Please select the sections below to view the rules and classes for all other competitions not lists in other sections.
Junior Fair Youth Classes 4-H Classes Horse Competitions Livestock Other Competitions
Adult Photography
Class 19 – Photography
Coordinator: Debra Tice (705-305-9910)
Rules
Entries to be delivered to the Coldwater Community Centre between 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, before the Fair. Judging will begin after arena closes on Thursday. You may use any type of camera.
- Colour prints - any size up to 8”x10”
- All photographs must be mounted with a minimum border of 1” and ready to hang. Framed photographs will not be accepted
- The competitor’s name, address and telephone number must be clearly printed on the back of bristol board
- All colour photographs must have been taken within the last two years by the competitor whereas black and white photos have no year requirement
- “Amateur” means competitor cannot make more than 25% on photograph-related income to be able to enter
- The judges will be chosen from the community and will have great knowledge and artistic ability in the realm of photography
- Competitors are allowed to enter one photo only in each category
- Be sure you mark your entry tag with the class and the category
- Winners who have ‘post-it’ notes on their photography are to go to the office between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Sunday to receive other gifts. Proof of identity is required
There will be a ‘Best in Show’ for each class. The criteria of judging is as follows:
- Technical Quality - Exposure, focusing, depth of field (sharpness)
- Subject matter - What appeals to you. Fill the viewfinder
- Composition Arrangement - use of elements, line shape, colour, form (do not put subject right in the middle of the shot)
- Impact or emotional appeal
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
A. | Colour Prints - any size up to 8" x 10" |
B. | Portraits: can be formal, posed or statues, animals |
C. | Sporting Events: such as rodeo, skiing, motocross |
D. | Nature: this means the hand of man cannot be seen in the print Can be scenic, rural settings, birds, butterflies, wildflowers, seascape, animals (not domesticated) |
E. | Black and White: any subject |
F. | Abstract: to change the appearance of your chosen subject The result has no resemblance to the original subject |
G. | Selfie Picture |
H. | A Picture of Theme - "Rubber Boots & Country Roots" |
Antiques
Class 20 - Antiques
Coordinators:
Monika Marsh (905-767-1623) and Laurie Gleadall (705-794-4668)
1. Amateurs only may enter - no dealers, please.
2. Entries must be the property of the exhibitor.
3. Exhibitors may submit only one entry in any one section, unless otherwise stated.
4. The same article may not be entered two years in a row.
5. Entries must be at least 50 years old (from 1973 and any date prior).
6. Condition & age to be considered in judging. Items with small cracks or flaws are acceptable and will not be disqualified.
7. No entry should exceed 15" high or be a photocopy unless otherwise stated.
8. Your phone number is not required to be shown on the Entry Tags but it must be on your Entry Form.
Tags will be opened after judging unless otherwise requested.
9. Displays will close on Sunday at 3:30pm but entries can’t be picked up until 4:00pm.
10. Each exhibitor must present the pink copy of their Exhibitor Entry Form in order to pick up their entries.
11. We will take the best possible care to safeguard your entries, but cannot be held accountable for the articles or accidents to them.
PRIZES
1st - 3 Points - $10; 2nd - 2 Points - $6; 3rd – 1 Point - $4
OLDEST DATED PIECE (as perceived by the Judge) - $10
JUDGE’S FAVOURITE – Gift Certificate / Prize
HIGH POINTS FOR A NEW EXHIBITOR - $30
Margaret Stoikoff introduced the Antiques and Collectibles Class to the Coldwater Fall Fair in 2002, and was a Coordinator of this class for many years. She passed away suddenly in 2019 and is greatly missed. The High Points Prizes are sponsored by her husband Nick as a tribute to her memory.
HIGH POINTS FOR A NEW EXHIBITOR - $30
HIGH POINTS* - $30
*The High Points winner from 2023 is not eligible to win this honour in 2024.
Sections:
1. | Advertising Tin |
2. | Ashtray |
3. | Baby Picture |
4. | Autograph Book |
5. | Book Ends |
6. | Button Hook |
7. | Cash Box |
8. | Celery Dish |
9. | Wedding Certificate |
10. | Child's Plate |
11. | Miniature Clock |
12. | Coal Oil Lamp |
13. | Coin Bank / Piggy Bank |
14. | Crystal Fruit Bowl |
15. | Porcelain Doll |
16. | Flower Vase |
17. | Fruit Nappy |
18. | Amethyst Glass |
19. | Hammer |
20. | Hand Embroidery on a fabric item (i.e. Hankie, Pillowcase, Towel) |
21. | Item Depicting Theme - "Rubber Boots and Country Roots" |
22. | Ivory Piece |
23. | Coal Jewellery |
24. | Jade Jewellery |
25. | Lady's Drop Earrings |
26. | License Plate |
27. | Magnifying Glass |
28. | Memorabilia - 4H |
29. | Sports Memorabilia |
30. | Mortgage Papers |
31. | Most Unique with a Story as perceived by the Judge (In a category not other wise included this year) |
32. | Photo Taken at the Coldwater Fair |
33. | Family Celebration Photo |
34. | Pickle Fork |
35. | Pocket Knife |
36. | Shoe Horn |
37. | Stump the Judge Please put answer in a sealed envelope and submit it with your item |
38. | Tartanware |
39. | Telegram |
40. | Tie Pin and Cuff Links Set |
41. | Toaster |
42. | Wedding Invitation |
MANY THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
Back in Thyme | Bob Emmett, Clarke Muskoka Realty |
Bonaire Golf Club | Bourgeois Auto Group |
Central Taxi | Coldwater Bowling Centre |
Coldwater Dental | Coldwater Grill House |
Davie Construction | Freskiw's |
Gary’s Crafts & Gifts | Julie’s Boutique |
Marsh’s Waubaushene Marina | Nick Stoikoff in Memory of Margaret |
Norcon Concrete Pumping | North Rock Concrete Pumping |
Phoenix Jewelry Co. | River Electric |
Swift Canoe & Kayak | Team Powersports |
The Christmas VIllager | The Clothes Closet |
The Cottage Dog Pet Shop | Waubaushene Heritage |
The Trailer Brothers RV Rental Centre | Waubaushene Truck Stop |
Waubaushene Septic & Landscaping Supplies |
Antique and Stock Truck and Tractor Pull
Class 22 - ANTIQUE & STOCK TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL
Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.
"OTTPA SANCTIONED PULL"
Registration and Weigh In: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There will be no registration after 4:30 p.m.
