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We are sure everyone is excited to see what our 2023 class lists will be for this years fair exhibits. Check them out here!

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THE BOOKS HAVE ARRIVED AND ARE AVALIABLE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS!

Book and Entry Tag locations:

Rodney Post Office: 234 Furnival Rd, Rodney
Marg’s Variety: 240 Furnival Rd, Rodney
Rodney Market: 237 Furnival Rd, Rodney
West Elgin Community Health Centre: 153 Main St, West Lorne
West Lorne Foodland: 170 Main St, West Lorne
West Lorne Pharmacy: 229 Graham Rd, West Lorne
West Lorne Home Hardware: 232 Graham Rd, West Lorne
Dutton Foodland: 210 Currie Rd, Dutton
Highland Pharmacy: 172 Currie Rd, Dutton
Cotrac: 204 Currie Rd, Dutton
Crafts Plus: 174 Currie Rd, Dutton
and more…

Class 1 – Cattle

Superintendent: Alan Carroll – 519-768-2759

Sunday September 15, 2024 | 11am | Infield

Thanks to the following donors for their sponsorship:

Denfield Livestock Exchange – Bob Paterson

Alan Carroll – Judy Macuda – Alan & Lois Woolner

Dixon Feed Service – Waldorf Farms – West Elgin Accounting

Wallenstein Feed & Supply – Elgin Beef Farmers

There will be no registration using AssistExpo.

All cattle to be on grounds and registered by 10:00 am.
Note: the “Everyone Pays” policy applies. Everyone entering the Fair Grounds is required to pay admission.
ANY EXHIBITOR MAY HAVE A DOUBLE ENTRY IN 2 SECTIONS ONLY; SUBSEQUENT CLASSES WILL ONLY BE ALLOWED A SINGLE ENTRY.
At any time a member of the Fair Executives may ask to see your 4-H Membership card.
It is recommended that cattle stay on the Fair Grounds until 4:00pm.
Cattle exhibiting fee: $5.00 entry fee per animal.

4H Inter-County Beef Calf Competition

Prize Sections 1-8: $40; $35, $30

All placings after 3rd receive $5.00

Prize Section 9 – Grand & Reserve Champion – $40; $30 and Rosettes

A. Junior Showmanship Special – Open to all non-4H Members aged 9 and under. May have help from a parent or other adult. No entry fee. Entries to be made prior to special. Each exhibitor to receive $5.00

1. Junior Heifer Calves, born between Jan 1, 2024 and Mar 31, 2024

2. Junior Yearling Heifers born Apr 1, 2023 and Dec 31, 2023

3. Senior Yearling Heifers born Jan 1, 2023 and Mar 31, 2023

4. Market Heifer

5. Market Steer

6. Junior Showmanship – 9-13 years as of Jan 1, 2024

7. Intermediate Showmanship – 14-17 as of Jan 1, 2024

8. Senior Showmanship – 18-21 years as of Jan 1, 2024

9. Grand and Reserve Champion Showman – top 2 entries from Sections 6, 7 & 8

Specials for ANY Youth

Prize Sections: $50; $45, $40; $25 (5th-15th $15)

10. For any individual, 16 years of age or younger (do not need to be a 4H Member and calves do not need to be owned by a showman or their family. May borrow a calf to show). Entries will be judged on 75% showmanship, 25% animal.

Open Breeding Cattle Classes – All breeds welcome

Prizes, Sections 11-18: $50; $45; $40; $35

11. Bull Calf – 2024

12. Bull – Apr 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023

13. Bull – Jan 1, 2023 to Mar 31, 2023

14. Heifer Calf – 2024

15. Female – Apr 1, 2023 to Dec 31, 2023

16. Female – Jan 1, 2023 to Mar 31, 2023

17. Female with calf at foot

18. Herd – both sexes represented

Prizes, Sections 19-20: $50; $40 and Rosette

19. Champion & Reserve Male

20. Champion & Reserve Female

Market Class

Prize Sections 21-23: $50; $45; $40; $35

21. Heavy Steers

22. Light Steers

23. Grade Heifer – any weight

Prize, Section 24: $50, $40 and Rosette

24. Champion & Reserve Market Animal

Class 2A – Field Crop Competition – Corn

Superintendent: Travis Roodzant – 519-719-7921

Minimum size of field – 5 acres

Your attention is directed to the rules and points awarded.

1. General Appearance – 20 pts

2. Weed Control – 20 pts

3. Uniformity of Stand – 15 pts

4. Plant Growth and Vigour – 10 pts

5. Freedom From Disease & Insects – 15 pts

6. Maturity – Uniformity & Size of Cobs – 15 pts

7. Exhibiting Fair – 6 Ears of Corn – 30 pts

Class 2B – Field Crop Competition – Soybeans

Superintendents: Travis Roodzant – 519-719-7921

Minimum size of field – 5 acres

Your attention is directed to the rules and points awarded.

1. General Appearance – 20 pts

2. Plant Growth – 20 pts

3. Freedom From Disease and Insect Injury – 20 pts

4. Uniformity of Pods and Size – 20 pts

5. Weed Control – 30 pts

6. Exhibiting Fair – 6 Stalks – Specials – 40 pts

Class 3 – Grain and Seed

Superintendent: Laura Smith – fordlaura1@gmail.com

Thanks to all of our sponsors for their contribution to the Fair!

All entries must be tagged and in the hall by 9:00 pm on Thursday September 12, 2024

Crop/grain must be from the current year (unless specified below).

