Platte County Fair
Open Class
Premium Book
2014
July 7-13, 2014
Agricultural Park
Columbus, NE
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Table of Contents
Fair Schedule………………………………………………………………………………….….. Page 3
Platte County Agricultural Society ……………………………………………………………… Page 5
Agricultural Society General Rules & Regulations……………………………………………. Page 5
Open Class Superintendents…………………………………………………………………… Page 6
Open Class Division……………………………………………………………………………… Page 7
Department A - Poultry……………………………………………………………….… Page 8
Department B - Rabbits….…………………………………………...……...……….… Page 9
Department C - Field and Garden Crops…………………………………………...… Page 9
Department D - Floral…………………………………………...…………………….… Page 11
Department E - Baked Goods & Decorated Cakes…………………………………... Page 13
Department F - Canned Goods………………………………………..……………… Page 15
Department G - Fine Arts…….……………………………………………….................Page 16
Department H - Antiques……………………………………………………………….. Page 18
Department I - Photography………………………………..…………………….…… Page 20
Department J - Decorated Tables………………………………………………….
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Department K - Sensational Salsa Contest…………….………………………….… Page 21
Department L - Nebraska Made – Nebraska Grown……………….…………….… Page 22
Open Class Entry Sheet…………………………………………………………………………. Page 23
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74th ANNUAL PLATTE COUNTY FAIR
No Admission Charge to Grounds
Monday, July 7
7:30-11:30 a.m. - Enter Open Class Fine Arts & Antiques Exhibits - Exhibit Hall
8:00 a.m. - Enter 4-H Exhibit Hall exhibits according to Entry Schedule OR by 10:00 a.m. for non-interviewing judging - Home
Environment, Photography, Clothing, Favorite Foods Revue, School Enrichment
6:30 p.m. - 4-H Fashion Show - Exhibit Hall
Tuesday, July 8
8:00 a.m. - Sheep, Goat, Poultry and Rabbit pens available for arrival.
12:00-12:30 p.m. - Enter4-H Companion Animals -Exhibit Hall Stage
1:00 p.m. - Companion Animal Show – Exhibit Hall Stage
4:00-4:45 p.m. - Dog Check In
5:00 p.m. - Dog Show - Under Grandstand
Wednesday, July 9
7:30-11:30 a.m. - Enter Open Class Baked Goods, Canned Goods, Decorated Cakes, Floral, Photography, Field & Garden Crops Exhibit Hall
8:00 a.m. - Swine pens available
8:00 a.m. - Enter 4-H Exhibit Hall exhibits according to Entry Schedule OR by 10:00 a.m. for non-interviewing judging - Foods, Dec.
Foods, Horticulture, Wildlife, Science, Engineering & Technology, Citizenship, Child Development, Heritage, Safety, Clover Kids
12:00-3:00 p.m. - Enter 4-H & Open Class Poultry - Behlen Bldg.
1:00 p.m. - Beef stalls available
3:00 p.m. - All Goats in place - Goat Barn
3:00-3:30 p.m. - Weighing of 4-H & FFA Market Goats and Check-in of Breeding Goats
4:00 p.m. - All Sheep in place
4:00-4:30 p.m. - Weighing of Market Sheep and check-in of Breeding Sheep
5:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall Opens
6:00 p.m. - Midnight - Merriam’s Shows and Rides - Midway
6:30 p.m. - 4-H Talent Show Contest including 4-H Grand & Reserve Awards Show - Exhibit Hall
10:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall closed for the day
Thursday, July 10
7:00 a.m. - Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce Agri- Business Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - Sheep Show - Sheep & Hog Barn
10:00 a.m. - Senior Citizens Day & Luncheon - Exhibit Hall
11:00 a.m. - Midnight - Food Court
12:00-1:00 p.m. - Enter4-H & Open Class Rabbits, posters & equipment - Behlen Bldg.
12:00 Noon - Exhibit Hall Opens
1:00 p.m. - Midnight - Merriam’s Shows and Rides - Midway
1:00 p.m. - Goat Show - Sheep and Hog Barn
2:00 p.m. - All Beef and Dairy including Bucket Calves in place - Agricultural Park Arena
2:00-3:00 p.m. - Weigh-in of Market Beef and Check-in for Breeding Beef & Dairy & Bucket Calves
3:30 p.m. - 4-H Bicycle Rodeo - Grandstand (check-in 3:00 p.m.)
5:00 p.m. - Enter and Set up Open Class Decorated Table Exhibits - Exhibit Hall
6:30 p.m. - Open Class Decorated Table Contest
7:00 p.m. - Open Class Grand & Reserve Awards Show - Exhibit Hall
7:00 p.m. - Grandstand Entertainment - Nebraska Bush Pullers Tractor Pull
10:00 p.m. - All Swine in place
10:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall closed for the day
Friday, July 11
6:30-8:00 a.m. -Livestock Exhibitor Breakfast - Rosendahl Farms Seed & Feed
7:00-8:30 a.m. - Weigh-in/Tattooing of Swine - Hog and Sheep Barn
8:00 a.m. - Beef & Feeder Calf Show - Agricultural Park Arena
9:00 a.m. - Poultry Show - Behlen Barn - followed by Open Class Poultry
10:00 a.m. - Horses must be in place
11:00 a.m. - Midnight -Food Court
12:00 Noon - Exhibit Hall opens
12:00 Noon - Beef Exhibitor Luncheon - Platte Valley Cattlemen - Agricultural Park Arena
1:00 p.m. - Midnight - Merriam’s Shows and Rides - Midway
3:00 p.m. - Dairy Show - Agricultural Park Arena
3:00 p.m. - Bucket Calf Show (Interview first followed by Obstacle) - Agricultural Park Arena
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5:00 p.m. - Set up Open Class “Sensational Salsa” exhibits - Exhibit Hall
6:00 p.m. - Road south of race track will be closed
6:00 p.m. - Open Class “Sensational Salsa” Contest - Exhibit Hall
7:00 p.m. - Grandstand Entertainment
10:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall closed for the day
Saturday, July 12
6:30-9:00 a.m. - Swine Exhibitors Breakfast - Farm Credit Services of America, Husker Co-op., Pinnacle Bank, Cargill Ag-Horizons
8:00 a.m. - Swine Show - Hog and Sheep Barn
10:00 a.m. - Set up Open Class “Nebraska Made - Nebraska Grown” exhibits (must be pre-registered by July 7, 2014 - Exhibit Hall)
11:00 a.m. - Midnight -Food Court
12:00 Noon - Exhibit Hall opens
12:00 Noon-6:00 p.m. - Open Class “Nebraska Made - Nebraska Grown” People’s Choice Contest - Exhibit Hall
1:00 p.m. - Rabbit Show - Behlen Bldg. - followed by Open Class Rabbits
1:00 p.m. - Midnight - Merriam’s Shows and Rides – Midway
2:00 p.m. - Release of State Fair Horses
7:00 p.m. - Grandstand Entertainment
10:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall closed for the day
Sunday, July 13
10:30 a.m. - Worship Service sponsored by Platte County Lutheran Laymen League (32nd year)
11:00 a.m. - Midnight - Food Court
12:00 Noon - Exhibit Hall opens
1:00 p.m. - Livestock Sale - Agricultural Arena Building
1:00 p.m. - Midnight - Merriam’s Shows and Rides - Midway
6:00 p.m. - Exhibit Hall closed for the day
6:00 p.m. - Release of Beef, Dairy, Horse, Sheep and Goat unless Ag Society states otherwise
6:00-9:00 p.m. - Release of Poultry and Rabbits
6:00-8:00 p.m. - Release of 4-H exhibits and Open Class exhibits - Exhibit Hall
Monday, July 14
8:30-10:00 a.m. - Release of 4-H exhibits and Open Class exhibits - Exhibit Hall
9:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon - Premiums: 4-H, FFA & Open Class - 4-H Administration Building
Tuesday, July 15 – Friday, August 29
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. - Premiums: 4-H, FFA & Open Class - UNL Extension Office, Platte County Courthouse, Columbus
The above program is subject to change beyond the control of the Fair Committee,
which may arise after publication of the Fair Book.
