FRIDAY, August 18, 2023
COMMITTEE: Liz Miller 613-818-5033, Anne-Marie McNulty 613-859-2967
This is a sport of patterned horse racing consisting of timed speed events designed to display precise, controlled actions and tight teamwork between horse and rider. The sport includes such events as pole bending where horse and mounted rider run a weaving or serpentine path around poles arranged in a line and barrel racing where the horse and rider attempt to complete a cloverleaf pattern around preset barrels in the fastest time.
ENTRY FEES:
Open (any age): $8 / class
Senior (19 yrs and older in current year): $8 / class
Youth (14-18 yrs in current year): $4 / class
Pee Wee/Leadline (13 yrs in current year): No Charge
RULES:
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society and the Shilo Riding Club apply.
- Proper Western attire consisting of a Western shirt with a collar (sleeveless shirts are not permitted), long pants, Western hat or helmet and Western boots with a minimum ½” tall heel are required for competition. Shirts must be buttoned while in the ring.
- Helmets are mandatory for Leadline, Peewee, and youth riders and strongly encouraged for Senior.
- All riders must sign a hold harmless agreement. Agreements for riders ages 18 years and under must be signed by a parent or guardian.
- All entries must include $2,000,000 proof of liability insurance.
- Although negative Coggins Test results are not required, it is strongly recommended that exhibitors have all horses fully vaccinated and Coggins tested for their protection and for that of others exhibitors.
- Individual entries will be accepted until Tuesday, AUGUST 15th at 11:59 p.m.
- A class will not be run if there are less than three (3) entries.
- Interference or complaints to the judge will not be tolerated. Sportsmanlike conduct is always required.
- Riders can only show a maximum of two (2) horses per class. Horses may only be entered once per event per class (Leadline excluded).
- Time faults & penalties: Barrel, Pole and or Marker Knockdown: no time (N/T). A five (5) second penalty will be assessed if the helmet or hat is not on exhibitor for the entire time in the ring.
- Warm up will take place prior to the start of the Leadline class. Leadline will start at 10:00 am.
- If the parent/coach needs to be in the ring with the rider, he or she is required to be Leadline class. Leadline classes will be run on a shortened course.
- If you enter early and need to make changes, please do so via e-mail. If you simply make another entry, the meaning or the message may not be understood.
- Entry forms and contact information can be found on the Shilo Riding Club website at http://shiloridingclub.ca.
- Gate Admission must be paid to enter grounds. Trailers must enter at the North Gate.
PRIZES:
Open/Senior (1D) – $50, $40, $30, $20, $10
Senior Classes (2D) – D1: $45, $35, $25 – D2: $20, $15, $10
Youth Classes (1D) – $25, $20, $15, $10, $5
Youth Classes (2D) – D1: $22.50, $17.50, $12.50 – D2: $10.50, $7, $5
PeeWee Classes – $10, $6, $4, $3, $2
Leadline – Ribbon : Peewee High Point – Plaque : Youth & Senior High Point – Belt Buckles
Notes: Points will only be awarded in PeeWee, Youth and Senior classes for Barrels, Dash, Keyhole, Flag and Pole Bending.
CLASSES:
Leadline (13 years and younger in current year)
13 years and under in current year
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
Peewee (13 years and younger in current year)
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3, 5th: $2
13 years in current year
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
Youth (14-19 years in current year)
14-18 years in current year
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
4. | Flag |
5. | Pole Bending |
Senior (19 years and older in current year)
19 years and older in current year
Sections:
1. | Barrels |
2. | Dash |
3. | Keyhole |
4. | Flag |
5. | Pole Bending |
Open (any age) – TEAMS
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20, 5th: $10
(any age)
Sections:
1. | TEAM – Relay |
2. | TEAM – Pickup |
CLASS 3 – OPEN SHEEP SHOW
Sunday, August 18 at 11:30 am.
COMMITTEE
Lois James, Jenna James, Debi Bennett, Bruce Bennett
JUDGE:
SPECIAL AWARDS
Rosettes will be awarded,over all breeds, to:
Supreme and Reserve Supreme Champion Rams & Supreme and Reserve Supreme Champion Ewes
JACK JAMES MEMORIAL AWARD
This award is for the best presentation and sheep showmanship presented to the sheep exhibitor in either the Junior or Open Sheep Show who is deemed to have presented him/herself and his/her sheep in the best possible fashion. Judging will be based on the way the exhibitor presents his/her sheep, his/her showmanship, sportsmanlike conduct, attitude and overall appearance.
RULES
a) General Rules and Regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) Each purebred breed must be shown separately and have at least 2 (two) exhibitors and at least 8 (eight) animals per breed. If these conditions are not met, only 50% of prize money will be paid or the breed may be shown in the A.O.B. class.
c) Entries must be made online at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair no later than August 12, 2024.
d) Entry fees for the Open Sheep Show will be 25% of the prize money and will be deducted by the fair.
e) All purebred animals must be registered in the exhibitor’s name on or before closing date for entries.
f) Each exhibitor must have available upon request by the committee:
g) Registration Papers of sheep in purebred classes 1-5 & Proof of liability insurance ($2,000,000) coverage. Failure to provide satisfactory documentation for any of the foregoing will immediately disqualify exhibitor from any further participation in the sheep show.
h) All exhibitors are asked to wear their show harnesses in the ring. Numbers will be priovided to exhibitors.
i) Sheep must be in the pens by 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
j) All group classes must be shown in order to receive prize money.
k) The following purebred breeds must be shown in Short Fleece (staple less than 1″ or 2.5 cm): Suffolk, Hampshire, Dorset,Texel and Southdown.
l) An exhibitor may show a maximum of 6 head/ breed and a maximum of 3 head/entry section for individual animals.
m) Any animal deemed unfit to show for health reasons may be removed at the discretion of the Sheep Committee.
n) Junior Exhibitors showing in the OPEN class are subject to the $12 Fair Membership.
In order to comply with the Canadian Sheep Identification Program, all sheep and lambs must be tagged with the C.S.I.P. ear tag. Any animal without this tag will be barred from showing and must be removed from the exhibition building.
There will be up to four individual purebred breed classes and one A.O.B. class. All other breeds will show in the A.O.B. class. A second A.O.B. class may be added at the discretion of the Committee if there are insufficient numbers for four individual breeds.
Under no circumstances should an animal exhibiting signs of transmittable disease be taken to the Russell Fair and Russell Fairgrounds. The show committee and other Fair officials have the right to refuse entry of any animal showing signs of an infectious skin disease (eg., warts, ringworm). If a vet check is required, it will be at the expense of the exhibitor.
CLASSES:
Suffolk
Hampshire
Dorset
North Country Cheviot
Any Other Breed
Sections:
1. | Ewe – Yearling 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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2. | Ewe – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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3. | Pair of Ewes – Animals must have been shown in Section 1 or 2 – No Entry Fee Required
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4. | Ram – Yearling, 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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5. | Ram – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place
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6. | Get-of-Sire Born on property of exhibitor; group of 3 animals, full mouth milk teeth, by same sire Animals may or may not have been shown in previous classes.
