship (10-14) 9. Junior Beef Showmanship (10-14) 10. Intermediate Dairy Showmanship (15-17) 11. Intermediate Beef Showmanship (15-17) 12. Senior Dairy Showmanship (18-21) 13. Senior Beef Showmanship (18-21) 14. GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY SHOWPERSON 15. GRAND CHAMPION BEEF SHOWPERSON 16. SUPREME CHAMPION SHOWPERSON 17. Market Animals – Champion & Reserve 18. Junior Beef Calves – Born 2010
19. Intermediate Beef Heifers – August 1, 2009 – December 31, 2009 20. Junior Beef Yearlings – April 1, 2009 – July 31, 2009 21. Senior Beef Yearlings – January 1, 2009 – March 31, 2009 22. GRAND CHAMPION BEEF HEIFER
Thanks to our 2010 Show Sponsors:
BMO Markdale, Murlone Holsteins, Hutchinson Charolais, Northern Lights Limousin Club, Gord & Nancy Strutt and Family, Grey County Cattlemen’s Assoc., Rocklyn Junior Farmers, Markdale Agricultural Society
Our show is possible only with your support!
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CLASS 7 PET SHOW
Sunday August 29, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. Children’s area.
Convenor: Chris Evans
Rules 1. One (1) pet per exhibitor 12 years of age and under (accompanied by an adult) 2. Please have your pet in the show area on time. 3. Exhibitors must supply their own cages and all pets must be on a leash and/or under control by exhibitor. 4. Pets can be entered in one or more sections. 5. Rabies certificates must be available upon request 6. Please stoop and scoop!
Prize money: 1st -$3; 2nd -$2.50; 3rd -$2; 4th -$1.75; 5th -$1.50 with ribbons to fifth place.
1. Best dressed pet 2. Most unusual pet -exotic pet only 3. Youngest owner (six and under) 4. Pet Guinea pig, hamster, mouse, pet rabbit 5. Smallest cat 6. Largest cat 7. Cat with the best colours 8. Pet with longest tail 9. Pet with shortest tail 10. Pet with longest coat 11. Smallest dog 12. Largest dog 13. Most colourful fish in a bowl or container 14. Favourite toy animal (for children that don't have pets) 15. Best animal trick (may use small props) eg. Roll over, etc.
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CLASS 8 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR LAWN/GARDEN DISPLAY COMPETITION
Prize money: 1st: -$30; 2nd: -$20; 3rd: -$10
Display to be registered with Secretary Ruth Ann Hellyer (986-3036) or markdaleagsociety@live.ca by August 1, 2010.
Guidelines:
- Display can be a portion of the lawn or patio clearly facing a public road.
- Must include flowers and/or props advertising 2010 theme of the fair: “The Cream of the Crop”
- The display is also to have the lettering: 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR AUGUST 27, 28, 29
- Display to be in place from August 1 through to August 29th.
- Winner to be announced at the Opening Ceremonies (August 27)
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CLASS 9 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR WINDOW DISPLAY COMPETITION
Prize money: 1st: -$30; 2nd -$20; 3rd-$10
Open to Markdale Area Business Merchants. Display to be registered with Secretary Ruth Ann Hellyer (986-3036) or markdaleagsociety@live.ca by August 1, 2010.
Guidelines:
- Display can be a portion of a window that clearly faces a public road and must include agricultural products, equipment or animal props to advertise the 2010 theme of the fair - “The Cream of the Crop”
- The display is also to have the lettering: 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR AUGUST 27,28,29
- Display size to be a minimum 4' x 4', to an unlimited maximum size. It must be in place from August 1 to August 29th
- Winner to be announced at the Opening Ceremonies (August 27)
Sponsored by the Markdale Chamber of Commerce
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CLASS 10 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SCARECROW COMPETITION
1st -$30; 2nd -$20; 3rd -$10
A creative Scarecrow - Sitting or Standing (to be displayed around the arena during the 152nd Markdale Fall Fair—August 27-29, 2010.
Scarecrows may be entered Thursday evening (Aug 26) for best set up location (first come—first displayed around stage).
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CLASS 11 FIELD CROPS
Convenors: Kate Russell & Gord Strutt
Prizes: 1st:$10; 2nd:$8; 3rd:$6; 4th:$4
Hay to be shown in 6"-8" flake tied in two places. Grain, approx. ½ bushel to be shown in a bag or box. Haylage, approx. 1/2 bushel to be shown in a clear plastic bag.
1. Hay - 1st cut, primarily (at least 75%) legume 2. Hay - 1st cut, primarily (at least 75%) non-legume 3. Hay - 2nd cut 4. Haylage 5. Barley -any variety 6. Mixed grain 7. Oats -any variety 8. Wheat -any variety 9. Corn, 6 stalks for silage -tied in sheaf 10. Corn, largest cob 11. Corn, longest stalk -not including roots 12. Largest Sunflower head 13. Longest Sunflower stalk -including head, but not roots
SPECIALS Prize money: 1st -$20; 2nd -$15; 3rd -$10 14. Sheaf of grain - minimum 4" diameter 15. Best in show in section 1 to 4 16. Most points in the class to receive a gift certificate
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CLASS 12 VEGETABLES
Convenor: Kate Russell
Rules and Regulations: a. All produce to be grown by the exhibitor or family b. Small entries to be shown on paper plates or firm containers
Prize money: 1st -$3; 2nd -$2; 3rd -$1
1. Beets, long –3 roots 2. Beets, globe –3 roots 3. Beans, green –8 4. Beans, yellow –8 5. Cabbage, green –2 heads 6. Cabbage, red –2 heads 7. Cauliflower –1 heads 8. Carrots, long (7”–8”) –3 roots 9. Carrots, intermediate (5”-6”) –3 roots 10. Cucumbers, slicing –5 fruits 11. Cucumbers, gherkin or pickling (2”-3”) –5 fruits 12. Corn, sweet, husked –3 ears 13. Herbs, 3 different varieties 14. Gourds, 3 different 15. Onions, cooking, approx. 2-1/2” diameter –3 bulbs 16. Onions, Spanish, -3 bulbs 21. Peppers, red –3 fruits 22. Peppers, green –3 fruits 23. Potatoes, white –5 tubers 24. Potatoes, red –5 tubers 25. Pumpkin pie –2 fruits 26. Pumpkin, largest –1 fruit 27. Sunflower, 1 heads 28. Tomatoes, red –5 fruits, leave calyx on 29. Tomatoes, green, 3 fruits 30. Tomatoes, cherry –10 shown in a pint box 31. Zucchini, not over 10” –3 fruits 32. Largest Zucchini 33. Largest Green Pepper 34. Creative critter or character made with vegetables
35. MARKDALE & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY SPECIAL: A display collection of vegetables in suitable container (tray,box, basket etc.) not larger than 20 inches or smaller than 12” in diameter or width or length. Must have at least 8 varieties of vegetables. Prize money: 1st –$10; 2nd $5; 3rd -$3.
