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
Property Decorating Competition
Class 212 - Property Decorating Competition
Celebrate the Coldwater Fall Fair by decorating your property, field or business to promote Coldwater Fall Fair's theme "CHRISTMAS IN SEPTEMBER". Please submit your entry by September 16, 2022 to the coordinator listed below. This year's fair dates are: September 23 - 25, 2022.
Prize: $125
Classes:
1. | Rural Property Decorating Competition Coordinator: Angela Noble (705-330-2885) You are invited to decorate your farm or country property with a hay wagon, bales of hay, banner, etc. to promote our Fair dates. Please include the Fair dates in your decorations and you may register with the coordinator, who will visit your property and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee. |
2. | In Town Property Decorating Competition Coordinator: Amanda Murray (705-323-3254) You are invited to decorate your in town property to promote our Fair and include the dates in your display. Please register with the coordinator, who will visit your property and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee. |
3. | Downtown Business Decorating Competition Coordinator: Matt Murray (705-826-1038) You are invited to decorate your downtown business to promote our Fair dates and please include the dates in your display. Please register with the coordinator, who will visit your business and take a photograph of your display to be judged by a committee. |
Adult Photography
Class 19 – Adult 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: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3
Classes:
A. | Colour Prints - any size up to 8" x 10" Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
B. | Portraits: can be formal, posed or statues, animals Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
C. | Sporting Events: such as rodeo, skiing, motocross Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
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) Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
E. | Black and White: any subject Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
F. | Abstract: to change the appearance of your chosen subject The result has no resemblance to the original subject Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
G. | Selfie Picture Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
H. | A Picture of Theme - "Christmas in September" Sponsorship: Phyllis Smith, In memory of her father Cyril Martin |
Antiques
Class 20 - Antiques
Coordinators:
Monika Marsh 905-767-1623
Laurie Gleadall 705-794-4668
1. Amateurs only may enter - no dealers, please.
2. Exhibits to be the property of the exhibitor.
3. Exhibitors may make one entry only in any one category, unless otherwise stated.
4. The same article may not be entered two years in a row.
5. Articles must be at least 50 years old (from 1972 and any date prior).
6. Condition and age to be considered in judging. Items with small cracks or flaws are acceptable and will not be disqualified.
7. No article to exceed 15" high or photocopied unless otherwise stated.
8. Your phone number is not required on Entry Tags but it must be on your Entry Forms. Tags will be opened after judging unless otherwise requested.
9. Displays will close on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. but antiques can’t be picked 4:00 p.m..
10. Each exhibitor must present their pink exhibitor form when entries are picked up.
ANTIQUES APPRAISALS
Date/Time: 1:00 p.m. Saturday
Please contact one of the Antiques Coordinators for more information.
Cost: $5 for one item or $10 for three items
Tickets can be purchased at the Antiques Exhibit
If you would like a piece you have entered to be appraised, we will gladly get it for you provided you bring your exhibitor’s entry form. The piece must be put back in the display until Sunday afternoon, or it will be disqualified from receiving a prize.
PRIZES
1st Place Entry Winner – 3 Points - $10 Prize
2nd Place Entry Winner – 2 Points - $6 Prize
3rd Place Entry Winner – 1 Point - $4 Prize
OLDEST DATED PIECE (as perceived by the Judge) - $10 Prize
JUDGE’S FAVOURITE – Gift Certificate
HIGH POINTS FOR A NEW EXHIBITOR - $30 Prize
HIGH POINTS* - $30 Prize
*The High Points winner from 2019 is ineligible to win this honour in 2022.
Sponsors for the High Points Awards are the Antiques Coordinators.