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7. | Breeder’s Flock Bred & owned by exhibitor, group of 4 animals, both sexes represented Each animal must have been shown in one of the previous classes. All animals must be of the same breed
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Commercial Sheep (Crossbred or unregistered)
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| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th | 6th | 7th | 8th | 9th |
| $75.00 | $60.00 | $50.00 | $40.00 | $35.00 | $30.00 | $25.00 | $20.00 | $15.00 |
Sections:
1. | Ewe – "yearling" 3rd pair of temporary incisors must be inplace. |
2. | Ewe – Lamb – 1st pair of temporary incisors must be in place. |
CLASS 3 – JUNIOR SHEEP SHOW
Sunday August 20, 2023 at 10:30 am. Special Costume Class will be held at 1:00 pm
SPECIAL AWARDS
Rosettes will be awarded Champion and Reserve Champion Showperson
RULES
a) General Rules and Regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. No Membership fee or entry fee required.
b) Participants may show in Class 1 OR 2 but not in both. Youth are encouraged to show their 4-H Project Lamb. Entry Sections 3-7 are open to all youth (4-H and non 4-H) and also open to Peewee Participants under 9 years of age.
Junior Sheep Show
| Prizes | ||||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| $20.00 | $17.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
Sections:
1. | Breeding ewe lamb, purebred or commercial. Lamb must be born Jan.1, 2024 or after. 4-H Project of participant or a peewee under 9 yrs old. |
2. | Market, ewe lamb or wether lamb between 75 lbs and 110 lbs 4-H Project of participant or a peewee under 9 yrs old. |
3. | Showmanship PEEWEE – up to and including 8 years old as of Jan 1, 2024 |
4. | Showmanship NOVICE – 9 to 11 years old as of Jan 1, 2024 |
5. | Showmanship JUNIOR – 12 to 15 years old as of January 1, 2024 |
6. | Showmanship SENIOR – 16 to 21 years old as of January 1, 2024 |
7. | Special Costume Class – You and Your Lamb Ewe and Your Lamb is a Special Costume Class held at 1:pm for youth 16 and under. Dress up both yourself and your lamb in coordinating costumes! Lambs should be shown on a halter. Judging is based on originality of costumes and coordination of exhibitor and lamb. |
CLASS 7 – FIELD CROPS
COMMITTEE
Steve Bekkers 613-445-3284
John Hickling
KEITH DUGDALE MEMORIAL TROPHY
This trophy will be awarded to the exhibitor earning the highest number of points, calculated by combining total points from his/her top 5 exhibits in the Field Crops Class.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) You cannot enter on-line. To enter this class, exhibitors are asked to contact a member of the committee.
c) In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have 10% deducted for winnings over $10.
d) Minimum field size will be 5 acres; no maximum.
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $40, 3rd: $30, 4th: $20, 5th: $11 (10% kept by the fair)
Sections:
1. | Corn |
2. | Soybeans |
3. | Soybeans, identity preserved, Non GMO |
4. | Wheat |
CLASS 8 – COMMERCIAL FEATURES
COMMITTEE
Rudy Schoeni 613-443-2410
SPECIAL AWARD: HANK STAAL MEMORIAL TROPHY
This trophy will be awarded to the exhibitor earning the highest number of points, calculated by total points from his/her top 5 exhibits in the Commercial Feature Displays Class.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Enter online at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair. Deadline for entries is Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
c) One entry per exhibitor in any section. In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors have 10% deducted for winning over $10.
d) Exhibits must be placed at the South Door of the Curling Club in the hands of the committee by Wednesday, August 14 between 6:30pm- 8:00pm. or Thursday, August 15 by 10:pm.
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| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| $50.00 | $40.00 | $30.00 | $20.00 | $11.00 |
Sections:
1. | Haylage, 10 lbs. |
2. | Corn Silage, 10lbs |
3. | Corn; grain corn, 6 ears, current year. Please specify name on the entry tag. |
4. | Corn; 6 stalks, Please specify name on the entry tag. |
5. | Hay – one cured flake exhibited in a clear plastic bag. |
6. | Corn cob with the most kernels |
7. | Wheat; sheet of wheat current year |
8. | Soybeans; 6 stalks, Please specify name on the entry tag. |
9. | Soybean plant with most pods. Please specify name on the entry tag. Must be RR or any crusher bean. |
CLASS 9 – AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) Entries can be made at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 14, 2024.
c) Unless otherwise stated, the exhibitor must grow all vegetables and produce.
d) Entries may be placed in the Curling Rink on Wednesday August 14, between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. or on Thursday, August 15 between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
e) All exhibits must be in the quantities specified.
f) Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
g) Entry tags must be attached to the plate.
h) Entries to be removed on Sunday August 18 between 4:00 & 5:00 pm.
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 |
Sections:
1. | Beans, 5, yellow |
2. | Beans, 5, Green |
3. | Beets, 3, table use, top trimmed 1.5 cm |
4. | Carrots, 3, not over 7 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed |
5. | Carrots, 3, not over 17 cm, 1.5 cm tops showing, carefully washed |
6. | Sweet Corn, 3, named, Remove 1/3 of the husk and silk from tip to base |
7. | Cucumbers, 3, slicing, over 15 cm, Short stem attached |
8. | Dill, 3 stems 30 cm long, in a container |
9. | Garlic, 3 heads,stem and roots trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm |
10. | Herbs, 3 varieties, labelled, fresh in water |
11. | Kale, 3 stems in water |
12. | Onions, 3, diameter of 6-9cm, roots and top trimmed to approx. 1.5 cm |
13. | Parsley, 3 stems in a glass jar |
14. | Peas, 5 pods, stem and calyx attached |
15. | Peppers, 3, red or green, 1.5 cm stem attached |
16. | Peppers, 3, hot, 1.5 cm stem attached |
17. | Potatoes, 3, named, brushed clean, not washed. |
18. | Summer squash, 1, named |
19. | Tomatoes, 5 cherry type, calyx attached |
20. | Tomatoes, 3, for slicing, red, calyx attached |
21. | Zucchini,3, 15-30 cm in length, short stem attached |
22. | Any other vegetable not listed |
23. | Vegetable display, 45 cm x 45 cm, using a minimum of 5 vegetables Need not be grown by exhibitor |
24. | Oddity of Nature – unusual or odd-shapped vegetable. |
25. | Longest Carrot |
26. | Longest Cucumber |
27. | Largest Potato |
28. | Largest Tomato |
29. | Longest Zucchini |
CLASS 9A – JUNIOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613-445-3371
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Junior Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society. The membership is free! All exhibitors are to register online www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair. Deadlines for Entries is Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
c) Entry Tags must be affixed to each exhibit item prior to dropping off exhibit.
d) Entries may be placed in the Curling Club on Wednesday, August 14, between 6:00 pm-8:30 pm or Thursday, August 15 between 8:00 am – 9:00 am.
e) Entries are to be removed Sunday, August 18 between 4:00 – 5:00 pm..
Agricultural Products – Junior Division
Sponsorship: $30.00, RUSSELL VILLAGE WOMENS INSTITUTE
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| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 | $2.00 |
Sections:
1. | Carrots, 4 long, over 17 cm, 1.5 cm tops attached |
2. | Onions, 3. |
3. | Potatoes, 3. |
4. | Tomatoes, 3, calyx attached |
5. | One herb , 3 stems in a glass container, named |
6. | NOVELTY, unusual Vegetable or fruit, e.g. odd shaped, unusual variety |
7. | Scarecrow, self supporting, sitting or standing 1.2-1.8 meters height |
CLASS 10- CULINARY ARTS
COMMITTEE
Eileen Blenkarn – 613-445-2601
Ina Henry, Marjorie Dugdale, Karen Lovenuk
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points by new exhibitor – $15 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Second most points by new exhibitor – $10 donated by The Russell Village Women’s Institute.