36. LORNE HELLYER MEMORIAL SPECIAL: Three largest potatoes (to be displayed in a basket) To be judged by weight. Prize money: 1st –10; 2nd $5; 3rd -$3. Donated by Florence Hellyer.
38. MAY HOWES MEMORIAL SPECIAL: Most points in the Class. Donated by the Markdale Agricultural Society
37. 152ND MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL: "The Cream of the Crop" - Judges choice of exhibits in Vegetable Class
FLORICULTURE
Convenor: Janie Hanna (986-2874)
Committee: Rosa Grinschgl, Sharon Ludlow.
Rules and Regulations:
a. Junior members are restricted to the junior class b. Plants must be grown by the exhibitor for the last three months. c. Exhibitors are to complete and attach entry tags by tape or tying securely to each entry. Tags stuck into pots, cut flowers or arrangements will be disqualified d. If a person wins a special prize the amount of the special will replace the normal prize in that section. e. All diseased or infested plants will be disqualified
VIDA AND LESLIE HAWKEN MEMORIAL SPECIAL: For most points in Floriculture (Classes 13, 14, 15, 16) to receive a gift donated by the Hawken and Hanna families.
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CLASS 13 HOUSE PLANTS
Convenor: Janie Hanna (986-2874)
Committee: Rosa Grinschgl, Sharon Ludlow.
Prize money: 1st –$4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2
1. African violet, single crown 2. Baby Tears 3. Cactus, identify 4. Dish Garden 5. Fern, any variety, identify 6. Group of 3 house plants, displayed on a tray, identify 7. House plant, not listed, in bloom, identify 8. House plant, not listed, for foliage, identify 9. Rex Begonia, one specimen per pot 10. Succulent, identify 11. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL: "The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's choice of the best exhibit in Houseplants
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CLASS 14 PATIO PLANTS
Convenor: Janie Hanna (986-2874)
Committee: Rosa Grinschgl, Sharon Ludlow
Prize money: 1st –$4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2
1. Any trailing plant for foliage, identify 2. Begonia, fibrous, in bloom, one specimen per pot 3. Begonia, tuberous, in bloom, one specimen per pot 4. Coleus, pot grown, one specimen per pot 5. Fuschia, in bloom, one specimen per pot 6. Geranium, in bloom, one specimen per pot 7. Hanging container for outdoors, in bloom 8. Impatiens, pot grown, one specimen per pot 9. Planter, with at least three different cultivars, identify 10. Trio, a group of 3 plants from the same family, grown in separate containers, displayed on a tray, identify. 11. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL - "The Cream of the Crop" -Judge's Choice of the best exhibit in Patio Plants.
Special thanks to the Markdale & District Horticultural Society for their continued support of the Floriculture Section in our fair. Learn more about this great local group by visiting their booth at our 152nd Markdale Fall Fair!
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CLASS 15 CUT FLOWERS
Convenor: Janie Hanna (986-2874)
Committee: Rosa Grinschgl, Sharon Ludlow
a. Cut flowers must be grown by the exhibitor, foliage is allowed, it is suggested using the flower’s own foliage when possible. b. Flowers to be exact in number. One over or under will be disqualified. c. Buds showing colour will be considered blooms d. All cut flowers to be judged as arranged. e. Where a collection is asked for, it means for a variety of colour. f. No valuable vases please.
Prize money: 1st -$4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2
1. Asters, any variety, 3 blooms 2. Begonia, 1 bloom with foliage, floating freely in bowl 3. Calendula, 5 blooms 4. Canna, 1 stem 5. Chrysanthemum, 3 sprays 6. Clematis, 3 sprays 7. Cosmos, 3 stalks 8. Cornflower, 5 blooms 9. Dahlia, decorative, 1 bloom 10. Dahlia, cactus, 3 blooms 11. Dahlia, ball, 3 blooms 12. Dahlia, different, 3 blooms 13. Geranium, 1 flower head, cut with foliage 14. Gladioli, 3 spikes 15. Gladiolus, solid colour, 1 spike 16. Gladiolus, Bi-colour, 1 spike 17. Hosta, collection of 3 leaves, identify 18. Hydrangea, 1 Bloom 19. Lavatera, 3 sprays, 1 cultivar 20. Lily, oriental, 1 stem 21. Marigold, over 3 inches, 3 blooms 22. Marigold, under 3 inches. 3 blooms 23. Ornamental grass, sedge or rush, 3 stems, 1 cultivar 24. Pansies, best collection with foliage 25. Petunia, single, 3 sprays, 1 cultivar 26. Petunia, semi-double or double, 3 sprays, 1 cultivar 27. Phlox, perennial, 3 stalks 28. Rose, hybrid tea, 1 spray 29. Rose, floribunda, 1 spray 30. Rose, 3 hybrid tea, one in bud, one half opened, and one in full bloom, shown on tray 31. Rose, miniature, 1 spray 32. Rose, 1 bloom with foliage, floating freely in a bowl 33. Salvia, annual, 3 stems 34. Sedum, 3 stalks 35. Snapdragons, dwarf type, 3 stems 36. Snapdragons, rocket types, 3 stems 37. Sunflower, multiple branching, 3 stalks 38. Sweet peas, perennial, 3 stems 39. Zinnias, any type, 3 stems, 1 cultivar 40. Any annual not listed, 3 stalks or sprays, identify 41. Any perennial not listed, 3 stalks or sprays, identify 42. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL - "The Cream of the Crop" -Judge's Choice of the best exhibit in Cut Flower class
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CLASS 16 ARRANGEMENTS
Convenor: Janie Hanna (986-2874)
Committee: Rosa Grinschgl, Sharon Ludlow.
RULES: a. Wiring and tying permitted if not visible b. All arrangements viewed from one side unless otherwise indicated. c. Flowers in arrangements, DO NOT need to be grown by exhibitor. d. Arrangements use live flowers, unless otherwise stated.
Prize money: 1st – $6 (or $10 gift certificate); 2nd -$5; 3rd -$4
1."Pop the Cork", design featuring a wine glass and bottle on a tray 2. “Itsy Bitsy” arrangement not to exceed 5” both ways 3. "Bridging the Generations” an all around arrangement using a bridge 4. "National Pride", arrangement using red and white flowers 5. “Pass the Cream”, arrangement in a creamer 6. "Breast Cancer's Pink Ribbon" arrangement for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, accessories allowed 7. "Pooh's Favourite" arrangement in a honey container 8. "Leaf it Alone" foliage only design, may include ornamental grasses 9. "Just for Laughs” people put flowers in the darnedest things 10. "Sunny Day on the Farm" arrangement using sunflowers & butterflies 11. “Passing of Time” a floor arrangement of wayside materials and/or garden blooms, featuring weathered wood 12. MARKDALE 152nd FALL FAIR SPECIAL: An arrangement celebrating our 152nd Fair. 13. JACK PATTERSON MEMORIAL SPECIAL – A plaque for the Best Floral arrangement.
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HOMECRAFT
Blanche McCullough Homecraft President Specials: $10.00 for any adult craft item and $5.00 for any junior craft item chosen to represent the Markdale Fall Fair at the OAAS Convention in Feb. 2011 at the Royal York in Toronto.
