HOMECRAFT DEPARTMENT EXHIBITOR BOOK
Preliminary Copy
HOMECRAFT DEPARTMENT EXHIBITOR BOOK
RICHMOND FAIR - 177th Exhibition, September 15th – 18th, 2022
~ PRELIMINARY COPY (updated June 29, 2022) ~
Please read the General Information Section for the Homecraft Exhibitors
| Time | |
|---|---|
| Thursday, September 1 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday, September 2 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday, September 3 | Office Closed |
| Sunday, September 4 | Office Closed |
| Monday, September 5 | Office Closed |
| Tuesday, September 6 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday, September 7 | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| Thursday, September 8 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday, September 9 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday, September 10 | 9:00AM - 12:00PM |
| Sunday, September 11 | Office Closed |
| Monday, September 12 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday, September 13 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday, September 14 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday, September 15 | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| Friday, September 16 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday, September 17 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday, September 18 | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Monday, September 19 | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Richmond Agricultural Society
PO Box 1210
Richmond, Ontario K0A 2Z0
Voice: (613) 838-3420
Fax: (613) 838-3933
Email: richmondfair@sympatico.ca
Web Site: richmondfair.ca
Homecraft Executive & Committee Chairs 2022
President: Sheri Kavanagh
(613) 601-2296
Vice President: Marg Todd
(613) 838-2356
Treasurer: Nadia Mills
Secretary: Alison Tranter
View Details for the Exhibitor 2022 Categories
AGRICULTURE AWARENESS
SECTION 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45
Committee: Chair: Mikhaila Kavanagh (613) 613 314-4536, Louise Rosch, Jolijne Ubbink
Deadline for entries is Thursday, September 15, 2022.
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
The purpose of the Agricultural Awareness Program is to educate grade school students about food and where it comes from. The Program has a number of presenters who give a 10 to 15 minute presentation to the students on their specific topic.
All display will be located in the Agriculture Awareness Building
Drop off times for exhibits are Wednesday, Sept 14th from 6 - 8:30pm, and Thursday, Sept 15th from 7 - 8:30am with tags attached. A $10 exhibitor fee must be included with registration unless deducted from last year's prize money.
The Richmond Agricultural Society will not be responsible for loss or damage to entries
Exhibitors with identification are able to pick uptheir work from committee members at 5:00 - 6:00 pm, Sunday, September 18th
Note: Prize money will be mailed out after the Fair. No exhibitor will be allowed to make more than one entry in any one section
Section 40 - Scarecrow
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10, 5th: $10, 6th: $10
Classes:
1. Scarecrow
Only one entry per exhibitor, contest open to individuals, families or groups
Entries will be judged according to originality
Entry will consist of 1 or 2 figures (i.e. pair of scarecrows together as one entry)
Scarecrows may be mounted on a stick or seated. If seated, exhibitor must supply own seating.
Do not put valuable accessories on your entry
Section 41 - Largest Pumpkin
Prizes: 1st: $50, 2nd: $35, 3rd: $20, 4th: $10, 5th: $10, 6th: $10
Classes:
1. Largest Pumpkin
Entries will be judged according to weight
Any type of pumpkin or squash grown by exhibitor
Section 42 - Longest Gourd
Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $5, 5th: $5, 6th: $5
Classes:
1. Longest Gourd Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, 4th: $10, 5th: $5, 6th: $5, others: $0
Entries will be judged by lenght of gourd
Gourd must be grown by exhibitor
Section 43 - Specialty Items
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Classes:
1. Display of 6 Gourds on a tray, any variety, named if known
2. Pie Pumpkins (2)
3. Largest Field Pumpkin (1)
4. Three (3) Miniature Pumpkins
5. Tallest Corn Stalk (1)
6. Tallest Broom Corn Stalk (1)
7. Largest Sunflower Head (1), any variety
8. Tallest Sunflower, any variety (1)
Section 44 - Honey
Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
The honey is to be a 2021 product and is to be displayed in one (1) 500 gram jar per section
Classes:
1. Light
2. Golden
3. Amber
4. Creamed Honey
5. Comb Honey - 3" x 4" block in a commercial foil container
6. Beeswax - 2 samples to be shown
45. Section 45 - Maple Syrup
Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $5
Classes:
1. Amber 250 ml container
2. Light 250 ml container
Committee: Chair: Marg Todd; Mary Rooney, Allison Todd, Courtney MacLellan, Kate Herd
Rules: Antiques must be at least 50 years old. A written statement (PROVENANCE) giving historical interest and approximate age of the item is requested. This information is a factor in how your item will be judged!
NOTE: A secure area will be provided for all items. Security guards are on site when building is open.
SECTIONS:
Prizes: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $3
1. Candlestick/Candleholder (single or a set)
2. Vintage Advertisement (any subject)
3. Pocket Watch
4. Salt and Pepper shaker set
5. Early kitchen utensil (e.g. washboard, rolling pin, mixing bowl, butter print)
6. Crock/antique stoneware (single piece or set)
7. Cream and sugar set
8. Christening gown
9. Photo of family homestead, barn or home – including description
10. Egg cup
11. Wedding photo (include description)
12. Antique gloves
13. Antique purse
14. Vintage book
15. An Iron
16. Key or keys
17. Postcard(s)
18. Stuffed toy
19. Milk can
SPECIALS:
20. Antique toy vehicle (farm tractor, truck, car, etc.) ,
Sponsored by Ian Stackhouse
Prizes: 1st $12, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
21. Best in Class
Sponsored by Laura Boyd
Prize: (1st only) $15
22. Best written Provenance (explanation/description)
Sponsored by Kate Herd
Prize: (1st only) $15
Committee: Chair: To be announced; Rick Todd, Jim Wagdin, Allison Todd, Courtney MacLellan
The Committee gratefully acknowledges Bill Reid as our major sponsor of Class 55.
NOTE: All Beer, Wine, Liqueur and Cider entries must be brought to the Fair office by Tuesday, Sept 6th, at 6:00pm.
Please read the General Information for Homecraft Exhibitors before entering.
COMPETITION RULES:
Entry forms and bottle tags must bear identical information as to entrant, section and ingredients. Bottles must be of clear or tinted glass and clean (no labels). Wine & Liqueur bottle size will be 750 ml, (1/2 bottle accepted in some classes) and beer and cider bottles 375 ml (glass) or 500 ml (PET plastic). Liquor or other bottles are not acceptable. Closures will be new. Screw-caps or twist-off caps will NOT be accepted except for PET bottles. Entry tags are best attached using elastics. Competitors may enter only one wine, liqueur, beer or cider in each section and are responsible for selecting the correct section in which to enter a wine, beer, liqueur or cider. The decision of the judge is final. Failure to comply with any one of these rules may result in the disqualification of the entry.
WINE SECTIONS
Wines may be made from concentrates, juice and/or fresh grapes. Single variety wines must contain 100% of the grape variety named. Blended wines must be identified as to the percentage of each variety in the blend and may contain no more than 75% of a dominant grape or fruit variety.