New Exhibitor must not have shown at the Russell Fair in the Culinary Arts Division in the previous 5 years. Please indicate eligibility by marking last show year.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society. Memberships and entry tags are available from the Fair Board office.
c) Entries can be made at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
d) All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Curling Club. The club will be open Wednesday, August 14, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, August 15 from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for dropping off tagged exhibits.
e) Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list. Ready mixes and canned pie fillings are not permitted.
f) Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
g) Place all baked goods such as cupcakes, muffins and cookies on WHITE paper plates and wrap well in clear plastic bags.
h) Loaves and cakes should be placed on foil-covered heavy cardboard approximately 3/4″ larger than entry and placed in clear plastic bags.
i) For any whole pie or cake entered, the exhibitor may leave one generous portion on display and take the remainder home Friday between 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. First prize winners in the Country Fair Bread and Pie Specials must leave complete entry.
j) Muffins and cupcakes must be presented without liners.
k) For jams, jellies and marmalades use mason jars. Jars sealed with wax will be disqualified. All entries must be a maximum of 1 pint or 500 ml.
l) Junior exhibitors entering adult classes must have a paid Russell Agricultural Society membership ($12.00).
m) No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
n) Change – The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 18. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
o) In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have an extra 10% deducted for winnings over $10.
Section 1:
1. | Bernardin Home Canning Best of Show Award Judge’s choice of best overall home canning entry from all 1st place canning sections #23-37. To qualify, all winning competition entries must have been submitted in mason jars with properly sealed two-piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids.
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Sections 2, 3, 4:
2. | Bernardin Jam/Jelly Award: Strawberry Jam (not freezer jam) Maximum Jar Size is 1 pint (500ml);minimum is 1/2 pint (250ml)
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3. | Bernardin Gift Pack Competition Must include at least 3 filled mason jars sealed with Bernardin SNAP lids Must be submitted in an appropriate container, not neccesarily a basket. Entry based on creativity, quality of canned product, perceived value and appropriateness of presentation.
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4. | Bernardin SNAP Lid / Mason Jar Creative Craft Award Decorative or functional homemade craft using a Bernardin mason jar(s)and/or 2 piece SNAP Lid Judges select winner based on creativity, quality of home canned product, perceived value and appropriatness of presentation. 1st place winner with submission of declaration form and photo will be eligible for National competition (1st prize is $200).
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Section 5:
5. | Best of Show – Old Fashioned Cinnamon Swirl Loaf Use recipe found in the Prize Listing |
Old Fashioned Cinnamon Swirl Loaf
This recipe makes 2 loaves but only ½ loaf is required for exhibiting.
5 to 5 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
2 packages of Fleischmann’s Quick Rise Instant Yeast
1 ½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
½ cup water
1/3 cup butter or margarine, cut in pieces
2 eggs
3 tbsp butter or margarine, melted
1/3 cup sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup raisins
1 egg white, lightly beaten
Crumb topping recipe (recipe follows)
In large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1/3 cup sugar, undissolved yeast, and salt. Heat milk, water and 1/3 cup
Butter until very warm (120 to 130 degrees F/ or 50 – 55 degrees C); stir into ingredients. Stir in eggs and enough remaining flour to make a soft dough. Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Cover and let rest on floured surface for 10 minutes.
To fill and shape loaves: Divide dough in half. Roll each half to 16 x 7-inch rectangle. Bruch rectangles with 3 tablespoons melted butter to within 1 inch of edges. Combine 1/3 cup sugar, cinnamon and raisins; sprinkle evenly over dough. Beginning at short end of each rectangle, roll up tightly as for jelly roll; pinch seams and ends to seal. Place, seam sides down, in 2 greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Cover; let rise in warm place until doubled, about 30 to 45 minutes.
Brush loaves with egg white; sprinkle with Crumb Topping. Bake at 350 degrees F for 35 minutes to 40 minutes or until done. Remove from pans; let cool on wire racks.
Crumb Topping: In small bowl, combine 1/3 cup all purpose flour, 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, and 1 tsp cinnamon. Cut in tablespoons butter or margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Prizes for Sections 6-47 (10% kept by the fair) | |||
1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
$6 | $5 | $4 | $3 |
BREADS, BUNS, ROLLS, LOAVES & MUFFINS:
For Showing, Paper liners are not to be used.
6. | Bread, white, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old, not using a bread machine |
7. | Bread, 60% whole wheat, entire crust, 1 loaf, 24 hours old The winning exhibitors will be asked to exhibit at the district level |
8. | Cinnamon buns – 4, baked together OR rolls, 3, baked separately |
9. | Savoury Tea biscuits, with cheese, 3 |
10. | Blueberry Muffins 3 |
11. | Apple Muffins, 3 |
12. | Lemon loaf, no nuts, glazed, 1/2 loaf |
13. | Cranberry banana loaf, no nuts or raisins, 1/2 loaf |
14. | Pound cake, 1/2 loaf. |
COOKIES, SQUARES & CAKES:
Squares approx. 11/2″, BARS approx. 11/2″x1″ rectangular, clean cut and no outside edges.
15. | Lemon squares, 3 |
16. | Sugar cookies, 5 |
17. | Chocolate chip cookies, 3 |
18. | Brownies, not iced, 3, maximum approximately 2" square |
19. | Queen Elizabeth cake, corner piece, maximum approximately 4" square. |
PIES, TARTS & DESSERTS:
Pies in aluminum plates need to be tempered. Ready mixes or canned pie fillings are not permitted.
20. | Apple pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie |
21. | Butter tarts, with raisins, no nuts, 3. |
22. | Blueberry pie, double crust, 1/6 of a piece of pie |
JAMS, JELLIES & PICKLES:
23. | Applesauce To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
24. | Plum jam To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
25. | Rhubarb-pineapple jam To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
26. | Marmalade, any variety To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
27. | Crabapple Jelly To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two-piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
28. | Red pepper jelly To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
29. | Icicle pickles To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
30. | Bread and butter pickles To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
31. | Salsa, medium To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
32. | Corn relish To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
33. | Cucumber dill pickles with garlic To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
34. | Beet pickles To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
35. | Mustard relish To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
36. | BBQ Sauce – mild To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
37. | Pickled Spicy Beans Packed in a large mason jar, use whole green beans To be eligible for the Bernardin Home Canner Best of Show Award, entries must be submitted in Mason Jars w/sealed two- piece metal Bernardin SNAP lids. Maximum size 1 pint/500 ml mason jar; minimum size 1/2 pint/250 ml mason jar. |
MISCELLANEOUS:
38. | Maple Syrup – Open to amateurs only |
39. | Fudge, exhibitor’s choice, 4 pieces |
***NEW*** – FAMILY/SIBLING COMPETITION:
40. | Banana chocolate chip muffins, 3, on a plate |
41. | Chocolate chip cookies, 3, on a plate |
APPLE TIME:
42. | Apple Cinnamon Loaf – 1/2 loaf |
43. | Apple Sauce Cake – 1/4 corner of a 9×9 square pan |
OTHERS:
44. | The Worst Flop Any of the above culinary art entries attempted but did not turn out. |
45. | President’s Choice – Lemon Squares, 3, on a plate Judged by Mhairi Rowland, President of the Russell Agricultural Society |
46. | Seniors Only (over 60) – Single serving of your favorite recipe Single serving of your favourite recipe |
47. | Director’s Challenge – Sour Cream Coffee Cake Open to Russell Fair Board Directors – using recipe found in prize listing Use following recipe: |
Sour Cream Coffee Cake (in a bundt pan)
| 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1-1/2 cups sugar (divided) 1/2 cup margarine 2 cups all purpose flour 1 cup sour cream 2 eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla | 1. Preheat over to 350 degrees F, grease bundt pan. 2. In a small bowl combine nuts, cinnamon, 1/2 cup sugar. Set aside 3. In a large bowl, mix 1 cup sugar with margarine until light and fluffy. Add remaining ingredients, beat at low speed until blended, constantly scraping bowl. 4. Spread half of batter in pan, sprinkle with half of nut mixture, repeat layers. 5. Bake 60-65 minutes until cake pulls away from side of pan. Cool in pan on a wire rack and once cool, invert pan onto rack until completely cool and remove from pan. |
CLASS 10A – JUNIOR CULINARY ARTS
COMMITTEE
Eileen Blenkarn 613-445-2601
Ina Henry, Marjorie Dugdale, Doris Schoeni, Pat McLaren, Marjorie Dugdale, Karen Lovenuk
SPECIAL AWARDS
- Most points by 12 & under – $15 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute. To be awarded as $10 to the first place winner and $5 to the second place winner.
