Arts and Crafts
Rules
Adults 18 Years and Over
Judging of Art, Crafts and Hobbies will be based on:
Originality of Entry
Skill and Knowledge of Field
Planning and Evidence of Study
Presentation
It is very important that your entry be economical of space. Arts, Crafts and Hobby entries must have been completed by the exhibitor and not previously exhibited in the Berlin Fair.
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building from Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time.
Entries must remain on public exhibit until 6:00 p.m. Sunday.
Rosettes will be awarded to the best entry in Art, Wood, Crafts, and Hobbies. A Best in Show rosette along with $25 will be awarded to the best entry from all of the entries in this exhibit.
Limit three (3) entries for any one class.
Art Classes and Categories
Note: Limit of five (5) pieces of artwork for each exhibitor.
Please be prepared to identify “class” when entering work. Only artwork (including collages) mounted, framed, or matted and wired properly for hanging will be accepted. Number paintings will not be judged. The committee reserves the right to withhold from display any painting deemed unsuitable for this fair.
All awards are as follows:
First: $10.00
Second: $8.00
Third: $6.00
Fourth: Ribbon
Class 1- Oil Paintings
Categories -
a. Landscapes
b. Marine
c. Portrait
d. Animal or Fowl
e. Still or Abstract
f. Figure(s)
Class 2 - Acrylic
Categories -
a. Landscapes
b. Marine
c. Portrait
d. Animal or Fowl
e. Still or Abstract
f. Figure(s)
Class 3 - Water Color
Categories -
a. Landscapes
b. Marine
c. Portrait
d. Animal or Fowl
e. Still or Abstract
f. Figure(s)
Class 4 - Pastel
Categories -
a. Landscapes
b. Marine
c. Portrait
d. Animal or Fowl
e. Still or Abstract
f. Figure(s)
Class 5 - Pencil
Categories -
a. Landscapes
b. Marine
c. Portrait
d. Animal or Fowl
e. Still or Abstract
f. Figure(s)
Class 6 - Charcoal
Categories -
a. Charcoal
Class 7 - Crayon or Chalk
Categories -
a. Crayon or Chalk
Class 8 - Pen and Ink
Categories -
a. Pen and Ink
Class 9 - Graphic Design
Categories -
a. Computer Art
Class 10 - Mixed Media
Categories -
a. Mixed Media
Class 11 - Other Art
Categories -
a. Other Art
Crafts Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - POTTERY/CERAMICS
a. Hand Formed $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Potters Wheel $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Other $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 2 - PAINTED ARTICLES
a. Painting on Metal (Toleware, etc.) $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Painting on Wood $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Painting on Textiles $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Stenciling $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
e. Painting on Other Surfaces $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 3 - WOOD (JUDGED IN LARGE AND SMALL CATEGORIES)
a. Wood Working $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Lathe Turned Woodworking $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Wood Carving $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Other $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 4 - RECYCLED CRAFTS
a. Recycled Craft $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 5 - SAND ART/PAINTING
a. Sand Art/Painting $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 6 - JEWELRY
a. Necklaces $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
b. Bracelets $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
c. Sets $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
d. Other $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 7 - CHRISTMAS
a. Christmas Decorations $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
b. Christmas Wreaths $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
c. Christmas Tree Ornaments $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 8 - ALL OTHER WREATHS
a. All Other Wreaths $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 9 - METAL WORK
a. Metal Work $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 10 - SCRAPBOOKING
a. Scrapbooking $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 11 - CARDS
a. Hand Crafted Cards $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 12 - DECORATED EGGS
a. Decorated Eggs $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 13 - COLLECTIONS (JUDGED ON CONTENT AND PRESENTATION)
a. Misc. Suitable Collection $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
CLASS 14 - OTHER CRAFTS
a. Other Crafts $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
**Collections of book matches, stamps, and coins cannot be accepted.
Bakery
Rules
1. Exhibits must be brought to the Fair Grounds on Wednesday between 1:00 and 9:00 p.m. Superintendent will be in the building during that time.
2. Only one entry will be accepted in each category.
3. Entries must be removed between 6:30 and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. No exceptions. Entries not picked up by 7:00 p.m. on Sunday will be discarded.
4. Dishes and trays are entered at the owner’s risk. The Berlin Lions Club is will not be responsible for those items not picked up by 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. We suggest that you not use tin dishes for pies.
5. We recommend that you not eat entries after removal.
6. Please visit www.ctagfairs.org for the recipe and rules of the State Baking Contests, including any corrections to the published recipe.
