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Judging for vegetables and fruits will begin on Friday at 1:00 p.m. CANNED GOODSClass 13To be entered by 12 Noon, Friday. Jars should be of uniform size.
HONEY, DAIRY, POULTRY PRODUCTS, etc.Class 14
COOKING CONTESTSClass 15BLUE HILL FAIR All Pies entered must meet State of Maine pie contest regulations. These include: Use only Blueberries for fruit, pies must be two crusted and must be accompanied by the complete recipe printed on a recipe card. Recipe should include a complete list of ingredients and instructions for both filling and crust. Do not put a name on the recipe card. Recipes are not available to the public. Please bring pies in a container you do not want returned. Pies will be accepted until 12 noon on Saturday, with judging at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. After the contest, pies will be sold with monies dedicated to the maintenance of the Exhibition Hall. Pies may be purchased for a $6 fee. Prizes: 1st - $100; 2nd- $60; 3rd-$40. This contest is sponsored by the Wild Blueberry Association. Please bring pies in a container you do not want returned. Pies and Muffins become property of the Blue Hill Fair and will be sold after the contests. BLUE HILL FAIR Each entrant will enter three blueberry muffins on Saturday morning or earlier, with the judging on Saturday afternoon. Prizes: 1st- $50, 2nd- $30, 3rd- $20 This contest is sponsored by G.M. Allen & Sons GRANGE EXHIBITS
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They shall have been in possession of Exhibitor at least ONE YEAR and can only be entered once.
| 1st | 2nd | |
| Flowering plants | $5 | $3 |
| Foliage Plants | $5 | $3 |
QUALITY is important! The Blue Hill Fair reserves the right to reject any plants due to lack of space or inferior quality.
The Decision of the judges will be final.
The Blue Hill Fair reserves the right to display plants wherever most convenient. Plants may be displayed in hanging pots. Judging on all plants will be on the plant itself, not the container. Bottles provided, please do not bring jars or bottles to be saved for pick-up.
The NEIL A. RAYMOND MEMORIAL CUP will be awarded for the best flowering house plant. $25 will accompany the cup; 2nd place $15. A Blue Ribbon and $25 will be awarded to the best foliage house plant; 2nd place $15.
SEASONAL HANGING BASKET OR POT
Any annual flowering or foliage plant used in an outdoor setting for the summer season only. Will not be eligible for the Neil A. Raymond Memorial cup. Same rules apply except for the one-year possession.
SPECIAL PREMIUMS
Coastal Maine Farming
1. Blueberry Luncheon
Stage a luncheon table for two that includes a centerpiece appropriate to title. Should measure no more than 24" square.
2. Winter in Maine
A festive arrangement highlighted by native plants for a holiday centerpiece. 24" x 24" table space.
3. Garden Scarecrow-For Kids Only
Assemble a scarecrow using Maine-inspired materials with at least 1 live element. Please keep to a height no more than 6' and 3 feet of floor space
GARDEN CLUBS 2011
"At Home in Maine"
Displays should showcase native Maine species as well as hardy species blended together. Show relation of plants to the sea and the forest.
Entries will be judged on: Best Representation of Theme; Use of Space Provided; Variety & Quality of plant material.
Plant list and Club name are to be posted with display. Reservations to be place by August 20, 2010
Jane Moon:
(207) 422-3142 Eves.
(207) 667-7134 Days
Superintendents:
Demonstration Coordinator
EXHIBITORS NOTE
DAYS TO ENTER EXHIBITS WILL BE TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 9AM TO 9PM AND WEDNESDAY AUGUST 31, 9AM TO 9PM ONLY
All articles must be new and assembled for display or hanging; any not neatly prepared will be automatically disqualified. Articles are to be entered in the name of the person who made them. Number of items to be entered may be limited.
All items must be new. Items being entered must have been completed within the last Blue Hill Fair calendar year. (Sept. 2, 2010-Aug. 30, 2011).
Quality is important: even if an article is the only one in its class, it may not receive a prize. Tie and snip threads, finish off seams, clean & press neatly, and put hangers on hangings.
Any articles not clean and properly prepared will be disqualified.
Categories:
Any entry, not previously awarded a premium, made by a person age 80 or over, will receive a prize equal to a first in the category entered.
ENTRY DAYS & HOURS
Please Read Carefully!!!!!! Entries will be taken on Tuesday & Wednesday August 30 and August 31 ONLY!!!!! This is to enable judging to take place prior to opening of Fair.
Articles may be entered in Arts & Crafts during the following times:
Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Judging will take place on Thursday at 10 a.m.
Crafters will be demonstrating their various crafts during the fair. Traditional, new and unique crafts will be demonstrated and featured as space allows.