- Most points by 18 & under – $30 donated in memory of Mrs. Margaret Burton. To be awarded as $15 to the first place winner – $10 to the second place winner. – $5 to the third place winner.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 15, 2023
- Exhibits can be dropped off in the Russell Curling Club, Wednesday, August 16 between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. and/or Thursday, August 17 between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list. Ready mixes and canned pie fillings are not permitted. Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- Place baked goods on white paper plates and wrap well in clear plastic bags.
- Muffins and cupcakes for showing must be presented without liners.
- Change – The curling club will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 20. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
- All other rules as stated in the adult division of the culinary arts class apply.
Culinary Arts – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
Sections:
1. | Dress up a potato, on 9" paper plate, named. Use your imagination |
2. | Creative Krispies – Rice Krispies "object", exhibitor’s choice 1 large or 3 small, to fit on 9" paper plate, to be covered with plastic wrap or in plastic bag |
3. | Healthy after school snack |
4. | Chocolate chip cookies, no nuts, 4, on a plate |
5. | Trail Mix – Your choice of ingredients, in a small, sealed, clear plastic bag |
6. | Fancy decorated cupcake, on a paper plate |
AGES 18 YEARS AND UNDER:
7. | Oatmeal drop cookies, 3, on a paper plate |
8. | Chocolate chip cookies, no nuts, 4, on a paper plate |
9. | Trail mix, your choice of ingredients. Put in a small, sealed, clear plastic bag. |
10. | "A Good School Lunch" – 50% display, 50% nutrition |
11. | Healthy after school snack |
12. | Decorate cupcakes with a sunflower motif , 3 , on a WHITE paper plate |
13. | Energy Balls, 3 on a paper plate |
CLASS 11 – HANDCRAFTS
COMMITTEE
Ina Henry 613 889-7053
Pat Achtereekte, Trudy Corvinelli, Lucy Mulders, Diane Wermenlinger, Eileen Blenkarn, Mary-Anne Schmitz
SPECIAL PRIZES
1. $10 for Grand Champion Cushion, donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. $10 for exhibitor with most points donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
3. $20 for total point winner from Entry Sections 96 to 112, donated by Brenda Toll in memory of Mrs. Ida Magladry.
4. $20 for 1st time exhibitor with most points donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Reserve Grand Champion Cushion
2. Grand Champion Quilt
3. Reserve Grand Champion Quilt
4. Grand Champion Machine Quilt
5. Reserve Grand Champion Machine Quilt
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) Entries can be made at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 13, 2024.
c) All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Russell Curling Club. The curling club will open Wednesday, Aug.14 from 6:30 to 8:p.m & Thursday, Aug. 15 from 8:00 to 9:am for dropping off tagged exhibits. Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor.
d) No admission to the curling club while judging is in progress.
e) The same article can be exhibited for two years only. Articles must be clean if entered for the second year or new.
f) Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
g) Change – The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 18. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
h) In lieu of entry fee exhibitors will have 10% deducted from their winnings over $10.
Handcrafts
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
MISCELLANEOUS:
1. | Hand embroidered picture or article May be cross stitched, made with embroidery thread only |
2. | Pillow case, handmade, 1 only. Do not include pillow |
3. | Decorated basket, not to exceed 14" wide |
4. | Decorative cushion, square or round, not to exceed 24" |
5. | Tea cozy, handle and spout opening not necessary |
6. | Decorative doorknob decoration |
7. | Gift display in coffee mug and covered in clear cellophane |
8. | Handmade greeting card, any size, with envelope |
9. | Soft toy, all handmade and child safe |
10. | Wreath made from any medium, not to exceed 24" |
11. | Decorative painting, any medium, any surface |
12. | Folk art on wood |
13. | Artificial flower centrepiece, viewed from all sides, 20" or less. Container also judged Container also judged |
14. | Small item of stained glass |
15. | Handmade doll, any medium used, decorative |
16. | Unfinished Item – tell us what it was to be |
17. | Decorated gift box, not wrapped |
18. | Decorate a purchased straw hat |
19. | Something useful out of something useless. Tell us what it was and what it is now |
20. | Ceramic item |
21. | Create a shadow box display, glass enclosed. |
22. | One item of handmade jewellery, not sewn, knitted or crocheted |
23. | ** NEW ** – Set of 4 Coasters |
24. | Decorative table runner – NOT QUILTED |
25. | Two sewn placemats – NOT QUILTED |
SEWING:
26. | Tote bag |
27. | Sewn jacket, any size |
28. | Dressed doll or animal Clothes only will be judged, must be handmade clothes |
29. | Hat, sewn, any medium |
30. | Sewn table runner, at least 36" long |
31. | Sleepwear |
32. | An article of clothing made from fleece |
33. | Child’s dress with sleeves (under size 12) |
34. | Child’s jumper |
35. | Child’s one piece romper – any length |
36. | Novelty bazaar item. Not to exceed $5 in supplies |
37. | Vest, any size, any material |
38. | Apron with bib |
39. | Half apron with two pockets |
40. | Casserole Carrier |
41. | Microwave Soup Bowl Holder |
42. | Sew an item using a vintage pattern – include the pattern. |
43. | ** NEW ** – Sewn cosmetic bag |
44. | ** NEW ** – Item incorporating leather |
45. | ** NEW ** – 2 handmade baby bibs of 2 different styles |
46. | Afghan, any size |
47. | Two dishcloths |
48. | Child’s pullover, up to size 14, lightweight yarn |
49. | Child’s cardigan, up to size 14, any weight yarn |
50. | Knitted hat |
51. | Toque with earflaps (Aviator’s Hat) made with any weight yarn |
52. | Baby Car Seat Blanket, Max 17" x 19" |
53. | Infinity scarf |
54. | A pair of mitts in adult size made with any weight yarn |
55. | Adult slippers, one pair |
56. | Children’s slippers, one pair |
57. | Socks, one pair, lightweight yarn |
58. | Baby blanket, no fringe, maximum size 36" x 36" |
59. | Any doll with knitted clothes – only clothes to be judged |
60. | Fingerless gloves, knit up to knuckles |
61. | Knitted oven mitts made with cotton yarn – double knitted |
62. | Wrist warmers, to include a knitted thumb |
63. | ** NEW ** – Knitted pin cushion |
CROCHET:
64. | Doily, less than 12", mounted |
65. | Doily, over 12", mounted |
66. | Baby sweater |
67. | Afghan, any size |
68. | Small crocheted article, name it |
69. | Adult Crocheted Hat |
70. | Baby afghan, no fringe, maximum 36" x 36" |
71. | Child’s hat |
72. | Two dishcloths |
WOOD WORKING:
73. | Bird Feeder |
74. | Candlestick |
75. | Cutting Board |
76. | Wooden Napkin Holder |
77. | ** NEW ** – Barn Quilt – not to exceed 24" x 24" |
HOME ACCESSORIES:
78. | Door stopper, any medium |
79. | Create a garden or patio craft, any medium |
80. | Kitchen trivet, any medium |
81. | Welcome Sign, any medium, max size 40" |
82. | Labelled Plant Markers, any medium, 3 |
83. | Item created from Barn Board, not to exceed 24" |
84. | Pin Cushion – NOT KNITTED |
85. | String Art – max 36" |
86. | Stone Painting |
87. | Painted Wooden Spoon |
88. | Painted Wooden Hangar |
89. | Thrift Store Makeover – Take a picture of what it was before. |
90. | ** NEW ** – Outdoor craft made with clay pots |
3R’S – RECYCLE, REUSE, REPURPOSE:
91. | ** NEW ** – Reusable shopping bag |
92. | ** NEW ** – Item of choice using recycled clothing (include what it used to be) |
93. | ** NEW ** – Something made of old china |
94. | ** NEW ** – Something made with an old picture frame |
PLACE SETTING CONTEST:
95. | ** NEW ** – Place Setting – Celebrating Grandma’s 80th Birthday. To include card, table covering & place setting for Grandma. Table space will be provded for max size 24" x 30".
