This year we all participated in the Fair, in one way or another. I volunteered again in the Flower Department, helping my friend Tess, but this year I had a much better grasp on the order and what the judges are looking for. It’s a lot of work but makes a beautiful display! I was shocked that I didn’t have a single picture of all our efforts or any of the gorgeous flowers! Next year. The kids entered some awesome Veggie Critters, Julia entered some of her photographs from her summer school photography class, Sara entered some of her drawings and we all went to as many events as we could! Needless to say we love our small town fair and all the people involved.

Matthew was too shy to hold up his critter so dad did the honors.

Sara’s Dragon ~ Julia’s Cat ~ Sammi’s Bird ~ Matthew’s ~ Critter

Waiting for the Parade!

 

 

 

 

 

Smokey the Bear was still on hand for this year’s Fair Parade.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Zucchini Races!

Matthew’s friends Gunner & Archer (2 boys middle of the table holding their zucchini’s) are watching and cheering from the sidelines as his car races down the ramp!

 

Matthew & Pop getting instructions ~ it looks serious!
The finish line
Julia setting her zucchini car just so

 

And the Award goes to…

Julia 1st Place ~ Photography
Sara 1st Place Best of Class ~ Art
Leilani 1st Place ~ Quick Bread/Zucchini Pineapple

My Zucchini Pineapple bread was auctioned off during the opening ceremonies to raise funds to keep the Fair going. It raised $180!

Other awards and some interesting sights.

Julia ~ B&W 12 & Under ~ 1st Place
Julia ~ B&W Architecture
Cynthia’s “Humorous” photo
Next years “Humorous” photo?
Sara ~ Owl
Matthew ~ Cherry Seed Spitting Contest ~ 8 feet ~ 1st Place!
Star Trek Target
Salsa ~ 3rd Place
Apricot ~ 2nd Place
Star Trek Target Instructions
Sara ~ Fall ~ 3rd Place