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PLATTE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
Board of Directors
Chairman -Ward Bakenhus
Vice Chair- Jim Klug
Secretary -Jim Hellbusch
Treasurer-Randy Hinze
Members -Vaugh Blum, Bruce Hassebrook, Steve Kohl, Brad Luchsinger, Jordan Wilke, Bruce Mueller, Bob Presiter, Steve
Heesacker, Kurt Muhle, John Obrist Jr., Ray Sueper
Brian Palmer - General Manager
Sandi Fischer -Office Manager
Fair Committee
Jordan Wilke, Chairman; Jim Klug, Vice Chairman; Bruce Hassebrook, Brad Luchsinger, Steve Heesacker
Agricultural Society General Rules and Regulations
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While the greatest possible care will be exercised by the management to protect patrons of the Platte County Fair, each
individual will be personally responsible for his or her actions, and management will not be accountable or responsible for an
injury.
The Platte County Agricultural Society will not be responsible for any damage to any animal or article, but will do all that is
possible to protect exhibits.
All entry blanks used by exhibitors must contain the following clause: The exhibitor of the items and/or animals listed releases
the Platte County Agricultural Society from all liability for loss or destruction arising from the exhibition of the same on its
premises. The exhibitor must sign each entry blank.
All articles must be entered with strict adherence to the rules. Any intentional misinformation will disqualify the entry.
Premiums may be increased or decreased a definite percentage so that the total premium paid will not exceed the fair board
budget.
Fair Premium money will be issued at the Ag Park Administration Building Monday, July 14, from 9:00 a.m. to noon only.
After July 15, premium may be picked up at the Extension office in the Platte County Courthouse between Tuesday, July 16
until Friday, August 30, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
All premiums must be called for by 4:00 p.m. Friday, August 29, 2014 or they will be forfeited.
ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS WILL BE
RELEASED PRIOR TO 6:00 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014
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Open Class Superintendents
Jill Goedeken – Office Manager
Poultry – Jill Goedeken
Rabbits – Jill Goedeken
Field and Garden Crops – Barbie Cheloha, Savannah Cheloha, Jan Went
Floral – Diane Klug, Diana Mueller, Marie Klug, Arlene Hajek, Kathy Korte, Colleen Lutjelusche
Baked Goods, Decorated Cakes & Canned Goods – Angie Kruse, Gay Stover, Ivy Klug
Fine Arts - Jasey Reinhart, Tambri Paulsen, Tricia Kersting,
Antiques – Lois Rodehorst, Jan Went
Photography – Jasey Reinhart, Judy Dicke, Tricia Dicke
Decorated Tables – Judy Dicke, Jill Goedeken
Sensational Salsa – Judy Dicke, Jill Goedeken
Nebraska Made – Nebraska Grown – Jill Goedeken
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OPEN CLASS DIVISION
General Rules
1. All Open Class entries will be entered during the specified hours on the specified days as listed:
Department A - Poultry - Wednesday July 9, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Department B - Rabbits – Thursday, July 10, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Department C - Field & Garden Crops - Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department D - Floral - Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department E - Baked Goods & Decorated Cakes - Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department F - Canned Goods - Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department G - Fine Arts & Antiques - Monday, July 7, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department H - Antiques - Monday, July 7, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department I - Photography - Wednesday, July 9, 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Department J - Decorated Table Contest - Thursday, July 10, 6:30 p.m.
Department K - Sensational Salsa Contest - Friday, July 11, 6:30 p.m.
Department L - Nebraska Made - Nebraska Grown - Saturday, July 12, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
2. This division is open to exhibitors in Platte and adjoining counties (Boone, Butler, Colfax, Madison, Merrick, Nance,
Polk, and Stanton) with the exception of Department K which is open to any Nebraska entrepreneur.
3. Awards will be made according to merit: blue, red, white; but no award will be made on articles not considered worthy.
Entries may be disqualified at the determination of the judge and superintendents if the exhibit does not adhere to the
specifications of the class entered.
4. No changes or additions will be made during the current fair for rosettes, awards or trophies. ALL entries must be
ready for exhibit by the entry deadline; otherwise, they will not be accepted. Any exhibit that does not meet Department
regulations will be disqualified.
5. Releasing of exhibits will be done only during these hours:
Department A & B – Poultry & Rabbits 6:00-9:00 p.m., Sunday, July 13.
Departments C, D, E, F, G, H, I - Sunday, July 13, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. AND Monday, July 14, 8:30 -10:00 a.m.
Departments J, K, & L – will be released following the contests.
6. All premium money in these departments will be paid on Monday, July 14, from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Ag
Park Administration Building. After July 14 premiums may be picked up at the Extension office in the Platte County
Courthouse between Tuesday, July 15 until Friday, August 29, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS WILL BE
RELEASED PRIOR TO 6:00 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014
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OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT A - Poultry
Entries accepted from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Open Class Poultry Show will follow the 4-H Poultry Show, Friday, July 11, 2014
1. Entries will be limited to 20 birds per family.
2. Poultry Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Behlen Building. All Open Class entries must be caged in the Open Class Area.