7. The winners of the State Baking and Apple Pie Contests will be invited to participate in State Contest held at the fall meeting of the Association of Connecticut Fairs. The Berlin Fair will pay for the dinner of each winner and a guest attending that event.
8. A Best of Show will be given per the judges’ discretion.
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - QUICK BREADS
a. Loaf Banana Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Loaf Zucchini Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Loaf of Any OTHER QUICK BREAD 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Muffins, one-half dozen, NO PAPERS 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
e. Baking Powder Biscuits, one-half dozen 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
f. Scones, one-half dozen 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 2 - YEAST BREADS
a. Loaf White Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Loaf Any Other Kind of Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Coffee Cake 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Sweet Rolls, One-half dozen 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
e. Plain Rolls, white or dark one-half dozen 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 3 - CAKES
a. Frosted Chocolate Layer Cake 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
b. Any other kind of Frosted Layer Cake 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Frosted Cup Cakes, one half dozen, No Papers 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Carrot Cake 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
e. Decorated Cake 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
f. Decorated Cup Cakes, one half dozen, No Papers 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
g. Any other kind of Cake 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 4 - COOKIES - ONE HALF DOZEN
a. Rolled Cookies 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Drop Cookies 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Filled Cookies 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Toll House or Chocolate Chip Cookies 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
e. Brownies 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
f. Any other Bar or Cookie 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 5 - CANDY - 6 PIECES
a. Chocolate Fudge 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Any other kind of candy 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 6 - PIES
a. Apple 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Any other fruit pie 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Pumpkin or Squash 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Any other kind of Pie 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 7 - FOR MEN ONLY
a. Frosted Chocolate Layer Cake 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
b. Any kind of Pie 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
c. Quick Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
d. Yeast Bread 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
e. Muffins, one-half dozen. NO PAPERS 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
f. Any kind of Bar or Cookie 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
g. Any other kind $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 8 - NATURAL FOODS
a. Baked Goods 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 9 - SUGAR-FREE RECIPE
a. Baked Goods must be accompanied by recipe on index card 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 10 - LOW OR NO CHOLESTEROL RECIPE
a. Baked Goods must be accompanied by recipe on index card 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 11 - INTERNATIONAL RECIPE
a. Baked Goods must be accompanied by recipe on index card 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 12 - STATE BAKING CONTESTS
a. Adult Baking Contest 1st $5.00 and State Ribbon 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th $2.00
b. Apple Pie Contest 1st $5.00 and State Ribbon 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th $2.00
NOTE: Men may compete in other classes.
Canned Goods
Rules
All articles entered must have been canned since September of last year.
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time. Entries cannot be removed before 6:30 p.m. Sunday.
Entries not removed before 7:00 p.m. Sunday, will be considered being donated to the Fair.
No peppers with a scoville rating of 16,000 or higher (example: Ghost Peppers) will be accepted in any form.
Entries Must Have:
Proper labels-neat and easily read.
Name of Product
Variations-such as: Salt Free or Dietetic
Name of Person: Omitted
Jams and Jellies must have paraffin or be in self-sealed jars.
Judging will be in the following sequence:
1. Jar and Seal
2. Appearance
3. Taste
4. Product - Jars to be opened
Collections
4 to 6 Jars per collection
Uniform Containers
Proper labels
Overall appearance
Jars-Not to be opened
Trophy
Lions Memorial Trophy will be awarded to the one person who has accumulated the most points based on:
Five points for First prize – ribbon
Three points for Second prize – ribbon
Two points for Third prize – ribbon
One point for Fourth prize – ribbon
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - BEST COLLECTIONS
a. Assorted Jam and/or Jelly 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Assorted Vegetables 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 2 - BEST JAR OF JUICE
a. Any Juice 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 3 - BEST JAR OF PICKLES
a. Beets 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Bread and Butter 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Cucumber Dill Pickle 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Any other Dill Variety 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Sweet Pickle 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
f. Green Tomato Pickle 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
g. Hot Pickle Variety 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
h. Hot Peppers (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
i. Garden Salad Mixture 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
j. Eggplant Variety in oil 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
k. Any other Pickles 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 4 - BEST JAR OF RELISH
a. Hot Chile Sauce 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Pepper Relish (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Salsa 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Hot Pepper Relish (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Any Other Relish 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 5 - BEST JAR OF VEGETABLES
a. Beets 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Stewed Tomatoes 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Whole Tomatoes. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Peppers (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Sauerkraut 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
f. Any Other Vegetable 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 6 - SAUCE
a. Spaghetti Sauce 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Dessert Sauce 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Any Other Sauce 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 7 - BEST JAR OF FRUIT
a. Apple Sauce 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Peaches. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Pears 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Any Other Single Fruit 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 8 - BEST JAR OF JAM
a. Blackberry 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Blueberry. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Grape 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Peach 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Raspberry 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
f. Strawberry 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
g. Black Raspberry Jam 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
h. Any Other Fruit Jam 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
i. Any Other Vegetable Jam (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 9 - BEST JAR OF JELLY
a. Apple 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Currant 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Grape 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Mint 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Any Fruit Combination Jelly 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
f. Any Other Jelly (No peppers with Scoville rating > 16,000) 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 10 - CONSERVES, MARMALADES, BUTTERS, HONEY, AND SYRUP
a. Conserve for Meat Accompaniment 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
b. Conserve for Bread Accompaniment. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