Sponsor: RUSSELL VILLAGE WOMENS INSTITUTE | |||||||||
CHRISTMAS CORNER:
96. | Two handmade Christmas placemats. No napkins. |
97. | Christmas lapel pin, any medium |
98. | Christmas tree top decoration, any medium |
99. | Decorative Christmas wreath, any medium |
100. | Decorative Christmas tree skirt |
101. | Fabric Christmas bag, hand decorated, any size |
102. | Handmade Santa, any medium |
103. | Decorative Christmas stocking |
104. | Tree ornament, any medium |
105. | Handmade snowman, any medium, maximum 12" x 12" |
ART::
Artwork only to be judged
106. | Oil painting, framed |
107. | Water colour, framed. |
108. | Painting in acrylic, framed. |
109. | Pencil sketch, framed. |
PHOTOS:
All entries must be securely mounted, captioned and taken by the exhibitor. Amateurs only please!
110. | Wildlife, no insects |
111. | A special event |
112. | Autumn scene |
113. | A farm scene |
114. | Black and white |
115. | A sunset |
116. | Sports |
117. | Photo of a beautiful door or window |
118. | A photo collection of "all things red" (4 to 8 photos) mounted on Bristol board |
119. | A photo collection of "old things" (4 to 8 photos) mounted on Bristol board |
SENIORS 65 AND OVER:
120. | Christmas corsage, any medium |
121. | A novelty item, name it |
122. | A Christmas decoration, any medium |
123. | Decorate a box, any medium |
124. | A decorative Christmas bag |
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
One entry per exhibitor. Judged on workmanship and neatness. All entries become property of the Russell Agriculture Society and will be donated to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $15.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
125. | Newborn baby knitted or crocheted hats with a hat rim of 1.5 inches – not made with wool All entries become property of the Russell Agriculture Society and will be donated to the Winchester District Memorial Hospital. |
126. | Quilted baby quilt – approx 24" x 24", with flannelette backing |
127. | Fidget Blanket, to fit a Senior’s lap |
128. | Cushion in the form of a Heart for Breast Cancer patients |
ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP QUILT COMPETITION
ELIGIBILITY, RULES AND REGULATIONS
All Quilts must be a minimum of 324″ measured on the perimeter to be eligible to proceed to the next level of OAAS competition. Please adhere to overall measurement requirements measuring quilts at both ends. Ensure no pencil, marker, eraser marks are left on quilts and quilts are odor free and clean. All quilts are to have the stitching through all layers showing on the front and back. Every quilt must have samples of material attached (sma) for a maximum of 3 different fabrics used in the quilt.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
a) Entries must be solely made and hand/machine quilted by the exhibitor and exhibited and judged at a local Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies’ (OAAS) Fair to be eligible for this competition.
b) Entry quilts must be a minimum of 324” measured on the perimeter (smaller quilts will not be eligible to proceed to the next levels of competition).
c) Judging will occur at local fairs and district levels. A Provincial Grand Champion Quilt will be selected at the Annual Convention of the OAAS.
d) Upon making an entry into the OAAS Quilt Competition, the exhibitor agrees to participate in any promotional activities related to the competition.
e) The winning OAAS Quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future district and/or OAAS convention competitions.
f) The winner’s name is to be displayed at the Fair on a sign provided by the OAAS.
g) Machine quilted quilts must not be quilted using a long arm machine and must be machine quilted by the exhibitor, not a professional.
LOCAL FAIR COMPETITIONS
a) Each local fair is entitled to send only two Grand Champion Quilts, one judged the best of show of all hand quilted classes and one judged best of show of the machine quilted classes, to the district competition. In the event either of these entries wins Grand Champion or Best of All Classes at more than one Fair, the other Fairs at which these quilts were entered and won, should enter their Reserve Champion or Second Best of Show of All Classes quilts in the district competition.
NOTE: If an exhibitor wins Grand Champion or Best Of Show of either all hand quilted classes or machine quilted classes at other than his/her own Fair, or at more than one Fair, the exhibitor must consider the agricultural society nearest his/her home address as the one from which the quilt will be sent to the district meeting.
b) An exhibitor who wins more than one Best of Show title with a different quilt at different Fairs shall be entitled to enter each winning quilt to compete at the district competition.
c) Local homecraft divisions are requested to judge a Grand Champion or Best of Show of All Classes as well as Reserve Grand Champion or Second Best of Show of All Classes. The Grand Champion and the Reserve Grand Champion are judged from all first and second prize quilts.
DISTRICT COMPETITIONS
a) Judging quilts at the district competition will be the responsibility of each OAAS district.
b) The first place winning hand quilted quilts and machine quilted quilts from the district competitions are eligible to enter the OAAS. Championship Quilt Competition at their annual convention. In cases where the winner of the district first prize quilt decides not to enter the final championship competition, the second prize quilt winner at the district competition will be eligible.
c) The OAAS will award a ribbon and each district will award prize money of $25 for first place, $15 for second and $10 for third place to exhibitors of winning hand/machine quilted quilts at each district competition.
d) District results must be registered on the OAAS Championship Quilt Entry Form, returned to the OAAS Manager, Vince Brennan, 1911 Foxboro-Stirling Road, Stirling, ON K0K 3E0, by December 1.