**Helmets Mandatory - Snell 2000 or higher**
NO HITCHES WILL BE SUPPLIED. PULLERS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN HITCH
NO HITCH. NO PULL
Coordinator: Rick Telford (705-330-4735)
All pullers must conform to 2024 Ontario Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (O.T.T.P.A.) rules and THIS will apply for both trucks and tractors, refer to their website: www.ottpa.net
**There have been changes, everyone must read and abide by the rules**
Drivers must be 16 years of age to enter. Contact coordinator for clarification of rules.
ALL COMPETITORS WILL PAY $15.00 FOR MANDATORY OTTPA INSURANCE COVERAGE
4 Wheel Drive must pull in a 4 Wheel Drive class only
WEIGHT CLASSES WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED
Each vehicle may enter only two classes (including moveups)
Entry Fee : $15.00 per class
PRIZE MONEY MUST BE COLLECTED BY END OF PULL
CLASSES WILL NOT NECESSARILY PULL IN ORDER SHOWN
Sections:
1. | 4500 lbs Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
2. | 5500 lbs Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
3. | 6500 lbs Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
4. | 8500 lbs Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
5. | 10500 local farm tractor Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
6. | Local Diesel Pickup 8500 Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 Limit of 10 Pullers/Trucks per class |
7. | Local Diesel Pickup 10500 Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 Limit of 10 Pullers/Trucks per class |
8. | Local Gas Pickup |
9. | Local Highway Trucks Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10 |
10. | OTTPA Super Stock 4x4 Trucks |
11. | OTTPA Super Stock Modified 4x4 Trucks |
14. | OTTPA - Single Engine Modified Tractor |
15. | OTTPA - Modified Farm Tractors 8000lbs |
16. | OTTPA - Modified Farm Tractors 10500lbs |
18. | Demo Class |
Art - Adult
Class 14 – Art - Adult
Coordinator: Pamela Harding (705-686-3274)
Exhibitor Fee: $8.00
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Sponsors’ gift certificates
Rules
- All artwork is to be original, not a numbered or open print.
- All artwork is to be the work of the exhibitor. The exhibitor must be an amateur artist, not having had any prior solo gallery exposure.
- All artwork is to be properly framed or mounted and wired ready to hang. Any work not properly prepared will not be hung or judged.
- Each artist is limited to a maximum of 2 entries.
- All artwork must have been created within the last year.
Any subject in any medium
All awards at the discretion of the Judge
Pick up time is 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Any items remaining after 5:00 p.m. will become the property of the Coldwater Fall Fair
Sections:
1. | Any Subject in any Medium Prize: Gift Certificates |
Baby Show
Class 163 – Baby Show
Coordinator: Judith Cox (705-305-1086)
Saturday at 10:00 a.m. (on stage downstairs)
It’s more than just a baby show - it’s a family affair! Come and join the community in celebrating our infants and toddlers! Children ages three months to two years are eligible and will be judged on requirements of their age category. Come on out and join the fun!!
Rules
- No entry fee
- Judges decisions are final
Prizes: All babies receive a participant ribbon for entering the Baby Show
Sections:
1. | Longest baby - Boys and Girls 3 to 7 months |
2. | Least hair - Boys and Girls 3 to 7 months |
3. | Most hair - Boys and Girls 3 to 7 months |
4. | Most teeth - Boys and Girls 8 to 12 months |
5. | Wildest hair (naturally) - Boys and Girls 8 to 12 months |
6. | Biggest feet - Boys and Girls 8 to 12 months |
7. | Curliest hair (naturally) - Boys and Girls 13 to 18 months |
8. | Can tell everyone their name - Boys and Girls 19 to 24 months |
9. | Least amount of hair - Boys and Girls 19 to 24 months |
10. | "Chip off the old block" - To follow the baby show Two persons, who look alike, from two different generations of the same family - father/son, grandmother/granddaughter/ "Chip off the old Block" is only open to 3 years and up and judging is based on facial features |
Knitting & Crochet
Class 9 & 10 - Fibre Arts
Coordinators:
Deborah Bloom (705-686-7577)
This year we are expanding the Knitting & Crochet to include ALL FIBRE ARTS!
Please Note: All items should not have been previously exhibited or entered into the Coldwater Fall Fair
- Read all the additional Rules & Regulations for indoor exhibits. Obtain exhibitor’s card & exhibitor number by phoning 705-826-0826
- Check that each of your items is listed & readable on all three copies of your Exhibitor’s Sheet. Exhibit Tags may be picked up before the fair at the places mentioned in the General Rules & Regulations so that tags can be put on your exhibits before bringing them to the arena. Keep these tags each attached on the exhibit until it is home safely.
- All exhibits in completion in these classes MUST BE THE WORK OF BE EXHIBITOR. Exhibits must be NEW, clean, dry & odour free. No identifying names are to be visible except on the Exhibitor Tag. If here is a name on the article, please cover with masking tape. NO “choking hazards on baby items” (i.e. No ribbons, no ties, no buttons, no big loops)
- Only ONE entry per Exhibitor per section. ONE exhibitor can win only ONE prize in ONE section. Exhibitor may not enter duplicate items.
- “Boxed” means displayed in a suitable size box to keep pieces together, with NO LID.
- Exhibits must be placed in the proper arena area by the coordinator from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday & remain in place until 4:00 PM Sunday.
- On Sunday at 3:45 PM, the Home-craft area will be cleared of spectators. Exhibitors are to line up at the north-west entrance to the ice surface area, with boxes & their pink Exhibitor Sheet. At 4:00 PM a volunteer will be available to assist each exhibitor in turn to find & carry exhibits & check & sign his/her Exhibitor’s sheet.