CLASS 17—BOTTLED GOODS
Prize money for this class donated by FLORENCE HELLYER
Committee: Florence & Ruth Ann Hellyer
Prize money: 1st -$4; 2nd -$3.50; 3rd -$3
Rules and regulations:
a. Jars must be clean. b. Jams, Jellies and Marmalade must be in Pint (500ml) or half-pint( 250ml) jars. c. Pickles must be in quart (litre) or pint (500ml) jars d. Jars must be sealed (does not apply to freezer jams) No wax seals e. Fasten tags to jars, not to lids. Use elastic bands if possible f. Entries should not contain food colouring g. Only one entry per exhibitor per section h. All entries must have new lids.
CANNED OR PRESERVED
1. Cherry Jam 2. Peach Jam 3. Raspberry Jam 4. Raspberry freezer jam-no seal required 5. Strawberry freezer jam, no seal required 6. Marmalade –any variety 7. Black Currrant Jelly 8. Crabapple jelly 9. Grape jelly 10. BERNARDIN JAM/JELLY AWARD –Strawberry Jam. Best jam/jelly using Bernardin pectin as selected by the fair. Judging will be based on appearance, taste, textures and recipe creativity. Entry must be submitted with proof of purchase (pkg or UPC symbol) 1st –Bernardin $20 Gift Certificate plus Rosette Prize Ribbon. 11. CERTO BEST OF JAM OR JELLY CONTEST – Best Red Pepper jelly. Judging will be based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. Entry must have a Certo label attached to entry.1st–$20 Certo Product Coupon, 2nd -$10 Certo Product Coupon.
PICKLES
12. Dilled cucumber pickle 13. Icicle pickle 14. Bread ‘n’ Butter pickle 15. Chili Sauce 16. Beans pickled 17. Mustard (bean) pickle 18. Beets pickled 19. Carrots pickled 20. Zucchini relish 21. Hot dog relish 22. Pickled mushrooms
OTHER
23. Salsa 24. Salad dressing (boiled) in 4 oz jar. Does not have to be sealed 25. French Dressing in 4 oz jar. Does not have to be sealed 26. Maple syrup – pint jar (500ml) or equivalent 27. BERNARDIN GIFT PACK COMPETITION Best gift pack to have at least three (3) filled mason jars sealed with BERNARDIN SNAP or BERNARDIN COLLECTION ELITE SNAP LIDS. Contents and container must not exceed $20. Entry may also include additional components that complete the overall theme of gift. All jars must be labeled with contents. Gift Packs need not be in a basket, in fact, it is encouraged to be creative in the presentation. Judges select winners based on creativity, quality of home-canned product, perceived value; appropriateness of presentation. Prize: 1st to receive a BERNARDIN Gift Certificate and a Rosette Prize Ribbon.
28. BERNARDIN BEST OF SHOW AWARD – Winner of most points in Class to receive a BERNARDIN Gift Certificate and a Rosette Prize Ribbon.
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CLASS 18 BAKING
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules and Regulations a. Only one exhibit per section per exhibitor b. All exhibits to be shown in clear plastic bags, unless otherwise stated c. All layer cakes to be shown in a plastic dome container d. NO SARAN WRAP e. Cakes and loaves are not to be shown in a pan unless stated otherwise in the section description f. Minimum size of cakes to be 8" x 8" g. Tags to be taped to the outside of the bags or domes (with clear tape) h. Temper new aluminum foil pie plates (or pans) at 400° F for 10 min.
Prize money: 1st –$4; 2nd -$3.50; 3rd-$3 unless otherwise stated
1. One loaf of multi-grain bread 2. One loaf of bread made in the breadmaker 3. One loaf of whole wheat bread 4. One loaf of cheese bread 5. One loaf of braided bread 6. Three cloverleaf rolls 7. Three plain rolls 8. Six Chelsea buns 9. Three plain tea biscuits 10. Three chocolate chip cookies 11. Three drop cookies –fruit and nut only 12. Three uncooked cookies, any variety 13. Three filled cookies 14. Three date cookies 15. Four lemon squares 16. Cookies or squares, 3 varieties, 3 of each 17. Fudge, 3 pieces 18. Nuts and Bolts, shown in a 500ml/pint jar 19. Caramel popcorn, shown in a 500ml/pint jar 20. Chocolate Almond Bark, 5 pieces 21. Trail Mix, one cup, shown in a Ziploc bag 22. Three carrot muffins 23. Three bran muffins 24 Three banana muffins 25. Three pineapple bran muffins 26. Lemon loaf 27. Cherry loaf 28. Pumpkin loaf 29. Date and nut loaf 30. Fruit and nut loaf (not yeast) 31. Zucchini loaf 32. Pineapple upside down cake 33. Boiled raisin cake (iced) 34. Carrot cake (iced) 35. Gumdrop cake 36. Tomato soup cake 37. Queen Elizabeth cake, shown in the pan 38. Date cake, shown in the pan 39. Three butter tarts (raisin only). Prize money donated in memory of Isabel Holt by the HOLT FAMILY. 40. Three pecan tarts 41. Three cherry tarts 42. Baked pie shell Sections 43-45 to be ¼ of 9" pie (smaller sizes will be disqualified) shown on plate in clear plastic bag 43. Raspberry pie 44. Dutch apple pie 45. Blueberry pie 46. Raisin pie, lattice top 47. Apple pie, double crust 48. Cherry pie, lattice top
DIABETIC
Note: All entries in sections 49-51 MUST be suitable for diabetic diet, made WITHOUT regular sugar. Sugar substitutes permitted. Include recipe with entry.
49. Apple pie 50. 3 Cookies 51. 3 Banana muffins
SPECIALS
Prize money for sections 52-62: 1st: $10, 2nd: $4; 3rd: $3
52. 152nd Markdale Fall Fair -"The Cream of the Crop" : Decorated cake (cake may be artificial) decorations only to count. First Prize donated by the Markdale Agricultural Society
First Prize in sections 53-61 donated by the Markdale Friendship Circle
53. Peach pie. VIVIAN PRIDDLE MEMORIAL SPECIAL 54. Coffeecake, not yeast, with crumb top. KAY MCMANAMAN MEMORIAL SPECIAL 55. Two pounds of light fruitcake, crusted all around, nuts allowed. ROSSIE STEWART MEMORIAL SPECIAL 56. Two pounds of dark fruitcake, crusted all around. HAZEL STODDARY MEMORIAL SPECIAL 57. Chocolate Layer Cake, WILMA PENDLETON MEMORIAL SPECIAL 58. Angel Food Cake (iced), INA TAYLOR MEMORIAL SPECIAL 59. Best Loaf of White Bread. ANNA BOWLES MEMORIAL SPECIAL 60. Best Loaf of Brown Bread. LAURA SEWELL MEMORIAL SPECIAL 61. Four Cherry Squares. ELSIE MORRISON MEMORIAL SPECIAL 62. Pecan Pie. HELEN WYVILLE MEMORIAL SPECIAL
COUNTRY FAIR BAKING SPECIALS
63. FLEISCHMANN’S YEAST BREAD CONTEST: Best Homemade Herb Bread. Entry must be made with sponsor’s product, include product label as proof of purchase. Judging based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. 1st: Gift prize; 2nd: Gift prize.