Prizes, Sections 1-7: 1st – $30, 2nd – $25, 3rd – $15, 4th – $10

1. One quart of winter wheat in a glass jar, named

2. One quart of soybeans in a glass jar, named (can be 2023 crop)

3. One quart of corn in a glass jar, named (can be 2023 crop)

4. Six ears of corn, named

5. Six stalks of silage corn, named

6. Six stalks soybeans, named

7. Combined entry of 5 ears of corn and 5 stalks of soybeans

Prizes, Sections 8-10: 1st – $25, 2nd – $20, 3rd – $15, 4th – $10

SPECIALS FOR ENTRANTS UNDER AGE OF 16

8. Six stalks of soybeans

9. Six ears of corn

10. One quart of grain, mix of corn, soybeans, and wheat, in glass jar decorated to the Wild, Wild West Elgin Fair Theme (can be 2023 crop)

Class 4 – Fruits and Vegetables

Superintendent: Lynda Ford – 519-785-0559

All entries must be tagged and in the hall by 9:00 pm on September 12, 2024.

Only one entry per section. All produce must be grown locally.

Tips: Tomatoes should have the calyx left on.

Small vegetables to be shown on a disposable plate.

Vegetables should be uniform in size and shape.

Root crop tops trimmed to ½” above the crown.

Potatoes brushed clean, not washed. Onions cleaned, not peeled.

Prizes | Sections 1-32: 1st – $5, 2nd – $4, 3rd – $3

Plate of 3 apples
Plate of 3 pears
Plate of 3 bunches of grapes – red or green
Plums – one quart
Raspberries – 1 pint
Muskmelons – 2
Watermelon – single
Beans – 5 green
Beans – 5 yellow
Beets – 3 table
Carrots – 5
Parsnips – 3
Cucumbers, slicing – 3
Onions, Spanish – 3
Onions, any other variety – 5
Peppers, sweet – 3
Peppers, jalapeno – 5
Potatoes – 5 (variety named)
Tomatoes, any table variety – 3
Tomatoes, cherry – minimum 6 stem on
Pumpkins – 2 pie pumpkins
Squash, pepper – 2
Squash, butternut – 2
Squash, Hubbard – 2
Squash, oddest shape
Cabbage, green – 1
Cabbage, red – 1
Sunflower – largest head
Garlic, any variety – 3 bulbs
Ornamental Corn, 3 husked back and tied for hanging
Largest and smallest vegetable from my garden (same type)
Collection of 3 or more potted herbs, any container suitable for a deck or patio

Decorative basket or other container using fruits and vegetables to depict the Fair theme. Not to exceed 40 cm. in any direction.

1st Prize: $20 donated by Norma and the late Duncan McPhail

“Bee Special” a special to feature fruit and vegetables that need pollinators. May include honey and flowers. Arrangement should not exceed 40 cm in any direction.

1st Prize: $20 donated by Wiehle Honey

A basket of fruit and vegetables ready to take to a friend.

1st Prize: $20 donated by the Superintendent of this Class

Special – The person with the most points in sections 1-32 will win a $50 gift certificate from Ace Country and Garden, Glencoe.

Class 5 – Art

Superintendent: Dan Balint 226-688-7839

Rules:

Art work must be an original exhibit for this Fair.
Only one entry per person in each section.
All paintings can be entered on framed canvas or regular frames without glass, and mounted with exhibitor tags attached.
Please cover the artist’s name.
No prize will be given if work is not worthy of a prize in a section.
No paint by numbers or prints.

Prizes: Section 1-20 | 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

Oil or Acrylics

1. Miniature painting – any topic

2. Landscape

3. Waterscape

4. Abstract

5. Portrait

6. Still life

7. Animals

Water Colours

8. Miniature painting – any topic

9. Landscape

10. Waterscape

11. Portrait

12. Still Life

13. Animals

Pencil or Charcoal

14. Still Life

15. Wildlife

16. Portrait

Miscellaneous

17. Collage, all mediums accepted

18. Open Class, any media any type

19. Fair Theme “Wild Wild West Elgin” any medium

20. Cowboy hat and boots – any medium

Special Prize: $25 to the exhibitor that accumulates the most points in Sections 1 – 20. Prize generously donated by John and Gloria Zsoldos

Rules for West Elgin Secondary School Students only:

Artwork on paper or framed canvas or frames WITHOUT glass
No fee for WESS sections
Please attach the exhibitors tag and cover the artist’s name

Prizes: Section 21-33 | 1st: $8, 2nd: $6, 3rd: $4

21. Still life drawing of 4 objects (black & white)

22. 1st person perspective scene (colour or black & white)

23. Historical proportion/human figure through time (colour or black & white)

24. Watercolour paintings

25. Symbolism, any medium

26. Matisse-inspired paper cut-outs

27. Collage

28. Multi-colour linocut prints

29. Surrealism oil paintings

30. Abstract expressionism (acrylic paint on board)

31. Painted mural (please take a photo of the mural to display)

32. Open Category – any medium or combination

33. Colour Drawing – any topic

Special Prize: $25 to the student that accumulates the most points in sections 21-33.