Class 9A – Knitting
Judge’s Choice for Hand Knitting
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Afghan - Adult Size |
2. | Socks - Adult |
3. | Socks - Child |
4. | Baby Afghan (minimum size 36" x 36") |
5. | Three Christmas Tree Ornaments (boxed) |
6. | Hat or Toque - Adult |
7. | Hat or Toque - Child |
8. | Mittens OR Fingerless gloves |
9. | Fancy Sweater |
10. | Scarf OR Cowl |
11. | Poncho OR Shawl |
12. | Vest (any Size) |
13. | Slippers (NOT felted, section 1D Wet Felting) |
14. | Any Sweater - Adult |
15. | Lap Afghan ( minimum size 36" x 40") |
16. | Home Knitted Stuffed Doll, Toy or Teddy |
17. | Home Stuffed Doll, toy or Teddy |
18. | Any article knit from exhibitor's hand-spun fibre - include sample of fibre |
19. | Any article made from homemade knitted felting |
20. | Hand knit outfit on a store bought doll, toy or teddy |
21. | Hand Knit Christmas stocking |
22. | Dish cloth/towel |
23. | Tea Cosy |
24. | Knitted Fall or Christmas Centrepiece |
25. | Any article of loom knitting |
26. | Any article of knitting THEME: "Rubber Boots & Country Roots" |
27. | ANY OTHER article of HAND KNITTING, write what it is. Those listed above will not be judged in this Section |
Class 10 – Crochet
Read the Rules and Regulations for Homecraft Prizes
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Afghan - Adult Size |
2. | Baby afghan (minimum size 36" X 36" |
3. | Christmas Stocking |
4. | Dish Cloth OR Towel OR Pot Holder |
5. | Mittens OR Fingerless gloves |
6. | Slippers - Adult OR Child |
7. | Sweater or Dress any size |
8. | Lap Afghan (minimum size 36" X 40") |
9. | Baby/Toddler Jacket or sweater with Hat or Hood (boxed with no ties or choking hazards) |
10. | Tea Cozy |
11. | Poncho OR shawl |
12. | Scarf OR cowl |
13. | Hat or toque - Adult |
14. | Hat or Toque - Child |
15. | Three Christmas Ornaments (boxed) |
16. | Market Bag |
17. | Homemade doll, toy or Teddy |
18. | Any article of crochet THEME: "Rubber Boots and Country Roots" |
19. | Crocheted Christmas or Fall centerpiece |
20. | NEW any Tunisian crochet item |
21. | Any hand crocheted Amigurumi item |
22. | ANY OHTER article of CROCHET, write what it is. Those listed above will not be judged in this section. |
10A. Weaving
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Swedish Weaving - Table Runner, scarf, placemats, etc. |
2. | Rigid Heddle Weaving - Table Runner, cowl, purse, tote bag, jacket etc. |
3. | Loom Weaving - ANY shaft |
4. | Triangle Loom Weaving - ANY Item |
10B. Spinning
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Fibre spun on a drop spindle |
2. | Fibre spun on a Spinning Wheel |
10C. Needle Felting
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Hand needle felting (landscapes, 3D animals, Birds, Toys) |
2. | Machine Needle Felting |
10D. Wet Felting
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Any item of Wet Felting (Please attach a sample of roving/fibres used) |
10E. Traditional Rug Hooking (Not Latch Hooking)
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Any item of Traditional Rug Hooking |
Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design
Class 13 - Cut Flowers, Potted Plants, Artistic Design
Coordinator: Michelle Lynch (705-325-4143)
Large garden carts are available in the flower and plant show area
to assist with loading and unloading your exhibits.
All entries must be in place by 8:00 p.m. - Thursday September 26, 2024
Flower Show Rules and Regulations
- All exhibitors are responsible for proper placement of entries. All entries must include a correctly completed entry tag. Please refer to the show schedule for correct class numbers and titles. Entries accepted Thursday 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the arena.
- Exhibitors are encouraged to follow directions as to number of blooms, colours and sizes as written in show schedule.
- Exhibitors may place one entry only in any one class , unless otherwise stated.
- Judging begins at 8:00 a.m. on Friday. Judging will be in accordance with O.J.E.S. (Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards 2019). The judge(s) decision will be final.
- No exhibit will be awarded a prize unless, in the judge(s) opinion, it possesses sufficient merit, even though it may be the only entry in the class.
- Only the Flower Show Committee is permitted on show floor during judging.
- The Flower Show Committee has authority to sub-divide classes, providing there are a minimum of 3 entries per sub-divided class.
- The Show Committee will take all reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of the exhibits and containers but can not be responsible for loss through theft or breakage. All components of an exhibit are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
- Name plants and flowers if possible.
- Please be prepared to take all entries home after 4:00 pm on Sunday.
Cut Flowers
Definitions:
Bloom: An individual flower, one to a stem.
Bud: An undeveloped growing point which may become a shoot, leaf or flower.
Collection: A specified number of different cut flowers, foliage, potted plants, branches, exhibited for cultural perfection (OJES 2019). Should be a variety of colours and variety of specimens.
Flower Head: A cluster of florets with the appearance of a single flower.
Notes:
- A bud showing colour is considered a bloom
- Cedar or plastic wrap may be used to hold exhibit firmly in container, should not be conspicuous.
- All entries to be grown by exhibitor.
- Exhibitor to supply own containers.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | A Collection of Asters perennial/native, not to exceed 8 stems Sponsor: Chicken Of The Run |
2. | A Collection of Asters annual, not to exceed 8 stems Sponsor: Betty Bidmead |
3. | Begonia - Tuberous 1 Bloom floating, no foliage, Note: Bloom should not touch side of dish Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms |
4. | Calendula 3-5 stems, foliage attached Sponsor: Marion Homer |
5. | Chrysanthemums 3 stems, one variety, one colour Sponsor: Doreen Thompson |
6. | A Collection of Chrysanthemums not to exceed 6 stems Sponsor: Orillia Small Motors |
7. | Coleus 3 stems, same variety Sponsor: Telford Property Maintenance |
8. | A Collection of Coleus not to exceed 6 stems Sponsor: The Garden Nanny |
9. | Cosmos 5 stems, foliage attached Sponsor: Mariposa Landscaping |
Special Award: The Roberta Dickenson Memorial Award - Best Dalia Prize: $30 Sponsor: Russell Miller Property Maintenance | |
10. | Dahlia 1 bloom floating, 6" and under, no foliage, Note: bloom should not touch side of dish Sponsor: Chicken Of The Run |
11. | Dahlia 1 bloom floating, over 6", no foliage, Note: bloom should not touch side of dish Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
12. | Dahlia 3 blooms, 1"- 3", foliage attached Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
13. | Dahlia 3 blooms, 3"- 6", foliage attached Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms |
14. | Dahlia 3 blooms, over 6", foliage attached Sponsor: Sue and Jerry Piitz |
15. | A Collection of Dahlias suitably arranged not to exceed 9 stems Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
16. | Echinacea (Coneflower) 3 stems Sponsor: Tyron Construction |
17. | Geranium (one colour) 3 flower heads with own foliage Sponsor: Midland Plumbing |
18. | Geranium (mixed colours) 3 flower heads with own foliage Sponsor: Mariposa Landscaping |
19. | Collection of Fall Foliage 3 - 5 stems, different cultivars in a stable container Sponsor: Miller Waste |
20. | Gladiolus (red or pink) 1 spike per vase, may enter both colours, in a stable container, Note: 20" limit on lenghth of spike Sponsor: Marion Homer |