64. TENDERFLAKE BEST PIE CONTEST: Best Homemade Peach Double-crust Pie. Judging based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. Product label (PoP) must be affixed to entry. 1st: Gift Prize; 2nd: Gift Prize. 3rd: Gift Prize.
65. ROBIN HOOD FLOUR FAMILY FAVOURITE RECIPE BAKING CONTEST: Best homemade cake. Product label(PoP)must be affixed to entry. Judging based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. 1st: Product Certificate; 2nd: Product Certificate.
66. MAZOLA AND BEE HIVE BEST BAKING CONTEST: Best Homemade Sticky Buns. Judging based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. Product label (PoP) must be affixed to entry. 1st - $15.00 plus a gift prize; 2nd -$10.00 plus a gift prize
67. CRISCO FAMILY FAVOURITE RECIPE CONTEST: Best Butter Tart (no raisins). Must be made with Crisco shortening or oil. Label from Crisco package to be attached to the entry tag. Judging will be based on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity. Prizes: 1st -Crisco Certificate; 2nd - Crisco Certificate.
OAAS BAKING COMPETITION
68. O.A.A.S 60% WHOLE WHEAT BREAD COMPETITION Recipe must be attached. Minimum pan size: 8” x 4” x 2.5” (20cm x 10cm x 7cm). Maximum pan size: 9” x 5” x 3” (23cm x 13cm x 7.5cm) 1st: $10.00 Donated by Homecraft President Blanche McCullough. Winner is eligible to compete in the District 10 competition in October 2010. Winner of district competition will then advance to the Provincial competition held in February 2011 at the Royal York in Toronto.
The Winner of the most points in Class to be awarded a silver tray and acknowledged as the "2010 Champion Baker"
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OAAS HAND QUILT COMPETITION
The first and second placed quilts in sections 1-6 will be judged again for the Markdale Fall Fair Grand Championship Hand Quilted Quilt.
1st - $25. donated by Bluewater Quilters’ Guild; 2nd -$20. 3rd -$10. 2nd & 3rd prize donated by Ruth Ann Hellyer. District 10 Past Homecraft Director
The Markdale Fall Fair Grand Championship Hand Quilt will then be eligible for the District 10 competition to take place in October 2010 (Beaver Valley). The Champion quilt from District 10 competition will then proceed to the Provincial championship to be held at the O.A.A.S Annual Convention at the Royal York, Toronto in February 2011
CLASS 19 QUILTS AND QUILTING
Convener: Marg Dennis
Samples must accompany all entries
a. Please name your quilt pattern b. Quilts to be made and quilted by one person c. Quilts will be covered with protective plastic d. All quilts to be at least 72" x 90" unless otherwise stated
HAND QUILTING
Prize money for sections 1-6, 1st -12.; 2nd -$10.; 3rd-$8.
1. Quilt made by a first year quilter 2. Quilt, thread embroidery 3. Quilt, cotton pieced 4. Quilt, appliquéd by hand 5. Quilt, sampler 6. Quilt, scrap 7. Quilt, made by a group
Sections 8-19 may be hand or machine quilted
Prize money for sections 8-19, 1st -$6; 2nd -$5; 3rd-$4.
8. Quilt, lap size, approx. 45" x 45" 9. Quilt, crib size, approx. 36" x 45", original, not printed panel 10. Quilt, crib size, approx. 36" x 45", pre-printed panel 11. Quilt, single size at least 48" x 88" 12. Crazy quilt, any method, tied or quilted. Can be less than 72” x 90” 13. Miniature quilt, up to 72" in perimeter. Must be more than one block 14. Quilt top - not quilted 15. Quilted original wall hanging 16. Quilted pair of potholders 17. Quilted table runner or centerpiece 18. Quilted pair of placemats 19. Wearable vest, lined, with quilting
SHORT ARM (Domestic) MACHINE QUILTING
Minimum of 48" x 48" (or total perimeter of 92") in square, rectangle etc.
Prize money for sections 19-21 1st -$10.00; 2nd -$8.00; 3rd -$6.00
20. Quilt, any discipline 21. Quilt, pre-printed top 22. Quilt, rag technique 23. Quilt, seasonal
OAAS SHORT ARM MACHINE QUILT COMPETITION
The first and second placed quilts in sections 20-23 will be judged again for the Markdale Fall Fair Grand Championship Machine Quilted Quilt. 1st - $25; 2nd -$20; 3rd -$10. Donated by Ruth Ann Hellyer, in memory of Ella Burrell.
The Markdale Fall Fair Grand Championship Short Arm Machine Quilt will then be eligible for the District 10 competition to take place in October 2009 (Durham). The Champion quilt from District 10 competition will then proceed to the provincial championship to be held at the O.A.A.S annual convention at the Royal York, Toronto in February 2010.
LONG ARM MACHINE QUILTING
24. Quilt, anydiscipline 25. Quilt, pre -printed top 26. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL -"The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's Choice of all exhibits in Quilting Class
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CLASS 20 SEWING AND NEEDLEWORK
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules: a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prize money: 1st- $4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
1. Child’s jacket 2. Child’s nightwear 3. Child’s sewn hat and scarf 4. Child’s T-shirt 5. Child’s article of clothing 6. Lady’s vest, lined 7. Lady’s buttoned blouse 8. Lady’s skirt, with zipper 9. Lady’s Capri pants 10. Men’s sleep pants 11. Adults’ cozy nightgown 12. Adults’ Arctic fleece jacket 13. Any sewn article using a serger 14. Any article of sewing not listed 15. Something sewn for a pet 16. An article made of flannel work shirts 17. Two potholders, different 18. Two hot dish mats 19. Tea cozy 20. Half apron 21. Fancy apron 22. Full apron with a bib 23. An article made from one meter of material or less 24. Table runner 25. Casserole carrier or cover 26. Beach bag 27. Needlepoint article 28. Toss cushion, for child's bedroom 29. Cushion, pieced 30. Cushion top made of ribbon 31 Cushion, sewn 32. Any item of needlework not listed
SEWING AND NEEDLEWORK SPECIALS
33. BIRTHE HEBY MEMORIAL SPECIAL: Counted Cross-stitch article. Donated in memory of BIRTHE HEBY by Holt Family.
34. The ELIZABETH HARTLEY SPECIAL: A wall hanging for the living room -1st $10.00. Donated by the Markdale Friendship Circle
35. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL: "The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's choice of all exhibits in Sewing and Needlework.