All items must remain in the Arts and Crafts building until 6 p.m. on Labor Day.
Exhibitors must present slips to pick up items.
The Arts & Crafts Building will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. the day after Labor Day so exhibitors may pick up their articles.
Art Coordinator:
All ART WORK MUST BE FRAMED OR MATTED, WITH EYELETS AND WIRE ON BACK!
EXHIBITORS ARE LIMITED TO TOTAL OF 6 ENTRIES FROM THE CATEGORIES BELOW, BUT NOT 6 IN EACH CATEGORY. EXHIBITORS HAVE THE OPTION OF ENTERING 6 PICTURES IN ONE CATEGORY OR ONE FROM SIX DIFFERENT CATEGORIES.
Contact Michael Duffy at (207) 244-0493 with any questions.
Acrylic, Charcoal, Pen & Ink, Pencil, Pastels, Oil Paintings, Watercolors
Categories for all Art Exhibits are as follows:
Adult |
Teen |
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| 1st | 2nd | 1st | 2nd | |
| Abstract | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Animal | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Birds | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Bugs | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Buildings | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Collage | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Human Interest | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Landscape | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Nautical (Boats, Buoys, Lighthouses, etc.) | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Night Scenes | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Plant Life Flower | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Plant Life Non-Flower | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Portrait | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Seascape | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
| Still Life | $8 | $6 | $6 | $4 |
Face painting will be done again this year.
PHOTOGRAPHY
(Must be Framed, Matted & Wired)
(Limited to 6 Entries)
Black & White
Color
CATEGORIES FOR ALL PHOTGRAPHS AS FOLLOWS:
Adult |
Teen |
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| 1st | 2nd | 1st | 2nd | |
| Abstract | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Animals | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Birds | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Bugs | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Buildings | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Collage | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Human Interest | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Landscape | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Nautical (Boats, Buoys, Lighthouses, etc.) | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Night Scenes | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Plant Life Flower | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Plant Life Non-Flower | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Portrait | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Seascape | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| Still Life | $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
(Altered Reality)
This includes modifications done in the darkroom, on the computer, or in the camera.
Adult |
Teen |
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| 1st | 2nd | 1st | 2nd |
| $4 | $3 | $4 | $3 |
| AFGHANS & BEDSPREADS (Block and Measure Before Bringing) |
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| 1st | 2nd | |
| Small (Approx. 42 x 60) | ||
| Patriotic | $7 | $5 |
| Plain | $7 | $5 |
| Fancy | $9 | $7 |
| Medium (Approx. 48 x 62) | ||
| Patriotic | $9 | $7 |
| Plain | $9 | $7 |
| Fancy | $10 | $8 |
| Large (Approx. 58 x 70) | ||
| Patriotic | $11 | $9 |
| Plain | $11 | $9 |
| Fancy | $12 | $10 |
APRONS |
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| 1st | 2nd | |
| Appliquéd | $4 | $3 |
| Patchwork | $4 | $3 |
| Plain | $3 | $2 |
| Child's | $3 | $2 |
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BABY GOODS
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1st | 2nd |
| Afgans knitted or crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| Booties | $3 | $2 |
| Dresses-knitted or crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| Fleece | $4 | $3 |
| Jackets- knitted or crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Mittens-knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Sweaters-knitted or crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| 3-Piece Sets-knitted or crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| 2-Piece Sets-knitted or crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| BAGS | 1st | 2nd |
| Embroidered with yarn | $3 | $2 |
| Crocheted or Knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Crewel | $3 | $2 |
| Macramé | $4 | $3 |
| Patchwork | $4 | $3 |
| Patriotic | $4 | $3 |