O.A.A.S. CHAMPIONSHIP QUILT COMPETITION
The hand and machine quilted entries judged Best of Show at the February convention will each be declared the OAAS Championship Quilts. A $500.00 grand prize will be awarded to each and the exhibitors will retain ownership of the quilts. A certificate and ribbon will also be awarded to the winners.
For further information and to obtain a copy of “Judging Standards for Food, Clothing, Quilts and Handcrafts” please contact visit the OAAS website or contact : Vince Brennan, Manager Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies email: oaasofficemanager@gmail.com
QUILTS – Section 129 & 130:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25 Gift card | $15 Gift card | $10 Gift card |
129. | SPECIAL QUILTED – Dresden Plate Cushion – Pattern MUST come from Quilter’s Barn and Gifts – Beth Ruiter Sponsor: QUILTERS BARN AND GIFTS |
130. | SPECIAL QUILTED – "Scrap Buster" – Lap Quilt not larger than 50" x 70" using strip quilting method. Sponsor: QUILTERS BARN AND GIFTS |
HAND QUILTED:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
131. | Wall hanging – Must have sleeve on back |
132. | Quilt, appliquéd, any bed size |
133. | Quilt, pieced, any bed size |
134. | Lap quilt, maximum perimeter 260" |
135. | Crib quilt, pieced top |
136. | Crib quilt, pre-printed top |
137. | Quilted table topper, any size or shape |
138. | Miniature quilt |
139. | Bed runner |
MACHINE QUILTED:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $25.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
140. | Quilt, pieced – Can be quilted by long arm and/or can be quilted by a professional. Total perimeter must exceed 192". |
141. | Quilt, appliqued, any bed size |
142. | Wall hanging – must have a sleeve on the back |
143. | Lap quilt, maximum perimeter 260" |
144. | Lap quilt, memory using old T-shirts |
145. | Crib quilt, pieced top |
146. | Crib quilt, pre-printed top |
147. | Quilted table runner, any size or shape |
148. | Miniature quilt |
149. | Bed runner |
QUILT BLOCK:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $10.00 | $8.00 | $6.00 |
150. | Quilt block, named, mounted as instructed Items 150 -152 are to be mounted by tacking the 2 corners of the item only to allow viewing of the BACK of the piece. |
151. | Quilt block, own original design, mounted as instructed Items 150-152 are to be mounted by tacking the 2 corners of the item only to allow viewing of the BACK of the piece. |
152. | Finished quilt block, hand or machine quilted, mounted as instucted Items 150-152 are to be mounted by tacking the 2 corners of the item only to allow viewing of the BACK of the piece. |
OTHER QUILTED ITEMS:
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $20.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 |
153. | Cushion, pieced and/or appliqued, hand quilted |
154. | Cushion, pieced and/or appliquéd, machine quilted |
155. | Quilted mug rug, max size 8" x 12" |
156. | Two (2) Quilted placemats |
157. | Two (2) Quilted Pot Holders |
158. | Quilted Cosmetic Bag |
159. | Quilted Welcome Banner, must have sleeve on back or some kind of way of hanging on wall |
160. | Quilt top ready for quilting, minimum perimter 280" |
161. | Quilted travel bag |
162. | Quilted tote bag |
163. | English paper pieced item, 20" x 20" max, judged for paper piecing only |
164. | Bench pillow, approx. 16" x 38", include the pillow, must have some applique and some quilting |
CLASS 11A- JUNIOR HANDCRAFTS
COMMITTEE
Ina Henry 613-445-2065
Karen Lovenuk, Diane Wermenlinger, Mary-Anne Schmitz, Pat Achtereekte, Trudy Corvinelli, Lucy Mulders
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points overall – $10 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute
2. Second most points overall -$5 donated by the Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b) Junior Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society. The membership is free! Please register all exhibits at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, AUGUST 13, 2024.
c) Entry Tags must be affixed to each exhibit item prior to dropping off exhibit.
d) Exhibits can be dropped off in the upstairs arena exhibit hall Wednesday, August 14 between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. and/or Thursday, August 15 between 8:00 and 9:00 a.m.
e) No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
e) Change – The Exhibit area will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 18. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
f) All other rules as stated in the adult division of the handcrafts class apply.
Handcrafts – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 |
AGE 5 and Under at Fair Dates:
1. | Handmade Necklace made from Pasta |
2. | Coloured Picture from a colouring book |
3. | Folk Art, create a picture using paint and a fork |
4. | Foot Creature, trace and cut out your foot print, decorate as a creature You can use more than one foot cut out. |
5. | Decorate a Pet Rock |
6. | Decorate a Shoebox. |
7. | Face mask made out of a paper plate |
8. | Paint a tree trunk on cardstock (someone older than you can help with this part) and then add fingerprint "leaves". |
AGES 6-9 (on Fair Dates):
9. | Colored drawing of a favorite sport – Can be done on Bristol board (8 1/2" x 11") |
10. | Create snowman using mini marshmallows on coloured Bristol board (8 1/2" x 11") |
11. | Create a Pasta Noodle Flower Incorporate pasta noodles, create a picture of a flower(s) on a standard size of construction paper |
12. | Create a Christmas card, maximum size 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" |
13. | Article made from a 2-litre plastic pop bottle. Exhibit must not contain liquids |
14. | Ink pad thumb stamping |
15. | Decorate a clay pot |
16. | Using a plastic lid as a mold, pour white glue in the lid and add flowers and other natural elements. Once dried, remove lid and add a string to create an ornament. |
17. | Create a gift for your teacher |
18. | Toilet Paper Roll Snake Use 5-6 empty toilet paper rolls,attach them together and create a snake! Get creative and decorate! |
19. | Decorate a new T-shirt, any medium |
20. | Create a pet rock(s), named, on a 6" paper plate |
21. | Something useful out of something useless |
22. | Create Wind Chimes using any material |
23. | Using a cardboard tube and paper plate, create a mushroom, decorate as you please. |
AGES 9-12 (on Fair Dates) Also open to ages 6 to 8:
24. | Make a cardboard box castle and decorate it |
25. | Button Art using any medium |
26. | A Christmas plastic ball – hand painted and ready to hang |
27. | Create an item using origami. |
28. | Create a person out of nuts, botls, screws, etc, no larger than 8 inches |
29. | Sketched original character, drawn freehand, MOUNTED – 2" BORDER No tracing, no colour |
30. | Dress stuffed toy animal in Hallowe’en costume, max 18" long/tall |
31. | Dress a stuffed toy animal in your favourite sports uniform, max 18" long/tall |
32. | Decorate a pencil container out of a recycled item. |
33. | Create Wind Chimes using any material. |
34. | A coloured sketch, any theme |
35. | Create a novelty item, any medium |
36. | Create a greeting card using any technique |
37. | An item made from multiple pine cones, decorated |
38. | Decorate a flip-flop sandal. Only one required |
39. | Construct your own spaceship, any medium, NO LEGO |
40. | Sketch a split picture, any item, mounted |
41. | Dryer Lint Monster Display on a white paper plate and decorate. |
42. | Create a hedgehog using seeds, beans, or grains on a 1/4 piece of Bristol board; accessories accepted |
43. | Photo of your favourite pet, captioned and mounted. Photo must be taken by exhibitor |
44. | Create a key chain, any medium. |
45. | Create inukshuk with stones, rocks, pebbles, glued together. Not to exceed 12" x 12" |
Ages 13-18 (on Fair dates) : Also open to ages 6-12:
46. | Decorate a ready made Bird House | |||||||||
47. | Create your own Christmas stocking using any fabric or medium | |||||||||
48. | Decorate a picture frame; frame can be any base | |||||||||
49. | Create a person out of nuts, bolts, screws, etc no larger than 8 inches. | |||||||||
50. | Create a hedgehog using seeds, beans, or grains on a 1/4 piece of Bristol board; accessories accepted | |||||||||