21. | Gladiolus (yellow or white) 1 spike per vase, may enter both colours, in a stable container, Note: 20" limit on lenghth of spike Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
22. | Gladiolus (purple or orange) 1 spike per vase, may enter both colours, in a stable container, Note: 20" limit on lenghth of spike Sponsor: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
23. | Gladiolus (any other colour) 1 spike per vase, may enter two different specimens, in a stable container, Note: 20" limit on lenghth of spike Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
24. | Gladiolus (bi- or multi-coloured) 1 spike per vase, may enter two different specimens, in a stable container, Note: 20" limit on lenghth of spike Sponsor: Betty Bidmead |
25. | Grasses (Ornamental) 3 stems/ inflorescences, same variety, in a stable container Sponsor: Marion Homer |
26. | A Collection of Grasses suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems, in a stable container Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping |
27. | Collection of Hosta Leaves (over 6") not to exceed 9 leaves, Note: leaf is measured from base of leaf to tip Sponsor: Mariposa Landscaping |
28. | Collection of Hosta leaves (under 6") not to exceed 9 leaves, Note: leaf is measured from base of leaf to tip Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping |
29. | Hydrangea (cone shaped flower head) 3 stems Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
30. | Hydrangea (ball shaped flower head) 3 stems Sponsor: Quayles Brewery |
31. | Japanese Anemone 1 stem in bloom Sponsor: Gratrix Garden Lillies |
32. | Lavender 9 stems, name variety if possible Sponsor: Puzzles And Pastimes Hobby Shop |
33. | Marigolds - Large - over 3" 3 blooms Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms |
34A. | Marigolds - Medium - 1.5"- 3" 3 blooms Sponsor: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
35. | Marigolds - Small - under 1.5" 3 blooms Sponsor: Tyron Construction |
36. | A Collection of Marigolds suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsor: Joanne Reid |
37. | Pansies and/or Violas 3-5 blooms, foliage attached Sponsor: Mariposa Landscaping |
38. | Collection of Petunias suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate |
39. | Rose - Hybrid Tea 1 specimen bloom, any colour Sponsor: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
40. | Rose - Floribunda 1 spray, any colour Sponsor: Miller Waste |
41. | Rose - Any Yellow Rose Sponsor: Midland Plumbing |
42. | Rose - Floating 1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage, Note: rose should not touch side of dish Sponsor: Midland Plumbing |
43. | Rose - Miniature 1 spray, any colour Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate |
44. | Rose - Miniature Floating 1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage, Note: rose should not touch side of dish Sponsor: Tyron Construction |
45. | Rose - Miniature 1 specimen bloom, any colour Sponsor: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
46. | Rose - Most Fragrant 1 specimen bloom, any colour Sponsor: Midland Plumbing |
47. | Rose - Any other cultivar not listed 1 spray, any colour Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital, - In memory of her husband Doug |
48. | Collection of Roses suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsor: Betty Bidmead, in memory of her husband Doug Bidmead |
49. | Collection of Rudbeckia 3 stems, in a stable container Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms |
50. | Salvia 3 stems of annual salvia, any one colour, with own foliage attached Sponsor: Ego's Garden Centre |
51. | Collection of Salvia suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsor: Marion Homer |
52. | Sedum 3 stems, any one colour Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping |
53. | Collection of Sedum suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping |
54. | Collection of Snapdragons suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems Sponsor: Puzzles And Pastimes Hobby Shop |
55. | Sunflowers 3 blooms Sponsor: Bear Pen Flower Farm |
56. | Zinnias - Pompom - under 2" 3 blooms Sponsor: Mariposa Landscaping |
57. | Zinnias - Cactus 3 blooms Sponsor: Tyron Construction |
58. | Zinnias - Decorative 3 blooms Sponsor: Peter Warder |
59. | Collection of Zinnias suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsor: Bernice Ludwig |
60. | Any Other Annual - (not listed above0 not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named if possible, may enter two different varieties Sponsor: Chicken Of The Run |
61. | Any Other Perennial -(not listed above) not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named if possible, may enter two different varieties Sponsor: Marion Homer |
Potted Plants
Notes:
- Plants must be owned by exhibitor for 3 months prior to the show.
- Pots and saucers must be clean and plants well groomed and free of insects.
Special Award: Judge's Choice - Classes 62-79 Prize: $30 Sponsor: Meredith Orr, in memory of Leona Wassell | |
62. | Herb Planter a collection of herbs growing in a single container, minimum 3 varieties, named if possible. Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
63. | Variegated Foliage Plant one cultivar per pot, named if possible Sponsor: North Ridge Landscaping |
64. | African Violet any colour Sponsor: Meredith Orr |
65. | Begonia any flowering variety Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate |
66. | Coleus 1 variety grown in pot Sponsor: Tofflemire Farms |
67. | Collection of Coleus more than one variety grown in a single pot Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
68. | Fern any variety, potted Sponsor: Chicken Of The Run |
69. | Succulents (pot size 4" and under) open to all succulents and cactus Sponsor: Miller Waste |
70. | Succulents (pot size over 4") open to all succulents and cactus Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
71. | Cactus/Succulent Garden a collection of cactus and succulents growing in a single container, minimum of 3 varieties Sponsor: Schultz & Dooley Marsh |
72. | Potted Plant Trained on a Trellis or Support Sponsor: Brian and Bonnie Smith |
73. | Geranium 1 variety in bloom, in a pot Sponsor: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
74. | Mixed Planter assorted flowering annuals, in bloom, non hanging Sponsor: Quayles Brewery |
75. | Impatiens 1 or more varieties in bloom, non hanging Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate |
76. | Orchid any variety in bloom Sponsor: Landon Warder |
77. | Most Unusual or Odd Plant, Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 |
Special Award - Lorraine Orr Memorial Award Sponsor: Meredith Orr, in memory of Lorraine Orr | |
78. | Any Other Flowering Houseplant - (not listed above) in bloom, named if possible Sponsor: Meredith Orr |
79. | Any Other Non-Flowering Houseplant - (not listed above) named if possible Sponsor: Chicken Of The Run |
Hanging Plants:
80. | Flowering Hanging Planter 1 variety, in bloom, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego's Garden Centre |
81. | Non-Flowering Hanging Planter 1 variety, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego's Garden Centre |
82. | Fern any variety, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego's Garden Centre |
83. | Mixed Hanging Planter assorted annuals, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsor: Ego's Garden Centre |
Artistic Design
Notes:
- All designs to be completed when brought to the show