| Quilted | $4 | $3 |
| Felted | $6 | $5 |
| BASKETS | 1st | 2nd |
| Handmade basket-large | $5 | $4 |
| Handmade basket-medium | $4 | $3 |
| BUREAU SCARVES OR TABLE RUNNERS | 1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| Crocheted Trim | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered | $3 | $2 |
| Liquid Embroidery | $3 | $2 |
| Quilted | $3 | $2 |
| Tatted Trim | $3 | $2 |
| CENTERPIECES (18 Inches) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted or tatted | $4 | $3 |
| Crocheted or tatted trim | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered (floss or Liquid) | $3 | $2 |
| Knitted | $4 | $3 |
| CERAMICS | 1st | 2nd |
| Ceramics | $5 | $4 |
| CROCHETED APPAREL | 1st | 2nd |
| Coats | $6 | $5 |
| Dresses | $6 | $5 |
| Hats | $4 | $3 |
| Mittens | $3 | $2 |
| Suit | $6 | $5 |
| Sweaters (women) | $6 | $5 |
| Sweaters (men) | $6 | $5 |
| DOILIES (Large & Small) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted or knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered (floss or Liquid) | $3 | $2 |
| Tatted | $3 | $2 |
| DOLL CLOTHES |
1st | 2nd |
| Dresses | $3 | $2 |
| Sweaters | $3 | $2 |
| Coats | $3 | $2 |
| Sets | $4 | $2 |
| DOLLS-DRESSED | 1st | 2nd |
| Porcelain (no figurines) | $4 | $3 |
| Original Heads or Reproductions | $4 | $3 |
| China Head | $4 | $3 |
| Crocheted Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Broom Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Cloth Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Soft Sculptured Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Cabbage Patch doll | $4 | $3 |
| Modern Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Miniature Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Novelty Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Rag Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Teddy Bear | $4 | $3 |
| Old Fashioned Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Clown Doll | $4 | $3 |
| Stuffed Animal or Toy | $4 | $3 |
| Any Other | $4 | $3 |
| HANDKERCHIEFS (Group of 3 Only) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Tatted | $3 | $2 |
| HOLDERS (Group of 3 Only) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Patchwork | $3 | $2 |
| Appliquéd | $3 | $2 |
| Dishcloths (set of 4) | $3 | $2 |
| JEWELRY |
1st | 2nd |
| All jewelry | $4 | $3 |
| KNITTED APPAREL |
1st | 2nd |
| Adult Coats & Dresses | $6 | $5 |
| Mittens (Adult) | $4 | $3 |
| Adult Hats | $3 | $2 |
| Adult Headbands | $3 | $2 |
| Scarves | $3 | $2 |
| Adult Socks | $4 | $3 |
| Hand-Spun, Hand-Dyed | $6 | $5 |
| Child’s Hat | $3 | $2 |
| Child’s Mittens | $3 | $2 |
| Child’s Sweaters | $3 | $2 |
| Child’s Sets (Mitten & Hat) | $4 | $3 |
| Child's Socks | $4 | $3 |
*Knit Felted Items will Receive Higher Premiums
| LUNCH SETS (5-Piece Minimum) |
1st | 2nd |
| Appliquéd | $3 | $2 |
| Cross Stitch | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered (floss or Liquid) | $3 | $2 |
| MISCELLANEOUS (With no Categories) |
1st | 2nd |
| Lamp with Shade | $4 | $3 |
| Lamp Shade Only | $3 | $2 |
| Scrapbooks | $7 | $5 |
| Tole Painting | $4 | $3 |
| Any Other | $4 | $3 |
| PICTURES (Framed and Wired) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Cross Stitch | $5 | $3 |
| Counted Cross Stitch | $8 | $5 |
| Crewel | $5 | $3 |
| Embroidered | $3 | $2 |
| Needlepoint | $5 | $3 |
| Quilted | $3 | $2 |
| PILLOWS |
1st | 2nd |
| Appliquéd | $3 | $2 |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Cross Stitch | $3 | $2 |
| Crewel | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered | $3 | $2 |
| Hooked | $3 | $2 |
| Knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Patchwork | $3 | $2 |
| Patriotic | $3 | $2 |
| Needlepoint | $3 | $ |
| Quilted | $3 | $2 |
| PILLOW CASES |
1st | 2nd |
| Appliquéd | $3 | $2 |
| Crocheted or Tatted Trim | $3 | $2 |
| Cross Stitch | $3 | $2 |
| Cut Work | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered | $3 | $2 |
| PLASTIC CANVAS |
1st | 2nd |
| Small | $3 | $2 |
| Medium | $3 | $2 |
| Large | $4 | $3 |
| Fancy Lighted | $4 | $3 |
| PONCHOS |
1st | 2nd |
| Adult (Crocheted or Knitted) | $4 | $3 |
| Child (Crocheted or Knitted) | $3 | $2 |
| Fleece (Adult or Child) | $3 | $2 |
QUILTS (Block and Measure Before Bringing) |
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| Embroidered | 1st | 2nd |
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $6 | $4 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $8 | $6 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $10 | $8 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $12 | $10 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $14 | $12 |
| Appliquéd | ||