Prize generously donated by John and Gloria Zsoldos

Class 6 – Creative Crafts

Superintendent: Kate Ireland – 226-456-1816

Sandra VanBreda, Trina Jensen

All entries must be in the hall by Thursday, September 12th 2024 at 9pm
Exhibitors may not have more than one entry per section. Only quilt work may be entered in alternate years.
Judges will not allow any work that is soiled, defaced, or reused from previous Fair exhibitions. Homemade entries must be clean and up to date.
In sections where there is no competition, unless the exhibit is worthy, no prize will be awarded.
While every reasonable precaution will be taken to ensure the safety of articles submitted for judging, the exhibitors will assume all risks, and the Rodney Aldborough Fair is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen goods.

OAAS Quilt Competition

The Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) has two Champion Quilt Competitions; Quilted Quilts and Machine Quilted Quilt/Wall Hanging
All quilts must be at least 324” in order to be eligible to proceed to the next level of OAAS Competition
Only first place quilts from the local Fairs will be eligible for competition at the district level
To enter this competition, the Grand Champion Quilt must first compete in the District Quilt Competition in November. The first prize quilt is then entered in the OAAS Annual Convention, held in Toronto in February of the following year
The exhibitor will retain ownership of the quilt at all levels of competition
The hand-quilted quilt must be solely made and hand-quilted by an individual
Please attach samples to every entry and include the name of the pattern
Machine quilted articles must be solely made and machine quilted on a short-arm machine, as per OAAS regulations
The use of domestic, mid-arm and/or long-arm equipment is permitted on hand- or computer-guided machine quilt entries
The quilting must be through all three layers (top, batting, and back) and must not be mounted on a frame
The quilt may have a sleeve attached to the back for the purposes of hanging the quilt

Helpful Hints:

Attention should be given to the general appearance and design
Keep the backing smooth and free of wrinkles
A quilt or quilted article must have 3 layers: a front, a filling, and a back
Keep stitches uniform and evenly spaced on both the front and back
No pencil or stencil markings should be visible
All points and corners should be mitered or rounded
Please place tag in right hand corner
If you do not want to leave your double-size + quilt entered into the Regional Competition, please state this clearly on the entry tag

Quilting and Blankets

Sections 1-8 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Quilt, embroidered, pieced or hand-appliqued, hand quilted
Ontario Agricultural Annual Champion Hand Quilt Competition

Grand Champion from Section 1 is eligible

Machine quilt, cotton pieced, quilted by exhibitor
Machine quilt, pieced, quilted by exhibitor
Machine quilt, appliqued, quilted by exhibitor
Machine quilt, any design, commercially long-arm quilted, pieced by exhibitor
Machine quilt, any design, long-arm quilted, pieced by exhibitor
Machine quilt, wall hanging (ready to hang)
Ontario Agricultural Annual Champion Machine Quilt Competition

Grand Champion from sections 3-8 are eligible

Sections 10-28 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Lap quilt – any type of quilting, approximately 50” x 65”
Crazy quilt, any size
Quilt themed for a boys or girls room, any size
Quilt, machine quilted by exhibitor using long-arm (must be larger than a crib quilt)
Quilt, top done by exhibitor, quilted by other
Crib quilt, pieced, machine- or hand-quilted
Quilt made of repurposed clothing
Quilt wall hanging, any size (judged on workmanship)
Scrappy quilt, made from leftover scraps, any size
Embroidered quilt, any size
Rag quilt, any size
Quilt, preprinted cheater or panel, any size
Attic treasure quilt, must be over 20 years old, any size (does not need to be quilted by exhibitor)
Quilt top only, judged on workmanship
One mounted quilt block
Quilt, your choice
Afghan, knitted
Afghan, crocheted
Cushion, quilted

Yarn and Fabric Crafts

Sections 29-46 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Cushion, crocheted or knitted
A stuffed toy, any size, crocheted or knitted
A pair of potholders or oven mitts (fabric)
Table runner or topper, any design
A pair of dishcloths (2), crocheted or knitted
Kitchen finger towel
Any article made from recycled blue jeans (not large quilt)
Hand-crafted tote/grocery bag (fabric)
Something new made from something old (fabric)
Handmade heating pad, any size (fabric)
Door or draft stopper
Sensory fidget blanket
Any embroidered item
Embroidery, mounted in hoop, any size
Pillow case, handmade in fun fabric
Handmade household cleaning item, knitted or crocheted
Procrastinator: any craft that is not quite finished
Any other yarn or fabric craft that is not listed
Reduced, Reused, Recycled, Repurposed

Western shirt turned into any accessory item

Entries must be handmade and consist mostly or entirely of recycled and repurposed materials
Entries must showcase the theme of the Fair: Wild WIld West Elgin
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5

Apparel

Sections 49-61 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Scarf, crocheted or knitted
Cowl or infinity scarf
A pair of slippers, any style
Handmade pair of moccasins
Mittens, any style
Handmade vest, your choice
A pair of socks, crocheted or knitted
Poncho or shawl
Handmade pet sweater, your choice
Toque/hat, crocheted or knitted
Fabric scrap apron, made entirely of leftover fabric
Hand- or machine-stitched apron (fun fabric)
Handmade tacky seasonal sweater, any season or holiday
Any other apparel item not listed
Hats Off To You!

Hand-crafted or decorated Cowboy Hat
Any medium accepted: painting, carving, decorations, etc.