3. The Nebraska Poultry Disease Act requires that poultry entering exhibition be Pulorum-Typhoid Clean. Poultry showing symptoms of
disease will not be allowed in the Poultry Barn, and if developed after admittance, will be removed. Superintendents will try to notify
exhibitor of such action.
4. Exhibitors must have and show a Captive Wildlife Permit at entry time in order to exhibit such entries.
5. The Fair Board and Superintendents will not be responsible for accidents or loss of Poultry, but every precaution will be taken to
prevent same.
6. No handling of Poultry, except by Superintendents, Judges or the owner.
7. Exhibitors may show any breed of poultry recognized by the American Standard of Perfection, pigeons must be properly seamless
banded to compete for champion, and birds will be judged according to these rules. Decisions of the judges are final.
8. All entries to be in the name of the actual owner.
9. Feed will not be furnished. Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and watering their birds.
10. Poultry to be entered only as single birds or pens. Birds in pens not to compete as singles.
Age Classification: Cock-Male bird one year or older
Hen-Female bird one year or older
Cockerel-Male bird less than a year
Pullet-Female bird less than a year
Senior Trio-Cock & 2 hens of same variety
Junior Trio-Cockerel & 2 pullets of same variety
Lot I - Chickens
Premiums:
Single-Junior or Senior
Pens - Junior or Senior
Champion ribbon:
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
1st, $2.50; 2nd, $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
Best Chicken of Show
Single-Junior and Senior
Pens-Junior and Senior
Champion ribbon:
Lot II - Bantams
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
1st, $2.50; 2nd, $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
Best Bantam of Show
Senior or Junior Tom
Senior or Junior Hen
Champion ribbon:
Lot III - Turkeys
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Best Turkey of Show
Senior and Junior Drake
Senior and Junior Hen
Champion ribbon:
Lot IV - Ducks
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Best Duck of Show
Lot V - Geese
Senior and Junior Gander 1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Senior and Junior Goose 1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Champion ribbon:
Best Goose of Show
Poultry Department Continued on next page.
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Lot VI - Pigeons
Pigeon Regulations
1. Entries will be limited to 20 birds per family.
2. Pigeon Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Behlen Building.
3. Pigeons must be specified upon the entry blank either Sr. or Jr., with false statements as to age excluding the exhibitor from
competing.
Age Classifications:
Senior Cock - Male bird hatched prior to year of show.
Senior Hen - Female bird hatched prior to year of show.
Junior Cock - Male bird hatched during year of show.
Junior Hen - Female bird hatched during year of show.
Premium: Singles - Junior or Senior 1st, $2.00; 2nd, $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Champion Ribbons: Best Pigeon of Show
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT B - Rabbits
Entries accepted from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 10, 2014
Open Class Rabbit Show will follow the 1:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbit Show, Saturday, July 12, 2014
1. Rabbit Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Behlen Building. Exhibitors must be present at the time of judging in order to
bring rabbits to the judging area.
2. Animals showing symptoms of disease will not be allowed to show, and if developed after admittance, will be removed.
3. Superintendents will try to notify exhibitor of such action. All rabbits must have permanent ID number in their left ear.
4. Limit 6 entries per exhibitor.
5. No exhibits with very young babies will be permitted.
6. Rabbits will be judged according to breed. (Breed and class number must be listed on entry sheet.)
7. Feed will not be furnished. Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and watering their rabbits.
Premium: 1st, $2.50; 2nd, $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
Class No.
1. Junior Buck (Under 6 months)
2. Senior Buck (6 months or older)
3. Junior Doe (Under 6 months)
4. Senior Doe (6 months or older)
Champion ribbons:
Best Buck of Show
Best Doe of Show
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT C - Field and Garden Crops
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
1. Field and Garden Crop Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
2. Exhibits, raised by exhibitor, should be selected for type, uniformity, quality, purity and maturity. Limit one entry per exhibitor per
class.
3. All exhibits must be true to entry as to variety and classification; otherwise they may be changed by the judge and superintendent.
The judge due to number, quality, etc may disqualify exhibits.
4. Entries will be exhibited and judged according to “Selecting and Preparing Vegetables, Herbs, and Fruit for Exhibits at County Fairs
and the Nebraska State Fair” available at: https://4h.unl.edu/4hcurriculum/PreparingVegetabesHerbsandFruit
5. EXHIBITS MUST BE CLEAN & READY TO ENTER WHEN BROUGHT INTO THE EXHIBIT AREA. NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED
AFTER 11:30 a.m. NO EXCEPTIONS.
6. Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in both the Field and Garden divisions by the Platte County Ag Society.
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Lot I - Threshed Grain
(To Be Displayed in 5 Quart Ice Cream Pail furnished by Exhibitor)
1/4 Bushel & Must Be Cleaned – From Previous Year
Premium: 1st $4.00; 2nd $3.00; 3rd, $2.00
Class No.