c. Any Other Marmalade 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
d. Apple-Butter. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
e. Any Other Butter. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
f. Light Honey 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
g. Dark Honey 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
h. Maple Syrup 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
i. Any other syrup. 1st $7.00 2nd $6.00 3rd $5.00 4th Ribbon
Flowers
Rules
1. Each Exhibitor may have only one entry in each category and must be present to enter their entries.
2. All Exhibits in Horticulture Class must have been grown by the Exhibitor
3. Water is available at the Fair Grounds.
4. Glass Vases will be provided as containers for all Horticulture Exhibits (except as noted).
5. Entries must be received on Wednesday between 1:00PM and placed by 9:00PM at the Kaminski Building on the Berlin Lions Fairgrounds. No entries will be accepted after that time.
6. Exhibits will be Judged at 8:00AM on Thursday, Exhibits may not be viewed until Judging is completed.
7. Entries cannot be removed before 6:30PM Sunday. Entries not removed by 7:00PM will be considered as being donated to the Fair.
8. CONTAINERS AND PLANTS ARE ENTERED AT THE OWNER’S RISK, THE BERLIN LIONS CLUB CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE.
9. No material on the conservation list shall be used in any exhibit, including but not limited to, Trailing Arbutus, Wild Lily-of-The Valley, Partridge-Berry, Checker-Berry, Climbing Night Shade and Ferns.
10. ROSETTES will be awarded during Judging as follows;
a. Best Arrangement – Showcase Theme
b. Best Arrangement – General Theme
c. Most first place awards in Horticulture Class
d. Most first place awards in Plant Category
e. Most first place awards in Arrangement Category
f. Best in Show – Horticulture Class
g. Best in Show - Plants
11. All classes are competitive and open to the Public. All Judging is done by an accredited federation Judges, their decisions are final.
SPECIAL NOTES;
Wilted Foliage shall be removed. Entries WITHOUT foliage will not be allowed to enter. Entries will be judged for straight stems, clean foliage, and fresh blooms and must be free from insects, disease, dirt, etc. Single blooms should be disbudded but do not remove foliage.
ONLY ONE ENTRY PER FAMILY PER CATEGORY PERMITTED. ARTIFICIAL PLASTIC OR SILK FLOWERS ARE NOT PERMITTED. FRUIT, PAINTING OR DYING OF DRIED MATERIAL IS ACCEPATBLE ONLY WHERE SPECIFIED. PAINTING OR DYING OF FRESH FLOWERS IS NOT PERMITTED IN ANY CATEGORY. ALL MECHANICS, i.e. OASIS, TAPE OR OTHERS MUST BE CONCEALED FROM VIEW.
Arrangement Themes
A. Showcase Theme: “HELPING HANDS”
Lions are all about helping and serving, in that same spirit, choose a Charity you want to honor in this artistic expression of caring. The designer’s choice of flowers in the arrangement reflecting the Charities colors. The arrangement should include a print out or brochure of the organization. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 20” and the width of the base shall not exceed 12”. The Lions will donate, in the designers name $50.00 to the Charity of the winning arrangement.
General Themes
B. “Pick a painting”- Do an arrangement that is inspired by a famous painting. Include the name of the painting and artist, along with a small size 6” x 6” image of the painting to be set next to the arrangement. Container and flowers of the designers choice. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 16”
C. “ COOKING UP SOMETHING SPECIAL”- This is an arrangement in a pot, pan,or other baking dish. The arrangement may include cooking utensils. Be creative and set it on a printed recipe that uses the item(s) you choose to feature. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 14”.