Entries must showcase the theme of the Fair: Wild Wild West Elgin
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5

Children & Baby

Sections 64-73 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Hat or headband, any style
Mittens, any style
Baby outfit, minimum of two pieces
Handmade children’s sensory book
Baby blanket or receiving blanket
Handmade article for baby shower
Kids socks, crocheted or knitted
Children’s slippers
Handmade diaper bag
Any other baby or children’s item not listed

Miscellaneous Crafts

Sections 73-89 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Decorative wine bottle, any occasion
Ceramic article, glazed
Something useful from something useless
Handmade metal sculpture (use of recycled materials is encouraged)
Three handmade seasonal greeting cards (example: Christmas, Valentine’s, Easter)
Three handmade greeting cards, your choice (example: sympathy, thinking of you)
Jewellery, any method, handmade
Handmade garden decoration
Handmade bird feeder or bird house
Handmade porch sign, minimum of 5’ tall
Hand-crafted sign, not to exceed 18” x 24”
Handmade wooden sculpture, carved or whittled
Hand-crafted dreamcatcher
Door wreath or hanger, your choice
Tole painted article, your choice
Any other craft, not otherwise listed
Horse(shoe)in’ Around!

Handmade sculpture made entirely of horseshoes

Entries must showcase the theme of the Fair: Wild Wild West Elgin
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $5

Special Category for our friends at Elgin St. Thomas Association for Community Living, Quad County Support Services, Retirement Villa, or any other similar establishment. Also included are developmentally and/or physically challenged Youth or Adult. There is no entry fee required for this category. 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3

Summertime/Canada Day themed centrepiece
Themed centrepiece that showcases the Fair’s theme (Wild Wild West Elgin)

Donation Classes

Section 94-96 | Prizes: 1st: $8, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $2

Handmade set of matched hat, mittens, and scarf

All entries to be donated to Babcock Community Care Centre

Handmade stuffed animal or toy, maximum 8” tall

All entries to be donated to Four Counties Health Services

Hand-crafted stained glass art, your choice (minimum 60% glass required)

All entries to be donated to West Lorne Community Health Centre

Colouring Page
Please print and colour this page from the Prize Book and hand it in on Thursday, September 12th at the Rec Centre.
Good luck!

Class 7 – Flower Show

Superintendent: Laura Kieraszewicz – 519-785-2092

Committee: Marjorie Prieksaitis, Roxanne Nethercott, Vicki Slack, Sarah Fraser

1. All entries in the hall on Thursday, Sept. 12th from 2 – 9 p.m.

2. Only 1 entry per section and from the exhibitor’s home garden.

3. Rules for judging are from ONTARIO JUDGING AND EXHIBITING STANDARDS, Second Edition, 2019. Copies of this can be found in the local libraries.

The Rodney-Aldborough Agricultural Society gratefully acknowledges Rodney and District Horticultural Society for funding prizes in Class 7.

Tips to Consider:

CONDITION: free of disease, insect damage, etc

FORM: proper shape for type of flowers

SUBSTANCE: fresh, not wilted or old

UNIFORMITY: in size

STEMS: strong and straight

PLEASE NOTE: the number of stems or blooms required in each section.

There are many tips for conditioning flowers, according to type. Please research your flower type for optimum quality. DO NOT USE COLOURED WATER IN YOUR CONTAINERS.

Although we make every effort to ensure the protection of all entries, we are not responsible for loss or damage to flowers or containers.

Prize Sections 1 – 20: $5, $4, $3

Cut Flowers

1. Marigold ,small, 5 blooms

2. Marigold, large, 3 blooms

3. Black-eyed Susans, (Rudbeckia) 5 blooms

4. Zinnia, 3 blooms

5. Snapdragons, 3 stems

6. Chrysanthemum, 1 spray

7. Salvia, any colour, 3 stems

8. Gladiolus, 1 spike

9. Sunflower, decorative type, 3 stems

10. Rose, red, own foliage attached

11. Rose, any other colour, own foliage attached

12. Hydrangea, 1 fresh bloom

13. Petunias, 3 stems

14. Sedum, 3 stems

15. Floating Flower Head, foliage optional, 1 bloom

16. Dahlias, small, 4” – 6”, 3 blooms

17. Flower not listed above, 3 stems

Potted Plants – owned by exhibitor minimum three months

18. A Collection of 3 or more herbs in one container. Max. pot size 12 inches.

19. Cacti or Succulent Plants, can be a grouping. Max. pot size 12 inches.

20. Favourite House Plant. Max. pot size 12 inches

Prize Sections 21 – 23: $6, $5, $4

Bouquets: a designed bunch of flowers/foliage in a suitable container

21. Dahlias

22. Hydrangea

23. Mixed Garden Flowers, 3 kinds or more

Prize Sections 24 – 27 $7, $6, $5

Arrangements / Design – Artistically arranged, suitable container, other plant material allowed NO SILK FLOWERS, NO DYED MATERIAL. PLEASE take note when size and dimensions are stipulated.

24. “Thanksgiving Gem” – a miniature design, not to exceed 5” in any direction.

25. “Variegated Greens” – a freestyle arrangement of variegated foliage in a jug.

26. “A Walk on the Wild Side” – an arrangement of vibrant coloured flowers and foliage in a suitable container.

27. “Small, Sharp and Spiky” – a small designed arrangement of flowers and plant material in an unusual container, not to exceed 10 inches in any direction.

SPECIALS/ARRANGEMENTS

Our THANKS to the donors of prizes in this section.

28. “Bowl Me Over” – An aromatic arrangement of fresh flowers and herbs, in a bowl suitable for a dining table.