1. Oats
2. Winter Wheat
3. Soybeans
Lot II - Mature Corn – Shelled from Previous Year
Premium: 1st $4.00; 2nd $3.00; 3rd, $2.00
4. Yellow
Premium: 1st $2.00; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
5. Popcorn
Lot III - Ear Corn, Growth of Previous Year
(Sample to Contain 10 Ears)
Premium: 1st $4.00; 2nd $3.00; 3rd, $2.00
6. White Dent
7. Yellow Dent
Premium: 1st $2.00; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
8. Popcorn
Lot IV - Sheaf Display
Bundle Must be 3" at Center of Band
Premium: 1st 2.50; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
9. Alfalfa for Hay
10. Rye
11. Barley
12. Soybean
13. Oats
14. Wheat
Lot V - Stalk Display
Sample to contain 3 stalks bound
Premium: 1st $2.50; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
15. Field Corn
16. Popcorn
17. Grain Sorghum
18. Sunflower, 1 stalk
19. Popcorn
20. Sweet Corn, 3 stalks
Lot VI - Root Vegetables
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
21. Beets (5)
22. Onions, White (5)
23. Onions, Yellow (5)
28. Cucumbers, Dill (5)
29. Cucumber, Largest (1)
30. Pumpkin Pie (1)
31. Squash, Zucchini (2)
32. Cucumbers, Slicing (5)
39. Broccoli (2)
40. Cauliflower (2)
24. Onions Red (5)
25. Parsnips (5)
26. Turnips (5)
Lot VII - Vine Vegetables
33. Cucumbers, Pickling (10)
34. Gourd, Most Colorful (1)
35. Squash, Butternut (2)
36. Squash, Other Variety (2)
Lot VIII - Cole Crops
41. Cabbage (1)
42. Kohlrabi (5)
27. Carrots (5)
37. Squash, Table Queen (2)
38. Squash, Largest (1)
43. Cabbage, Largest (1)
Lot IX - Solanaceous Crops
44. Green Slicing Tomatoes (5) - 2" or more in diameter
45. Red Slicing Tomatoes (5) - 2" or more in diameter
46. Roma Tomatoes (5)
47. Yellow Slicing Tomatoes (5) - 2" or more in diameter
48. Salad Tomatoes (cherry) (12) - under 2" in diameter
49. Jalapeno Peppers (5)
50. Eggplant (2)
51. Potatoes, Russet (5)
52. Potatoes, White (5)
53. Potatoes, Red (5)
54. Potatoes, Yukon Gold (5)
55. Potatoes, Other (5)
56. Bell Peppers (2)
57. Other Peppers (5)
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Lot X - Legumes
60. Green String Beans in Pod (12)
61. Snap Peas in Pod (12)
62. Snow Peas (12)
58. Garden Peas in Pod (12)
59. Wax Beans (12)
Lot XI - Miscellaneous
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
63. Dill, 5 heads w/12" stems, Bundled together
64. Rhubarb, 5 stalks
65. Herbs- 6 stems tied, any variety in a vase of water
66. Herbs- potted, any variety
67. Swiss Chard
68. Miscellaneous
Lot XII - Fresh Fruit
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
69. Plate of Apples (5)
70. Plate of Cherries (24)
71. Plate of Peaches-all kinds (5)
72. Plate of Pears
73. Plate of Raspberries (24)
74. Plate of Apricots (12)
75. Plate of Crab apples (5)
76. Plate of Chokecherries (24)
77. Plate of Black, Red or Purple Plums (12)
78. Plate of White, Yellow or Green Plums (12)
79. Plate of Grapes
80. Plate of Everbearing Strawberries (24)
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT D - Floral
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Carts & Helpers available at WEST doors of Exhibit Hall from 7:30 to 11:15 a.m.
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Each exhibitor may show one entry per class number.
All floral items must be garden grown, no commercial items accepted.
Exhibitors must use own containers. Containers for single and collection specimens MUST BE CLEAR GLASS – NO
PLASTIC OR STYROFOAM.
Single specimens consist of one stem of that particular class with appropriate stem length and attached foliage.
Specimen collections are 3 stems of that particular class with appropriate stem length and attached foliage.
Floral designs consist of a grouping of flowers in a container/vase with a frog, marbles or oasis to allow for a dimensional
effect.
No entries will be accepted after the closing deadline.
Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded in both Adult and Children’s division.
Lot I – Single Specimen
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
Class No.
1. Annual
2. Astilbe
3. Bulb Flowering
4. Celosia
5. Cockscomb
6. Coleus
7. Coneflower
8. Coreopsis
9. Cosmos
10. Dahlia – Large
11. Dahlia – Small
12. Daisy – Other (Includes Glorioso,
Painted, & Rubeckia)
13. Daisy - Gerbera
14. Daisy - Shasta
15. Foliage Plant - Fern
16. Foliage Plant – Hosta
17. Foliage Plant – Other
18. Gaillardia
19. Geranium
20. Gladiolus
21. Hydrangea
22. Lily – Asiatic
23. Lily – Day
24. Lily – Oriental
25. Marigold - Large
26. Marigold - Small
27. Ornamental Grass
28. Pansy
29. Perennial
30. Petunia - Double
31. Petunia – Single
32. Phlox
33. Rose - Bowl
34. Rose – Other
35. Rose – Tea
36. Salvia
37. Snapdragon
38. Sunflower – Large
39. Sunflower – Small
40. Viola
41. Yarrow
42. Zinnia – Large
43. Zinnia – Small
44. Other
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Lot II – Specimen Collection (3 Stems)
Premium: 1st $1.75; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.25
Class No.
45. Annual
46. Astilbe
47. Bulb Flowering
48. Celosia
49. Cockscomb
50. Coleus
51. Coneflower
52. Coreopsis
53. Cosmos
54. Dahlia - Large
55. Dahlia - Small
56. Daisy – Gerbera
57. Daisy - Shasta
58. Daisy - Other
59. Foliage Plant - Fern
60. Foliage Plant – Hosta
61. Foliage Plant - Other
62. Gaillardia
63. Geranium
64. Gladiolus
65. Hydrangea
66. Lily – Asiatic
67. Lily – Day
68. Lily - Oriental
69. Marigold – Large
70. Marigold - Small
71. Ornamental Grass
72. Pansy
73. Perennial
74. Petunia – Double
75. Petunia – Single
76. Phlox
77. Rose - Tea
78. Rose – Other
79. Salvia
80. Snapdragon
81. Sunflower – Large
82. Sunflower – Small
83. Viola
84. Yarrow
85. Zinnia – Large
86. Zinnia – Small
87. Other – 3 of same variety
Lot III – Floral Designs
NO DRIED OR ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS
Premium: 1st $2.00; 2nd $1.75; 3rd $1.50
Class No.
88. Sunday Dinner – Table Design
89. Lots of Love – Mass Design of your most loved flowers ALL ONE SPECIES Any color, any size (lilies, roses, zinnias, daisies,
marigolds, etc.)
90. Grandmother’s Old Fashion Flowers – Mass Design
91. Design by Nature – A design using decorative wood, such as driftwood, vines, roots, bark and other material in conjunction
with fresh flowers
92. Colors of Your Life – Monochromatic Design using flowers of one predominant color
93. Fabulous Foliage – This all foliage design depends on color, size and form to make a 3-dimensional display
94. Special Day – A design using your imagination to honor a special day (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Wedding, Anniversary,
Birth, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas or your choice) Decorative accents, props, and
appropriate accessories are okay. No artificial or dried flowers.
95. Song Title or Nursery Rhyme (Title Attached) – Mass Design
Lot IV – Potted Plants
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd $1.00
Class No.
96. African Violets
97. Cacti
98. Coleus
99. Flowering Plant
100. Foliage Plant
101. Hanging Plants
102. House Plant
103. Succulent
104. Other
Lot V – Children’s Division – Exhibitors 14 Years of Age and Under
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd $1.00
Class No.