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CLASS 21 KNITTING AND CROCHETING
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules: a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prizes for sections 1-22 (unless otherwise stated): 1st -$4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
KNITTING
1. Carriage cover, at least 24' x 36" 2. Baby sweater set, 2 pieces (no ribbon ties) 3. Child's hat, size to 6 years 4. Child's pair of mitts, size to 6 years 5. Child's bulky knit sweater, size to 6 years 6. Child's socks, one pair, size to 6 years 7. Youth's hat, size 8-14 years 8. Youth's mitts, size 8-14 years 9. Youth's socks, one pair, size 8-14 years 10. Youth's cardigan, size 8-14 years 11. Youth's pullover, size 8-14 12 Youth’s pair of slippers, size 8-14 years 13 Men’s hat and scarf 14. Men's pair of mitts 15. Men's pair of heavy socks 16. Men's sweater: 1st -$6; 2nd -$4; 3rd -$3. 17. Lady’s sleeveless vest 18. Lady’s hat or headband and mitts set 19. Lady’s pair of slippers 20. Lady’s fancy sweater: 1st- $6; 2nd-$4; 3rd-$3. 21. Lady’s bulky sweater: 1st-$6; 2nd-$4; 3rd-$3. 22. Shrug or prayer shawl 23. Cushion, 20" or less
CROCHETING
a. Samples must accompany all entries b. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prizes for sections 23-30 1st -$4; 2nd-$3; 3rd -$2.
24. Baby set, 2 pieces 25. Child's toy 26. Crib cover, at least 36" x 54" 27. Lady’s hat 28. Lady’s tote bag 29. Tea cozy 30. Cushion, 20" or less 31. One mounted table centerpiece, over 12"
AFGHANS
a. Samples must accompany all entries b. All afghans to be approx. 48" x 72" c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prizes for sections 31-34(unless otherwise stated)1st -$8; 2nd -$6; 3rd -$4.
32. Crocheted afghan, not pieced 33. Knitted afghan, not pieced 34. Knitted afghan, pieced 35. Crocheted bedspread
SPECIALS
36. MARY BAIRD MEMORIAL SPECIAL: Child's cardigan or pullover, fancy, size to 6 years: Donated in memory of “Nana” by Karen Holt
37. IVA BAKER MEMORIAL SPECIAL: Best Crocheted article in Class to receive $10. Donated by the Markdale Friendship Circle
38. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL -"The Cream of the Crop" : AJudge's Choice of all exhibits in Knitting, Crochet and Afghans.
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CLASS 22 HANDCRAFTS
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
RULES: a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prize money: 1st- $4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
1. Creatively decorated shadow box 2. "My Hobby" - a 12" x 12" Scrapbook page, must include at least 2 photos and journaling 3. New article using recycled tin can(s) 4. Decorate a tea pot 5. Any article decorated with (sewing) buttons 6. Four placemats for a special occasion 7. Table arrangement (no fresh flowers) for a summer's end party 8. Napkin holder (not fabric) 9. Table favour for a special occasion (wedding, birthday, shower etc.) 10. A lampshade 11. A handmade hostess gift (not to exceed $10.) 12. A handmade gift for a shut-in, not edible 13. Sun-catcher 14. A wrapped gift (not a giftbag) 15. Stained glass panel no larger than 12" x12" 16. Traditional hooked article 17. Handmade farm animal, not a doll 18. Handmade teddy bear 19. Scarecrow, under 25" 20. A watercolour, any subject, ready to hang 21. Oil or acrylic painting, any subject 22. Charcoal drawing, any subject 23. A portrait, any media
SPECIALS: 24. DONNA REA SPECIAL: Best stuffed animal dressed to come to the fair. 1st -$5; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2. 25. BERNARDIN SNAP lid/Mason Jar Creative Craft Award. Best decorative or functional homemade craft made using a Bernardin mason jar(s) and or 2-piece SNAP Lid. Entry must include a label as proof of purchase. 1st: Product Gift Certificate and Rosette Prize Ribbon.
26. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL - "The Cream of the Crop" Judge's Choice of all entries in Handcrafts.
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CLASS 23 WOODWORKING
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules: a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prize money: 1st: $4; 2nd: $3; 3rd: $2.
1. A plant poke 2. Wooden game (Crokinole board, puzzle, etc.) 3. Handmade lawn ornament 4. Shadow figure 5. A novel item of woodworking 6. Item using a scroll saw 7. Birdfeeder or birdhouse 8. Any item turned on a lathe (bowl, plate etc.) 9. A wooden shelf 10. Cane or walking stick 11. Whittled item (no sanding) 12. Any item not listed, made of wood 13. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL -"The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's Choice of exhibits in Woodworking Class
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CLASS 24 HALLOWEEN
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Restricted to exhibitors 65 years of age or older
a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prize money: 1st- $4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
1. Handmade mask 2. Halloween door decoration 3. Halloween table decoration 4. Halloween costume 5. Ghost, any media 6. Decorated Trick or Treat bag 7. Halloween window decoration 8. Handmade pumpkin 9. Witch, any media
10. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL - "The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's Choice of the exhibits in Halloween class.
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CLASS 25 CHRISTMAS
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules: a. One entry per section per exhibitor b. Samples to be attached (where possible) c. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years
Prize money: 1st- $4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
1. A reindeer figure –any media 2. Four Christmas coasters (with or without holder) 3. Handmade Christmas tree (no larger than 36”) 4. Christmas tree topper 5. Mr. & Mrs. Snowman 6. Christmas Hostess gift (value under $10.00) 7. Small antique item decorated for Christmas (not to exceed 8” in any direction) 8. Photo frame decorated for Christmas 9.Gift basket for a “Baby’s First Christmas” containing at least 6 different articles, at least two to be handmade 10. Scrapbook (memory booking) double spread -Christmas theme only 11. Christmas cushion 12. Christmas card 13. Angel, any media 14. Three Christmas tree ornaments -One fabric, one of wood and one of any other media 15. Christmas lapel pin or corsage 16. Christmas table runner 17. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL: "The Cream of the Crop" -Judge's Choice of exhibits in Christmas class.
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CLASS 26 SENIORS
Convenor: Blanche McCullough
Rules and Regulations: a. RESTRICTED TO EXHIBITORS 65 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER b. One entry per section per exhibitor c. Samples to be attached (where possible). d. Entries to have been made in the last 2 years.
Prize money: 1st -$4; 2nd -$3; 3rd -$2.
1. Knitted afghan 2. Crocheted afghan 3. Decorated paper bag for Christmas 4. Handmade gift for a grandchild 5. A knitted or chroched dishcloth 6. One pair of handmade slippers 7. Handmade gift for a grandchild 8. A hotpad 9. A craft you learned as a child. 10. Easter centerpiece 11. Handmade card for a 50th Anniversary 12. A collection of 5 mounted photographs of "Me" taken over the years, State the age under each picture 13. Jar cover, displayed on the jar 14. Tea cozy, any medium 15. Crocheted centerpiece, over 12" any direction 16. Handmade small gift for a friend 17. Four Morning Glory muffins 18. A pint of Dill pickles 19. Valentine novelty item 20. OLDEST EXHIBITOR SPECIAL: -A handmade article made by the exhibitor. To qualify for this special, the exhibitor must state his/her age on the entry tag. 21. RUBY CLARK MEMORIAL SPECIAL- Most points in Class to win $10. Donated by the Markdale Friendship Circle. 22. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL- "The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's Choice of all the entries in the Seniors Class.