Prizes: 1st place: $15 gift certificate, 2nd place: $10 gift certificate, both donated by the Decorating Diva, Rodney, 3rd place: A collection of fall bulbs for planting, donated by the Superintendent.

29. “Wild, West Elgin Wildflowers” – An arrangement of wildflowers, plants, and natural materials, in a container of your choice.

Prizes: 1st place: $15, 2nd place: $10, 3rd place: $5, donated by West Elgin Nature Trust

30. “Fall Fare” A Modern Mass design of fresh flowers and foliage in a basket. (A Modern Mass design uses groups (usually 3 to 5) of plant material. Each group is composed of one variety of plant material. Refer to Ontario Judging publication, page 144, for a full description of a modern mass design.

Prizes: 1st place: $15 gift certificate, 2nd place: $10 gift certificate and 3rd place: $5 gift certificate, donated by West Lorne Home Hardware

31. “Pretty as a Picture”- a “ Facing” (One Sided) arrangement in a pitcher for a side table

Prizes: 1st place: $15 gift certificate, 2nd place: $10 gift certificate and 3rd place: $5 gift certificate, donated by Green Street Landscaping, Rodney

32. “Proud to be a Canadian, Eh!” – a design using red and white flowers in a themed container.

Prizes: 1st place: $20, 2nd place: $15, 3rd place: $10, donated by Rodney and District Horticultural Society.

33. “Wild, Wild, West Elgin” A freestyle design featuring the Fair theme. Accessories Allowed.

Prizes: 1st place: $25, 2nd place: $15, 3rd place: $10, donated by Andrew and Laura Kieraszewicz

“BEST OF SHOW” – Judge’s Choice from the ENTIRE Flower Show

One Prize – $20 Gift Certificate from Erie Gardens, New Glasgow

170th Anniversary Penmanship Contest

T’was the day of the Fair, and all through the grounds,
No carnies were stirring, but the floats were in town.

The exhibits and entries, all displayed with great care
In the hopes that the people, would come to the Fair.

The children still nestled, all snug in their beds
While the directors were spinning, especially our Ted.

Deb the treasurer counting money, Nancy the secretary taking calls
Were both preparing for the rush, bouncing off the wall.

When out on the infield, there arose such a clatter,
I ran to the grandstand, to see what was the matter.

Dave Goos and then Pearson, they flew like a flash
John Tunks running behind wearing the Ambassador sash.

The sun brightly shining, on Rodney this day
Gave the notion we were going to have a great day.

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear.
But Brien Cornwall driving his green John Deere.

I don’t dare say he was old and not so quick,
But I know there was a problem as he looked so sick.

More rapid than eagles, his coursers they came
And he whistled and shouted and called them by name.

Now, Shawn, you Flemings now Steve, Dan and Delynne
Come on Trisha Greg & Christine, Melanie, Laura and Lyn(da)

To the Legion we go, and don’t dare fall
Now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!

So up to the Legion, the coursers they flew
With the John Deere, the gator, and an extra few too.

What is the problem, Allan Woolner exclaimed
Bill Haven’s face looked so very pained.

It’s all wrong, said Bernie, I need your help now.
The Mayor is furious, he won’t lead the cow.

As I drew my hand and was turning around,
Joanie Miller and some pipers came marching downtown.

The Queens and Ambassadors were loaded, ready to go,
The Lovebugs were honking, let’s get on with the show!

Kids were all dressed from their head to their toes
The firemen were ready, displaying their hose.

Mayor Warwick I said, the show must go on
Now grab the halter and stay off the lawn.

The Mayor of West Elgin, a right jolly old elf,
Lead the parade, despite of himself.

A wink of Judy’s eye and a twist of Al Carroll’s head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.

The parade started moving and to the fairgrounds it went
Dale Peters and Al McGregor, announced the event.

The crowd cheered on as the participants waved
The 150th celebration, was no doubt saved!

Enjoy the Fair!

Written by: Jane McGregor

for the 150th Anniversary of the Rodney Fair

Class 8 – Culinary Arts

Superintendent: Melanie McLeod

Committee: Ann Smith, Marg Friedrich, Laurie Guest, Mary Popovich, Dionne Levesque

In the interest of a better product, Class 8 entries will be received at the hall on Friday, September 13, 2024, up to 1:00 pm only. This applies to Class 8 entries only. All other classes in the hall will be judged Friday before noon.

Culinary Arts is exhibited in the warm room.

Rules & Regulations | PLEASE READ

One entry only per section, by membership only
One entry card only per item
At the judge’s request, all baking is to be in CLEAR plastic bags (no white bags) large enough for easy removal. No saran wraps or similar wrapping – OR DOMED LIDS CAN BE USED
New! Zip-lock bags – attach tag to the bottom side corner of the bag (not on the top or zip-locked side
PIES: To prevent soggy crusts, temper foil plates by puncturing holes in the bottom of the plate and bake the empty plate at 400° for 5 minutes, or lightly butter the bottom of the pie plate to make the crust brown. It is suggested that pies be placed on approx. 9” foil plates
No store-bought pie crusts or tart shells, and no canned pie fillings
Cakes displayed on foil-covered cardboard or plastic dome containers
No cake, cookie or bread mixes and no sticky frosting (unless specified)
No paper cups on muffins or cupcakes
Loaves of bread should be approximately 8” x 4” x 3”
Buns joined and rolls separated

Tip: Bake rolls in a muffin tin or separate on a flat pan. Rolls are single with unbroken sides and have a crust surrounding all sides.