Classes:
1. | Children's Christmas Book |
2. | Snow Globe |
3. | Wine Goblet |
4. | Men's Pocket Watch |
5. | Sheet Music |
6. | Shaving Mug |
7. | Pipe |
8. | Harness Bells - Maximum 20" |
9. | Cookie Jar |
10. | Egg Cup |
11. | Cookie Cutter |
12. | Item Depicting Theme : "Christmas in September" |
13. | Farmer's Almanac |
14. | Christmas Apron |
15. | Perfume Bottle |
16. | Calendar |
17. | Wooden Nutcracker - Maximum 24" Tall |
18. | Candy Dish |
19. | Rosary |
20. | Match Holder |
21. | Teapot - Christmas Theme |
22. | Candle Snuffer |
23. | Silverplate Spoon |
24. | Planer |
25. | Christmas Plate |
26. | Sugar Shaker |
27. | Cornflower Glass Piece |
28. | Child's Bob Skates |
29. | Vaseline Glass Piece |
30. | Gravy Boat |
31. | Collector Spoon |
32. | Jelly Mould |
33. | Christmas Salt and Pepper Shakers |
34. | Spectacles |
35. | Christmas Tree Ornament |
36. | Child's Train - Maximum 3 pieces |
37. | Milk Bottle |
38. | Key Chain |
39. | Christmas Card |
40. | Memorabilia of Coldwater |
41. | Horseshoe |
42. | Jewellery - Lady's Bracelet |
43. | Most Unique with a Story as perceived by the Judge (In a category not otherwise included this year) |
44. | Photo with Santa Claus |
45. | Jam Jar |
46. | Ice Cream Scoop |
47. | STUMP THE JUDGE (Please put the answer in a sealed envelope and submit with your item) |
Thank you to our Sponsors:
B&D Oil Heat Service | Genova Imported Ceramic Tile | Swift Canoe & Kayak | |
Back In Thyme | Georgian Hairstyling | Tay Motel | |
Bourgeois Motors | Golf Bonaire | Team Powersports | |
Central Taxi | Julie's Boutique | The Clothes Closet | |
Coldwater Dental | Marsh's Waubaushene Marina | The Grill Restaurant | |
Creative Signs | McTavish Roofing | Waubaushene Heritage | |
Flower Nook by Fresh | Nail Beauty by Bonnita | Waubaushene Truck Stop | |
Garden Fresh Fruit Market | Phoenix Jewelry Co. | Willow Tree Salon & Spa | |
Gary's Crafts & Gifts | River Electric | Waubaushene Septic & Landscaping Supplies | |
Antique and Stock Truck and Tractor Pull
Class 22 - ANTIQUE & STOCK TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL
Saturday, September 24, 2022 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**
Coordinator: Dave Hughson (705-330-4735)
All pullers must conform to 2022 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 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
Prizes: 1st - $40, 2nd - $30, 3rd - $20, 4th - $10
PRIZE MONEY MUST BE COLLECTED BY END OF PULL
CLASSES WILL NOT NECESSARILY PULL IN ORDER SHOWN
LOCAL TRACTORS INCLUDING VINTAGE:
*Tractors may participate in Class 5 or Class 6 (not both)
**Tractors may participate in Class 7 or Class 8 ( not both)
Prizes: 1st: $40, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10
Classes:
1. | Weight up to 4500 lbs |
2. | Weight 4501 - 5500 lbs |
3. | Weight 5501 - 6500 lbs |
4. | Weight 6501 - 8500 lbs |
5. | Weight 8501 - 10500 lbs - 2WD class (without speed limit) |
6. | Weight 8501 - 10500 lbs - 2WD class (maximum 10mph speed limit) |
7. | Weight 8501 - 10500 lbs - 4WD class |
8. | Weight 10501 - 14000 lbs - 2WD class (without speed limit) |
9. | Weight 10501 - 14000 lbs - 2WD class (maximum 10mph speed limit) |
10. | Weight 10501 - 14000 lbs - 4WD class |
11. | Open class - 14001 lbs and up - 2WD or 4WD class |
4 X 4 STREET LEGAL STOCK PICK UP TRUCKS:
Limit 10 per class
1. Weight up to 6,500 lbs.
2. 6,501 to 8,000 lbs. - Gas
3. 6,501 to 8,000 lbs. - Diesel
4. 8,001 to 10,500 lbs.
DEMONSTRATION PULL
Sanctioned Classes will include:
MODIFIED VINTAGE TRACTOR - 5750 - includes both Classes
MINI MODIFIED TRACTORS
Art - Adult
Class 14 – Art - Adult
Coordinator: To Be Announced
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
Classes:
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
Classes:
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. | Craziest Christmas hat - Boys and Girls 13 to 18 months |
9. | Can tell everyone their name - Boys and Girls 19 to 24 months |
10. | Least amount of hair - Boys and Girls 19 to 24 months |
11. | "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 |
Crochet
Class 10 – Crochet
Coordinators: Terri Rossiter (704-345-9143)
Committee: Linda Marchant, Dorothy Parker
Please Read the Rules and Regulations for Homecraft
Helen Walker Memorial Crochet Award donated by her son, Donald, for High Points for Sections 1 to 25. (1st = 3 points., 2nd = 2 points., 3rd = 1 point). A tie will go to the exhibitor with the most 1st prizes.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Classes:
A1. | Baby 36" x 54" or less |
A2. | Toddler 42" x 52" |
A3. | Lap 40" x 48" |
A4. | Throw 56" x 60" to 60" x 72" |
A5. | Bed Cover 59" x 85" to 92" x 94" (Twin to California King) |
10B. Crochet - Section B - Baby/Toddler Clothing
Classes:
B1. | Baby Sweaters - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B2. | Toddler Sweaters -18 months, size 2, size 3, size 4 |
B3. | Baby Sweater with Hood or Hat - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B4. | Toddler Sweaters with Hood or Hat - 18 months, size 2, size 3, size 4 |
B5. | Baby Socks or Slippers - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B6. | Toddler Socks or Slippers - 18 months, size 2, size 3, size 4 |
10C. Crochet - Section C - General Clothing
Classes:
C1. | Sweaters - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
C2. | Sweaters - Women Any Size |
C3. | Sweaters - Mens Any Size |
C4. | Slippers - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
C5. | Slippers - Women Any Size |
C6. | Slippers - Men Any Size |
10D. Crochet - Section D - Outerwear
Classes:
D1. | Mittens or Gloves - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D2. | Mittens or Gloves - Adult Any Size |
D3. | Scarf - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D4. | Scarf or Cowl - Adult Any Size |