D. “TAKE A HIKE”- This arrangement of all wildflowers that you may have gathered on a hike. This will remind others to stop and take a closer look at the beauty around them, you may use some dried elements in the arrangement, but the majority should be living. Place the arrangement in a natural container i.e. wood box, stone, etc. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 16”.
E. “COLORS OF THE RAINBOW” - The spectacle of a Rainbow lets us all appreciate its natural beauty and colorful display. Please let the colors flow creating a wildly colorful arrangement using flowers of your choice. The arrangement should be placed in just as colorful a container of your choice. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 16”.
F. “RUSTIC FARM HOUSE”- Create an arrangement that includes flowers that you would see on a farm. The arrangement would be placed in a galvanized container, such as a watering can, bucket or tray. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 16” and the width of the container should not exceed 14”.
G. “GIVE PEACE A CHANCE”- To coin “John Lennon” lets all “Give Peace a Chance” please use your own peaceful creativity in the arrangement. Also feel free to add peaceful messaging (peace sign). The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 14”.
H. “STRONGER TOGETHER FOR UKRAINE”- Please create an arrangement using the Ukraine colors of Blue and Yellow. Blue denotes the skies over the vast land, while Yellow stands for the grain growing in the hugh Wheat Fields beneath. You are encouraged to use blue and yellow accents, ribbon etc. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 16”, the container is the designers choice.
I. “SUPPORT OUR TROOPS”- Let’s show our continued support of our troops in designing a patriotic arrangement. The container should also continue with the patriotic theme. Please add one more patriotic accessory to the design. The height of the arrangement shall not exceed 18”.
Classes and Categories
Class 1 - Arrangements
Prizes listed in order (First - Second - Third - Fourth)
A. Helping Hands $15.00 $10.00 $7.00 Ribbon
B. Pick a Painting 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
C. Cooking up Something Special 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
D. Take a Hike 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
E. Colors of the Rainbow 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
F. Rustic Farm House 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
G. Give Peace a Chance 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
H. Stronger Together for Ukraine 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
I. Support our Troops 9.00 7.00 6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 2 - MINIATURE ARRANGEMENTS (UNDER 5")
a. Painted, dyed or dried material 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
b. Fresh material 1st $4.00 2nd $3.00 3rd $2.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 3 - SMALL ARRANGEMENTS (UNDER 8")
a. Painted, dyed or dried material $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
b. Fresh material $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
HORTICULTURE CLASS
This class calls for three (3) stems of flowers in a container, unless otherwise specified. Each stem may contain more than one (1) flower, (Buds are not permitted). All Dahlias (items 10-17) must have more than one (1) set of leaves. All leaves must remain above the water while in the container for all entries listed below. There is a limit of four (4) to six (6) flowers or stems in a collection. All flowers in collections must be of the same variety. Only one (1) entry will be accepted in each category. The designer my use their own container only in a collection or special cases with the Superintendents approval. Wild flowers are not accepted in any category. For smaller floral entries providing your own smaller vase so that entries with leaves remain above water is acceptable.
CLASS 5 - HORTICULTURE
01. Ageratum 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
02. Asters 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
03. Bachelor Buttons 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
04. Celosia - Feathered 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
05. Celosia - Coxcomb (Best Single Stem, multiple buds acceptable) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
06. Chrysanthenums (Any Type) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
07. Chrysanthenums (Need 3 different colors or variations) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
08. Coneflower1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
09. Cosmos 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
10. Dahlias (Best collection of same variety)* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
11. Dahlias, other types (any size or color)* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
12. Dahlias - Red (large single bloom, 6" or over)* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
13. Dahlias - Yellow (large single bloom, 6" or over)* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
14. Dahlias - White (large single bloom, 6" or over)* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
15. Dahlias - Red (small single bloom, 2"-6")* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
16. Dahlias - Yellow (small single bloom, 2"-6")* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
17. Dahlias - White (small single bloom, 2"-6")* 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
18. Daisy 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
19. Honesty (Money tree) $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
20. Hydrangea (must have leaves) $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
21. Impatiens - Standard or Double $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 Ribbon
22. Marigold dwarf - Yellow (up to 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
23. Marigold dwarf - Orange (up to 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
24. Marigold dwarf - Red (up to 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
25. Marigold large - Yellow (over 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
26. Marigold large - Orange (over 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
27. Marigold large - Red (over 2" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
28. Marigolds (any color or type) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
29. Petunias, Single Petals 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
30. Rose, Single Blossom (Disbudded) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
31. Roses, (Best collection of same variety) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
32. Roses, Miniature (Best collection of same variety) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
33. Roses, Old Garden (Best single blossom) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
34. Salvia, Blue1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
35. Salvia, Red 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
36. Salvia, any other color 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
37. Sedum 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
38. Snapdragon1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
39. Strawflowers 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
40. Sunflowers - Single Head (must be plastic covered, 6" or over) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
41. Sunflowers (with petals, up to 6" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
42. Zinnia Dwarf (up to 3" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
43. Zinnia Medium (up to 3-4" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
44. Zinnia Large (up to 4-5" diameter) 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
Plants
Plants may be judged in one classification only. Plants must be in a pot for at least three (3) months. All collections must be placed on a tray. There is a limit of 3 to 6 plants in a collection. All pots must be cleaned and free of dirt, mold and any debris. Special leaf treatment such as plant or leaf shine, or other means is not permitted.