All baking items and specials need to be picked up on Saturday, September 14^th from 4-6pm. Any items not picked up will be disposed of
No unauthorised person(s) allowed in the area where judging is taking place
In sections where there is only one entry, unless the entry is worthy, no prize will be awarded
2024 canned products only – Mason jars with new rings & snaps are to be used. No food colouring allowed
In the event the 1^st prize is not awarded, the 2^nd place winner will be presented to the sponsor at the Judges’ discretion.
OAAS District Competition Rules: If the exhibitor has won at more than one Fair, the one closest to the exhibitor’s home address is the Agricultural Society from which the entry will be sent to the district competition. The other agricultural societies may send their second-place winner into the district competition. An exhibitor may only enter one district competition.
Rodney-Aldborough Fair Baking Champion is open to males or females winning the total points in Sections 1-5 and Sections 16-58

Points awarded: 1st: 3 points, 2nd: 2 points, 3rd: 1 point

1st Prize: $40 from RAAS and a gift certificate for a 1-hour massage from Julie Loveland

Runner-Up will receive a $40 gift certificate from Cindy Horvat, Unisex Hair Salon

Rodney Aldborough Fair Junior Baking Champion is open to males or females (ages 12-21) entering at least 3 items in sections 6-15.
Junior participants may enter in ALL categories but will be judged against adults. PLEASE MARK “JUNIOR” ON ENTRY CARD.

Points awarded: 1st: 3 points, 2nd: 2 points, 3rd: 1 point

1st Prize: $25 from RAAS and a $25 gift certificate donated by Norma and the late Duncan McPhail

Runner-Up will receive a $25 gift certificate donated by Norma and the late Duncan McPhail

PLEASE NOTE: Junior Baking Specials, Canning, and Baking Specials have a 1^st and 2^nd prize only. The above Rules & Points apply to all entries.

SECTION A:

Past President’s Special/Culinary Arts Superintendent – (Melanie McLeod)

1st Prize wins $25, item becomes property of Past President:

Apple pie – 9” full top
Oatmeal date-filled cookies, 1 dozen

Past Superintendent Special – (Ann Smith)

1st Prize wins $25, item becomes property of Past Superintendent:

9” x 13” pineapple carrot cake with cream cheese icing

SECTION B: OAAS COMPETITION – The winner will be asked to compete in the District 13 level in November.

OAAS Butter Tart Competition: 1st prize – $20; 2nd prize – $15

All entries will be judged on appearance, taste, and texture of the item, as well as the overall creativity and presentation.

Rules: A total of 6 tarts will be required to be shown.

Tarts must be on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear, plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name, mailing address, and Fair represented.
The size of the tarts must be full-size tarts (no mini or bite-size tarts) and must not contain fruit or nuts (i.e., no raisins, no pecans).
OAAS Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition 1st prize – $10; 2nd prize – $5

Open to youth up to 15 years old (as of December 31 of the current year).
Rules: A total of 6 plain chocolate chip cookies will be required to be shown.

Cookies must be on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear, plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name, mailing address, and Fair represented.
Plain chocolate chip cookies, with no nuts, must be no larger than 2.5″ (6.5 cm) and no smaller than 2″ (5 cm).

SECTION C – JUNIOR FAIR BAKING ENTRIES – (Ages 12 – 21)

For Section C, no mixes are allowed.

Sections 6-15: Prizes | 1st: $10, 2nd: $6

Chocolate chip cookies (4)
Plain Rice Krispy squares – 2” squares (4)
Banana muffins – Plain (4)
Peanut butter cookies (4)
Chocolate brownies – Uniced – 2” squares (4)
Cinnamon Buns – Iced
Blueberry muffins – Plain (4)
Sugar cookies (4)
Apple pie – 9” Full top (spiced)
White bread from Bread Machine

SECTION D: CANNED PRODUCTS

Only mason jars with new rings and rubbers to be used.

Sections 16-25: Prizes | 1st: $10, 2nd: $6

Strawberry jam – not less than 8 oz. cooked
Peach jam – not less than 8 oz. cooked
Hot dog relish – 1 pint
Chili sauce – 1 pint
Apple sauce – 1 pint
Raspberry jam – 1 pint
Sweet pickles – 1 pint
Dill pickles – 1 pint
Pickled beets – 1 pint
Red Pepper Jelly – 1 pint

SECTION E: BAKING SPECIALS

The 1^st place entry is the property of the sponsor, whose name is in brackets
All baking items must be picked up anytime between 4:00pm to 6:00pm on Saturday of the Fair
Any item not picked up will be disposed of

Sections 26-27: Prizes | 1st: $20, 2nd: $5

Chocolate Chip cookies (Diana Wright)
Pumpkin loaf – Spiced (Louise Bittermann)

Sections 28-37: Prizes | 1st: $25, 2nd: $5

Please note: Rule E to cook the bottom pie crust thoroughly.

Raisin pie – Full top (Mary Mylrea)
1 dozen butter tarts – With nuts (Jill Soos)
1 dozen rum & raisin tarts (Marg Friedrich)
1 dozen pecan tarts (Larry McGahan)
1 dozen oatmeal date-filled cookies (John Johnson)
9” x 9” brownies with creative topping, include recipe (Lise Van Dyk)
Zucchini loaf (Taraesa Tellier)
Chocolate chiffon cake – Iced (Barb McFadden)
Elderberry pie (Brad & Joanne Reive)
Peach pie (Brad & Joanne Reive)

Sections 38-50: Prizes | 1st: $30, 2nd: $5

Please note: Rule E to cook the bottom pie crust thoroughly.