Red Table Wine: Red Table Wines are dry with an alcohol content of 10% to 13% and are to be drunk with richly flavoured foods. Colour range is from light red through ruby and garnet. Red-purple edges denote a young wine. Brown tinges denote an older, possibly oxidized or faulty wine.
White Table Wine: White Table Wines are dry with an alcohol content of 9% to 11% and are to be drunk with lighter flavoured foods. The colour ranges from clear to straw and golden. Greenish tinges indicate youth. Brown tinges indicate aging or faults. Sweetness may be perceived (as in German styles) but the sugar should not be noticeable before the fruity character of the wine. The wine should not be sparkling.
Rosé Table Wine: Rosé has an alcohol content of 9% to 12% and are delicate in flavour with a clean refreshing aftertaste. Colour ranges from pale pink, orange and very pale red. Rosé wines lack the acidity of white wines and the complexity and dryness of reds. No more than 1% residual sugar is allowed.
Country Wine: Wines in this class must be made from 95% NON-GRAPE fruits. Herb wines are not acceptable but flower and sap wines are allowed. A range of colours is permitted. Alcohol content is 9% to 12% and sweetness range (from dry to sweet) must be in character with the wine. Typical examples include blueberry, strawberry, peach, cherry, apple (not cider or apple jack), and birch sap.
Sweet Wine:
Aperitif - A slightly sweet, fortified wine, meant to be drunk as an appetizer before dinner.
Dessert - Accompanies dessert course and blends nicely with pastries, fruits and other such sweet dishes.
After-Dinner - These are sweet, fortified and are popular after dinner.
LIQUEUR SECTIONS:
Liqueurs are typically quite sweet; they are usually not aged for long after the ingredients are mixed, but may have resting periods during their production to allow flavours to marry.
Homemade Fruit Liqueur: made from a distilled spirit that has been flavoured with fruit and bottled with added sugar or other sweetener. The type of distilled spirit and of fruit used in the making of the entered liqueur should be identified on the bottle or on the entry tag.
Homemade Non-Fruit Liqueur: made from a distilled spirit that has been flavoured with cream, herbs, spices, flowers or nuts and bottled with added sugar or other sweetener. The type of distilled spirit and of flavouring used in the making of the entered liqueur should be identified on the bottle or on the entry tag.
BEER SECTIONS:
Natural and artificial carbonation is acceptable. Artificially carbonated beer should be clear. A deposit in the bottom of the bottle is acceptable for naturally carbonated beer (with priming sugar in bottle or in bulk). Gushing on opening will disqualify any entry. Each entry should be identified as either Brew-on-Premise (BOP) Made or Home Made.
Light Beer: Alcohol content to be no higher than 5%. Pale blond to straw in colour, light body, lightly hopped, dry to perceptively sweet, smooth aftertaste.
Dark Beer: Alcohol content to be no higher than 5%. Colour dark golden to amber. Medium body, medium to heavy hops, bitter flavour, dry to perceptively sweet.
CIDER SECTIONS: (Still Cider, Sparkling/Sweet Cider)
Cider is a low alcoholic beverage made from apple juice by alcoholic fermentation. The sweet cider (Pourlx and Nicholas, 1980) has residual sugar from fermentation, or is sweetened after fermentation, and still cider has low sugar and is without carbon dioxide.
WINE COMPETITION PRIZES: 1st $15; 2nd $10; 3rd $5
- White Table wine from concentrate
- White Table wine from fresh fruit or juice
- Rose Table wine
- Red Table wine from concentrate
- Red Table wine from fresh fruit or juice
- Country wine
- White Sweet wines (including Ice wine), half bottles are acceptable
- Red Sweet wines (including Ice wine), half bottles are acceptable
- Best of Show (Wine only classes 1-8), Sponsored by Don Sadler $50
LIQUEUR COMPETITION
- PRIZES: 1st $10; 2nd $6; 3rd $5
- Homemade Fruit Liqueurs, half bottles are acceptable
- Homemade Non-Fruit Liqueurs, half bottles are acceptable
- PRIZES: 1st $10; 2nd $6; 3rd $5
- Light beer
- Dark beer
- 14. Still Cider
- 15. Sparkling/Sweet Cider
- 16. Theme: ‘Wild and Wacky’
BEER COMPETITION
CIDER COMPETITION
PRIZES: 1st $10; 2nd $6; 3rd $5
NEW: DECORATE A WINE GLASS/GOBLET
PRIZES: 1st $10; 2nd $6; 3rd $5
Committee: Chair: Cathy Craig (613) 838-5459; Vice: Brenda Lindsay (613) 316-2917, Bev Tanner, Bill Reid, Sandi Dolman, Lynda Mulligan
Please read the General Information for Homecraft Exhibitors before entering.
- Entries are restricted to amateur growers, resident in Ontario
- All vegetables and roots must be clean but not scrubbed.
- When a certain number is specified there must be neither more nor less.
- All specimens, once in the hall, are under control and subject to order of the Committee Chairperson.
- In absence of competition in a section, or if stock or articles exhibited be of inferior quality, the judge will award only such premium as they deem exhibit merits.
- Entries cannot be changed after closing date.
- Youth class (up to 16 years). No entry fee.
*All entries must be put on appropriate sized plates, paper, tinfoil, no china. Must be fresh and uniform. Entry tag must be securely fastened.
GARDEN FRUITS & VEGETABLES
PRIZES: 1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3
- Apples, McIntosh - plate of 4 specimens
- Apples, Crab, any variety - plate of 6 specimens
- Melon, any variety - plate with 2 specimens, piece of vine attached
- Beets, table, 3 specimens, 1" stem
- Carrots, Chantenay, 3 specimens, 1" stem
- Carrots, Nantes, 3 specimens, 1" stem
- Peppers, sweet, green, 3 specimens
- Peppers, sweet, red, 3 specimens
- Peppers, hot, 3 specimens
- Peppers, yellow, 3 specimens
- Peppers, orange, 3 specimens
- Onions, yellow, 3 specimens
- Onions, red, 3 specimens
- Onions, white, 3 specimens
- Cucumbers, slicing any type, 3 specimens, short stem to be left on
- Cucumbers, English, 2 specimens, short stem to be left on
- Cucumbers, ripe, any variety, 2 specimens, short stem to be left on (should be yellowish/orange in colour)
- Cucumbers, Pickling, 4 specimens, 3" - 5", stems of ¼" to be left on
- Tomatoes, Red, 3 specimens, calyx & stem attached
- Tomatoes, Yellow, 3 specimens, calyx & stem attached
- Tomatoes, Paste, 3 specimens, calyx & stem attached
- Tomatoes, Green, 3 specimens, calyx & stem attached
- Tomatoes, Cherry/Grape, Red, 10 on a plate
- Tomatoes, Cherry/Grape, Green, 10 on a plate
- Tomatoes, Cherry/Grape, any other colour, 10 on a plate
- Heirloom Tomato, 3 specimens, calyx & stem attached, NAMED
- Turnips/Rutabaga, 2 specimens
- Parsnips, 3 specimens, 1” stem
- Cabbage, Red, 2 specimens
- Cabbage, not Red, 2 specimens
- Kale, 3 stems, in container of water
- Brussels Sprouts, 10 individual
- Eggplant, 2 specimens, stems attached, wiped not washed
- Squash, Hubbard, 2 specimens, piece of vine attached
- Squash, any variety, (not Hubbard), 2 specimens, piece of vine attached
- Heirloom Squash, 2 specimens, piece of vine attached, NAMED
- Zucchini, 2 specimens under 12" in length
- Zucchini, 2 specimens over 12" in length
- Garlic, 3 bulbs, roots trimmed to ¼”. Stem to ½”
Sections 40-43 – Potatoes brushed, not washed, 6 on a plate.