CLASS 5 - PLANTS
a. *African Violets, Individual plant 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
b. Bonsai 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
c. Cacti 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
d. Dish Gardens & Terrariums 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
e. Hanging Flowering Plant 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
f. Hanging Non-Flowering Plant 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
g. Individual Flowering Plant in Bloom 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
h. Individual non-flowering plants 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
i. Succulent, Individual 1st $5.00 2nd $4.00 3rd $3.00 4th Ribbon
* Single Crown permitted only, must have 12 to 24 flowers showing in bloom
Fruit
Rules
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time.
Plates for Exhibits will be furnished by the Berlin Fair.
No exhibit can be removed before 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, all items not removed before 7:00 p.m. Sunday will be considered donated to the fair. All entries must have been grown by exhibitor.
A Best in Show rosette will be awarded to the exhibitor winning the greatest total cash award for fruit entries.
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - SINGLE PLATE OF 5 APPLES
a. Red Delicious 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
b. Cortland 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
c. Crab. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
d. Matsu 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
e. Golden Delicious 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
f. Macoun 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
g. McIntosh 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
h. Rome Beauty 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
i. Any other Winter Apple. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 2 - SINGLE PLATE OF 5 PEARS
a. Bartlett 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
b. Bosc 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
c. Early Winter. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
d. Seckel. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
e. Sheldon 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
f. DeVoe. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
CLASS 3 - FLAT BOXES OF APPLES
a. Matsu 1st $15.00 2nd $10.00 3rd $8.00 4th $2.00
b. Cortland 1st $15.00 2nd $10.00 3rd $8.00 4th $2.00
c. Delicious 1st $15.00 2nd $10.00 3rd $8.00 4th $2.00
d. McIntosh 1st $15.00 2nd $10.00 3rd $8.00 4th $2.00
e. Any Other Kind Winter Apple. 1st $15.00 2nd $10.00 3rd $8.00 4th $2.00
CLASS 4 - OTHER FRUITS
a. Grapes, any one variety, 3 bunches 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
b. Grapes, seedless, 3 bunches. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
c. Peaches, any kind (5). 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
d. Plums, any kind (5). 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
e. Raspberries, 1 pint basket. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
f. Watermelon -Round (1 fruit) 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
g. Watermelon -Long (1 fruit) 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
h. Nuts, 1 quart, current crop. 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
i. Figs, green or black, 5 per plate 1st $6.00 2nd $5.00 3rd $4.00 4th Ribbon
j. Other -- -- -- --
Notice to All Exhibitors: All Fruits will be judged for perfection and awards will be given only as the judge designates.
Needlework
Rules
Sandi Roche, Supt.
Michelle Blouin, Asst Supt.
NEW This Year 2023! A donation box for new Crochet or Knit items to be donated to a Charitable cause (yet to be determined). Thank you for participating in this activity!
Articles must have been made by the exhibitors, and completed within the past 12 months or not previously exhibited in the Berlin Fair. Only amateurs should enter. Judging will be on quality of work and overall appearance. Only one item may be entered in each category for Judging.
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Because of the necessity of arranging articles nothing will be accepted after 9:00 pm Wednesday evening.
Entries must remain on public exhibit until 6:00 p.m. Sunday.
A Special Rosette Awarded and $10.00 premium for Best Knitting, Best Crochet, Best Embroidery, Best Sewing, and Best Quilted Item. Entries can be removed from 6:30-7:00 P.M. on Sunday only.