Raspberry/Rhubarb pie (Bill Denning)
Approximate 9×9 banana cake – Iced (Bill Denning)

Apple Pie – Lattice top (Shelley Smith)
Raspberry Pie (Shawn Gillis)
Approximate 9×9 carrot cake (Taraesa Tellier)
Pecan pie (Dianne Downie)
Sugarless pumpkin pie (Brien Cornwall)
Sugarless apple pie – Spiced (Brien Cornwall)
Blueberry pie (Dionne Levesque)
Pecan pie (Chris Morton)
Pecan pie (Cynthia Roodzant)
9×9 cake made with honey (Bernie Wiehle)
Red velvet cake with cream cheese icing (Lise Van Dyk)

SECTION F: GLUTEN-FREE BAKING

Sections 51-52: Prizes | 1st: $25, 2nd: $5

GF Loaf of bread (Melanie Docherty)
GF Chocolate chip cookies (Melanie Docherty)

Sections 53-54: Prizes | 1st: $30, 2nd: $5

GF Pound cake, any flavour – (Laura Kieraszewicz)
GF Cupcakes – ½ vanilla with Chocolate icing & ½ Chocolate with vanilla icing, no eggs – 1 dozen (Nathan McLeod)

SECTION G: COMMERCIAL SPECIALS

The 1^st place entry is the property of the sponsor, whose name is in brackets
If no entry is made, the money given as special prizes will be considered a donation to the Fair Board

Sponsored by: Beary Blue Acres (Dennis & Sandra Fischer)

Best blueberry muffins (4) – 1st Prize – $10
Best blueberry jam (1 pint) – 1st Prize – $10
Best blueberry pie – 1st Prize – $30

Class 9 – Farm Display

Class 10 – Antiques and Collectibles

Superintendent: June Ford – june.ford@live.ca

Rules & Regulations:

a) Antiques must be at least 50 years old.

b) Exhibitors may not enter more than 1 entry in each section.

c) Exhibitors should own articles exhibited.

d) Historical interest and approximate age of entry would be appreciated but is not necessary for a prize.

e) Each exhibitor is requested to keep a list of articles exhibited as a check at the close of the Fair.

f) All showcases will be locked for exhibitor’s protection. Larger items will be outside showcases.

g) In Fairness to other exhibitors, dealers in antiques will not be eligible to compete.

h) Articles to be removed from cases by Directors only, for safety.

i) All tickets must be securely fastened to the article exhibited.

NOTE: We will do our utmost to return all antiques in the condition in which you bring them; however, all antiques are exhibited at the owner’s risk.

Prizes | 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1

1. (Davy Crockett) coonskin hat

2. Sheriff’s badge

3. Spurs

4. Coal oil lamp

5. Powder horn

6. Fountain (or quill) pen

7. Medicine bottle

8. Picture of an old fashioned barn raising

9. Washboard

10. Clothes iron (before electric)

11. 3 gentlemens’ shaving items

12. Letter with envelope (postmark showing)

13. Stump the Judge (identify the item in a sealed envelope)

Class 13 – Junior Fair

Superintendent: Kelly-Anne Moar – kymoar@live.ca

The Rodney Aldborough Agricultural Society gratefully acknowledges the Elgin Federation of Agriculture for helping sponsor the Junior Fair.

Please read the rules carefully.

One entry only by each pupil in any one class.
All work must be that of the exhibitor (except in the 6 & under section) and not have been previously exhibited at The Rodney Aldborough Fair.
All entries to be brought to the hall between 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm on Thursday September 12th, 2024.
Open to members 18 years of age and under as of The Rodney Aldborough Fair dates, noting ages where specified.

Prince & Princess Contest:

Sponsored by Lorne & Cindy VanBreda of VanBreda Construction and Donna Miller. Winners will receive a special gift donated by Suzanne from the Pure Soap Studio!

The individual girl & boy in Grades 1 to 4, (as of Sept. 2024), who succeeds in collecting the most points in the Junior Fair Section will receive $25.00.

Points awarded (1st – 5 points, 2nd – 4 points, 3rd – 3 points)

Announcement to Parents: Parents are urged to allow the children to do the work and preparation of the exhibits without assistance (unless otherwise noted). Encourage them in every way, but remember that every bit of work you do for them helps to defeat the object of the Junior Fair.

CRAFTS and HOBBIES

Prize section 1-63: 1st – $3, 2nd – $2, 3rd – $1

For Children six and under as of Sept 2024

Wild West sunset finger painting scene.
Play dough cowboy/cowgirl hat or boot.
Crayon drawing of your family.
Make a picture using elements found in nature (seeds, leaves, sticks etc).

For Children ages seven – nine as of Sept, 2024

Colour a page from a colouring book, mounted on construction paper.
Build a LEGO Marble Run
Draw a picture of your pet, or a favourite animal.
A handmade Rodeo Horse or Cowboy/Cowgirl sock puppet.

For Children ages ten – twelve as of Sept, 2024

Create a rustic Wild West themed welcome sign.
Birdhouse – decorated, handmade from recyclables
Create a picture using seeds, grains or beans depicting a fall scene.
Pencil sketch – any subject.