- Potatoes, White Variety, NAMED
- Potatoes, Yellow Variety, NAMED
- Potatoes, Red Variety, NAMED
- Potatoes, any unusual kind, 6 on a plate, NAMED
YOUTH CLASS (up to 16 years, no entry fee)
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $4, 3rd $3
- 3 different root vegetables, displayed on a large paper plate
- Any squash, 1 specimens, piece of vine attached
GARDEN SPECIALS, Sections 46-55
One specimen largest by weight, any variety
1st PRIZE only $5.
- Carrot
- Beet
- Cucumber
- English Cucumber
- Potato
- Onion
- Zucchini
- Pepper
- Ripe Tomato
- Green tomato
SPECIALS
PRIZES: 1st $6; 2nd $5; 3rd $4
- Most unusual TYPE of fruit or vegetable, NAMED
- Most unusual SHAPE of fruit or vegetable, NAMED
- Collection of 6 fresh herbs (all named), displayed in secure contain
SPECIALS PRIZE:
1st $10
- Exhibitor with the highest number of points in 1 to 43
- Name to be drawn from all entries
Committee: Chair: Karen Donaldson (613) 838-2259; Denise Wilkes, Debbie Davis
Please read the Homecraft Division information for exhibitors before entering.
HINTS FOR EXHIBITORS:
A stem is a plant structure carrying one or more flowers and/or buds. A bloom is an individual flower, one to a stem. If a bud is showing colour, it counts as a bloom and it is a good idea to remove it. Cut flowers are to be shown on long stems with foliage, if possible. Flowers should be as uniform in size as possible. Make sure to measure the diameter of the blooms and enter the proper size. Cedar can be used to hold stems in place but must not be visible above the container level. Do not use containers of value. All entries must be grown by the exhibitor; except Sections 44 to 58
All flowers must be fresh unless otherwise stated.
TIPS TO EXHIBITORS: Generally, the following characteristics are desirable in all types of
horticultural exhibits:
Colour: Bright, clean, attractive
Condition: Free from blemishes caused by insects, disease, dirt, mechanical damage and showing evidence of good culture & grooming
Quality: Specimens should be of the highest quality
Size: Should be moderate, not large, but always according to the variety
Trueness to Type: As true to variety or type specified as possible
Uniformity: As nearly uniform in size, colour, form, shape & maturity as possible.
YOUTH CLASS:
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $4, 3rd $3
Up to 16 years, no exhibitor fee for Classes 1 to 3
Sponsored by Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
1. A collection of wild flowers in a mason jar
2. Largest Hosta leaf you can find (1) in a container of water
3. Willy Wonka’s Candy Factory – A collection of flowers using candy as accessories
CUT FLOWERS:
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $4, 3rd $3
4. Asters, 3 blooms, same variety
5. 3 Hosta leaves, same cultivars
6. 6 Hosta leaves at least 3 cultivars
7. Calendula, 3 blooms
8. Cleome, 3 stems
9. Cornflower/Bachelor’s Button, 5 blooms
10. Cosmos, 5 blooms, same variety
11. Dahlia under 6", 2 blooms
12. Dahlia over 6", 2 blooms
13. Gladiolus, 1 spike
14. Hydrangea, 1 stem, fresh not dried, green colour only
15. Marigolds, under 3", 3 blooms, with foliage attached
16. Marigolds, over 3", 3 blooms, with foliage attached
17. Pansies, 5 blooms, with foliage attached
18. Petunias, 3 stems, same variety
19. Phlox, 3 stems
20. Rose, 1 bloom with foliage attached
21. Rose, Mini, 1 stem or spray
22. Rudbeckia, 3 blooms
23. Ornamental grass, 5-10 stems, must be grown be exhibitor
24. Sedum, Autumn Joy, 3 stems
25. Sedum, any other variety, 3 stems
26. Snapdragons, same variety, 3 spikes
27. Sunflower, 1 bloom, any variety, not to exceed 12”
28. Zinnia, under 4", 3 blooms
29. Zinnia, over 4", 3 blooms
30. Any annual flower not listed, same variety, 2 stems or spikes – named if possible
31. Any perennial flower not listed, same variety, 2 stems or spikes – named if possible
32. Best of Sections 1 to 31 - Rosette & $10,, Sponsored by Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
POTTED PLANTS:
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $4, 3rd $3
* All entries must be grown by exhibitor for at least 3 months. Please remove from the store pots and repot before entering. All pots not to exceed 12 inches in diameter. “No hanging baskets”.
33. African Violet, Single bloom (5 petals), 1 plant
34. A cacti or succulent garden with at least 4 varieties
35. Begonia, a fibrous plant
36. Begonia, a tuberous plant
37. Cactus and or Succulent
38. Geranium, in bloom, 1 plant
39. Ivy, any variety
40. House Plant grown for foliage, not listed, named
41. House Plant, in bloom, must be grown indoors, named, not listed above
42. Coleus, any variety
43. Best of Sections 33 to 42 - Rosette & $10, Sponsored by Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
DECORATIVE ARRANGEMENTS:
PRIZES: 1st $8, 2nd $6, 3rd $4
* Note: Unless otherwise specified our Display risers are 8" deep and all entries must fit on these
44. ‘Little Lemons’ a miniature design not to exceed 5 inches using yellow flowers
45. ‘Playtime’ arrangements of fresh flowers in a child’s toy.
46. ‘Lighting the Way’, an arrangement using candles
47. ‘Fairy Garden’ a dish garden not to exceed 10” - planted with small live plant material, with miniature accessories
48. Arrangement in an upcycled container – not to exceed 12 inches.
49. ‘Blazing Beauty’ a design for Thanksgiving using only red, yellow and orange flowers
50. ‘Country Rambling’ a design using road side plant material
51. ‘Let’s Get Cooking’, an arrangement in a cooking utensil, accessories allowed
52. ‘Men’s Display’, a design of your choice – Please “wow” us.
53. ‘Fruit and Flowers’, an arrangement that must include fruit and flowers
54. ‘Cocktail Party’, arrangements of flowers – accessories allowed.
55. ‘Surprise’, a small design not to exceed 10 inches
56. Best of Sections 44 to 55, Sponsored by Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
HOMECRAFT SPECIALS
PRIZES: 1st $10, 2nd $8, 3rd $5.
* Note: Display risers are 8" deep and all entries must fit on these.