105. Single Specimen – Annual
106. Single Specimen – Perennial
107. Single Specimen – Flowering Bulb
108. Single Specimen – Rose
109. Single Specimen – Cacti/succulent
110. Specimen Collection – Annual
111. Specimen Collection – Perennial
112. Best Vase of Flowers
113. My Glorious Garden –
Arrangement of any kind of
of flowers
114. A Tisket a Tasket – Basket
arrangement
115. Cacti/succulent garden
116. Foliage – Any variety
117. Ornamental Grass
118. Other
ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS WILL BE
RELEASED PRIOR TO 6:00 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2014
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OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT E - Baked Goods & Decorated Cakes
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
1. Baked Goods & Decorated Cake Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
2. Because of food safety issues, ABSOLUTELY NO CREAM PRODUCTS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE OPEN CLASS BAKED
GOODS & DECORATED CAKES DIVISION OF THE PLATTE COUNTY FAIR.
3. Exhibitors may enter only one item per class number.
4. All foods must be home baked by midnight the preceding day by the exhibitor. Products from commercial mixes will not be
accepted.
5. Exhibits should be plain, no frostings. (With the exception of Decorated Cakes)
6. Cakes are to be an 8" round or square, entered on a hard, flat surface. Not acceptable in container.
7. Lot X - either one-half of a tube or loaf pan.
8. Bread should be baked in 5" x 9" pan size, be about 24 hours old when judged and be entered on a rectangular foam meat tray or
firm paper plate. (Provided by exhibitor)
9. Except for cakes and pies, entries are to be entered on appropriate size foam meat trays or firm paper plate; ex: cookies and rolls on
a 6-7” Styrofoam plate. (Provided by exhibitor)
10. Each entry needs to have a covering, ex: plastic bag. (With the exception of Decorated Cakes
11. Nuts may be added to Lots IV, VIII, IX, XI, and XIV.
12. Exhibitors may pick up the excess food of their entries in Lots I and X between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Bring own
container.
13. Decorated Cake specifications listed below.
14. Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded to Baked Goods and Decorated Cakes by the Platte County Ag Society.
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
Lot I - Yeast Bread
Class No.
1. White
2. Whole Wheat
3. Rye
4. Raisin
5. Other
Lot II – Bread Machine
6. Loaf
7. Buns
8. Rolls
9. Other
10. White
Lot III - Buns (4 buns)
11. Whole Wheat
12. Rye
13. Parker House
14. Clover
Lot IV - Rolls (4 rolls)
15. Cinnamon
16. Kolaches
17. Strudel
18. Crescent
19. Apple
20. Banana
Lot V - Quick Breads
21. Cranberry
22. Carrot
23. Zucchini
24. Other
25. Biscuits (4)
26. Cake Doughnuts (4)
Lot VI - Special Breads
27. English Muffins (4)
28. Gingerbread
32. Chip
33. Fruit
34. Molasses/Ginger
Lot VII - Cookies - 4
35. Oatmeal
36. Sugar
29. 8" Cornbread
30. Biscotti
31. Other
37. Peanut Butter
38. Other
Lot VIII - Bars - 4
39. Blond
40. Chocolate
41. Fruit
42. Other
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Lot IX - Candy - 4 pieces
45. Penuche
46. Snack Mix
43. Mint
44. Fudge
47. Other
Premium: 1st $1.75; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.25
48. Angel Food
Lot X - Foam Cake (no frosting)
49. Chiffon
50. Sponge
51. Chocolate
52. Spice
Lot XI - Shortened Cakes (no frosting)
53. Yellow
54. White
Lot XI - Moist Cake (no frosting)
57. Zucchini
55. Applesauce
56. Carrot
58. Other
Lot XII - Pies - (9" disposable pan)
61. Nut
62. Tarts/Turnover
59. Berry
60. Fruit
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
63. Cookies (4)
64. Bars (4)
Lot XIII - Youth Only - 14 years of age and under
65. Muffins (4)
67. Snack Mix
66. Rolls (4)
68. Other
LOT XIV – Decorated Cakes
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6.
7.
Emphasis is on appearance, not flavor. Cakes baked by the exhibitor or “dummy” forms may be used. Baked cakes will be
given preference in case of a tie for Grand or Reserve Champion Rosettes.
Exhibitors may exhibit only one entry per class.
The exhibit must be displayed on a sturdy board measuring no more than 20” x 20”.
Decorated cakes will neither be cut nor tasted.
All cakes must be the original design of the exhibitor. (No shaped pans)
No copyrighted or patented labeled accessory or motif may be used.
Licensed Cake Decorators are not eligible to exhibit.
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
69. Single Layer Original Design
70. Decorated Cupcakes (only 4)
71. Decorated Cookies (only 4)
Premium: 1st $5.00; 2nd $4.00; 3rd, $3.00
Pillars acceptable, but not required on tiered cakes
72. 3-tiered Buttercream
73. 3 tiered Fondant
LOT XV – Youth Only – 14 years of age and under
Decorated Cakes
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
74. Single Layer Original Design
75. Decorated Cupcakes (only 4)
76. Decorated Cookies (only 4)
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OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT F - Canned Goods
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
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7.
Canned Goods Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
Exhibits must be processed by exhibitor within the year prior to current year.
Entries must be packed only in standard canning jars as specified in the various LOTS.
Jars WILL NOT be accepted with rings.
LABEL EACH JAR WITH PROCESSING METHOD.
PROCESSING METHODS - Current recommended processing methods must be used for all food preservation.
Jams, preserves, and marmalades, fruit, tomatoes and pickled vegetables must be processed in a boiling water bath in regulation
jars.
8. NO ENTRIES WITH PARAFFIN WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9. All non-acid vegetables and meats must be processed in a pressure canner in regulation jar.
10. Information on current processing methods is available at the Cooperative Extension Office.
11. Judges will not open entry unless it appears that the product has been put in water or alcohol for display or artificial coloring has
been added.
12. Grand and Reserve Champion Rosettes will be awarded by the Platte County Ag Society.
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
Class No.