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CLASS 27 ANTIQUES AND COLLECTIBLES
Convenor: Rose Wiley
Rules and Regulations: a. All items will be secured behind a screened protected area b. An antique is recognized as any piece at least 50 years old. Antiques are pre-1959. c. Historical interest and approximate date of entry would be appreciated but is not necessary for a prize. d. Secure small items with a protective bag or covering. e. Items will be judged on rarity and age. Items with some conditional problems are allowed.
PHOTOGRAPHS
f. No photocopies or newspaper clippings g. May be displayed in frame or in a clear plastic bag h. Photographs may have people i. People and/or location to be named if possible
Prize money: 1st -$3; 2nd -$2; 3rd -$1.
AT SCHOOL
1. Old slate 2. Old Report Card 3. School scribbler, or workbook showing a pupil’s work 4. Ink bottle and old pen 5. Child's lunch box 6. School Picture. Please name school (May include people) 7. Hand held school bell
AROUND MARKDALE (AND DISTRICT)
8. Memorabilia of a Markdale business no longer there. (Old picture, object or advertising etc.) (Include name/dates and short history if possible.) 9. Photo of a local business named with a short history if possible. 10. Old photo of the inside of a Markdale store (with name and brief history.) 11. Old photo of a Markdale sports team, with names if possible 12. Old photo of the Markdale creamery 13. Old photo of a Markdale group, with names if possible 14. Old Markdale Newspaper
AROUND GRANDPA’S BARN OR SHED
15. Photo of person(s) with a cow(s) 16. Photo of horse and buggy (may include people) 17. Photo of a motorcycle (may include people) 18. Horse bit 19. Spokeshave 20. Old farm magazine, Farmer’s Almanac, Farmer’s Advocate or old ledgerbook 21. Wire nosebag, used on horse to stop eating grain in the field 22. Pail with milk strainer 23. Old picture of a tractor working in the field, with names and location 24. Flashlight 25. Picture of a barn raising, with names and location if possible 26. Bicycle pump 27. Picture of a team of horses (may include people) 28. Old pipe wrench
MEN'S THINGS
29. Old jack knife 30. Snuff box 31. A flat 50 Cigarette tin 32. A walking stick 33. A whiskey bottle with label 34. Ashtry with advertising
FROM THE PARLOUR
35. Two old greeting cards mounted, (e.g. Christmas, Easter, Valentine’s and Birthday 36. Black edged death announcement card 37. Photo of a soldier from WWI or WWII (named with brief history if possible) 38. Old postcard, with an amusing picture 39. A wedding invitiation 40. Old family picture showing at least 3 generations (named if possible)
WOMEN'S THINGS
41. Ladies’ muff 42. A hair safe 43. A sad iron 44. A Piece of jewelry
IN GRANDMA’S KITCHEN
45. WWI ration book 46. Old plate, displayed in a stand if possible 47. Pie bird 48. Remedy Tin 49. 5 items from Grandma's sewing basket, displayed in a box 50. Egg beater 51. Pie plate 52. Old seed catalogue 53. Old granite spoon 54. Lifter used to lift the lid odd a stove 55. Oil lamp 56. Candle holder 57. Cream can 58. Milk Pitcher 59. Coffee grinder 60. Coffee pot 61. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL: “The Cream of the Crop”- Judge's Choice of exhibits in Antique and Collectible class.
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CLASS 28 PHOTOGRAPHy
Convenor: Joyce Hawken
Rules and Regulations: a. One coloured photo 4" x 6" per section (unless otherwise stated) b. Prints to be original size, no enlargements, and no print cropping c. Mount each print on 6"x 8" white card, railroad or bristol board d. Do not use phot corners to attach pictures to the bristol board e. Photos to have been taken by the exhibitor f. Please place the exhibitor tag in the upper right hand corner Please do not cover any portion of the picture g. Photos to have been taken within the last 2 years h. Disqualification may result if rules are not followed i. The Markdale Fall Fair is a family event. Any photos not suitable for family viewing will not be judged or displayed
Prize money: 1st: -$3; 2nd: $2.50; 3rd: $1.00
ONE PHOTO 4”X6”
1. Dramatic Sky 2. Vegetable(s) in a garden e.g. peas, corn, zucchini, etc. 3. Fruit(s) on a tree 4. Wildflower(s) in spring 5. Scenery - no people 6. Sandcastle(s) 7. Waterfall 8. Arbour or trellis-to include climbing plants on it 9. "Reflections" in the water 10. Winter wonderland 11. Summer outdoor activity 12. Barn 13. Church 14. Baby Farm animal(s) 15. Bird 16. Farm scenery - to include animals 17. Butterfly or moth 18. Reptile e.g. snake, frog, turtle etc. 19. "Bug(s)" e.g. bee, spider, ladybug, etc. 20. "Creepy crawler(s)" e.g. snail, centipede, worm, etc. 21. Pets at play (2 or more) 22. Children at Markdale Fall Fair 2009 23. Fall colours 24. Scenery Sunrise/sunset 25. "When the wind blows" (damage) 26. Action - "Fun in the Water" 27. Capture - My Favourite Vacation" 28. Flower Garden 29. "Close- up" 30. Child(ren) - "Do the Darndest Things" 31. "Working Together" - child and adult 32. Generations (3 or more family members) 33. Candid Precious Moment 34. Funny Face (head and shoulders shot) 35. "A picture says a thousand words" 36. "Best Catch of the Day" - a fishing photo 37. Windmill(s) 38. Working on the farm 39. Graduation Day 40. SPECIAL: Most points sections 1-39 to receive a gift
TWO PHOTOS
Sections 41-46 to be two (2) photos mounted on a sheet of white bristol board no larger than 10" x 15" (may be smaller)
Prize money 1st- Gift donated by Joyce Hawken; 2nd- $2.50; 3rd- $2.
41. "Now and Then" Markdale Tornado 2009 42. Markdale 2009 Tornado "The Aftermath" 43. Aftermath - "The Clean-up" 44. Markdale Fall Fair 2009 45. Memorable moment at the 151st Markdale Fall Fair 46. Markdale Fall Fair exhibits
FOUR PHOTOS
Sections 47-50 to be mounted on a sheet of white bristol board, no larger than 16" x 16" (may be smaller). First prize in each section to receive a gift donated by Joyce Hawken; 2nd -$3; 3rd-$2.50.