For Children ages thirteen – fifteen as of Sept, 2024

Build a 3D popsicle Barn on a sturdy base, not to exceed 15” in any direction.
Create a split picture by cutting any picture in half and recreate the missing half.
Painting acrylic – any subject.
Make a tie dyed article.

For Children ages sixteen — eighteen as of Sept, 2024

Pencil sketch – 8 1?2” x 11”.

Animal
Portrait
Scenic

An original work of art, any media, ready to be hung, not to exceed 30” in any direction.
Create a wanted poster with details and a sketch of the suspect.

BAKING

Past President’s Elementary School special (ages 4-11)

Prizes 1st – $15, 2nd – $10, 3rd – $5, 4th – $3.

The 1st and 2nd prize entries become property of the sponsor. “Kids to make, parents to melt/cook”

For Children six and Under as of Sept, 2024

One (1) decorated cookie (decoration only judged).
Make an edible necklace.
Homemade trail mix in a zip-lock bag.

For Children ages seven – nine as of Sept, 2024

Three brownie squares (no nuts), approximately 1” square.
Three (3) cupcakes with edible decorations (decorations are judged only).
Five (5) sugar cookies.

For Children ages ten –twelve as of Sept, 2024

Five (5) decorated cupcakes with the Fair theme.
Three (3) decorated Rice Krispie Sheriff stars with added flair such as candy, chocolate, sprinkles etc.
Five (5) pieces of chocolate fudge.

For Children ages thirteen – fifteen as of Sept, 2024

Three (3) decorated cupcakes with the Fair theme (decorations are judged only).
Three (3) banana chocolate chip muffins.
Five (5) brownies with icing. No nuts.

For Children ages sixteen — eighteen as of Sept, 2024

Homemade pretzel.
Caramel popcorn, 1 cup, sealed in a ziplock bag.
Plate of 3 edible items dipped in chocolate (please name the food items if not visible).

FLOWERS

Reminder: open to children 18 & under – be sure entry tags are securely attached.

Note: be sure to name variety when asked. When exhibiting flowers, a bud is considered a bloom.

Container Herb Garden.
Wedding Bouquet for a Farmer’s daughter
“Gardeners Delight” – an arrangement of wild flowers & weeds arranged in a watering can.
Country Bouquet: an arrangement of fall flowers in a tin can.
Green Thumb: an arrangement of flowers and greenery
Snapdragons, 3 stems.
Gladiolus, 1 spike.
Zinnias, 3 blooms, over 4“.
Zinnias, 3 blooms, under 4“.
Largest sunflower – head only.
Marigolds in a theme container.

FRUIT, VEGETABLES AND FIELD CROPS

Reminder: open to 18 & under – be sure entry tags are securely attached.

Largest Beet.
Largest Carrot.
Largest Zucchini.
Gourds displayed in a basket.
Arrangement of six different vegetables, arrangement to count.
Best pumpkin dressed as a Sheriff.

SCARECROW COMPETITION

Irene Kriter Special 1st – $6, 2nd – $5, 3rd – $4

Best decorated scarecrow, not to exceed 48 inches.

Class 14 – Photography

Superintendent: Jenna Lebedz – jennacaughell@gmail.com

1. Each photo must be mounted separately, suitably displayed on bristol board, cardboard, etc.

2. Matte should measure 25cm (10 inches) high and not more than 20cm (8 inches) wide. These sizes are mandatory or photos will not properly display in units. Only photos properly mounted will be displayed.

3. Only one entry per person per section.

4. Photos may be a product of a camera, cell phone or tablet.

5. Open to all photographers except those whose main profession is photography.

6. Must be taken by the exhibitor and can not have been shown in previous Rodney Aldborough Fairs.

6. Please place the entry tag in the lower right hand corner close to the picture for display purposes.

7. All entries must be delivered to the hall by Thursday September 12th, at 9:00 pm.

Every effort will be made to protect photos from potential damage.

Please note that The Rodney Aldborough Agricultural Society is not responsible for damage that may occur to photos submitted.

Prizes: Sections 1-20 | 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3

Water and ice
All things YELLOW
The Perfect Pet!
Summertime Sunshine
It Happened at the Fair
Small Town Pride
Home Sweet Home
Welcome to the World, Little One
Splish Splash
Jumping in the Puddles
Brilliant Blossoms
After the Rain
“Abandoned”
Game On
Big Round Bales in a Farmers Field
Fair Theme – Wild Wild West Elgin
What is it?
Black and White Photo of Children at Play
Mother Nature
A Birds Eye View

Specials

Prizes: Sections 21-27 | 1st: $25, 2nd: $15, 3rd: $10

NEAR AND FAR: 2 photos. 1st a close up of an object not recognizable. 2nd the object from father away.

Prizes sponsored by: Love in My Jar Photography

JUST A KID WITH THEIR PET(S): A picture of a child enjoying time with their pet.

Prizes sponsored by: Love in My Jar Photography

WHAT I SEE OUT MY BACK DOOR: A photo depicting the view from the comfort of your own home.

Prizes sponsored by: Love in My Jar Photography

SEASON BY SEASON: 4 photos of the same thing or location in each of the 4 different seasons.

Prizes sponsored by: Love in My Jar Photography

FARM FAMILY FUN: 3 photos depicting rural family life

Prizes sponsored by: TJ Farms – Trena & Pete Jeffery

REFLECTIONS: A shot captured using any reflective surface such as water, glass, metal or mirrors.