Lot I - Fruits & Berries
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
1. Apples
2. Applesauce
3. Peaches
4. Strawberries
5. Grapes
6. Rhubarb
7. Cherries
8. Plum
9. Apricots
10. Raspberries
11. Pears
12. Other
Lot II - Vegetables
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
13. Beans
14. Corn
15. Beets
16. Peas
17. Carrots
18. Tomatoes
19. Other
Lot III - Butters
(Standard Pint or Half-Pint Jars ONLY)
20. Apple
21. Plum
22. Grape
23. Peach
24. Other (identify kind)
Lot IV - Jams
(Standard Pint or Half-Pint Jars ONLY)
NEBRASKA STATE FAIR will award $15 and a roset
25. Apricot
29. Blackberry
26. Grape
30. Peach
27. Red Pepper
31. Strawberry
28. Zucchini
32. Cherry
33. Raspberry, black or red
34. Strawberry/Rhubarb
35. Plum
36. Other (identify kind)
Lot V - Jellies
(Standard Pint or Half-Pint Jars ONLY)
37. Apple
38. Chokecherry
39. Peach
40. Rhubarb
41. Cherry
42. Mint
43. Blackberry
44. Elderberry
45. Plum
46. Strawberry
47. Crabapple
48. Cherry
49. Grape
50. Raspberry
51. Boysenberry
52. Currant
53. Other (identify kind)
Lot VI – Preserves, Conserve, and Marmalades
(Standard Pint or Half-Pint Jars ONLY)
54. Apple
55. Orange
56. Apricot
57. Plum
58. Tomato, red or yellow
59. Carrot
60. Peach
61. Cherry
62. Raspberry, black or red
63. Other (identify kind
64. Grape
65. Pear
66. Pineapple
67. Strawberry
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Lot VII - Pickles
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
68. Bread & Butter
69. Mustard
70. Dill
71. Sweet
72. Green Chunk
Lot VIII - Vegetable Pickles
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
73. Banana Pepper
74. Green Tomato
75. Zucchini
76. Bean
77. Mixed
78. Beet
79. Onion
Lot IX - Fruit Pickles
Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
80. Apple
81. Watermelon
Lot X - Relishes
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
82. Corn
83. Cucumber
84. Pepper
85. Other (identify kind)
Lot XI - Meat
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
86. Beef
87. Pork
88. Chicken
Lot XII - Miscellaneous
(Standard Pint or Quart Jars ONLY)
89. BBQ Sauce
90. Grape Juice
91. Soup Mixture
92. Catsup
93. Mincemeat
94. Tomato Juice
95. Chili Sauce
96. Picante/Salsa Sauce
97. Spaghetti Sauce
98. Other (identify entry)
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT G - Fine Arts
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 7, 2014
1. Fine Arts Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
2. Exhibitors may enter one entry per class with a total of 15 articles exhibited in this department.
3. All entries must have been made within the past 2 years.
4. Any entry that has received first premium may not be exhibited again in this fair.
5. All entries must be complete and ready to use and any item that is to be hung must be completely ready to hang or they will be
dropped one placing.
6. Exhibits may be disqualified by the judge.
7. A “Best in County” Textile Arts item (other than a quilt) will be selected for entry in the State Fair “Best in County Textile Arts”
contest. Information will be provided to the exhibitor of this item and is also available at www.statefair.org
8. A “Best in County” Quilt will be selected for entry in the State Fair “Best in County Quilt” contest. Information will be provided to the
exhibitor of this item and is also available at www.statefair.org
9. Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes for needlework, non-needlework and Lot IV-Youth will be awarded by the Platte County Ag
Society.
10. Country Piecemakers Quilt Guild will sponsor a Rosette and $10.00 Premium for Best Quilted Item.
Lot I - Home Accessories
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
Table/Furniture/Floor/Bed Accessory
Class No.
1. Doily
2. Luncheon Set (4 napkins)
3. Pillow - thread/yarn technique
4. Placemat (min. of 2)
5. Scarf
6. Tea Towel
7. Hand Towel
8. Pillow- fabric technique
9. Pillow Case (2)
10. Tablecloth (min. 42”)
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Picture/Wall Accessory
(Method of hanging must be attached)
11. Applique
12 Cross-Stitch
13. Embroidered
14. Miniature - quilted
15. Oil, original
16. Pastel
17. Preserved Flower
18. Stitchery
19. Wreath
20. Batik
21. Crewel
22. Miniature – applique
23. Needlepoint
24. Oil, Paint by number
25. Pencil/Charcoal
26. Quilted
27. Watercolor
28. Miscellaneous
Lot II - Bed Coverings
Premium: 1st $2.50; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
29. Applique
30. Crochet
31. Embroidery
32. Quilt- hand quilted
33. Miscellaneous
34. Baby Crib
35. Cross Stitch
36. Painted
37. Quilt- machine quilted
38. Throw
39. Afghan
Lot III - Clothing
Premium: 1st $2.00; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
40. Bib
41. Bonnet/Cap
42. Coat
43. Dress/Jumper
44. Jacket/Cape
45. Lingerie/Lounge-wear/Sleep-wear
46. Skirt
47. Suit
48. Formal Wear
49. Jogging/Sweatsuit
50. Play Clothes
51. Blouse or Shirt
52. Slacks/Pants/Split Skirt
53. Vest-embellished
54. Vest-Fabric techniques
55. Vest-quilting techniques
56. Jacket-embellished
57. Jacket-fabric techniques
58. Jacket-quilting techniques
59. Garment-embellished
60. Garment-fabric techniques
61. Garment-quilting techniques
Tailored Garments
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.50; 3rd, $1.75
62. Ladies Blazer
63. Ladies Suit
64. Men’s Suit
65. Ladies Coat
66. Men’s Sport Coat
67. Men’s Coat
Crocheted or Knitted Garments
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
68. Cardigan
69. Hat & Scarf Set
70. Pullover - with sleeves
71. Stole/Shawl
72. Coat
73. Mittens
74. Slippers
75. Booties
Accessories
Premium: 1st. $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
76. Handkerchief
77. Hat (no knit, crochet)
78. Purse/Bag (no knit, crochet)
79. Scarf/Shawl (no knit, crochet)
Lot IV - For Young People
Premiums: 1st $1.75; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Age through 9
80. Crocheted
82. Sewn
81 Knitted
83. Embroidered
84. Miscellaneous
85. Wall Hanging or Picture
Age 10-13
86. Crocheted
87. Knitted
88. Sewn
89. Embroidered
90. Miscellaneous
91. Wall Hanging or Picture
Age 14-17
92. Crocheted
93. Knitted
94. Sewn
95. Embroidered
96. Miscellaneous
97. Wall Hanging or Picture
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Lot V - Toys/Novelties
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
98. Baskets
99. Flowers, any kind
100. Holiday Novelties
101. Miscellaneous
102. Pottery
103. Stuffed toy
104. Wood Craft (other than carving)
105. Dressed doll
106. Handmade Jewelry
107. Jewelry
108. Novelty
109. Religious
110. Wall Hanging
111. Yarn Item
112. Decorated Gourd
Lot VI – Wood and Bark Carving
113. Human
114. Animal
115. Inanimate Object
116. Religious
117. Holiday
118. Wall Hanging
119. Miscellaneous
Lot VII - Porcelain/Ceramics
Premium: 1st $2.50; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.50
120. Doll
121. Pitcher/Vase
122. Plate
123. Other
Lot VIII - Recycled Items
Premium: 1st $1.50; 2nd $1.25; 3rd, $1.00
Card must be attached explaining what item was recycled or placing will be dropped one level.