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1- CROCHETING
a. Afghan $7.00 $5.00 $3.00 Ribbon
b. Article made by Senior $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
c. Baby Afghan or Blanket 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Baby Sweater Set 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
e. Bed Spread 7.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
f. Bureau Scarf 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
g. Centerpiece over 14 inches 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
h. Doily 3.00 2.00 1.00 Ribbon
i. Dolls 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
j. Dress 5.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
k. Hand Bag 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
l. Hat 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
m. Holiday Theme 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
n. Mittens, Gloves 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
o. Pot-Holders set off 2 3.00 2.00 1.00 Ribbon
p. Scarves 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
q. Shawl 5.00 4.00 3.00 Ribbon
r. Socks, Booties 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
s. Stole, Cape, or Poncho 5.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
t. Sweater or Jacket 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
u. Tablecloth 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
v. Toys 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
w. Vest 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
x. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 2 - CROSS STITCH
a. Picture $4.00 $4.00 $2.00 Ribbon
b. Pillow 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
c. Sampler 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 3 - COUNTED CROSS STITCH
a. Articles made by Senior Citizen $5.00 $4.00 $2.00 Ribbon
b. Holiday Theme 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
c. Pictures 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Sampler 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
e. Miscellaneous 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 4 - EMBROIDERY/NEEDLEWORK
a. Pillow Slips 3.00 2.00 1.00 Ribbon
b. Runner 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
c. Towels 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
e. Embroidery/Crewel, Holiday, Tablecloth 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 5 - KNITTING
a. Afghan $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Article made by Senior 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
c. Baby Blanket 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Boiled or Felted 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
e. Garment-Childs 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
f. Hand-Spun Yarn 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
g. Hat 3.00 2.00 1.00 Ribbon
h. Holiday Theme 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
i. Infant Set 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
j. Mittens, Gloves 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
k. Scarves 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon.
l. Shawl 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
m. Socks, Slippers 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
n. Stole, Poncho or Cape 7.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
o. Sweater-Childs 7.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
p. Sweater-Ladies 7.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
q. Sweater-Mens 7.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
r. Vest 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
s. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 6 - PILLOWS
a. Appliqued 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
b. Article made by Senior Citizen 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
c. Pieced 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 7 - QUILT or BEDSPREAD
a. Appliqued–Hand $10.00 $8.00 $5.00 Ribbon
b. Appliqued–Machine 10.00 8.00 5.00 Ribbon
c. Article made by Senior 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Baby Quilt 7.00 6.00 4.00 Ribbon
e. Clothing 6.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
f. Combination 10.00 8.00 5.00 Ribbon
g. Embroidery 7.00 6.00 4.00 Ribbon
h. Holiday Theme 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
i. Machine Pieced 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
j. Machine Quilted 10.00 8.00 5.00 Ribbon
k. Miniature 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
l. Pieced-Hand 10.00 8.00 2.00 Ribbon
m. Pillow 5.00 4.00 5.00 Ribbon
n. Pocket Book-Tote 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
o. Sampler 7.00 6.00 4.00 Ribbon
p. State Quilt Contest Rosette
q. Wall Hanging 6.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
r. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 8 - RECYCLED/GREEN
a. Miscellaneous $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 9 - SEWING
a. Apron $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
b. Article made by Senior 5.00 4.00 3.00 Ribbon
c. Top 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
d. Costume 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
e. Dress 6.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
f. Formal Wear 7.00 6.00 4.00 Ribbon
g. Skirt 5.00 4.00 2.00 Ribbon
h. Toys 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
i. Two-Piece Outfit 6.00 5.00 3.00 Ribbon
j. Miscellaneous 4.00 3.00 2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 10 - WEAVING
a. Wall-Hanging $5.00 $4.00 $2.00 Ribbon
b. Miscellaneous $5.00 $4.00 $2.00 Ribbon
CLASS 11 - MISCELLANEOUS
a. Miscellaneous $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Ribbon
Photography
Rules
Limit 2 entries per person per item in each class
Only prints in noted sizes will be accepted
All 5″x7″ photos must be mounted in 8″x10″ mats
All 8″x10″ photos must be mounted in 11″x14″ mats
Incorrect size, picture frames or plastic display cases will not be accepted
Name and Address on Back only.
No oval or diamond shaped mounts, no plastic protectors allowed.
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time.
All entries must be claimed by owner or duly appointed representative at close of exhibit Sunday night.
The Berlin Fair will not accept photographs which have won awards in previous Berlin Fairs.
Cropping, sharpening, level and color adjustment are allowed.