51. | Decorate your own clay flower pot | |||||||||
52. | Make and decorate a picnic table out of popsicle sticks. | |||||||||
53. | Create a Christmas article, pine cone(s) must be included | |||||||||
54. | Design a "Family Coat of Arms" on a 8.5"x11 paper | |||||||||
55. | Something useful out of something useless Tell us what it was and what it is now | |||||||||
56. | Create a 5 Paper Flower Bouquet in a glass or plastic vase | |||||||||
57. | Draw a tattoo design, mounted | |||||||||
58. | Create Wind Chimes using any material | |||||||||
59. | Make a beaded item of jewelry | |||||||||
60. | Handmade candle, any medium | |||||||||
61. | Decorate a shoe box, no contents | |||||||||
62. | Create a nature scene inside a shoe box. | |||||||||
63. | Create a drawing using pastels. | |||||||||
64. | Create a watercolour picture on watercolour paper only. Can be mounted | |||||||||
65. | Make a split picture, any item, mounted | |||||||||
66. | Handmade cushion, any size | |||||||||
67. | Paper craft art, any article made by you. Example: quilling, origami, kirigama | |||||||||
68. | Create a key chain, any medium | |||||||||
69. | Create inukshuk with stones, rocks, pebbles glued together Not to exceed 12" x 12" | |||||||||
70. | Design your colouring page | |||||||||
71. | Using a colorful page from a magazine, make small folds and cuts to create a colorful butterfly. Add string to hang | |||||||||
72. | Sewing – pyjama bottoms, long pant | |||||||||
73. | Sewing – table runner – maximum 36"long | |||||||||
74. | A plastic Christmas Ball, hand painted and ready to hang | |||||||||
75. | PILLOWCASE CHALLENGE – Using Magic Pillowcase Pattern, create a pillowcase. Using 3 fabrics; focus accent and cuff pattern available at Quilters Barn & Gifts in Russell (free)
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YOUTH PHOTO COMPETITION – 5" x 7" photos:
Open to all ages
76. | Wildlife, no insects |
77. | Winter Scene |
78. | Summer Activity |
79. | A Farm Scene |
80. | Fair Time |
81. | Camping |
82. | Sports |
CLASS 11B – PERSONS WITH DISABILITES
This category is open to any individual who is physically or developmentally challenged.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entry forms and entry tags are available on our website Russell Fair or from the Fair Board Office, contact Karen Lovenuk to arrange pick up 613-445-3371.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 15, 2023
- All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Russell Curling Club. The hall will open Wednesday, August. 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 m and Thursday, August 17 from 8:00 to 9:am for dropping off tagged exhibits. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- Change – The curling club will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 20. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
CLASS 11C – OAAS POSTER
Create a hand drawn poster to promote your fair. Name and date of Russell Fair must be clearly shown on the poster
RULES
***The Name of the Fair, “District 1”, contact person, owner of poster, and complete mailing address must be clearly labelled on the back of the poster. PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE ENTRY SECTION (Junior, Senior or Intermediate)***
a) Poster must be hand drawn and be the work of the exhibitor. Only one entry per exhibitor.
b) Poster Size – minimum 22 cm X 28 cm without a border to a maximum of 28 cm x 44 cm without a border.
c) Entry must be mounted on card stock or Bristol board showing a 5.5 cm border on all four sides.
d) The same article can only be exhibited for two years.
e) All exhibits must be tagged, numbered and in the Russell Curling Club before 9:a.m August 16th. Please use staples or safety pins to attach entry tags (do not use straight pins).
f) The Curling Club will be open August 16, between 6:pm-8:p.m, and August 17, between 8:am- 9: a.m. for dropping off exhibits.
g) Judging will begin Thursday, August 17 at 9:00 a.m. sharp
h) Change – The curling club will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 20. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
Judging Standards:
1. Overall appearance – 50 points 2. Hand drawn – 35 points 3. OAAS criteria (size, material & theme) – 15 points
First place winners will have their poster taken to the OAAS district fall meeting. District winners are eligible to enter the OAAS provincial competition in February 2024 where prize money will be awarded to the winners.
OAAS Youth Poster Competition
Sponsor: RUSSELL DISTRICT WOMEN’S INSTITUTE
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $20.00 | $15.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 |
Sections:
1. | OAAS Youth Poster Competition – Up to and including Grade 4 |
2. | OAAS Youth Poster Competition – Grade 5 to Grade 8 inclusive |
3. | OAAS Youth Poster Competition – Grade 9 to Grade 12 inclusive |
CLASS 11B – PERSONS WITH DISABILITES
This category is open to any individual who is physically or developmentally challenged.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Entry forms and entry tags are available on our website Russell Fair or from the Fair Board Office, contact Karen Lovenuk to arrange pick up 613-445-3371.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 15th, 2023
- All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Russell Curling Club. The hall will open Wednesday, August. 16 from 6:30 to 8:00 m and Thursday, August 17 from 8:00 to 9:00am for dropping off tagged exhibits. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.
- Exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and shall contain the quantity as stated in the entry list.
- Only one entry per exhibitor allowed in each numbered category.
- Change – The curling club will be closed at 3:00 pm in order to assemble the exhibits. Exhibits can be picked up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 20. The Committee will not be responsible for any exhibits not picked up during this time.
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Sections:
1. | Article made with Lego |
2. | Picture painted or colored (displayed on Bristol Board) must be drawn by exhibitor |
3. | Decorate a Pet Rock |
4. | Foot Creature, trace & cut out your foot print, decorate as a creature. You can use more than one foot cut out |
5. | Create inukshuk with stones, rocks, pebbles, glued together. Not to exceed 12″ x 12″ |
6. | Decorate your on clay flower pot. |
7. | Animal craft using egg cartons |
CLASS 12 – FLOWERS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613 445-3371, Jamie Bogden 343-998-8517
SPECIAL AWARDS
$20.00 to the exhibitor with the most points, donated by Beyond the House.
$20.00 for new exhibitor with most points, donated by The Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
a) General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply. Exhibitors must be members.
b) Entries can be made at www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair and will be accepted until Tuesday, August 15, 2023. Exhibitor Tags are available at the Russell Fair Office, please see website for office hours or email info@russellagriculturalsociety.com.
c) All exhibits must be tagged and numbered before coming into the Russell Curling Club. The Curling Club will be open Wednesday, August 16 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday August 17 from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. for dropping off tagged exhibits.
d) The Curling Club will be closed 9:30-1:00 pm Thursday for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress.Judging will follow the Ontario Judging Standards Publication 34.
e) Entries are to be removed Sunday August 20 between 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
f) Plants and flowers must be grown by exhibitor unless otherwise stipulated.
g) In lieu of entry fees, exhibitors will have an extra 10% deducted from their winnings over $10.
Notes to Exhibitors:
Please use clear glass containers for specimens of annuals and perennials and the specials, as this helps the judge to examine entries without lifting the plant material.
Please take a few moments to groom your entry of damaged flowers, leaves and spent blooms.