D5. | Scarf Character - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D6. | Scarf Character - Adult Any Size |
D7. | Shawl - Women Any Size |
D8. | Poncho - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D9. | Poncho - Women Any Size |
10E. Crochet - Section E - For The Home
Classes:
E1. | Set of 4 Placemats |
E2. | Set of 4 Coasters |
E3. | Small Flower Arrangement - 3 to 5 flowers |
E4. | Dish Cloth or Dish Towel |
E5. | Hot Pad |
E6. | Tea Cozy |
10F. Crochet - Section F - Toys
Classes:
F1. | Outfit for a Purchased Doll or Teddy Bear |
F2. | Homemade Stuffed Doll, Toy or Teddy Bear |
F3. | Hand Crocheted Amurigami Toy - 8 inches or less |
F4. | Hand Crocheted Amurigami Toy - 9 inches or more |
10G. Crochet - Section G - Miscellaneous
Classes:
G1. | Any Article made from homemade needle felting |
G2. | Any Article crocheted from exhibitor's hand-spun fibre (include sample of fibre) |
10X. Crochet - Theme "Christmas in September"
Classes:
X1. | Christmas Stocking |
X2. | Tea Cozy |
X3. | Crocheted Christmas or Fall Centrepiece |
X4. | Dish Cloth or Dish Towel |
X5. | Any Article of Crocheting in the Theme of "Christmas in September" |
X6. | Three Christmas Tree Ornaments |
X7. | Christmas Themed Hat, Scarf or Mittens |
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 22, 2022
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 pm 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 am 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: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Classes:
1. | A Collection of Asters - perennial/native, not to exceed 8 stems Sponsorship: Robert Cook Consulting |
2. | A Collection of Asters - annual, not to exceed 8 stems Sponsorship: Betty Bidmead |
3. | Begonia - Tuberous, 1 bloom floating, no foliage **Note:Begonia should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Simcoe County Master Gardeners |
4. | Calendula - 3-5 stems, foliage attached Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
5. | Chrysanthemums - 3 stems, one variety, one colour Sponsorship: Doreen Thompson |
6. | A collection of Chrysanthemums - not to exceed 6 stems Sponsorship: Doreen Thompson |
7. | Coleus - 3 stems, same variety Sponsorship: Garden Nanny |
8. | A Collection of Coleus - not to exceed 6 stems Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
9. | Cosmos - 5 stems, foliage attached Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
Special Award: The Roberta Dickinson Memorial Award
Best Dahlia in Classes #10 -14
Prize: $30 Sponsor: Russel Miller Property Maintenance
10. | Dahlia - 1 bloom floating, less than 6", no foliage **Note: Dahlia should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
11. | Dahlia - 1 bloom floating, over 6", no foliage. **Note: Dahlia should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
12. | Dahlia - 3 blooms, 1"- 3", foliage attached Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
13. | Dahlia - 3 blooms, 3"- 6", foliage attached Sponsorship: 50 Acre Farm - Lauren McEachern |
14. | Dahlia - 3 blooms, over 6", foliage attached Sponsorship: Sue and Jerry Piitz |
15. | A Collection of Dahlias - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsorship: Lauren McEachern |
16. | A Collection of Daisies - any daisy type flower, not to exceed 6 stems Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Nick Stoikoff in memory of his wife Margaret Stoikoff (Former Antiques Coordinator) |
17. | "NEW" Echinacea (coneflower) - 3 stems Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Waste Connection |
18. | Geranium - 3 flower heads, one colour, with own foliage Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
19. | Geranium - 3 flower heads, mixed colours, with own foliage Not to exceed 9 stems Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
20. | Gladiolus - 1 red or 1 pink spike in separate vases, may enter both colours **Note: A 20" limit on length of stem below bottom floret. Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
21. | Gladiolus - 1 yellow or 1 white spike in separate vases, may enter both colours. **Note: A 20" limit on length of stem below bottom floret. Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
22. | Gladiolus - 1 purple or 1 orange spike in separate vases , may enter both colours **Note: A 20" limit on length of stem below bottom floret. Sponsorship: Betty Bidmead |
23. | "NEW" Gladiolus - 1 spike any other colour not listed, may enter two different specimens **Note: A 20" limit on length of stem below bottom floret. Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
24. | Gladiolus - 1 bi-coloured/multi-coloured spike, may enter two different specimens **Note: A 20" limit on length of stem below bottom floret Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Waste Connection |
25. | "NEW" Grasses- Ornamental - 3 stems/ inflorescences, same variety Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
26. | A Collection of Grasses - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
27. | A Collection of Hosta leaves - leaf size over 6", not to exceed 9 leaves. ** Note: leaf measured from base of leaf to tip. Sponsorship: St George Anglican Church Fairvalley |
28. | A Collection of Hosta leaves - leaf size under 6", not to exceed 9 leaves ** Note: leaf measured from base of leaf to tip Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
29. | Hydrangea - 3 stems, cone shaped flower head Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
30. | Hydrangea - 3 stems, ball shaped flower head Sponsorship: St George Anglican Church Fairvalley |
31. | Lavender - 9 stems, named variety if possible Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
32. | Marigolds - Large- 3 blooms, over 3" Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Waste Connection |
33. | Marigolds - Medium- 3 blooms, 1.5"- 3" Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