57. Pollinator, bees and butterflies inspired arrangement; accessories allowed
58.‘These boots are made for walking’; an arrangement in a boot
Sponsored by the Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
Committee: Chair: Debbie Schouten, Laura Boyd, Patty Fraser, Julie Brown, Cheryl Ralph
Rules:
Please read the Homecraft Division information for exhibitors on page 1 before entering.
- We recommend exhibits be placed on a paper plate in ziploc bags
- Cakes must be removed from pans and iced cakes to have sides iced
- No mixes allowed except in youth class
- Muffins and cupcakes must be removed from baking cups except in youth class
- Please read prize list carefully. Entries presented incorrectly will be disqualified.
YOUTH CLASS (up to 16 years, no entry fee)
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $4, 3rd $3
Sponsored by Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society
- Strawberry Jam (canning lid must be sealed)
- Cupcakes from a mix, iced, 3 on a plate, judged on appearance and taste.
- Decorate 3 sugar cookies as cows. Judged on appearance only.
- Chocolate Chip Cookies (no nuts, 8 displayed on a firm disposable plate. Cookies must be no larger than 3" (6.75 cm) and no smaller than 2" (5 cm). Open only to youth up to age 15 as of December 31 of current year. The 1st prize winner will be asked to make 8 cookies for the fall OAAS District competition. The District winner is expected to compete at the OAAS competition in February. Special 1st prize $12, 2nd prize $10, 3rd prize $8. *(Youth chocolate chip cookie competition district and provincial rules can be found at the end of culinary arts category list)
- Flavoured popcorn, approximately 2 cups in a clear labelled bag., PRIZES:1st $12, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
- Sponsored by Wes and Denise van der Ploeg
YEAST BREAD & ROLLS
PRIZES: 1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3
* Bread to be baked in a rectangular pan, not mini
- Loaf of White Bread made in a bread maker, ½ loaf
- Loaf of White Bread not made in a bread maker, ½ loaf
- Loaf of Whole Wheat Bread made in a bread maker, ½ loaf
- Loaf of Whole Wheat Bread not made in a bread maker, ½ loaf
- Raisin Bread made in a bread maker, ½ loaf
- White Dinner Rolls, 4 on a plate (Rolls are single with unbroken crust)
- Whole Wheat Buns, 4 on a plate (Buns are joined together)
QUICK BREADS, MUFFINS & DOUGHNUTS
PRIZES: 1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3
- Banana Bread, ½ or mini loaf
- Zucchini Bread, ½ or mini loaf
- Lemon Loaf, ½ or mini loaf (not glazed)
- Blueberry Muffins, 3 on a plate
- Pumpkin Muffins, 3 on a plate
- Tea Biscuits, 3 on a plate.
- Plain donuts, 3 on a plate
- Cinnamon buns, 3 on a plate (not iced)
CAKES, COOKIES & SQUARES
PRIZES: 1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3
* No pedestal cake plates to be used. If not otherwise stated, cakes must be either 8” X 8 or 9”X 9”, single layer removed from pan.
- Queen Elizabeth cake, 1/2 cake
- Carrot Cake, ½ cake, iced, cut side not iced
- One unbaked square, one baked square, one cookie, on a plate
- Date Squares, 3 on plate, pieces approx. 2" x 2"
- Brownies, iced, 3 on a plate, pieces approx. 2” x 2”
- Shortbread Cookies, 3 on a plate
- Gingersnap Cookies, 3 on a plate
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, 3 on a plate
- Peanut Butter cookies, 3 on a plate
PIES, TARTS & CANDY
PRIZES: 1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3
* Pies not less than 6", foil plates must be tempered (bake pie plate at 350°F for 10 minutes before filling), cool before using. No canned pie fillings or glass plates. Pastry must be homemade.
- Pumpkin Pie, 1/4 pie
- Apple Pie, double crust, 1/4 pie
- Strawberry Rhubarb pie, double crust, 1/4 pie
- Raisin Butter Tarts, 3 on a plate (no nuts, raisins or any other fruit). The 1st prize winner will be asked to make 6 butter tarts for the fall OAAS District competition. The District winner is expected to compete at the OAAS competition in February. * (Butter Tart competition district and provincial rules can be found at the end of culinary arts category list)
- Maple fudge, 3 pieces
- Chocolate Bark, 3 pieces
- Trail Mix, ingredients, your choice in Ziploc bag
PRESERVES<
PRIZES: 1st $4; 2nd $3; 3rd $2
* Use standard pint (500 ml) or ½ pint (250 ml) sealers, no wax, new lids, must be sealed or it will be disqualified.
- Peach Jam
- Raspberry Jam
- Blueberry Jam
- Strawberry Jam
- Strawberry Freezer Jam
- Grape Jelly
- Red Pepper Jelly
- Strawberry Jelly
- Applesauce
- Peaches, canned
- Tomatoes, canned
- Any other canned fruit
PICKLES & RELISHES
PRIZES: 1st $4; 2nd $3; 3rd $2
* Use standard pint (500 ml) or ½ pint (250 ml) sealers, no wax, new lids, must be sealed, no food coloring.
- Cucumber Dill Pickles (should be whole and sealed at least one month prior to entry)
- Dilled Carrots
- Dilled Beans
- Bread and Butter Pickles
- Pickled Beets
- Icicle Pickles - no food colouring
- Chili Sauce
- Pizza Sauce
- Hot Dog Relish
- Corn Relish
- Zucchini Relish
- Salsa Sauce, mild
- Salsa Sauce, hot
- Pickled Eggs, not necessary to be sealed
- Any other canned vegetable
- Spiced Oil, labelled with ingredients
PRIZES: 1st $12; 2nd $10; 3rd $8
* Unless otherwise specified must be on sturdy, foil wrapped cardboard
- Decorated Gingerbread House or building. Judged on appearance only.
- Cartoon Cake, any character, judged on appearance only
- Wedding Cake, iced on Styrofoam or real, layer, judged on appearance only
- 4 Cupcakes, decorated, judged on appearance only
HOMECRAFT SPONSORED SPECIALS:
PRIZES: 1st $12; 2nd $10; 3rd $8
- Chocolate Cake, ½ cake, iced, cut side not iced. Sponsored by Freda Dolan.
- Thanksgiving themed decorated gift basket to be donated to the Richmond food bank.
- Sponsored by Roy and Marg Sunstrum.
- Decorated Basket, containing no fewer than 6 edible items, for an elderly person -
- Sponsored by Marg & Rick Todd (In memory of Lynn Thompson).
- Granny’s Goodies: Celebrate the Fair with your grandmother’s favourite old recipes! Entry consist of a sample for taste testing and a short memory of your grandmother attached.
- Sponsored by “Granny’s grandchildren”.
- Exhibitor with the highest points in Culinary Arts - $50. Sponsored by Helen Todd and Laurie Naphan (In memory of Marilyn Davis).
- Winner’s name will be published in the 2023 Prize Book.