124. Afghan (reused yarn)
126. Miscellaneous
128. Knitted or crocheted
125. Clothing- Child
127. Clothing- Adult
129. Wall Accessory
Lot IX - Country Kitchen
Premium: 1st $3.00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
Indicate with an “a” after the number if it is the first time equipment was used by exhibitor.
130. Spice Rack
133. Step Stool
135. Tray or Cutting Board
131. Knife Rack
134. Paper Towel Holder
136. Other
132. Napkin Holder
Lot X - Small Furniture
Premium: 1st $4.00; 2nd $3.00; 3rd, $2.00
137. Chair/Stool
138. Quilt Rack
139. Wall/Table Clock
140. Table
141. Small Chest (toy, etc.)
142. Lamp
143. Shelf
144. Plant Stand
145. Other
Lot XI - Large Furniture
Premium: 1st $7.00; 2nd $6.00; 3rd, $5.00
146. Floor Clock
147. Bench
148. Large Chest
149. Cupboard
150. Table
151. Rocking Chair
152. Other
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT H - Antiques
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 7, 2014
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The Platte County Agricultural Society will not be responsible for any damage to any exhibit, but will do all that is possible to
protect exhibits.
The exhibitor of the items entered releases the Platte County Agricultural Society from all liability for loss or destruction arising
from the exhibition of the same on its premises by signing the entry sheet before exhibits will be accepted. (Entry sheet found
on page 23).
Antique Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
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9.
Exhibitors may enter only one item per class. Exhibitors are limited to 15 items in Lot XIII (these entries are in addition to
the15 items allowed in Lots I through XII)
All Items must be 50 years or older.
Plainly printed or typed 3x5” card telling the history of the entry adds interest to the exhibit but is not required. The exhibitor’s
name is not to be printed on the card.
Please refrain from entering large items. The Superintendent reserves the right to reject any item which they feel to be either
too large or inappropriate for public display.
Entries will be judged on a.) rarity; b.) age; c.) variety; and d.) condition
Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes will be awarded by the Platte County Ag Society.
Premium: 1st $3:00; 2nd $2.00; 3rd, $1.00
Lot I - Metals
1. Brass item
2. Copper item
3. Pewter Item
4. Tinware Item
5. Iron item
6. Silver item
7. Miscellaneous Metal Item
Lot II - China
(Including Fine China, Earthenware, & Pottery)
8. Tea or Coffee Pot
9. Cup & Saucer
10. Decorated White China
11. Pitcher (up to 10”)
12. Cream & Sugar Set
13.
14.
15.
16.
Stoneware up to 14”
Ironstone
Sets (pot & cups & saucers)
Miscellaneous China Item
Lot III - Glass
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18.
19.
20.
Colorless Glass Item
Colored Glass Item
Glass Vase
Cream & Sugar Set
27 Salt & Pepper Shaker Set
28. Holiday Item
29. Child’s Small Toy
30. Early Lighting Device
31. Antique Doll (under 20”)
32. Small Hand Tool
33. Sampler
34. Needlework
21. Glass Bottle
22. Glass Pitcher (Up to 10”)
23. Depression Glass Item
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41.
42.
Lot IV - Miscellaneous
Handled Basket (not glass)
Antique Jewelry Item
Small Kitchen Utensil
Advertising Item
Small Sewing Device
Cookie Jar (Under 14”)
Political Item
Figurine
24. Cut Glass Item
25. Carnival Glass Item
26. Miscellaneous Glass Item
43 Canning Jar
44. Photography Related Item
45. Sports Related Item
46. Platte County Item
47. Graniteware
48. Military Item
49. Music Related Item
50. Book
51. Miscellaneous
Lot V - Oldest Cookbook Contest
In this category only three places will be awarded 1st, 2nd, & 3rd In case of tie, the condition of the cookbook will determine
the winner. Cookbooks should be in their original state – no alterations such as lamination.
52. Oldest Cookbook
ABSOLUTELY NO OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS WILL BE
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OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT I - Photography
Entries accepted from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 9, 2014
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Photography Exhibits will be entered and exhibited in the Exhibit Hall.
All exposures must have been made by the exhibitor and may have been processed commercially.
All original exposures must have been made within the past two years.
Any entry that has received first premium may not be entered again. Only amateur, not professional photographers may exhibit.
Exhibitors may enter a total of 20 exhibits.
Prints may range in size from 5" x 7" to 16" x 24' and each must be matted (may be a colored mat) and mounted to a sandwich
Backing. See directions for matting and mounting on page 21.
7. Print identification: Lot and class number, name and address of exhibitor must be on REVERSE side of matted and mounted photo.
8. Grand and Reserve Champion rosettes for both adult and youth entries will be awarded by the Platte County Ag Society.
9. Best in County Photography is a special competition. Each county in Nebraska may select the best photography exhibit at their
county fair to be entered in the “Best in County” category in the 2014 Nebraska State Fair. It is the responsibility of the winner to
complete the application and mail the exhibit by the deadline. The Nebraska State Fair Book is available online at www.statefair.org.
The “Best in County” exhibitor will receive a Rosette and a verification form to submit with their entry at the state fair. Exhibitor will
receive an award of $5.00.
Premium: 1st $2.00; 2nd $1.50; 3rd, $1.00
Class No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Domestic Animals
Human Interest
Portrait
Scenic
Scenic (No manmade or human
Planted items in photo)
Lot I – Black & White Prints (Digital or Film)
6. Still Life and Table Top
10.
7. Wild Animals and Nature
11.
(No garden flowers, bird at
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feeder, etc.)
8. Yards
13.
9. Buildings
Antiques
Action
Special Effects (double
exposure, night etc.)
Miscellaneous (photo
not fitting into other classes)
Lot II – Color Prints (Digital or Film)
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15.
16.
17.
18.
Domestic Animals
Human Interest
Portrait
Scenic
Scenic (No manmade or human
Planted items in photo)
19. Still Life and Table Top
20. Wild Animals and Nature
(No garden flowers, bird at
feeder, etc.)
21. Yards
22. Buildings
23. Antiques
24. Action
25. Special Effects (double
exposure, night etc.)
26. Miscellaneous (photo
not fitting into other classes)
Lot III – Professional (For those who have sold photos in the past.)
Black & White or Color Prints (Digital or Film)
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
Domestic Animals
Human interest
Portrait
Scenic
Scenic (No manmade or human
planted items in photo)
32. Still Life and Table Top
33. Wild Animals and Nature
(No garden flowers, bird at
feeder, etc.)
34. Yards
35. Buildings
36. Antiques
37. Action
38. Special Effects (double
exposure, night etc.)