34. | Marigolds - Small- 3 blooms, under 1.5" Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
35. | A Collection of Marigolds - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Joanne Reid |
36. | Pansies &/or Violas - 3-5 blooms, foliage attached Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
37. | A Collection of Petunias - suitably arranged, not to exceed 5 stems Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
38. | Rose - Hybrid Tea - 1 specimen bloom, any colour Sponsorship: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
39. | Rose - Floribunda - 1 spray, any colour Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
40. | Rose - Any yellow rose Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5, others: $0 Sponsorship: Nick Stoikoff in memory of his wife Margaret Stoikoff (Former Antiques Coordinator) |
41. | Rose - 1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage **Note: Rose should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
42. | Rose - Miniature -1 spray, any colour Sponsorship: Betty Bidmead |
43. | Rose - Miniature - 1 specimen bloom floating, any colour, without foliage **Note: Rose should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
44. | Rose - Miniature - 1 specimen bloom, any colour **Note: Rose should not touch side of dish Sponsorship: Simcoe County Master Gardeners |
45. | Rose - Most Fragrant - 1 specimen bloom Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
46. | Rose - Most Fragrant - 1 specimen bloom Sponsorship: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
47. | A Collection of Roses - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Michelle Lynch |
48. | "NEW" Salvia - 3 stems, any one colour, own foliage attached Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Waste Connection |
49. | A Collection of Salvia - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
50. | Sedum - 3 stems, any one colour Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
52. | A Collection of Snapdragons - not to exceed 5 stems Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
53. | Sunflowers - 3 Blooms Sponsorship: Bear Pen Flowers - Kimberly Beard |
54. | Zinnias - 3 blooms, Pompom, under 2" Sponsorship: 50 Acre Farm - Lauren McEachern |
55. | Zinnias - 3 blooms, Cactus Sponsorship: 50 Acre Farm - Lauren McEachern |
56. | Zinnias - 3 blooms, Decorative Sponsorship: Peter Warder |
57. | A Collection of Zinnias - suitably arranged, not to exceed 9 stems Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Bernice Ludwig |
58. | Any Other Annual - not listed above, not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named if possible May enter two different varieties Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
59. | Any Other Perennial - not listed above, not to exceed 3 stems or spikes, named if possible May enter two different varieties Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
Potted Plants
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3 (except where indicated)
Special Award: Judges Choice - Classes #60-77
Prize: $30
Sponsor: Meredith Orr in memory of Leona Wassell
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.
60. | Herb Planter - A Collection of herbs growing in a single container, minimum 3 varieties, named if possible. Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Waste Connection |
61. | Variegated Foliage Plant - named if possible Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
62. | African Violet - any colour Sponsorship: Coldwater and District Horticulture Society |
63. | Begonia - any flowering variety Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Schultz & Dooley Marsh |
64. | Coleus - 1 variety grown in pot Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
65. | A Collection of Coleus - grown in a pot Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
66. | Fern - any type, potted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
67. | Succulents - open to all succulents and cactus, pot size 4" and under Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5, others: $0 Sponsorship: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
68. | Succulents - open to all succulents and cactus, pot size over 4" Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
69. | Cactus/Succulent Garden - A Collection of cactus and succulents growing in a single container, minimum of 3 varieties Sponsorship: Schultz & Dooley Marsh |
Hanging Plants
Prizes: 1st - $5, 2nd - $4, 3rd - $3 (except where indicated)
70. | Potted Plant trained on a trellis or support Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0 Sponsorship: Coldwater Ice Cream |
71. | Geranium - 1 variety, in bloom, grown in a pot Sponsorship: Donna and Mike McCague |
72. | Mixed Planter - assorted flowering annuals, in bloom, non hanging Sponsorship: Brian and Bonnie Smith |
73. | Impatiens - 1 or more varieties in bloom, non hanging Sponsorship: Lake Country Animal Hospital |
74. | Orchid - any type, in bloom Prizes: 1st: $20, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5, others: $0 Sponsorship: Landon Warder |
75. | Most Unusual or Odd Plant Special Award - Lorraine Orr Memorial Award Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5, others: $0 Sponsorship: Meredith Orr in memory of her mother Lorraine Orr |
76. | Any Other Flowering Houseplant - not listed above, in bloom, named if possible Sponsorship: Donna and Mike McCague |
77. | Any Other Non-Flowering Houseplant - not listed above, named if possible Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
Hanging Plants:
78. | Flowering Hanging Planter - 1 variety, in bloom, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
79. | Non Flowering Hanging Planter - equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
80. | Fern - any type, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