COUNTRY FAIR BAKING (CFB) SPONSORED SPECIALS:
Terms and Conditions
- All entrants into the contest must submit entries that were made using the sponsor’s product
- A product label must accompany each entry, as proof of purchase
- Recipe must be submitted with each entry and be visibly attached
- Judged on appearance, taste, texture and recipe creativity
- Be sure to visit our Sponsors Websites for helpful hints and plenty of recipe ideas to assist you in baking/canning your prize winning products:
Bernardin: www.bernardin.ca
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- Bernardin Jelly Award. Best crabapple jelly using Bernardin Pectin. 1st - $20 product gift certificate plus rosette prize ribbon.
- Bernardin Gift Pack Competition – Put together a gift pack of preserves using Bernardin mason jars and SNAP Lids, include an itemized list. Judged on creativity and presentation. Items will not be taste tested. 1st - $20 product gift certificate plus rosette prize ribbon
- Bernardin SNAP Lid/ Mason Jar Creative Craft Award – Make a craft using a Bernardin Mason jar and/or Snap Lid. 1st- $20 product gift certificate plus rosette prize ribbon.
- Bernardin Best of Show Award – Best home canning entry submitted in a Bernardin Mason jar and lid. $30 product gift certificate plus rosette ribbon. Note: Do not enter this special separately, it will be selected by the Judge from all eligible entries.*
BUTTER TART COMPETITION*
District Competition
1. The entrant must have won the butter tart competition at the local Fair/Exhibition to be eligible to enter the District Competition.
2. The size of the tarts must be full size tarts. (no mini or bite size tarts)
3. A total of 6 tarts will be required to be shown.
4. Tarts must not contain fruit or nuts (ie., no raisins, no pecans)
5. Tarts must be on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name and address using the entry tag provided.
6. Prize money to be paid by the District.
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Provincial Competition
7. The entrant must have won the District Competition to be eligible to enter the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies Competition at the convention.
8. In the case where the District winner is unable to send an entry to the convention then the 2nd prize district winner will be eligible to enter.
9. The size of the tarts must be full size tarts. (no mini or bite size tarts)
10. A total of 6 tarts will be required to be shown.
11. Tarts must not contain fruit or nuts (ie., no raisins, no pecans)
12. Tarts must be on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name, address, and District represented using the entry tag provided.
13. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place entries will not be returned to exhibitor but will be placed for auction at the convention.
Provincial Prize Money – 1st $50.00 2nd $30.00 3rd $20.00, donated by Gay Lea Foods Co-Operative*
PLAIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE COMPETITION (No Nuts)*
District Competition
1. The winner from each Fair/Exhibition will be eligible to enter at the District Competition.
2. District entry must consist of 8 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of
a clear plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name and address using the entry tag provided.
3. Plain chocolate chip cookies, with no nuts, must be no larger than 3" (6.75 cm) and no smaller than
2" (5 cm).
4. Prize money to be paid by the District.
Provincial Competition
5. The entrant must be the winner from the District Competition.
6. In the case where the district winner is unable to send an entry to the convention, then the 2nd place
District winner will be eligible to enter.
7. The entry for the District must consist of 8 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates)
inside of a clear plastic bag with the exhibitor’s name, address and District represented using the
entry tag provided.
8. Plain Chocolate Chip Cookies, with no nuts are to be no larger than 3" (6.75 cm) and no smaller than
2" (5 cm).
Provincial Prize Money: 1st - $20.00 2nd - $15.00 3rd - $10.00 with 12 prizes of $5.00
Co-chairs: Brenda Thomas (613) 838-5441, Sue Dewar (613) 838-8395, Jennifer Dupuis, Joyce Clark, Marion Jones, Lynn Jones, Ann Kelly.
Please read the Homecraft Division information for exhibitors before entering.
NOTES:
- All exhibits in these classes must be the non-professional work of the Exhibitor and may only be exhibited at the Richmond Fair once in a designated category.
- Items that were displayed in 2021 may be entered for judging in 2022 in the correct section.
- Exhibitor may enter only one item per category.
- Judges are instructed to award prizes to new and up-to-date work; soiled, defaced or old work will be disqualified. When there is only one entry in a section, the prize may be withheld, unless the entry is worthy.
- If two or more pieces comprise one entry, they must be fastened together.
- The Committee reserves the right to display only the winning entries due to restricted exhibit space.
- Please measure your work carefully if a size is specified.
- Youth Exhibitors may enter in a higher age category.
YOUTH CLASS CATEGORIES: (up to 16 years, no entry fee)
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
1. Knitted or crocheted scarf
2. Wrapped Christmas parcel with tag.
3. Richmond Fox. Artist interpretation of the Richmond Village Fox, any medium.
4. Any sewn item.
5. Knitted or crocheted dishcloth, sample of yarn attached
HANDICRAFTS CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
6. Door decoration ~ any season
7. Homemade card with envelope ~ any type
8. Bird house or bird feeder ~ no kits
9. Table centerpiece, any medium
10. Article of handmade jewelry
11. Shadow box displaying your favourite collection
12. Set of four coasters
13. Pumpkin(s) or apple(s) made from fabric.
14. A doll that is not a toy.
15. An item made with glass
16. A model made from a kit (airplane, train, car, ship…)
17. Any item made with a Cricut TM
WOODWORKING: (These 3 categories generously sponsored by Alan and Janice Smart)
PRIZES for Categories 18-20: 1st: $15, 2nd 10, 3rd $5
18. Woodworking item, (carved, turned, etc), exhibitor’s choice
19. Canoe paddle, handmade Beaver or Ottertail, between 60-64” in length
20. Live edge piece of furniture (maximum dimensions: 30” H, 36” W, 16”D)
HERITAGE CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $10, 2nd $8, 3rd $6
21. Rug hooking item (traditional rug hooking with wool)
22. Latch hooking ~ rug or wall hanging
23. Braided or crocheted rag rug or placemat (made with fabric)
24. Punch needle work
25. An item of wool appliqué
CHILDREN’S TOYS CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
26. A child’s toy, all handmade
27. Dressed Barbie type doll, knitted or crocheted outfit, sample of yarn attached
28. A set of wooden blocks, minimum 3 blocks
CHRISTMAS CORNER CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
29. Stocking ready to be hung
30. Angel ~ any medium
31. Ornament ready to be hung ~ any medium
32. Santa ~ any medium
33. A decorated sleigh
34. Snowman (or men) ~ any medium
CROCHET CATEGORIES: Sample of yarn attached
>PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
35. Baby or Child’s sweater
36. Baby or child’s dress
37. Afghan (min. size 36" x 40"), fringe is part of measurement
38. 3 crocheted dishcloths, different designs.
39. Doily (less than 12"), or flat centrepiece (greater than 12”), mounted on Bristol board
KNITTING (HAND) CATEGORIES: Sample of yarn attached.
>PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
40. Baby sweater (sizes newborn to 18 mos) or Child’s sweater (sizes 2 – 14 years)
41. Baby or child’s dress
42. Adult’s sweater
43. Knitted scarf or hat (child or adult size)
44. Adult's socks
45. Mittens or fingerless gloves, child or adult size
46. Afghan (min size 36" x 40"), fringe is part of measurement
47. Three knitted dish cloths, different designs
48. A unique, knitter-designed item, exhibitor’s choice.
SEWING and NEEDLEWORK CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $10, 2nd $8, 3rd $6
49. Item of needlework: cross stitch, needlepoint, crewel. Mount on Bristol board.
50. An embroidered item of choice, made by hand or sewing machine. Mount on Bristol board.
51. An item made with felt (synthetic or wool)
52. Child’s dress
53. Handmade baby sleep sack.
54. Set of 2 placemats - any technique
55. Handmade Pillowcase
56. Pillow
57. Table runner, any technique.
58. Bag, tote, purse or tech case – any technique
59. Sewn or needlework item not listed above
WEAVING & SPINNING CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $10, 2nd $8, 3rd $6
60. One hand-woven greeting or note card with envelope
61. Hand-woven article for home decor (Betty Stackhouse Memorial Prize)
PRIZES: 1st: $50, 2nd: $30, 3rd: $20
62. Hand-woven garment
63. Hat, made from handspun yarn, any fibre (a yarn sample must be included)
64. Mitts made from handspun yarn, any fibre (a yarn sample must be included)
65. Scarf made of handspun yarn, any fibre (a yarn sample must be included)
66. Shawl or sweater made from handspun yarn, any fibre (a yarn sample must be included)
67. Hand-felted article
68. Needle felted article
69. Hand-fulled article
70. Handspun article not listed above (any technique)
OTHER QUILTED ITEMS CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $8, 2nd $6, 3rd $4
83. Quilted Place mats, set of two
84. Quilted Table Runner
85. Quilted bag, tote, purse or tech case
86. Quilted garment3 R's – RECYCLE, REUSE, REPURPOSE:
87. Reusable shopping bag
88. Item of choice using recycled clothing (include what it used to be in title)
89. Something made with wine bottle corks
90. Something made from a discarded book
91. Something made from old China
92. Something made with an old picture frame
SENIORS 65 years and over CATEGORIES: No exhibitor fee.
>PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
93. Knitted or crocheted dishcloth
94. Adult or child’s slippers – Knit or crochet
95. Knitted socks
96. Knitted mittens
97. Knitted or crocheted scarf
98. Apron, with or without bib
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT:
Exhibitor fee is not required. This class is to be judged and ribbons only will be awarded. The entries will not be returned as they will be donated to the Outreach Program at St. Paul’s United Church for distribution within the community. We hope you will join us in our effort to give back to our community. Open to everyone.
99. Any hand knitted or crocheted item, i.e. slippers, scarf, mittens, baby blankets, toques, etc.
Co-chairs: Brenda Thomas (613) 838-5441, Sue Dewar (613) 838-8395, Jennifer Dupuis, Ann Kelly.
ART SHOW CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
This section is open to amateur artists and hobbyists only. Please do not display name on front of work. Artwork may be framed or matted.
1. Painting – Oil, any subject
2. Painting – Acrylic, any subject
3. Painting - Watercolour, any subject
4. Drawing- Coloured Pencil, any subject
5. Drawing – Pencil or graphite – your favourite piece
6. Multi-media artwork – any subject.
7. Sculpture – any medium
PHOTOGRAPHY CATEGORIES:
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
Print size (4" x 6"), matte or gloss, and mounted on Bristol board with 1" border all around.
Photo must be taken by exhibitor, new photos only please (not shown before). They will be judged on composition, focus, clarity, interest and imagination.
8. Late summer harvest
9. One or more beautiful blossom(s)
10. Your favourite pet
11. Grumpy cat(s)
12. A humorous photo (nothing offensive or violent, because that’s NOT funny!)
13. Photo of our crazy weather!
14. Messy eating munchkin (baby or toddler, really enjoying their food)!
15. Your favourite Christmas photo
16. Old farmhouse or barn from the Richmond area, or Ontario.
17. Photo of a farm animal or animals from the Richmond area, or Ontario.
18. Photo of a beautiful door or window.
19. Photo of Canadian wildlife
20. Photo of a wild bird or birds
21. Photo of a beautiful butterfly or bumblebee.
22. Somewhere in scenic Canada (include location in title on front)
23. Photo from outside Canada (include location in title on front)
24. A black and white portrait
25. Photo of three or more generations
PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIAL CATEGORIES:
>PRIZES: 1st $8, 2nd $6
26. Sunrise or Sunset, 8" x 10”, mounted on Bristol board…(include location in title)
27. Four (4 x 6”) photo collection, one for each season, mounted on Bristol board
28. A (4 x 6”) photo collection of past Richmond Fairs (4-8 photos), mounted and titled on Bristol board
SENIORS 65 years and over CATEGORIES: No exhibitor fee.
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
29. Photo of a family celebration, with a title and brief explanation (up to 50 words)
CLASS 90, QUILTS:
YOUTH CLASSES: (No entry fee for Youth Classes 1 & 2)
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd$8
1. Quilt made by young quilter, aged UNDER 12 years on September 13th, 2020, any technique or size
2. Quilt made by young quilter, aged 12-16 years on September 13th, 2020, any technique or size
HAND QUILTED
PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
Quilts may be any construction technique or size but must be hand quilted.
Only eligible for OAAS if minimum perimeter is 324”, and entirely made by exhibitor.
3. New Quilters First Quilt, completed by self: any technique, any size, completed after September 2018
4. Pieced quilt
5. Appliquéd quilt
6. Embroidered quilt
7. Whole cloth quilt
8. Modern quilt
OTHER HAND QUILTED ITEMS
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
Quilts may be any construction technique but must be hand quilted.
9. Miniature quilt: hand quilted, small scale reproduction of full-size quilt, Max perimeter 96”
10. Wall quilt: sleeve or tabs attached for hanging
11. Lap quilt/child’s quilt, not a printed panel
12. Other items not listed above
DOMESTIC MACHINE QUILTED
PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, and domestic machine quilted.
Only eligible for OASS if minimum perimeter is 324” and entirely made by exhibitor.
On Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter, if different.
13. New Quilters First quilt completed by self: any technique, any size, completed after September 2018
14. Pieced quilt
15. Embroidered quilt
16. Appliquéd quilt
17. Whole cloth quilt
18. Modern quilt
OTHER DOMESTIC MACHINE QUILTED ITEMS
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, and domestic machine quilted.
On the Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter if different.
19. Miniature quilt: a small-scale reproduction of a full-size quilt, Maximum Perimeter 96”
20. Wall quilt: any technique, any size, sleeve/hardware attached for hanging
21. Lap quilt/child’s quilt, not a printed panel
22. Other items not listed above
LONGARM MACHINE QUILTED, PANTOGRAPH DESIGNS
PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, but longarm machine quilted.
Only eligible for OASS if minimum perimeter is 324” and entirely made by exhibitor.
On Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter, if different.
23. New Quilters First quilt, completed by self: any technique, any size, completed after September 2018
24. Pieced quilt
25. Embroidered quilt
26. Appliquéd quilt
27. Whole cloth quilt
28. Modern quilt
OTHER LONGARM MACHINE QUILTED, PANTOGRAPH DESIGNS
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, and longarm machine quilted.