To stabilize specimens, cedar sprigs may be used in the container. The exact number of specimens called for must be shown. Only self-foliage is permitted to be attached or cedar sprigs to stabilize a specimen. Name the cultivar when possible. Remove leaves below the water line in specimens.
Flowers
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $6.00 | $5.00 | $4.00 |
ANNUALS:
1. | Asters, 3 blooms, 1 cultivar |
2. | Bachelor buttons, 5 blooms |
3. | Calendulas, 3 blooms, 1 cultivar |
4. | Cosmos, any colour, 3 sprays |
5. | Dahlias, decorative type, 3 blooms, 1 cultivar |
6. | Marigolds, 7 cm or over, 3 blooms |
7. | Marigolds, under 7 cm, 5 blooms |
8. | Nasturtiums, 5 blooms, own foliage |
9. | Petunias, 3 sprays |
10. | Salvia, 3 spikes |
11. | Snapdragons, 3 spikes |
12. | Sunflowers, 3 stems |
13. | Sweet peas, mixed colours, 3 stems |
14. | Zinnias, 5 blooms |
PERENNIALS:
15. | Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), hairy, rough leaves and stems, 5 blooms $20.00 additional Prize money donated by the Russell & District Horticultural Society |
16. | Coneflower (Echinacea), 3 stems, any other colour |
17. | Blanket Flower (Gaillardia), 3 stems |
18. | Rose, 1 spray |
19. | Rose, hybrid tea, 1 stem, any other colour |
20. | Rose, any other cultivar, named, 1 stem |
21. | Any other perennial not mentioned above, 1 stem, named |
POTTED PLANTS:
Remember, you don’t have to have a garden to enter your potted plants! Potted plants should be exhibited in the containers they are grown in; no decorative cover pots, please. Plants should be grown by exhibitor for at least 3 months.
22. | African violet |
23. | Begonia, Rex (grown for their decorative patterned leaves) |
24. | Cactus or Succulent, named |
25. | Dish garden |
26. | Ivy |
27. | House Plant in bloom, named |
SPECIALS:
28. | Amaranthus, 1 stem |
29. | Begonia, tuberous, 1 stem Only the large male bloom should be exhibited without the two smaller female blooms on each side. |
30. | Celosia, 1 stem |
31. | Coleus, 1 stem |
32. | Collection of 3 or more cultivars of any one type of flower |
33. | Dahlia, 1 bloom over 12 cm |
34. | Flowering vine, in bloom, minimum length 40cm outside the vase, named |
35. | Gladiolus, 1 spike A good specimen gladiolus has a straight stem and 1/3 open florets, 1/3 buds showing colour and 1/3 buds not showing col |
36. | Coral Bell (Heuchera) leaves, 3 |
37. | Vase of a collection of 5 Hosta leaves |
38. | Largest flower, excluding sunflower |
39. | Most fragrant flower |
40. | Vase of annual or biennial flowers, 2 of each, minimum of three varieties, named |
41. | Vase of hydrangeas, 3 stems of any cultivar |
42. | Vase of ornamental grasses |
ARRANGEMENTS:
Flowers may be purchased and need NOT be grown by exhibitor
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| $10.00 | $9.00 | $8.00 |
43. | Golden Sunshine A front-facing arrangement using mostly yellow flowers |
44. | Small Stuff A miniature design with maximum dimensions of 5" (12.7cm) in any direction |
45. | Sassy Succulents An arrangement using mostly succulents, surrounded by a frame |
46. | Large and Lovely A large arrangement |
47. | Splish Splash A water viewing arrangement, a line design in a shallow container (s) with 1/2-2/3 showing water |
48. | Woodn’t You! An arrangement incorporating wood |
49. | Yum Yum An arrangement incorporating fruits, vegetables, flowers, seeds and leaves in a basket with a handle. |
CLASS 12A – JUNIOR FLOWERS
COMMITTEE
Karen Lovenuk 613 445-3371, Jamie Bogden 343-998-5096
SPECIAL AWARDS
1. Most points by Junior 6 to 8 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
2. Most points by Junior 9 to 12 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
3. Most points by Junior 13 to 18 years – $5 donated by Russell Village Women’s Institute.
RULES
a. General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
b. Junior Exhibitors must be members of the Russell Agricultural Society. The membership is free! All exhibitors are to register online www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair. Deadlines for Entries that are inputted on AssistExpo is Tuesday, August 15, 2023.
c. Entry Tags must be affixed to each exhibit item prior to dropping off exhibit.
d, Entries may be placed in the Russell Curling Club on Wednesday August 16 between 6:00 pm-8:00 pm or Thursday August 17 between 8:00 am – 9:30 am.
e. The Curling Club will be closed 9:30-1:00 pm Thursday for Judging. No admission to the hall while judging is in progress. Judging will follow the Ontario Judging Standards Publication 34.
f. Entries are to be removed between 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Sunday August 20.
h. Where applicable, flowers to be home grown and not bought commercially.
Flowers – Junior Division
| Prizes | |||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th |
| $5.00 | $4.00 | $3.00 | $2.00 |
AGES 6-8:
1. | Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia), 3 stems with greenery in a clear glass container of water. Rudbeckia is the emblem of the Russell & District Horticultural Society |
2. | My Favorite Flower – one stem with greenery in a clear glass container of water. |
3. | Draw and color a Birthday Card – Floral Theme |
AGES 9-12:
4. | Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia), 3 stems shown in a clear glass container of water. Rudbeckia is the emblem of the Russell & District Horticultural Society |
5. | My Favorite Flower- Three stems with greenery in a recycled container |
6. | Make a Collage – Garden Theme |
AGES 13-18:
7. | Using 5 Rudbeckia and greenery, make an arrangement Black-eyed Susans, Rudbeckia is the emblem of the Russell & District Horticultural Society |
8. | My Favorite Flower – An arrangement of 5 stems with greenery in water |
9. | Draw and Color a Birthday Card – Floral Theme |
CLASS 13 – ANTIQUES
COMMITTEE
George & Judy James 613-445-5690
This Class will be manned at all times and is graciously hosted by the Russell Historical Society.
SPECIAL AWARDS
People’s Choice Award: Fair goers will vote for their favorite antiques and the prize money will be awarded accordingly.
NOTE: The aim of this section is to display antique articles from our community and to give a history so people can understand and be proud of their heritage. With each submission please provide, in 25 words or less, a brief history of the item.
RULES
- General rules and regulations of the Russell Agricultural Society apply.
- Three (3) articles per exhibitor are allowed.
- Please register all exhibits at https://www.assistexpo.ca/russellfair by Tuesday, August 15, 2023.
- OR by contacting the Fair Office at 613-445-1742, info@russellagriculturalsociety.com. for Entry forms, tags, & exhibitor number.
- Entries to be placed in the Russell Curling Rink on Wednesday, August 16 between 6:00 and 8:00 pm, or Thursday August 17, between 8:00 and 9:30 am. Entries must be removed on Sunday, August 20, between 4:00 and 5:00 pm.
Section Theme: “Celebrating 125 Years of Russell”
The Police Village of Russell was incorporated on June 23, 1898. Exhibits may be anything over 50 years old from Russell area events, businesses, organizations, farms or homes. Examples are signs, advertising, photos, newspapers or any item found in Russell.
Antiques
| Prizes (10% kept by the fair) | ||||
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | 5th |
| $50.00 | $40.00 | $30.00 | $20.00 | $10.00 |