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $6 | $4 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $8 | $6 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $10 | $8 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $12 | $10 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $14 | $12 |
| Patchwork (Hand Quilted) | ||
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $8 | $6 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $10 | $8 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $12 | $10 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $14 | $12 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $16 | $14 |
| Patchwork (Machine Quilted) | ||
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $6 | $4 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $8 | $6 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $10 | $8 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $12 | $10 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $14 | $12 |
| Patchwork (Tied) | ||
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $5 | $3 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $7 | $5 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $8 | $6 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $9 | $7 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $10 | $8 |
| Preprinted | ||
| Lap or Baby (Approx. 45 x 55) | $3 | $2 |
| Twin (Approx. 54 x 90) | $5 | $4 |
| Double (Approx. (72 x 90) | $7 | $5 |
| Queen (Approx. 90 x 108) | $9 | $7 |
| King (Approx. 108 x 108) | $11 | $9 |
| RUGS |
1st | 2nd |
| Braided (Under 3x4) | $10 | $7 |
| Braided (Over 3x4) | $12 | $9 |
| Crocheted (Under 3x4) | $10 | $7 |
| Crocheted (Over 3x4) | $12 | $9 |
| Hooked Original (Under 3x4) | $12 | $9 |
| Hooked Commercial Pattern (Under 3x4) | $10 | $7 |
| Hooked Original (Over 3x4) | $14 | $11 |
| Hooked Commercial Pattern (Over 3x4) | $12 | $9 |
| Latched hooked | $6 | $4 |
| Persian | $15 | $10 |
| Rag Rug (Under 3 x 4) | $10 | $7 |
| Rag Rug (Over 3 x 4 ) | $12 | $9 |
| SHAWLS |
1st | 2nd |
| Adult (Crocheted or Knitted) | $3 | $2 |
| Child (Crocheted or Knitted) | $3 | $2 |
| SLIPPERS |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Fleece | $3 | $2 |
| STOLES |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $4 | $3 |
| Hair Pin Lace | $4 | $3 |
| SWEATERS |
1st | 2nd |
| Plain Knit | $5 | $4 |
| Pattern Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Icelandic Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Fisherman Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Fancy Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Bulky Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Hand-Spun, Hand-Knit | $6 | $5 |
| Machine Knit | $5 | $4 |
| Patriotic | $5 | $4 |
| TABLECLOTHES (52"x52" Minimum) |
1st | 2nd |
| Crocheted | $5 | $4 |
| Cross Stitch | $5 | $4 |
| Cut Work | $5 | $4 |
| Swedish Weave | $5 | $4 |
| Woven | $5 | $4 |
| TABLE MATS |
1st | 2nd |
| Braided | $3 | $2 |
| Crocheted | $3 | $2 |
| Fancy | $3 | $2 |
| Hooked | $3 | $2 |
| Quilted | $3 | $2 |
| TOWELS (4 in Set) |
1st | 2nd |
| Appliquéd | $3 | $2 |
| Crocheted Trim | $3 | $2 |
| Embroidered | $3 | $2 |
| VESTS |
1st | 2nd |
| Knitted | $3 | $2 |
| Quilted | $4 | $3 |
| Crocheted | $4 | $2 |
| Misc. | $4 | $2 |
| WALLHANGINGS | 1st | 2nd |
| Appliquéd | $7 | $4 |
| Needlepoint | $7 | $5 |
| Machine Quilted | $5 | $3 |
| Hand Quilted | $7 | $5 |
| Preprinted | $5 | $2 |
| Latched | $5 | $2 |
| WOODCARVING |
1st | 2nd |
| Animals | $6 | $5 |
| Birds | $6 | $5 |
| Decoys | $6 | $5 |
| Decorative Decoys | $6 | $5 |
| Folk Art | $6 | $5 |
| Miniatures | $6 | $5 |
| Relief Carving (Pictures, etc.) | $6 | $5 |
| Any Other | $6 | $5 |
CHRISTMAS
Christmas entries will judged separately.
Children’s exhibits judged separately
1st-$4 2nd-$3
Anyone may enter. All entries must contain beef as one the ingredients. Bring your favorite prepared beef recipe to the Livestock Show Ring by 7:30 PM on Friday. A list of ingredients must accompany the dish, and a complete recipe must be submitted at the time of the contest. Two judges will sample each entry and will determine the “Best.” If they can not agree, a third judge will sample both of their favorites and determine the winner. A $50 cash prize will be awarded to the winner. The winner may submit the recipe to be published in next year’s fair book.
Any type of cookie or bar is welcome, in the no-bake style. Three age Divisions:
Children Under 12 years
Young Adults 12-17
Adults 18 & Over
First Prize Each Division $100.00
Second Prize Each Division $50.00
Third Prize Each Division $25.00
Rules:
Judging Criteria: Taste 40%; Ease of Preparation 20%; Presentation 20%; Creativeness 20%
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The following is a listing of articles at the Blue Hill Fair for which may be exhibited. Included are appropriate times, number and any special instructions for preparation of items for exhibit.