47. Flower(s) -4 different 48. "Nature Walk" - What I see 49. Animals - 4 different 50. Emotions - 4 different facial expressions (can be of different people) 51. SPECIAL for most points in Photography 52. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL -"The Cream of the Crop" - The Judges’ Choice of all exhibits in Photography
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CLASS 29—Teens (AGES 13-19 YEARS OLD)
Convener: Marg Dennis
Rules and Regulations: a. Membership in Markdale Agricultural Society required to show in class b. One entry per section per exhibitor c. No soiled work d. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor e. Samples required where possible
Prize money: 1st: $3; 2nd: $2.50 3rd- $2.00 (unless otherwise stated)
SEWING AND CRAFTS
1. Candle ring 2. Decorated Christmas ball 3. Handmade greeting card for any occasion 4. Door decoration, any media 5. Wooden article 6. A Christmas decoration 7. A CD cover using your computer 8. Small gift for a teacher or friend 9. Handmade jewelry
FLOWERS
10. MARKDALE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY SPECIAL : Arrangement of fresh flowers for a birthday party—may include accessories. 11. “For Grandma”- An arrangement of artificial or dried flowers 12. Markdale & District Horticultural Society Special: Arrangement using fresh flowers, in a recycled container, suitable for giving to a friend
PHOTOGRAPHY
a. Prints to have been taken by the exhibitor b. Prints to be 4” x 6” mount on white bristol board-1” borders all edges c. Entry tags to be in the upper right hand corner
13. A birthday party 14. A sporting event 15. Best friends 16. Members of your family 17. A school trip 18. A pet 19. Taken out my bedroom window (part of window must be showing) 20. “What is special to me” 21. My best photo 22. Two-page memory book: "Getting ready for Christmas activity" 23. FLEISCHMANN'S YEAST BEST BREAD “YOUTH” CONTEST Best Homemade White bread. Recipes to be attached with proof of purchase of sponsor product. 1st -$15.
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THE FUTURE FEMALE FARMER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The girl, age 13 and under, receiving the most points in all Junior classes (including flowers, baking and vegetables) will receive the annual Future Female Farmer of the Year Award plus $10. Prize money donated by Maurice and Rosaleen Wiley.
THE FUTURE MALE FARMER OF THE YEAR AWARD
The boy, age 13 and under, receiving the most points in all Junior classes (including flowers, baking and vegetables) will receive the Future Male Farmer of the Year Award plus $10. Prize money donated by Maurice and Rosaleen Wiley.
Winners to be announced following the Baby Show, Sat. August 29th.
CLASS 30 4H PROJECT DISPLAY
Secretary Ruth Ann Hellyer (519-986-3036)
$15 will be awarded to each entry. Each club asked to provide poster and name of project with display
Please contact the secretary if a table is requested
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CLASS 31- O.A.A.S YOUTH POSTER
Rules: a. Youth Grade 7 to Grade 12 inclusive b. Must be hand drawn c. Min. 23cm x 28cm (8-1/2" x 11") to Max. 30.5cm x 46cm (12' x 18") d. Mounted on black bristol board to give a 2" border all around e. On back of each entry must include Name, Grade and School
Prizes: 1st $20.00; 2nd -$15.00; 3rd -$10.00 - Donated by Ruth Ann Hellyer, District 10 Past Homecraft Director Topic: 152nd Markdale Fall Fair “The Cream of the Crop”
The winner of the Markdale Fall Fair competition will be eligible to compete in the District 10 competition (fall 2010). Winner of the District Competition will enter Provincials held in February 2011
CLASS 32 - JUNIOR FAIR -AGES UP TO 5 YEARS OLD
Convener: Nancy Strutt (986-3359)
Prize money: 1st- $2. 2nd- 1.75 3rd- $1.50
Prize money PAID IN CASH ON SATURDAY of the fair. See the Secretary at the fair office after 2 p.m. Saturday, August 27th (in arena)
1. Picture made of good food shapes (squares, circles etc) 2. Design your own flower 3. A collage -"My favourite foods" 4. Macaroni necklace - at least 2 kinds of noodles 5. Finger painting, any subject 6. Create a frame for your favourite picture 7. Paint your name on plain white paper 8. Painting of "Grandma and Grandpa" 9. Trace your hand and decorate it. My favourite book- design your own book cover protector 10. Pasta Picture - "At the Fair" A handmade bookmark 11. Collection of "My 5 Favourite Things" 12. Draw a picture of "Me" 13. Any article you would like to display at the Fair. 14. Picture of "What I will look like at 65 years old" 15. Make a cow from a milk container
RECYCLING 16. What I can make from an egg container 17. Something made from scraps
UNDERSTANDING AGRICULTURE 18. A hand-drawn picture of nutritional foods 19. Dress up your Teddy Bear as a farmer 20. The Biggest Maple Leaf - mounted on construction paper 21. Cut and Paste picture of a Fall Fair 22. Draw a picture of a healthy lunch 23. A collection of 5 different tree flowers (maybe wildflowers and weeds) -Mount them 24. Include, draw and/or show pictures of 5 local vegetables 25. Special: For most points in sections 1 to 24 to receive $5.00, donated by Florence Hellyer
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CLASS 33 JUNIOR FAIR - AGES 6 TO 9
Prize money: 1st- $2.50 2nd- 2.00 3rd- $1.50
Prize money PAID IN CASH ON SATURDAY of the fair. See the Secretary at the fair office after 2 p.m. Saturday, August 27th (in arena)
1. Four lines of printing- “My favourite good food” 2. A fire safety map of your home 3. A poem 4. A drawing of your favourite cartoon or TV character- named 5. Design a poster for 2011 Fair. Theme the 153rd Markdale Fall Fair. 6. Painting that demonstrates “Texture” 7. A handmade Party Hat 8. Anything you would like to display at the fair 9. My favourite book- design your own book cover protector 10. A handmade bookmark
RECYCLING
11. Animal feet- Use 2 tissue boxes to create animal feet to wear-identify 12. Decorate a pencil to look like a scarecrow 13. Decorate a cracker box to make a purse (size not to exceed 12”) 14. Make an Alien out of recycled materials
UNDERSTANDING AGRICULTURE
15. Bird sculpture, any media 16. A vegetable animal 17. Seed picture- four or more seeds to be used 18. Wildflowers in an antique container 19. Mrs. Potato Head- use a real potato 20. Make a poster to sell your garden vegetables 21. Include, draw and/or show pictures of 10 things made from milk 22. List 5 different breeds of cats—include pictures and history 23. Collect 10 different tree leaves. -Mount and identify them 24. Make a farm implement from recycled materials 25. Special: For most points in sections 1 to 24 to receive $10.00, donated by Florence Hellyer
CLASS 34 -JUNIOR FAIR - AGES 10-13 Years
Prize money: 1st- $3.00 2nd- $2.00 3rd- $1.00
Prize money PAID IN CASH ON SATURDAY of the fair. See the Secretary at the fair office after 2 p.m. Saturday, August 27th (in arena)
1. Make a brochure on “Our Planet” 2. A poster in French that describes a sport 3. “All About Me”- Silhouette of yourself collaged with good food 4. Any sculpture (no Lego please) of “At the Fair” 5. Pastel picture, your choice of subject 6. Origami 7. A handmade invitation to “A Garden Party” 8. 10 lines of handwriting- “What I Like About the Fall Fair” 9. Bedroom door art- e.g. “Stay Out” “Genius at Work” etc. 10. Handmade Halloween decoration 11. Your Family Tree- at least 3 generations- use a tree format 12. Design a cover for a Video Game - may be hand drawn or computer generated 13. Handmade piece of jewelry 14. Design a "Welcome to Markdale" sign 15. Computer art- Protect your Binder 16. Design a poster for the 153rd Markdale Fall Fair. Theme it!