Digital manipulations – posterization, digital montage (putting a polar bear in a beach scene), cloning (either in or out) is prohibited. If the judges can detect a digital manipulation, then the photo will be disqualified.
Entries by professional photographers will not be accepted in any class. A professional photographer is defined as having one’s own studio or a significant portion of your income comes from photography.
Judging
Judging will be by accomplished photographers on: 1. Appeal, 2. Technical quality, 3. Composition, only in approved class and mount. No judging will be done in any size or classification unless entries are made by 3 or more exhibitors.
A Best in Show will be awarded for the best 5×7 or 8×10 print and will receive a $50 premium.
Snapshot Contests
1. Color Only
2. Only Commercially printed, unmounted snapshots will be accepted. (Limit 2 per person per category.)
3. Snapshots should be 4″ x 6″ or smaller. Name, address on back side.
4. Snapshots must be taken of Berlin Fair for entry in “Our Berlin Fair”
5. Berlin Fair snapshots open to all contestants.
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - BLACK AND WHITE 5X7
a. Portraits; formal and informal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Flowers and plant life $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Sea and landscapes $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Agriculture, and animal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
e. Architecture $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
f. Candid and miscellaneous $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
g. Digital or camera manipulation - creativity $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 2 - BLACK AND WHITE 8X10
a. Portraits; formal and informal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Flowers and plant life $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Sea and landscapes $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Agricultural, and animal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
e. Architecture $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
f. Candid and miscellaneous $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
g. Digital or camera manipulation - creativity $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 3 - COLOR 5X7
a. Portraits; formal and informal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Flowers and plant life $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Sea and landscapes $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Agriculture, and animal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
e. Architecture $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
f. Candid and miscellaneous $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
g. Digital or camera manipulation - creativity $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 4 - COLOR 8X10
a. Portraits; formal and informal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
b. Flowers and plant life $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
c. Sea and landscapes $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
d. Agriculture, and animal $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
e. Architecture $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
f. Candid and miscellaneous $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
g. Digital or camera manipulation - creativity $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
CLASS 5 - SNAPSHOT CONTEST
a. Our Berlin Fair $10.00 $8.00 $6.00 Ribbon
Vegetables
Rules
A Best in Show rosette will be awarded to the exhibitor winning the greatest total cash awards for Vegetables.
Where there is no competition in any one Class and but one entry, an award of second prize will be given, if the entry is good. In some cases, third will be given if warranted.
All entries must have been grown by exhibitor.
Entries will be received at the Kaminski Building Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. No entries will be accepted after this time.
All Exhibits not removed before 7:00 P.M. Sunday will be donated to the Friendship Center.
Judging Pointers for Vegetables
Excellent
Clean, Free from Injury
Not over 2% waste and not more than slightly affecting the appearance.
Uniform in Size, Shape and Color
Not over 10% in variation.
Of the Best Market Size and Quality
True to variety type.
Beets – 1 1/2 to 3″
Carrots – 1 to 2 1/2″
Onions-over 2″
Potatoes-6 to 10 oz.
Good
Clean, Free from Damage
Not over 5% waste and not distinctly damaging appearance.
Fairly Uniform in Size, Shape and Color
Not over 25% in variation.
Of Good Market Size and Quality
Fairly true to variety type.
Beets-over 1 1/4 and under 3 1/2″
Carrots – 3/4 to 2 3/4″
Onions-over 1 3/4″
Potatoes-over 5 and under 12 oz.
Worthy
Fairly Clean, Free From Serious Damage
Not over 10% waste and not seriously damaging appearance.
Fairly Uniform in Size, Shape and Color
Less than 100% in variation.
Of Fair Market Size and Quality
Beets-over 1 and under 4″
Carrots-3/4 to 3″
Onions-over 1 1/2″
Potatoes-over 4 and under 14 oz.
Unworthy
Dirty, Seriously Damaged
By disease, insects, mechanical or other means.
Extreme Difference in Size, Shape and Color
Plate unworthy if largest specimen is twice the size of the smallest on that plate.
Below or above Size Limits for Worthy
One or a combination of the above points may make the exhibit unworthy.
Best Farm Exhibit Booth
Table space to be up to 10 feet of frontage. Exhibit to be arranged by exhibitor and may include any farm product raised by the exhibitor.
Exhibit will be judged on the following:
Originality of arrangement
Quality of Products
Number of Varieties
Fair Committee reserves the right to refuse any entry it does not consider eligible.