- Once placed on the show table, no one is allowed to move the designs
- Entry tags to be placed on table next to designs
- All flowers in design to be garden grown (yours, friends, neighbors) unless stated otherwise
- Accessories permitted
- Space allotted 24”x24” unless otherwise stated
- Wayside Design – A design composed of common and plentiful flowers, foliage, fungi, and/or weeds such as bulrushes, ox-eye daisy, golden rod, Queen Anne’s Lace
Special Award: Best artistic design Prize: $30 Sponsor: Flower Show Committee | |
84. | Country Sunshine A design to include sunflowers Sponsor: Christel Gores |
85. | Rooted Elegance A design Sponsor: Tyron Construction |
86. | Garden Galoshes A design in a rubber boot Sponsor: Miller Waste |
87. | Country Roots A Design Sponsor: Miller Waste |
88. | Blossoms in a Barn A Design Sponsor: Rita Whiston |
89. | Field of Blooms A Wayside Design Sponsor: Midland Plumbing |
90. | Rural Hospitality A Design in a Teapot Sponsor: Sue and Jerry Piitz |
91. | Soleful Petals A Design Sponsor: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
92. | From the Garden A Design in a Basket that may include flowers and/or fruit and/or vegtables from your garden Sponsor: Team Micks Real Estate |
93. | Autumn Treasures A Table Centrepiece to include a lily(s). Lily(s) may be purchased Sponsor: Gratrix Garden Lillies |
Thanks for entering - have fun
Domestic Science
Class 6 - Domestic Science – Culinary Arts
Coordinators: Sheila Burk (705-835-6489) Debbie Southorn (705-835-3979)
Note: Entries must be the work of Amateurs. "An Amateur is one who engages in the culinary arts as a pastime hobby and not as a licensed professional. A professional is anyone who makes 25% of their annual income from their craft.”
Home Baking, Canning and Preserves
Terms and Conditions
A. Breads, Loaves, Cookies, Cakes, Squares and Muffins must be shown on STURDY plates (no paper plates) and in “OVERSIZED” zip-loc bags for the convenience of the judges.
B. Pies must be shown in a seasoned pie plate. Note: To “season” an aluminum pie plate, rub a small amount of oil in pie plate and bake in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes OR a used aluminum pie plate is considered to be “seasoned.”
C. All baking cups and foil wrap must be removed and cakes removed from pan.
D. Jams and Jelly Classes must be in ½ pint – 250 ml. MASON style sealed preserving jars.
E. Other Classes must be in 1 pint – 500 ml. MASON style sealed preserving jars.
F. Jams, Jellies, Pickles and Canned Produce to be properly SEALED WITH CLEAN NEW 2 PIECE METAL SEALING LIDS or they will be disqualified.
G. No paraffin wax, no commercial mixes, no dyes or food colouring allowed.
H. IN EACH CLASS DO NOT ADD ADDITIONAL FRUIT, NUTS, CHIPS, ETC. UNLESS SPECIFIED.
I. PLEASE SPECIFY KIND OF JAM, JELLY PICKLES, ETC. IF NOT NAMED.
J. Complete Entry Tags with class number, section number and article name… i.e. Class 6, Section 4, Article - Pickled Beets or Class 6, Section 46, Article – Marmalade.
Please print name and exhibitor number legibly. Note - Return mailing labels work well. Attach tags with elastic or long tie wraps. (Staples can cause cuts)
K. Exhibitor may enter only one (1) entry per class.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Ginger Snaps ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt |
2. | Corn Bread (Use a no yeast recipe) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt |
3. | White Yeast Bread Sponsor: Matthew and Amanda Murray |
4. | OPEN CLASS - BREAD MACHINE Baking Contest - (Specify kind) Sponsor: Grace Willmott |
5. | "NEW" Molasses Cookies (5) Prizes: 1st: $12.00, 2nd: $7.50, 3rd: $5.50 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O'Connor |
6. | Tea Biscuits - Plain (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Margaret-Anne Murray - in memory of her Mother - Joanne Doyle |
7. | OPEN CLASS - Tarts (5) - Any flavor not listed in this Class (Specify Kind) ** Note: 1st Prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: In memory of Margaret Stoikoff - Former Antiques Coordinator |
8. | Bran Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Rocking Chair Ranch |
9. | Morning Glory Muffins (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Marie Godbout |
10. | Zucchini Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) Sponsor: Bozcos Pizza, Coldwater |
11. | Banana Muffins (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: The Clothes Closet |
12. | OPEN CLASS - Muffins - Any flavour not listed in this Class (5) - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron |
13. | Date and Nut Loaf ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Meredith's Bartending |
14. | Zucchini Loaf (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Janet Coombs |
15. | Pumpkin Loaf (Any Size) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) Sponsor: Eady-Grenard W.I. |
16. | Cranberry and Citrus Loaf - Any Size (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) Sponsor: Eady-Grenard W.I. |
17. | Banana Loaf (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Reid & Riley Fulcher |
18. | Lemon Loaf (Any size) **Note: 1st prize will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elsie Walker |
19. | Chocolate Chip Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) Sponsor: Hewitt's Farm Market |
20. | Peanut Butter Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Judith Cox |
21. | Oatmeal Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Nancy Howchin |
22. | Shortbread Cookies (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron |
23. | "NEW" Sugar Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Vivien Dickinson |
24. | OPEN CLASS Cookies - (5) Any Flavour not listed in this Class - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie |
25. | Date Square (5 Pieces) Sponsor: Debbie Southorn |
26. | Brownies (5 pieces) (No nuts and no icing) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Donna and Mike McCague |
27. | Baked Squares - (5) - Exhibitor's Choice - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bailey Contracting And Custom Woodworking |
28. | No-Bake Squares (5) - Exhibitor's Choice - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie |
29. | Homemade Fudge (5 pieces) - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: In memory of Margaret Stoikoff - Former Antiques Coordinator |
30. | Gluten Free Dessert - (Specify kind & please supply recipe) Sponsor: Tim Pollock |
31. | Apple Sauce - Plain ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jean Jolie |
32. | Canned Peaches ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor |
33. | Coffee Cake - Any Kind - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Meredith's Bartending |
34. | Chocolate Layer Cake Sponsor: Coldwater Lions Club |
35. | Single Pie Shell only (9" shell) Sponsor: Craighurst Foodland |
36. | Apple Pie - Spices and Double Crust (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: In Memory of Bill Devine |
37. | Peach Pie - Double Crust - (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor |
38. | Cherry Pie (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Patricia Doughty |
39. | Blend of Strawberry and OTHER FRUIT Jam - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk - Fair Board Past President |
40. | Strawberry Pie - Double Crust (Any size) Sponsor: Hewitt's Farm Market |
41. | Raspberry Pie - Double Crust (Any size) Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor. Sponsor: Barry Silk |
42. | OPEN CLASS - (9" Pie) - Any Flavour Not Listed in this Class - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Rocking Chair Ranch |