81. | Mixed Hanging Planter - assorted annuals, equipped to hang, named if possible Sponsorship: Doug Bidmead Excavating |
Artistic Design
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4
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
"Christmas Music"
Artistic Design:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, others: $0
82. | Jingle Bells - a Front Door Wreath, equipped to hang Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
83. | Santa's Coming to Town - a Design in a sleigh Sponsorship: Dry Basement Solutions |
84. | We Three Kings - a Parallel Design Sponsorship: St George Anglican Church Fairvalley |
85. | Oh Christmas Tree - a Triangular Design Sponsorship: Ontario Waste Management Association |
86. | Silent Night - a Design Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
87. | Frosty the Snowman - a Design Sponsorship: Christel Gores |
88. | Nutcracker Suite - a Satellite Design Sponsorship: Rita Whiston |
89. | Silver Bells - a Table Centre to include Lilies (can be purchased) and candles Sponsorship: Joe & Eleanor Trimble |
90. | Holly and the Ivy - a Foliage Design Sponsorship: Stewart Esten LLP |
91. | Little Drummer Boy - a Design Sponsorship: Sue and Jerry Piitz |
Thanks for entering - have fun
Domestic Science
Class 6 - Domestic Science – Culinary Arts
Coordinator: Sheila Burk (705-835-6489)
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/or supported 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 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
Classes:
1. | CHRISTMAS 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. | CHRISTMAS - Snowman made from marshmallows Sponsor: Matthew and Amanda Murray |
4. | OPEN CLASS - BREAD MACHINE Baking Contest - (Specify kind) Sponsor: Grace Willmott |
5. | Pecan Pie (9" Pie) Prizes: 1st: $12.00, 2nd: $7.50, 3rd: $5.50 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Sherrill Gill |
6. | Tea Biscuits - Plain (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Pam Martin |
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: Carol McIsaac - 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) 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: C/o J. Buchan |
16. | Cranberry and Citrus Loaf - Any Size (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) Sponsor: C/o J. Buchan |
17. | Banana Loaf (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Martha Sova |
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. | CHRISTMAS - Shortbread Cookies - Decorated for Christmas (5) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron |
23. | Ginger Cookies (5) (No additional fruit, nuts, chips, etc. unless specified) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carol McIsaac - Rocking Chair Ranch |
24. | OPEN CLASS - CHRISTMAS 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: Georgian Bakery - Midland |
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. | CHRISTMAS No-Bake Christmas 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 his wife 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 Sponsor: Laraine Smith |
33. | Coffee Cake - Any Kind - (Specify kind) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Meredith's Bartending |
34. | CHRISTMAS - Yule Log 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 Sponsor: Laraine Smith |
38. | Cherry Pie (9" pie) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this Sponsor Sponsor: Pam Martin |
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) 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: Vivien Dickinson |
43. | PLAIN Butter Tarts - (5) Full size, no minis, plain. ** Note: 1st prize winner will go to this sponsor ** Note: 1st prize 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: In Memory of his wife Margaret Stoikoff - Former Antiques Coordinator |
45. | Carrot Cake - Iced (Any size) Sponsor: Kari Smith - Elite Party Rentals (705-722-6030) |
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 Sponsor: Laraine Smith |
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 Stuffed Pet Show Coordinator |
51. | Marmalade - Any Flavour (Specify kind) Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $4 ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: In memory of her sister Connie Mallon |
52. | Corn Relish ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Marion Potter |
53. | CHRISTMAS - Cranberry Sauce ** 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: 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 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: 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 ** 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) Sponsor: In Memory of Bill Devine |
66. | Chili Sauce (Specify mild, medium or hot) ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: 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 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 zponsor Sponsor: Jason McCoy Pure Country 106 Morning Show |
74. | CHRISTMAS - Christmas Cake (Dark) - 1/2 Loaf ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Carley Gill |
75. | Coconut Cream Pie (9" pie) Sponsor: Carley Gill |
76. | Chow Chow Pickles ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Elsie Walker |
77. | Fruit Chili Sauce ** Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Susan Plue |
78. | CHRISTMAS - Shortbread BARS **Note:1st prize entry wil go to this sponsor Sponsor: Pam Martin |
79. | CHRISTMAS - Ginger Bread House (Any size) **Note: 1st prize entry will go to this sponsor Sponsor: Dave & Donna Athron |
The Coordinator 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)
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.
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
Classes:
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) |
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”.