39. Miscellaneous (photo
not fitting into other classes)
LOT IV – Youth Age 14 & Under (Black & White or Color Prints (Digital or Film)
40. Animals - Wild or Domestic
43. Antiques
46. Buildings
41. Flowers & Plants
44. Scenic/Nature
47. Action
42. Still Life/Table Top
45. People
48. Miscellaneous (photo
Not fitting into other classes)
NEW CLASS – Platte County Fair 2013
This is a NEW CLASS open to any age exhibitor. The entry should be a photograph taken at the Platte County Fair in 2013 (Digital or
Film) If you have no photos taken at the 2013 Platte County Fair, plan ahead by taking photos this year to exhibit in this class in 2015.
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How to Properly Mat a Photograph
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Choose your mat. Measure the size of the photo. A proper mat should be no bigger than one size more than the original. For example, if
your photo is 5x7, it should be matted to a total size of 8x10. If your photo is 8x10, it should be matted to no more than 11x14; an 11x14 photo
should be matted to no more than 16x20 etc. Use a mat color that will enhance your photograph.
You will also need a piece of mounting board (can be poster board) the exact same size as your mat.
Place a piece of clean paper on the tabletop to protect your photo. Lay the photo upside down on the table. Put a piece of acid-free tape
along one edge of the photo (usually the top), allowing half of the tape to hang over the edge of the photo. Turn the photo right-side up.
Place the mat over the photo. Move the mat until the photo is centered in the window of the mat. Press down on the mat so the tape is
attached to the back of the mat. Carefully lift the mat and turn upside-down without disturbing the photo. Tape the photo to the mat, being
careful that it stays flat and even. Press down on the tape to guarantee that it will stick to the mat.
While mat and photo are face down, place several pieces of acid-free double sided tape to the back of the mat. It will take a large amount of
tape because of the heat and humidity at the fair,
Line up the corners of the mounting board (from step 2) and the mat. Carefully press down around the edges where the double stick tape has
been applied to the mat.
Photo is now matted and mounted on a sandwich back.
Label photo with lot, class number, name and address of exhibitor on the reverse side of the exhibit.
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT J – Decorated Tables
Entries accepted from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, July 10, 2014
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Decorated Tables will be entered and exhibited in Exhibit Hall.
Exhibitors must be 19 years of age or older.
Exhibitors are limited to one entry in this department.
Exhibitors are responsible for bringing all items necessary for their exhibit including tables.
Space for a standard size (approx. 36”) card table (square or round) will be provided.
Exhibit must include a 3x5 or 5x7 card stating the occasion or theme of the decorated table.
Exhibit may, but is not required to include a menu for the occasion of the decorated table.
Exhibit should include place setting for at least one.
No food should be exhibited with the decorated table.
Electricity will be available, but extension cords are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
Judging will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Photographs of exhibits will be taken following judging. Photos will be on display in the Exhibit Hall.
Exhibitors will remove all items after photographs are taken.
Grand and Reserve Champion Rosettes will be awarded by the Platte County Agricultural Society.
Premium: 1st $5.00; 2nd $4.00; 3rd $3.00
Class No.
1. Decorated Table
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT K – Sensational Salsa Contest
Entries for Sensational Salsa must be pre-registered by contacting Jill Goedeken, Open Class
Manager at home (402-564-0740), cell (402-276-1076), or e-mail: jgoedeken@frontiernet.net, by
Friday, July 4, 2014.
Open Class Manager reserves the right to cancel this event if less than five entries are
received.
Exhibitors may arrive to set up their exhibit at 5:00 p.m. Friday, July 11, 2014. Exhibits must
be set up and ready for competition which will begin at 6:00 p.m.
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Sensational Salsa participants will compete in Exhibit Hall.
Exhibitors must be 19 years of age or older.
Each exhibitor may enter only one salsa in each class.
One half of an 8’ table will be provided to each exhibitor. Exhibitors may decorate their table if desired, but this is not required.
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Sample cups and spoons will be provided.
Exhibitors are to bring 75 sample-sized (1 oz.) servings of salsa. Three will be served to the panel of judges. The others will
be served to the public so they may vote by ticket for the People’s Choice Award.
7. Exhibitors are eligible for both the Judge’s Choice Award and the People’s Choice Award.
8. If an exhibitor was named Grand Champion in a previous Platte County Fair “Sensational Salsa” Contest, that recipe may not
be entered again.
9. Following competition exhibitors are to remove all items.
10. Photographs of all entries will be taken and will be on display in the Exhibit Hall following the competition.
11. Grand Champion Rosettes will be awarded by the Platte County Agricultural Society.
Premium: 1st $4.00; 2nd $3.00; 3rd $2.00
Entries will be judged by a panel of celebrity judges based on taste.
Class No.
1. Traditional Salsa (Tomato Based)
2. Other Salsa
OPEN CLASS DEPARTMENT L – NEBRASKA MADE – NEBRASKA GROWN
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2014 – 12:00 NOON – 6:00 p.m.
Nebraska entrepreneurs are invited to participate in the Platte County Fair “Nebraska Made –
Nebraska Grown” event and People’s Choice Contest. Exhibitors are to set up a display in
Exhibit Hall at Agricultural Park, featuring their Nebraska made products. Exhibitors may offer
samples, (not required) and have products available for attendees to purchase. All
entrepreneurs selling food products must meet “Food Safety and Regulation Requirements
for Farmer’s Markets and Craft Shows” set by the Nebraska Department of Agriculture.
Entrepreneurs must pre-register by contacting Jill Goedeken, Open Class Manager at home
(402-564-0740), cell (402-276-1076), or e-mail: jgoedeken@frontiernet.net, by Monday, July 7,
2014.
Open Class Manager reserves the right to cancel this event if less than ten registrations are
received.
One 8 foot table will be furnished to each exhibitor.
Electricity will be provided, but extension cords are the responsibility of the exhibitor.
Pre-Registered Exhibitors may arrive to set up their display beginning at 10:00 a.m. Saturday,
July 12th. Exhibit hall opens at 12:00 noon and all exhibitors must be set up by that time.
“Nebraska Made – Nebraska Grown” will end at 6:00 p.m.
People’s Choice award will be awarded a Platte County Fair Grand Champion Rosette.
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Exhibitor #
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2014 OPEN CLASS
PLATTE COUNTY FAIR
ENTRY SHEET
Name
Phone
Address
Age_______________________
Department
Lot
Class
Description
The exhibitor of the items and/or animals listed releases the Platte County Agricultural Society from all
liability for loss or destruction arising from the exhibition of the same on its premises.
Exhibitor Signature
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