Classes and Categories
CLASS 1 - BEANS (10 PODS PER PLATE)
a. Green Flat Pod $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Green Round Pod $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Lima, bush or pole $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Yellow Flat Pod $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Yellow Round Pod $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Pole Beans, Any Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 2 - BEETS (5 PER PLATE)
a. Detroit Dark Red $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Other Varieties $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 3 - CABBAGE (SINGLE-LEAVES ON)
a. Brussels Sprouts $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Green Round $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Green Flat $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Red Round $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Red Flat $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Savoy $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 4 - CARROTS (5 PER PLATE)
a. Long $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Half Long $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 5 - CAULIFLOWER
a. Single $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 6 - CELERY
a. One Bunch $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 7 - CORN (6 EARS - ONE-HALF OF HUSK REMOVED)
a. Yellow Sweet Corn (Hybrid) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. White Sweet Corn (Hybrid) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Bi-Color Sweet Corn $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Indian Corn $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Popcorn - Any Color $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 8 - CUCUMBERS
a. Pickling (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Ripe, Yellow (3 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Slicing, Green (3 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 9 - EGGPLANT (TWO FRUITS EACH)
a. Purple $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Oriental $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 10 - ENDIVE
a. One Plant $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 11 - GARLIC
a. 3 Heads $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 12 - HERBS (1 BUNCH/PLANT IN WATER)
a. Basil $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Mint $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Parsley $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Sage $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Any Other Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 13 - KALE
a. One Plant $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 14 - KOHLRABI
a. 3 per plate $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 15 - LEEKS
a. 3 bulbs per plate $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 16 - LETTUCE (1 HEAD)
a. Any Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 17 - ONIONS (5 BULBS PER PLATE)
a. Red flat $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Red round $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Shallots $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Spanish $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. White flat $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. White round $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Yellow flat $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Yellow round $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 18 - PARSNIPS
a. Parsnips (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 19 - PEPPERS (5 PER PLATE)
a. Green, large sweet $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Green, hot long $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Green, hot cherry $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Green, sweet frying $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Red, large sweet $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Red, hot long $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Red, hot cherry $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Yellow $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
i. Miniature Hots $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
j. Habenero $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
k. Jalapeno $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
l. Any Other Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 20 - POTATOES (5 PER PLATE)
a. Chippewas $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Cobblers $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Green Mountain $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Katahdins $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Kennebec $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Red $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Sweet (yams) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Other Varieties $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 21 - POTATOES (PECK)
a. Chippewas $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Cobblers $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Green Mountain $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Katahdins $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Kennebec $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Red $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Sweet (yams) $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Other Varieties $8.00 $6.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 22 - PUMPKINS (SINGLE)
a. New England Pie $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Connecticut Field $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 23 - PUMPKINS (LARGEST)
a. Largest $100.00 $75.00 $50.00 Ribbon
CLASS 24 - RHUBARB
a. 5 stalks per plate $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 25 - SPINACH
a. New Zealand-One plant $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 26 - SQUASH - SUMMER (2 PER PLATE)
a. Green $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Patty pan $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Yellow $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Any Other Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 27 - SQUASH - WINTER
a. Acorn (2 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Butternut (2 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Blue Hubbard (single) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Delicata (2 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Green Hubbard (single) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Spaghetti (single) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Turbin (single) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Any Other Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 28 - SQUASH - LARGEST (ON SPECIMEN)
a. Hubbard or Marrow $30.00 $20.00 $10.00 Ribbon
CLASS 29 - SWISS CHARD
a. One Plant $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 30 - TOMATOES
a. Red Cherry (10 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
b. Green Cherry (10 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
c. Yellow Cherry (10 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
d. Pear (10 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
e. Italian Plum (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
f. Green, large fruited (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
g. Red, large fruited (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
h. Yellow, large fruited (5 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
i. Grape (10 per plate) $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
j. Any Other Variety $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 31 - TURNIPS
a. 5 per plate $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 32 - ANY OTHER VEGETABLE
a. Any other vegetable $6.00 $5.00 $4.00 Ribbon
CLASS 33 - BEST FARM EXHIBIT/DISPLAY
All Farm Displays must be 4 feet high X 4 feet deep X 4 feet wide.
Exhibit to be arranged by exhibitor and may include farm products raised by the exhibitor.
Exhibit will be judged on the following"
1. Originality of Arrangement
2. Quality of Products
3. Number of Varieties
Prizes: First. $50.00 Second, $40.00 Third, $30.00 Fourth, $20.00
Fair Committee reserves the right to refuse any entry it does not consider eligible.