On the Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter if different.
29. Miniature quilt: a smallscale reproduction of a fullsize quilt, Maximum perimeter 96”
30. Wall quilt: any technique, any size, sleeve/hardware attached for hanging
31. Lap quilt/child’s quilt, not a printed panel
32. Other items not listed above
LONGARM MACHINE QUILTED, CUSTOM DESIGNS
PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, but longarm machine quilted.
Only eligible for OASS if minimum perimeter is 324” and entirely made by exhibitor.
On Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter, if different.
33. New Quilters First quilt completed by self: any technique, any size, completed after September 2018
34. Pieced quilt
35. Embroidered quilt
36. Appliquéd quilt
37. Whole cloth quilt
38. Modern quilt
OTHER LONGARM MACHINE QUILTED, CUSTOM DESIGNS
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
Quilts may be any construction technique or size, and longarm machine quilted.
On the Entry Tag, name both quilt maker and quilter if different.
39. Miniature quilt: a smallscale reproduction of a full size quilt, maximum perimeter 96”
40. Wall quilt: any technique, any size, sleeve/hardware attached for hanging
41. Lap quilt/child’s quilt, not a printed panel
42. other items not listed above
OTHER QUILTED ITEMS
PRIZES: 1st $15, 2nd $10, 3rd $8
43. Quilt block: Named and fastened on one edge to Bristol board (wrong side will be judged)
44. Group quilt: made by 3 or more quilters named
45. Lap quilt/child’s quilt/wall quilt: made from a printed panel
46. UFO, FINALLY COMPLETED! Was started before 2017, history of quilt required
47. Quilted table runners, (not wool applique, see class 80)
FIBRE ART ITEMS
PRIZES: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10
Homecraft Judging Standards for Ontario Fairs do not apply.
An Art Quilt is defined as layered work, original composition, predominantly textile, stitched together,
can be raw edged, mounted or framed. The back will not be judged unless it is intended to be displayed.
The work must be durable enough for display. Attach sleeves needed for display.
48. Art Quilt/wall quilt: predominantly fibre, but any technique, shape, thread painted,
embellished etc.
49. Wearable Art Garment: creative design and use of fabric, may provide a mannequin
50. Wool Appliqué Quilt or wallhanging: must be a quilt (three layers with batting and quilted).
Can be wool on cotton and hand or machine appliquéd. See Class 80 for other wool
applique items.
Committee: Co-chairs: Alison Tranter (613) 838-5347 and Sheri Kavanagh (613) 601-2296: Lynne Rochette
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY FOR DETAILS OF ENTRY AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS:
QUILT DROP OFF
- Quilts are to be brought to the upstairs hall of the Richmond curling club on
Monday, September 12th from 5:30 pm to 7:30pm. Or 7:30am and 8:30 am on Tuesday September 13th. (Quilts are judged on Tuesday, entries received after 8:30am cannot be accepted.) - Also bring the completed Quilt Owners Registration Form, and a tag for each entry.
GUIDELINES FOR QUILT EXHIBITORS:
FORMS
The tags will then be mailed to you, the Quilt Owners Registration Form should be printed, it and the tags are to be brought in with quilts on Monday, September 12th, 5:30 to 7:30pm or Tuesday, Sept. 13th 7:30 to 8:30am.
PREPARING YOUR QUILT:
- A 4 inch sleeve must be attached to the top of the quilt or wall hanging. The sleeve will not be judged and can be temporarily attached with safety pins (not straight pins, please!)
- Pin a paper over any labels showing name of quilter.
PICK UP OF QUILTS
- The Homecraft building will be closed 4:15 – 5:00pm on Sunday, for secure take down of quilts.
- Quilts are to be picked up on Sunday, September 18th, from 5:00-6:00pm.
- Quilts will only be released to the owner or to a person designated by the owner with written permission. For information on judging, please refer to Homecraft Judging Standards for Ontario Fairs, displayed on cards in the quilts show area. Copies of the standards are available at the Fair office for $10.
ELIGIBILITY FOR THE ONTARIO ASSOCIATION AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES:
To Qualify for entry to OAAS competition the quilt must be entirely made by the exhibitor and have a minimum perimeter of 324”.
A hand quilted and a machine quilted quilt will be chosen from all eligible 1st and 2nd prize winners, with a reserve quilt chosen in each category and entered with permission from owner.
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF AGRICULTURAL SOCIETIES ELIGIBILITY, RULES, REGULATIONS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS GO TO: www.ontariofairs.com
Committee:
Chair: Suzie Getty (613)868-9012;
Nadia Mills, Robbie Judd, Stephanie Gal, Kate Morrow, Angela Argue, Jamie Reynolds
Please read the General Information for Homecraft Exhibitors before entering.
A membership is not required for entries in the Junior Division.
The winners will be paid by cheque following the Fair. All Junior Division exhibits must be picked up on Sunday, September 18th by 5:30 pm. Exhibits that are not picked up on Sunday will be disposed of.
All food entries must be covered in a Ziploc bag. Baking will be judged on appearance only except where noted. No baking papers please.
Entries in Class 100 are NOT processed through the local schools. It is the responsibility of the exhibitors or their parents/guardians to ensure all exhibits are the work of the exhibitor.
No more than one entry by an exhibitor in each numbered item. For example, in the Age 5 and under category, one pasta necklace per exhibitor.
*******Exhibitors may enter in a higher age category but not in younger age category.*******
PRIZES:
1st $5; 2nd $4; 3rd $3; Ribbons 4th and 5th
Age 5 and under
1. Display a collection of items found on a nature walk in an egg carton
2. Sponge paint a cut out of a fall leaf
3. Make a pasta flower picture on an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
4. Make a handprint turkey on an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
5. Make a paper plate fish
6. Paint a rock
7. Decorate a baseball hat
8. Finger paint a picture on an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
9. Colour your favourite page from a colouring book
10. Draw a picture of a vegetable garden
Age 6 to 7
11. Make and decorate a salt dough snake
12. Make a farm animal out of clay
13. Make a candy kebob. Display in a ziplock bag
14. Make and decorate a light sabre with a pool noodle
15. Create a pen for a farm animal using any material, place a toy animal of your choice inside
16. Make an instrument out of recycled materials
17. Design and make a fort out of popsicle sticks
18. Design and make a paper airplane
19. Draw or paint a picture of your pet and write their name below on an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
Age 8 to 10
20. Design a Minecraft sword out of Lego (First prize gets a gift from Lego)
21. Draw a comic strip an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
22. Make a bead lizard
23. Make a catapult out of popsicle sticks
24. Make a Richmond themed wordle on an 8.5 x 11” piece of paper
25. Make a friendship bracelet
26. Make a pet toy. Entries will be donated to an animal rescue or shelter
27. Make a handmade birthday card
28. Write an acrostic poem based on the word ‘Richmond’
Age 11 to 13
29. Make a purler bead project
30. Displayed in a printed photo, show a fancy manicure or pedicure that you designed and painted
31. Make a birdhouse from recycled materials
32. Knit or crochet any item
33. Draw an animae/manga character
34. Make a spinning nerf target
35. Make an item out of duct tape
36. Decorate a t-shirt
37. Make an ocean in a bottle
Age 14 to 16
38. Make a collage of your favourite celebrity
39. Replicate a Bob Ross painting or famous art piece
40. Draw your favourite menu item from your favourite restaurant in Richmond
41. Create a postcard of where you have travelled, can be hand drawn or a collage
42. Draw and design your dream outfit
43. Make an origami animal
44. Draw a picture of your favourite ride at the Richmond Fair
45. Make slime
46. Make a scrapbooking page
47. Make a Zentangle
48. Colour a picture from an adult colouring book
OPEN CLASS: (Unless otherwise noted)
PRIZES: 1st $7, 2nd $5, 3rd $4
49. Any craft article/artwork that does not qualify in sections 1-28 (AGES UNDER 5-10)
50. Any craft article/artwork that does not qualify in sections 29-48 (AGES UNDER 11-16)
51. SPECIAL: Take a picture of a healthy after school snack you prepared. Attach the photo to an 8.5 x 11” sheet of cardstock. List all the ingredients. To prevent waste, please don’t bring in the actual snack!