Prizes: 1st: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
Classes:
1. | Slicing Cucumbers - 6 |
2. | Carrots, long and slender (1" stems) -6 |
3. | Carrots, short and stubby (1" stems) -6 |
4. | Table Beets (1" stems) - 6 |
5. | Slicing Beets (1" stem) - 6 |
6. | Beets, 5 cylindrical (1" stem) - 6 |
7. | Yellow Onions - 6 |
8. | Red Onions - 6 |
9. | Green Peppers - 3 |
10. | Red Peppers - 3 |
11. | Swiss Chard - 6 leaves |
12. | Green Onions - 6 |
13. | Leaf Lettuce - 6 leaves |
14. | Leeks - 3 |
15. | Cherry Tomatoes - 6 (stems left on) |
16. | Grape Tomatoes - 2 clusters, mostly ripe |
17. | Yellow Tomatoes - 6 |
18. | Yellow Beans - 15 |
19. | Green Beans - 15 |
20. | Purple Beans - 15 |
21. | Kohlrabi – 2 specimens - must be shown with 1" stem |
22. | Decorator or multi-coloured corn - 3 specimens husk removed |
23. | Ornamental Gourds - 3 specimens |
24. | Brussels Sprouts - 1 stalk |
25. | Cabbage, 2 green |
26. | Cabbage, 2 red |
27. | Flowering Kale - 1 specimen |
28. | Eggplant – 2 specimens |
29. | Garlic - 6 heads (2" stems, roots on but trimmed, cleanliness counts) |
30. | White Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
31. | Red Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
33. | Late Potatoes (6 on a tray, must be named) |
34. | Dutch Sets Onions (12 on a tray) |
35. | 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. |
36. | Home Garden Collection Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 Not less than 6 different types of vegetables or field produce to fit in a 24" square, nicely displayed. Must be displayed on a tray with sides |
37. | Vegetable Christmas Tree - no taller than 15 inches At least 4 different types of vegetables |
Grain
Class 3 – Grain
Coordinator: Beth Allen (705-795-2965)
Prizes: 1st: $7, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3
Classes:
1. | Fall Wheat - One half bushel |
2. | White Oats - One half bushel Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
3. | Barley - One half bushel Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
4. | Six ears grain corn - Variety named |
5. | Baled Hay - 1st cut, 10" slice |
6. | Baled Hay - 2nd cut, 10" slice |
7. | Haylage |
8. | Corn Sheaf - 6 stalks - Variety and purpose named |
9. | Grain Sheaf - 4" min. diameter |
10. | Soy Beans - One half bushel Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
11. | White Beans - One half bushel Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6 |
Hand Knitting
9A. Knitting - Section A - Afghans
Classes:
A1. | Baby 36" x 54" or less |
A2. | Toddler 42" x 52" |
A3. | Lap 40" x 48" |
A4. | Throw 56" x 60" to 60" x 72" |
A5. | Bed Cover 59" x 85" to 92" x 94" (Twin to California King) |
9B. Knitting - Section B - Baby/Toddler Clothing
Classes:
B1. | Baby Sweaters - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B2. | Toddler Sweaters -18 months, size 2, size 3, size 4 |
B3. | Baby Sweater with Hood or Hat - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B4. | Toddler Sweaters - 18 months, size 2, size 3, size 4 |
B5. | Baby Socks or Slippers - Newborn, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 12 months |
B6. | Toddler Socks or Slippers - 18 months, size 2,size 3, size 4 |
9C. Knitting - Section C - General Clothing
Classes:
C1. | Sweaters - Children - Sizes 5 to 14 |
C2. | Sweaters - Women - Any Size |
C3. | Sweaters - Men - Any Size |
C4. | Slippers - Children - Sizes 5 to 14 |
C5. | Slippers - Women - Any Size |
C6. | Slippers - Men - Any Size |
9D. Knitting - Section D - Outerwear
Classes:
D1. | Mittens or Gloves - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D10. | Hat or Toque - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D11. | Hat or Toque - Adult Any Size |
D2. | Mittens or Gloves - Adult Any Size |
D3. | Scarf - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D4. | Scarf or Cowl - Adult Any Size |
D5. | Scarf Character - Children Sizes 5 to 14 |
D6. | Scarf Character - Adult |
D7. | Shawl - Women Any Size |
D8. | Poncho - CHildren Sizes 5 to 14 |
D9. | Poncho - Women Any Size |
9E. Knitting - Section E - For The Home
Classes:
E1. | Set of 4 Placemats |
E2. | Set of 4 Coasters |
E3. | Small Flower Arrangement - 3 to 5 flowes |
E4. | Dish Cloth or Dish Towel |
E5. | Hot Pad |
E6. | Tea Cozy |
9F. Knitting - Section F - Toys
Classes:
F1. | Outfit or a purchased Doll or Teddy Bear |
F2. | Home stuffed Doll, Toy or Teddy Bear |
9G. Knitting - Section G - Miscellaneous
Classes:
G1. | Any Article made from homemade knitted felting |
G2. | Any Article knit from exhibitor's hand-spun fibre (include sample of fibre) |
G3. | Any Article of loom knitting |
9H. Knitting - Section H - "Christmas in September"
Classes:
H1. | Christmas Stocking |
H2. | Tea Cozy |
H3. | Knitted Christmas or Fall Centrepiece |
H4. | Dish Cloth or Dish Towel |
H5. | Any Article of Knitting in Theme of "Christmas in September" |
H6. | Three Christmas tree ornaments |
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: $4, 2nd: $3, 3rd: $2
Classes:
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: Christine Nicholls 705-955-4575
Rules:
1. Exhibitors may only enter 1 bottle of wine per Category – Red, White or Fruit
2. Wine must be displayed in 750ml bottles
3. All bottles must be sealed with either a cork or screw cap.
4. Wine may be made from scratch or a wine kit and can be made at home or in a wine brewing facility.
5. All entries must be entered at the Fair Office in the Coldwater Arena prior to 7:00pm on the Thursday of the Fall Fair Weekend. (contact coordinator Christine Nicholls for directions or assistance 705-955-4575)
6. The winning bottles of wine will be displayed in the Arena for the whole weekend
7. All wine will be judged by an accredited wine judge.
8. Design your own Wine Label is a separate entry. The Label is to be printed separate from the wine bottle. Size is 3”x 4”; made with no outsourced company templates.
**All exhibitors and sponsors of the Homemade Wine Class are invited to be present for the judging which takes place at 8:00pm on Thursday evening of the Fall Fair Weekend**
Prizes: Wine- 1st Place - Gift Certificate, 2nd Place - $12.00, 3rd Place - $8.00,
Best in Show – Gift Certificate
Design your own Wine Label- 1st Place - $10.00, 2nd Place - $6.00, 3rd Place - $4.00
North Simcoe District Women's Institute
Class 12 - North Simcoe District Women's Institute
This class is for Women's Institute members only
Coordinator: Erika Bienert (705-835-2367)
Theme: “Christmas in September"
- Four foot width allowed for each display.
- All judged items to be homemade, no kits.
- Props may be added to display.
- Baked goods should be in plastic bags.
Rules: Judging system:
1. Baked goods, preserves, jams & jellies: APPEARANCE, TEXTURE AND TASTE
2. Crafts, sewing & painting: MATERIAL, CONTENT, QUALITY OF WORKMANSHIP, ORIGINALITY, APPEARANCE, OVERALL DISPLAY.
Winning display receives ribbon only.
Overall (total prize points): ribbon only.
Prizes awarded for each category below:
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6
Classes:
A. | Homemade Christmas Card, not computerized 5 1/2" x 4 1/2" (14cm x 11.5cm) |
B. | Decorated Christmas gift box (not smaller than 9" x 4 1/2" x 3" (23 cm x 11.5cm x 7.5cm) |
C. | Artificial round Christmas wreath (minimum diameter 14" (35.5cm) |
1. | Shortbread cookies, 5, not whipped. |
2. | Cranberry loaf, no nuts, any size. |
3. | Butter tart squares, 5. |
Quilts
Class 8 – Quilts
Coordinators: Barb Gill (705-835-3349)
Lynne Boyd (705-686-7733)
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:
- 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”.
- Please include fabric and batting swatches for all entries.
- Indicate if you would like your quilt to be labelled “For Sale”.
Prizes: 1st - $20, 2nd - $15, 3rd - $10
Best in Show wins an extra $10 in memory of Evelyn Silk donated by her family.
Consider entering your Christmas Quilt to honour our 2022 theme!
Classes 1 to 4 – Hand Quilting
Quilts must be hand-quilted and must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter. Please note that class 4 is NOT eligible for OAAS.
Note: class 4 is NOT eligible for OAAS Classes 5-10-Machine Quilting
Class 5 is the ONLY class eligible for the OAAS
*Following classes not eligible for OAAS.
Classes 11-12 Baby Quilts Approximate perimeter 160” Prizes: 1st - $10, 2nd - $7, 3rd - $5 Gift Certificate for 1st place quilt from Thimbles and Things for Classes 11 & 12.