43. | PLAIN Butter Tarts - (6) Full size, no mini's ** Note: 1st prize winner will go to this sponsor ** Note: 1st prize winner will compete against all District 5 Butter Tart Winners Sponsor: Meredith's Bartending |
44. | Cheesecake Squares/Bars (2"x2" each square) (Any flavour), (4) (Specify kind) Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Nick Stoikoff |
45. | Carrot Cake - Iced (Any size) Sponsor: Kari Smith - Elite Party Rentals |
46. | Canned Pears ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt |
47. | Strawberry Jam -- (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Judith Cox |
48. | Raspberry Jam - (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Richard Maltby |
49. | Peach Jam - (Cooked) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor |
50. | OPEN CLASS - Any Other Cooked Jam - Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Margaret-Anne Murray |
51. | Marmalade - Any Flavour (Specify kind) Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $4 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Chris Fisher - In memory of her sister Connie Mallon |
52. | Corn Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Marion Potter |
53. | Pepper Jelly (Specify Mild, Medium or Hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk - Fair Board Past President |
54. | Grape Jelly ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk - Fair Board Past President |
55. | Bread and Butter Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jim O'Connor |
56. | Green Cucumber Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Sheila Burk - In memory of my mom Muriel Jacobs |
57. | Mustard Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: George Devitt |
58. | Green or Yellow Hot Dog Relish Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor. Sponsor: Adah Silk |
59. | Zucchini Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elaine Walker |
60. | Canned Tomatoes ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: David and Charlotte Doyle - Crystal Waters Farm |
61. | OPEN CLASS - Any Other RELISH - Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn |
62. | Pickled Beets ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elaine Walker |
63. | Dill Pickles - With Garlic (Any size jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Debbie Southorn |
64. | OPEN CLASS - Any other PICKLE - Not Listed in this Class (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Patricia Doughty |
65. | Pickled Eggs (Minimum 6) - (Any size jar) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: In Memory of Bill Devine |
66. | Chili Sauce (Specify mild, medium or hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Sheila Burk - Domestic Science Coordinator |
67. | Spaghetti Sauce - MEATLESS ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Richard Maltby |
68. | Salsa Sauce - (Specify mild, medium or hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: In memory of her friend Laurie Gratrix |
69. | OPEN CLASS - Any Other JELLY - Not listed in this Class - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Susan Plue |
70. | Mustard Beans ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Bob Burk - Fair Board Past President |
71. | Butter Tarts with Raisins Only (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jennifer Barker |
72. | Strawberry Rhubarb Pie (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carey Moran Pure Country 106 Morning Show |
73. | Raisin Pie (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Jason McCoy Pure Country 106 Morning Show |
74. | Chow Chow Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elsie Walker |
75. | Fruit Chili Sauce ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Susan Plue |
The Coordinators for the Domestic Science - Culinary Arts Division would like to THANK their many sponsors for their support towards these classes.
Field Produce
Class 4 – Field Produce
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
Field Produce will be OJES rules revised 2019 - Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Swede Turnips - 2 |
2. | Green Hubbard Squash - 2 |
3. | Yellow Hubbard Squash - 2 |
4. | Pepper Squash - 2 |
5. | Buttercup Squash - 2 |
6. | Butternut Squash - 2 |
7. | Zucchini Squash - 2 |
8. | Zucchini Squash coloured - 2 |
9. | Pie Pumpkins - 2 (Ensure you are entering pie pumpkins and not field pumpkins, as these will be disqualified). |
10. | Field Pumpkin - 1 (Not over 30 lbs. or will be disqualified) |
11. | Oddities - (Not over 30 lbs. or will be disqualified) |
12. | Largest sunflower head in diameter. No stem. |
13. | Tallest sunflower |
Garden Produce
Class 5 – Garden Produce
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
All items are to be shown on plywood or medium density board with sides or styrofoam plate, large enough to hold item, unless otherwise stated.
In classes 30 to 34 judging is done on shape, form, fitness, uniformity and freedom from blemish. All dirt must be rinsed off, “do not scrub”.
Garden Produce will be OJES rules revised 2019 - Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Slicing Cucumbers - 6 |
2. | Carrots, long and slender (1" stems) -6 |
3. | Carrots, short and stubby (1" stems) -6 |
4. | Table Beets round (1" stems) - 6 |
5. | Beets, 5 cylindrical (1" stem) - 6 |
6. | Yellow Onions - 6 |
7. | Red Onions - 6 |
8. | Green Peppers - 3 |
9. | Red Peppers - 3 |
10. | Swiss Chard - 6 leaves |
11. | Green Onions - 6 |
12. | Leaf Lettuce - 6 leaves |
13. | Leeks - 3 |
14. | Cherry Tomatoes - 6 (stems left on) |
15. | Grape Tomatoes - 2 clusters, mostly ripe |
16. | Yellow Tomatoes - 6 |
17. | Yellow Beans - 15 |
18. | Green Beans - 15 |
19. | Purple Beans - 15 |
20. | Kohlrabi – 2 specimens - must be shown with 1" stem |
21. | Decorator or multi-coloured corn - 3 specimens husk removed |
22. | Ornamental Gourds - 3 specimens |
23. | Brussels Sprouts - 1 stalk |
24. | Cabbage, 2 green |
25. | Cabbage, 2 red |
26. | Flowering Kale - 1 specimen |
27. | Eggplant – 2 specimens |
28. | Garlic - 6 heads (2" stems, roots on but trimmed, cleanliness counts) |
29. | White Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
30. | Red Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
31. | Late Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
32. | Dutch Sets Onions (12 on a tray) |
33. | Miscellaneous Garden Class Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 Any vegetable that is not already in a class. Judging of this class will be decided by the judge and the number of entries. Sponsor: Golden Goo |
34. | Home Garden Collection Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8 Any collection of vegetables and include a boot and some roots in a creative display, 24" square tray with sides, no less then 6 different types of vegetables Sponsor: Golden Goo |
35. | Largest single potatoe by weight |
36. | Most peculiar looking vegetable. Judges opinion |
Grain
Class 3 – Grain
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
Sections:
1. | Fall Wheat - One half bushel |
2. | White Oats - One half bushel |
3. | Barley - One half bushel |
4. | Six ears grain corn - Variety named |
5. | Baled Hay - 1st cut, 10" slice |
6. | Baled Hay - 2nd cut, 10" slice |
7. | Haylage (in clear plastic bag) |
8. | Corn Sheaf - 6 stalks - Variety and purpose named |
9. | Grain Sheaf - 4" min. diameter |
10. | Soy Beans - One half bushel |
11. | White Beans - One half bushel |
Rural Products
Class 7 – Rural Products
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
Honey Information:
1. Exhibitors must be registered beekeepers and the exhibits must be pure honey from floral sources in the apiaries
2. Honey in sections 7-10 must be in 375ml unmarked glass jars/bottles only.
3. Any entry containing any foreign material such as pollen wax, will be disqualified.
Maple Syrup Information:
1. Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry
2. Entries must be displayed (1) 250ml Kent bottle per section
3. Score Card Density 30%, Clarity 15%, Flavour 30%, Colour 25%
All Rural Products follow the guidelines from the Royal Winter Fair.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Hen Eggs - half dozen white in a carton, clearly show name of the breed |
2. | Hen Eggs - half dozen brown in a carton, clearly show name of the breed. |
3. | Largest Hen Egg displayed in a cup |
4. | Smallest Fowl egg displayed in a cup |
5. | Display 6 eggs from any other fowl, ie. Bantams, guineas, ducks. Clearly named |
6. | Liquid Honey - White Sponsor: Golden Goo |
7. | Liquid Honey - Golden Sponsor: Golden Goo |
8. | Liquid Honey - Amber Sponsor: Golden Goo |
9. | Liquid Honey - Dark Sponsor: Golden Goo |
10. | Creamed Honey Sponsor: Golden Goo |
11. | Honey in a comb. (one section in a window front container), approx. 4x4 Sponsor: Golden Goo |
12. | Maple Syrup - Golden Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry |
13. | Maple Syrup - Amber Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry |
14. | Maple Syrup - Dark Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry |
15. | Maple Syrup - Very Dark Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry |
16. | Maple Butter Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry |
17. | Maple Syrup Candy Professional Exhibitors are excluded from entry - 6 soft or hard pieces displayed. |
Heirloom Vegetables
Heirloom Vegetables
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
All items to be shown on plywood or medium density board with sides
or Styrofoam plate, large enough to hold item, unless otherwise specified.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
Sections:
1. | Named pear type tomato - 5 specimens - Stem left on |
2. | Named tomatoes - 5 specimens - Stem left on |
3. | Named variety of carrots - 5 specimen |
4. | Named variety of beets- 5 specimen |
5. | Any type of heirloom vegetable named (and not already listed) - 5 specimens |
Homemade Wine
Class 21 – Homemade Wine
Coordinator: To be determined
Rules:
1. Enter only 1 bottle of wine per class – Red, White or Fruit
2. Wine must be displayed in 750ml bottles; sealed with a cork or screw top
3. Made from scratch or wine kit; at home or brewing facility
4. Enter by 7:00pm on Thursday of the Fall Fair Weekend, Coldwater Arena
5. Winning bottles will remain on display until Sunday at 4:00pm
6. All wine will be judged by a certified Wine Sommelier
7. Label Design is a separate entry, No prefab or store labels will be accepted
Sections:
1. | Red Wine From grapes, kit, concentrate or fresh juice Sponsor: Plans By Prentice Sponsor: Great Lakes Winery Midland |
2. | White Wine From grapes, kit, concentrate or fresh juice Sponsor: Penetang Wine Cellar Penetanguishene Sponsor: Suzy Burtenshaw |
3. | Fruit Wine From grapes, kit, concentrate or fresh juice Sponsor: Claire's Fine Wines Midland Sponsor: Richard & Arden Maltby |
4. | Design your own label Drawn free hand, or computer printout. Sponsor: Richard & Arden Maltby |
5. | Blush Wine Blush Wine |
6. | Special Prize Best in Show |
Best in Show From sections 1 to 3 Sponsor: Suds-U-Brew |
Additional Sponsors:
Printing, Advertising, Prize Moneys – Welcome Realty Brokerage Inc., Coldwater
Quilts
Class 8 – Quilts
Coordinators: Lynne Boyd (705 305 0298)
Barbara Gill (705 835 3349)
A complete set of Eligibility, Rules and Regulations can be found on the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Website (www.oaas.com).
Hand Quilted Quilt Competition – Machine Quilted Quilt Competition
For further information contact:
Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies
oaasofficemanager@gmail.com
Vince Brenan, Office Manager (OAAS)
1911 Foxboro-Stirling Rd
Stirling, Ontario K0K 3E0
Tel: 613-395-2465
Rules:
- Please include fabric and batting swatches for all entries.
- If your quilt is in a class that is eligible for the OAAS Competition, please indicate your interest by writing on the back of the entry tag “OAAS – Yes”.
- Indicate if you would like your quilt to be labeled “For Sale”.
Best in Show wins an extra $10 in memory of Evelyn Silk donated by her family.
Consider entering a quilt to honour our 2024 theme, "Rubber Boots & Country Roots"
Section 1 to 4 – Hand Quilting
Quilts must be hand-quilted and must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter. Please note that section 4 is NOT eligible for OAAS.