Sponsored by Goulbourn Horticultural Society
PRIZES: 1st $20, 2nd $10, 3rd $5, all ages.
******Exhibitors may enter in a higher age category but not in a younger age category. ******
Committee: Chair: Sue Getty (613)868-9012; Nadia Mills, Robbie Judd, Stephanie Gal, Catherine Proulx, Kate Morrow, Angela Boal-Argue, Morgan Reynolds, Adeline Bugden
“Original Hand Made Design” PRIZES: 1st $10, 2nd $5
- Youth up to and including Grade 4
- Youth Grade 5 to Grade 8 inclusive
- Youth Grade 9 to Grade 12 inclusive
Entry Rules: Please read carefully! All requirements must be met or poster will be disqualified.
- Theme: “Promoting your Fair”
- Name and date of Fair must be clearly shown on poster
- Must be hand drawn
- Poster Size: min. 8½" x 11" (23 cm x 28 cm), without border; max. 11" x 17" (28 cm x 44 cm), without border
- Each entry must be mounted on a Cardstock or Bristol board exposing on all sides showing a 2" border on all four sides
- Name of fair, contact person, age, owner of poster and the school represented must be clearly labelled on the back of each entry.
- The winner of the poster competition and the Richmond Fair will be eligible to enter the winning poster in the fall OAAS District Competition. The District winner then qualifies for the OAAS Convention Competition in February.
To Be Announced
Committee: Chair: Cindy Brown (613) 838-3081
NOTE: All entries submitted must be made by a current member of a 4H Club located in Carleton County.
4H Regular:
PRIZES: 1st $3, 2nd $2, 3rd $1
1. Chocolate 4H Brownies, not iced, 3 on a paper plate inside a ziplock bag. Pieces
approximately 2” x 2”. Use the Chocolate 4H Brownies recipe below.
2. Display of 3 garden vegetables on a tray, ALL NAMED, grown by you.
3. A 4” x 6” (glossy or matte finish) photograph collection (minimum four, maximum eight) of
You depicting ‘Learn to Do by Doing’, mounted on Bristol board. Must include the current
Canadian 4H emblem, minimum size 4” x 4”.
4H Field Crop Members:
PRIZES: 1st $5, 2nd $3, 3rd $2
4. Open to 4H Field crop members…a sample of grain (barley, oats, spring/winter wheat, or
beans (any variety) – 3lb displayed in a large or extra large ziplock bag and properly labelled.
Hay – 1 four inch flake of machine baled (not from a round bale) cut hay…displayed in a
supplied bag and properly labelled.
5. First cut alfalfa – 85% or more alfalfa
6. First cut legume other than alfalfa – 85% or more legume
7. First cut legume and grass – 70% and 30% either way
8. First cut grass – 85% or more grass
9. Second cut alfalfa or other legume – 85% or more legume
10. Second cut mixed legume and grass – 70% and 30% either way
General Information for Homecraft Exhibitors
You may register all your entries online.
Visit our Web Site at www.richmondfair.ca in August for on-line instructions.
Deadline to register in all Homecraft categories EXCEPT for CLASS 55 (Wine, Liqueurs and Beer)* is Friday, September 9th, 2022. Register on-line, mail, email or fax entries to: Richmond Agricultural Society, P.O. Box 1210, Richmond, Ontario K0A 2Z0;
Email: richmondfair@sympatico.ca or Fax: (613) 838-3933.
A $10.00 exhibitor fee is required per person per year, which covers all entries (except classes in the new Youth, Junior Division, Seniors and Residents of Extended Care Facilities). The exhibitor fee must be mailed, paid with online entries, or brought into the Fair Office at 6121 Perth Street prior to the entry deadline. No exhibitor will be allowed to make more than one entry in any one section. Exhibitor tags can be obtained at the fair office during business hours.
*All Beer, Wine, Liqueur and Cider entries (CLASS 55) must be brought to the Fair office by Tuesday, Sept 6th, at 6:00pm.
Quilts are to be dropped off upstairs at the Curling Club. Drop off times for Quilt entries are Monday, Sept 12 from 6 – 8:30pm, and Tuesday, Sept 13 from 7 – 8:30am.
*NOTE: Items that were displayed in 2021 may be entered for judging in 2022 in the correct section, only one per category.
All other Homecraft Exhibits may be dropped off downstairs at the Curling Club. Drop off times are Wednesday, Sept 14 from 5 – 8:30pm, and Thursday, Sept 15 from 7 – 8:30am.
The displays will be closed Sunday, September 18th, at 4:15pm. Exhibitors with identification are able to pick up their work from committee members when the building re-opens at 5:00pm -6pm. Please respect these timelines, as time is needed to take display items down safely!
The Homecraft Exhibits will be on display during the Fair, Thursday from 4:00 - 7:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 10:00am - to 8:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 4:15pm. The Richmond Agricultural Society will not be responsible for loss or damage to entries.
As applicable, Homecraft Judges use the Ontario Horticultural Association Publication #34, “Ontario Judging and Exhibiting Standards for Horticultural and Floral Design”, 2003 ($6.00), the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies, “Homecraft Judging Standards for Ontario Fairs”, Revised 2009 ($5.00), and the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies, “Judging Standards Handbook of Field Crops, Roots & Vegetables, Fruit, Maple Syrup and Honey”, 2003 ($5.00). These publications are available from the Homecraft Information Booth or the Fair Office.
Note: Prize money will be mailed out following the Fair for all Homecraft entries displayed in the Curling Club building. Junior Division winners will now be paid by cheque following the Fair.
All exhibits must be picked up on Sunday, September 18th. Any articles not picked up by Monday at 11:00 a.m. will be disposed of or donated.
School Program: Chair: April Milroy (613) 410-4696; Vice: Denise Crawford (613) 299-9197
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