Class 13 Wall Hanging *New*
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Classes:
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, any adult size Note: Class 4 is NOT eligible for OAAS |
Classes 6 to 11 – Machine Quilting
Classes:
5. | Quilt minimum perimeter of 324" - entirely made and quilted by exhibitor Class 5 is the ONLY class eligible for OAAS |
6. | Quilt, open class, any technique, machine or long arm quilting, any adult size This class is not eligible for OAAS. Include name of person who did the quilting |
7. | Quilt as you go method, any adult size This class is not eligible for OAAS. |
8. | Quilt top, pieced, ready to be quilted (top only), any adult size This class is not eligible for OAAS. |
9. | Quilt, completed at Thimbles and Things class in Orillia. Include name of quilt, class taken and instructor. Gift certificate of $25 from Thimbles and Things, Orillia for 1st place quilt |
10. | Baby's crib quilt, hand quilted Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 Gift certificate from Thimbles and Things, Orillia for 1st place quilt Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
11. | Baby's crib quilt, machine quilted or tied Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 Gift certificate from Thimbles and Things, Orillia for 1st place quilt Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5 |
Best in Show Quilt Prize: $10 |
Senior Youth Art Work
Class 202 – Senior Youth Artwork
Coordinator: To be announced
Youth from 14 to 17 years of age
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
Classes:
1. | Any Subject in Any Medium Prize: Gift Certificates |
Sewing and Crafts
Class 11 - Sewing and Crafts
Coordinator: : Victoria Booth (705-323-5429)
All entries must be the work of the exhibitor
Entries must be clean and odor free
Samples of materials used must be attached using safety pins
Sewing
Classes:
1. | Adult Scrub Shirt (Shirt worn by medical personnel) |
2. | Adult nightgown or pyjamas |
3. | Adult shirt, blouse or top |
4. | Apron |
5. | Reusable shopping bag |
6. | Fidget/Sensory blanket for dementia patient (Maximum size 24" x 24") |
7. | Baby's sleep sack |
8. | Child's dress (Not smocked) |
9. | Child's nightgown or pyjamas |
10. | Child's dress up costume |
11. | Two matching pillow cases |
12. | Outfit for a doll (Not knitted or crocheted, any size, minimum 2 pieces) **Note: 1st place winner will also receives a $10 gift certificate from The Christmas Villager Sponsorship: The Christmas Villager |
13. | Homemade teddy bear or other stuffed toy, not knitted or crocheted (Not to exceed 15" in height) |
14. | Baby's sensory toy or blanket (Maximum size 12" x 12") |
15. | Child's article of clothing - smocked |
16. | Jeans repaired with patch(es) using hand sewing and embellishment |
17. | Handmade floor mat - not hooked |
18. | Child's bib |
19. | Any article of sewing that is not listed above |
Christmas Sewing
20. | Christmas stocking |
21. | Machine pieced and quilted Christmas placemats (4) |
22. | Christmas fabric gift bag |
23. | Christmas tree skirt |
24. | Covid mask - suitable for a Christmas party |
25. | Christmas tree ornament - machine or hand sewn (Not knitted or crocheted) |
26. | Machine quilted Christmas wall hanging or table runner |
27. | Hand quilted Christmas wall hanging |
Crafts
28. | Macrame wall hanging |
29. | Homemade birdhouse or feeder - any material, not to exceed 15" in any direction |
30. | Barn board wooden sign with words, may include decorative design |
31. | Charcuterie board,small |
32. | Wind chimes, made from recycled materials |
33. | Fascinator for a New Year's Eve gala **Note: 1st place winner receives a $25 gift certicate from The Clothes Closet Sponsorship: The Clothes Closet |
34. | Stained Glass - not to exceed 15" |
35. | Tie dyed adult T-shirt |
36. | Folk art item, not to exceed 15" in any direction |
37. | Any article of needle felting |
38. | Hand crafted earrings, material of your choice |
39. | Article of traditional rug hooking, using yarn/wool and/or cloth strips, not to exceed 30" x 36" **Note: 1st place winner receives a $20 gift certificate from The Purple Sock Sponsorship: The Purple Sock |
40. | "As seen on Pinterest" (Must include a printed copy of the Pinterest pin) |
41. | Scrapbooking layout, 2 (12" x 12" pages) in page protectors, tied together **Note 1st place winner receives a Close To My Heart paper pack ($15 value) Sponsorship: Jenn Shaw |
42. | Hand embroidered article |
43. | Any item made using a Cricut or similar machine, not to exceed 15" |
44. | Any hand crafted item not listed above |
Christmas Crafts
45. | Christmas wreath, maximum diameter 12" |
46. | Beautifully wrapped Chirstmas gift |
47. | Christmas tree ornament, not knitted,crocheted or made with fabric |
48. | Assorted hand crafted Christmas cards,(3) no envelopes, displayed in large palstic bag **Note: 1st place winner receives a Close To My Heart paper pack ($15 value) Sponsorship: Jenn Shaw |
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 25, 2022 at the Poultry Barn
Coordinator: JoAnn Warren (705) 686-3157
Registration and Decoration/Assembly at 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Drag Races begin at 12:00 noon
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:
- Each hot rod must be created from a single zucchini with the supplied wheels and axles.
- Maximum of 2 entries/person if your bring your own decorated zucchini.
- Coordinator reserves the right to limit number of entries/person from zucchini provided on-site.
- 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
Classes:
1. | Drag Race Heats Drag races for decorated zucchini |