Sections:
1. | Quilt, pieced and appliqued, hand-quilted |
2. | Quilt, pieced, hand-quilted |
3. | Quilt, hand-quilted, any single or combined technique including plain or preprinted top |
4. | Quilt, hand-quilted, any technique, lap size or larger Note: Section 4 is NOT eligible for OAAS |
Sections 5 to 10 – Machine Quilting
Sections:
5. | Quilt, pieced and machined quilted. minimum perimeter of 324" - entirely made and quilted by exhibitor Section 5 is the ONLY class eligible for OAAS |
6. | Quilt, pieced, pieced by exhibitor and quilted by another person, lap size or larger Include the name of the person who did the quilting This section is not eligible for OAAS. |
7. | Quilt, open class, any technique, machine or long arm quilting, lap size or larger This section is not eligible for OAAS. |
8. | Quilt as you go method, lap size or larger This section is not eligible for OAAS. |
9. | Quilt top, pieced, ready to be quilted (top only), lap size or larger This section is not eligible for OAAS |
10. | Quilt, completed at Thimbles and Things class in Orillia, include the name of the quilt, class taken and instructor. Gift Certificate of $25 from Thimbles and Things for first place. |
Sections 11-12 Baby Quilts
Approximate perimeter 160”
Gift Certificate for 1st place quilts from Thimbles and Things
11. | Baby's Crib quilt, any technique, hand quilted Gift Certificate for 1st place quilts from Thimbles and Things Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
12. | Baby's Crib quilt, any technique, machine quilted Gift Certificate for 1st place quilt from Thimbles and Things Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
Section 13 Wall Hanging
13. | Wall Hanging - Hand or Machine quilted, any technique exceeding 100" in perimeter Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
Senior Youth Art Work
Class 202 – Senior Youth Artwork
Coordinator: Connie Archer (705-433-4450)
No Exhibitor Fee
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Sponsors’ gift certificates
Rules
- All artwork is to be original, not a numbered or open print
- All artwork is to be the work of the exhibitor. The exhibitor must be an amateur artist, not having had any prior solo gallery exposure
- All artwork is to be properly framed or mounted and wired ready to hang. Any work not properly prepared will not be hung or judged
- Each artist is limited to a maximum of 2 entries
- All artwork must have been created within the last year
Any Subject in Any Medium
All Awards at the Discretion of the Judge. Pick up time is 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Any items remaining after 5:00 p.m. will become the property of the Coldwater Fall Fair
Prize: Gift Certificates
Sections:
1. | Any Subject in Any Medium (12 and younger) |
2. | Any Subject in Any Medium (13 to 17 years old) |
Sewing and Crafts
Class 11 - Sewing and Crafts
Coordinator: : Victoria Booth (705-323-5429)
All entries must be the work of the exhibitor with only one entry per section.
All entries must be clean and odour free and completed within the last year.
Prizes: $10, $6, $4
Sewing
Sections:
1. | Decorative pillow, not knitted or crocheted |
2. | Nightgown or pyjamas Adult Size |
3. | Adult shirt, blouse or top |
4. | Sweatshirt or hoodie, made using stretch fabric, any size |
5. | Apron |
6. | Reusable shopping bag |
7. | Swimwear, one piece, bikini or trunks with a swim shirt any size |
8. | Child's dress (Not smocked) |
9. | Child's Outfit at least two pieces |
10. | Costume for child or adult |
11. | Child's article of clothing with smocking |
12. | Child's bib |
13. | Jacket, any size |
14. | Adult Dress |
15. | Gift bag for a bottle of wine |
16. | Stuffed toy, not knitted or crocheted |
17. | Matching outfits, parent/child, siblings, couples, human/pet |
18. | Vest, cape or wrap, any size, not knitted of crocheted |
19. | A Christmas stocking |
20. | A Christmas tree skirt |
21. | Pants or leggings with elastic waist, any size |
22. | Recyclers inspiration, sew something new from something old. Attach a note describing the used item. |
23. | Child's nightgown or pyjamas or sleep sack |
24. | Bed jacket, dressing gown or robe, any size |
25. | Hat, any size, not knitted or crocheted |
26. | Four matching placemats |
27. | Wall hanging, machine or hand quilted with a perimeter of less than 100 inches |
28. | Table runner, machine or hand quilted |
29. | Minature quilt, hand or machined quilted, quilt max perimeter 48 inches. |
30. | One article of sewing that is not listed above |
Crafts
31. | Macrame, wall hanging or plant holder |
32. | A wooden outdoor article, not to exceed 18 inches in any direction |
33. | Barn board wooden sign with words |
34. | A wooden charcuterie board |
35. | Wind chimes made from recycled materials |
36. | Stained glass, not to exceed 15 inches in any direction |
37. | Tie dyed article of clothing |
38. | Item of cross stitching or needlepoint, back of work must be visible |
39. | Christmas stocking, not knitted or crocheted. |
40. | Hand crafted pair of jewelery, material of your choice |
41. | Hand embroidered article |
42. | As seen on Pinterest, must include a printed copy of the Pinterest pin |
43. | Framed Stone Art, maximum 12 inches in any direction |
44. | Three handcrafted Christmas cards, using medium of your choice, not computer generated, displayed in plastic coverings, no envelopes |
45. | Scatter rug, not made with wool |
46. | Any item made using a Cricut or similar machine, not to exceed 15 inches in any direction. |
47. | Scrapbooking layouts, two 12 X 12 inch pages in page protectors joined together with a reflection of the fair's theme |
48. | Wooden folk art piece, not to exceed 36 inches in any direction |
49. | Decoration for a front door, reflecting the fall season, not exceeding 15 inches in any direction |
50. | Any hand crafted item not listed above |
Zucchini Drag Race
Zucchini Drag Race
Zucchini Drag Race – for kids and kids at heart (no age limit)
A gravity drag race on an incline track with decorated Zucchini Hot Rods.
Sunday, September 29, 2024 inside the arena
Coordinator: JoAnn Warren (705) 331-8469
Registration and Decoration/Assembly at 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Drag Races begin at 11:30 a.m.
One weight class
Prizes: 1st prize: $20, 2nd prize: $10 for Round 1 Race 1st prize $10, 2nd prize: $5 for Round 2 Race
What you need:
i. Decorated Zucchini (bring your own decorated zucchini or bring decorations to decorate a zucchini provided on-site).
A limited amount of decorations and zucchini will be available on-site.
ii. Wheels and axles (provided onsite).
iii. Bring your enthusiasm, pit crew and cheering section!
Rules:
- Only one Zucchini per person.
- Each hot rod must be created from a single zucchini with the supplied wheels and axles.
- The hot rods must be gravity-powered only.
- Zucchini hot rod width, including wheels must not exceed approximately 8 inches
- Zucchini hot rod length, from nose to rear axle not to exceed approximately 12 inches
- The zucchini hot rods will race down a ramp in groups. Race heats will continue until a winner is declared.
Decorating Your Zucchini Hot Rod:
- We recommend you decorate your zucchini hot rods at home, though we will provide zucchini and decoration options on-site
- We would like our racers to be compostable so please no paint directly on vegetables.
- Recommended decorations include pipe cleaners, stickers, construction paper, glue, tape, toothpicks, small toy “drivers”, other vegetables etc