RECYCLING
17. Wind chimes made from recycled materials 18. Desk or locker organizer made from recycled materials 19. Tin can nail punched lantern 20. In a shoebox, 10 things you already have to make a “Babysitting Kit”
UNDERSTANDING AGRICULTURE
21. Include, draw, and/or show pictures of 10 things grown locally 22. List 7 breeds of dogs—include picture and identify 23. Create a bumper sticker on heavy paper promoting agriculture (e.g. “If you ate today- thank a farmer” 24. Collect and identify 10 different types of grains and grasses - Mount and identify SPECIAL: For most points in sections 1 to 24 to receive $15.
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CLASS 35 JUNIOR VEGETABLES, GRAINS AND EGGS
Rules and Regulations: a. Open to all ages up to 13 years b. Vegtables to be shown on a paper or plastic plate
Prize money: 1st -$2.50; 2nd -$2.00; 3rd -$1.50.
1. Oats, 1 quart, shown in a clear jar 2. Barley, 1 quart, shown in a clear jar 3. Wheat, 1 quart, shown in a clear jar 4. Husking corn, 3 ears 5. Sweet corn, 3 ears 6. White eggs, 1 dozen 7. Brown eggs, 1 dozen 8. Tomatoes, red, 3 9. Cucumbers, slicing 3 10. Beets, long or globe, 3 roots 11. Carrots, long or intermediate, 3 roots 12. Onions, cooking, (only jagged or outer scales removed) 3 roots 13. Potatoes, white, 3 tubers 14. Potatoes, red, 3 tubers
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CLASS 36 JUNIOR BAKING
Rules and Regulations: a. Open to all ages up to 13 years b. Baking to be shown on paper or plastic plates (in a clear plastic bag)
One entry per section per exhibitor Prize money: 1st -$2.50; 2nd -$2.00; 3rd -$1.50.
For Ages up to 5 years old 1. Rice Krispie "Bug" Crocheted afghan 2. Decorated cookie
For Ages 6 to 9 years old 3. 3 unbaked drop cookies (e.g. Fruit and nut cookies) 4. 3 Decorated cupcakes
For Ages 10 to 13 years old 5. 3 Muffins 6. 3 Cookies
SPECIALS: 7. ROBIN HOOD FLOUR BEST LUNCH BOX SPECIAL: 3 Homemade cookies, squares or bars. To be shown on a plate. Recipe and proof of flour purchase to be attached. Open to all youth up to 12 years old. 1st -$8.00; 2nd -$5.00; 3rd -$2.00 8. O.A.A.S CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE COMPETITION- 8 Cookies (no nuts) on a paper plate and ina plastic bag. Cookies to be no larger than 3" (6.75cm) 1st -$20.00; 2nd -$15.00; 3rd- $10.00 - Donated by Ruth Ann Hellyer, District 10 Past Homecraft Director. Contest is open to 10-15 year olds. Winner of this competition will be eligible to compete in the District 10 Competition in the fall of 2010 (Beaver Valley) and the winner of the District competition will then compete in the Provincial Competition in February 2011.
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CLASS 37 JUNIOR FLOWERS
Open to all ages up to 13 years
Rules and Regulations: a. Flowers must be fresh, of good quality, uniform in size and arranged in a suitable container. b. Flowers are to be exact in number, if one over or under the exhibit will be disqualified. c. Foliage allowed and suggested using flower's own foliage where possible. d. Exhibitor tags to be taped or tied securly to the entryEntries to have been made in the last 2 yc. Foliage allowed and suggested using flower's own foliage where possible. d. A bud shoing colour is considered a bloom
NO prizes will be awarded unless entry shows sufficient merit
Prize money: 1st -$2.50; 2nd -$2.00; 3rd -$1.50.
1. Asters, 3 blooms 2. Cosmos, 3 stalks 3. Dahlia, medium size, 3 blooms 4. Gladiolus, 1 spike, no side shoots 5. Marigold, large (over 2") 3 blooms 6. Marigold, small (under 2"), 3 blooms 7. Pansy, 5 blooms 8. Petunia, any variety, 1 stalk 9. Sunflower, 1 stalk. 10. Zinnia, any variety, 3 blooms 11. Any species of flowers, not mentioned above, 3 blooms, stalks or spikes, identify
SPECIALS: 12. Most points in class to receive a gift certificate 13. 152nd MARKDALE FALL FAIR SPECIAL -"The Cream of the Crop" - Judge's Choice for best exhibit in Junior Flower Class
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CLASS 38 JUNIOR PHOTOGRAPHY
a) Open to all ages up to 13 years. b) Photos to have been taken by the exhibitor. c) Photos to be printed on photo paper. d) Photos to be standard 4" x 6" size and mounted on 6" x 8" sheet of black construction paper.
Prize money: 1st -$1.50; 2nd -$1.25; 3rd -$1.
One print per exhbitior per section
1. Dog 2. Cat 3. My House 4. My Best Friend 5. Stormy Sky 6. A Birthday Party 7. A Special Occasion 8. Flower 9. "That's Funny" 10. Mom or Dad
CLASS 39 GREY COUNTY FARM SAFETY ASSOC. SAFETY POSTER COMPETITION
All posters to be on a ½ sheet of Bristol board Lettering to be limited to 25 words or less Entries must be clearly marked: age, name, address, postal code, school
Prize Money: 1st- $10.00, 2nd- $5.00, 3rd- $3.00
TOPICS FOR POSTERS
Grades 1 & 2- “Barn Safety” Grades 3 to 5- “Storm & Weatehr Safety” Grades 6 to 8- “Machinery Safety”
CLASS 40 OAAS JUNIOR POSTER COMPETITION
Rules: 1. For Juniors up to and including Grade 6 2. Name and date of fair must be clearly shown on a hand drawn poster. 3. Size: Min. 8 1/2” X 11” (23cm X 28cm), without border Maximum – 11” X 17” (28cm X 44cm), without border 4. Each entry must be mounted on BLACK ART CARD or BRISTOL BOARD showing a 2” border.
Prizes: 1st $20.00; 2nd -$15.00; 3rd -$10.00 -Donated by Ruth Ann Hellyer, District 10 Past Homecraft Director
Topic: 152nd Markdale Fall Fair “The Cream of the Crop”
The winner of the Markdale Fall Fair competition will be eligible to compete in the District 10 competition (fall 2010). Winner of the District Competition will enter Provincials held in February 2011.
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CLASS 41 BABY SHOW
Saturday, August 28 at 10:00 a.m.
Convener: Andrea McBride (986-2086)
At the stage area on the arena floor. Prizes for each entry $1.00
Categories:
- 0-3 months
- 4-8 months
- 9-12 months
- 13-18 months
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