June/July 2020 From Caren’s Desk! The 2020 Clinton County and 4-H Fair is just around the corner! It will be different this year, but we are fortunate to be having a fair this year, since many counties aren’t able. The anticipation is building as you ready your projects, put the final touches on your record sheets, and get your animals ready to show. With all the excitement of the Fair and the preparation that goes into this event, please don’t overlook the opportunity to model kindness to those you interact with during the summer. There are times in life when EVERYTHING is going just as planned, and it’s easy to have a positive attitude and wear a smile. But what about those times when things are tough and we have to work even harder to achieve the goals we set for ourselves? That is when the opportunity to lead by example presents itself. After all, when you’ve done your best and you display a winning attitude, you are a winner! Remember we are responsible for our actions today and always. We feel great when we make good choices and others will see the joy in all we do! I am so excited to have the opportunity to view your projects and watch you put your best foot forward in 2020. See you at the Fair! Caren 1111 S. Jackson St. (765) 659-6380 Frankfort, IN 46041 (765) 659-6382 fax https://extension.purdue.edu/clinton [email protected]Items of Interest: Toiletry/Canned Food Drive Project Items for Sale 2 Project Helpful Hints 3 Livestock Info 4 Pre-Fair Judging Fair Schedule State Fair Info Animal ID Requirements Project Advisors, Superintendents, and Club Leaders 5-7 8 9 10-11 12-13 Thanks to our 4-H Program Day Sponsors Again this year we have businesses who have graciously sponsored a day of Clinton County 4-H activities at the fair. If you know anyone who works for any of these businesses or organizations, please thank them and express your appreciation for their sponsorship. Their sponsorship helps the Clinton County 4-H Advisory Council make needed improvements to our 4-H Program. Saturday—Champion Seeds Sunday—Bane-Welker Equipment Monday—Wyffels Hybrids Tuesday—TTG Equipment Wednesday—Stowers Ag Services Thursday—Clinton County Farm Bureau, Inc. & Farm Bureau Insurance Friday—Co-Alliance Saturday—Metzinger Construction, Inc. Booster Club Would you like to help support the Clinton County 4-H Program, but are unable to give of your time? The Booster Club is a great way to show your financial support. If you know a business or person who would like to help fund the 4-H Program, please let us know so that we can contact them. Note: If you have sponsored a specific award in the past and would like to maintain this same sponsorship, please return your payment immediately to the Extension Office so you may be recognized on the Booster posters and in fair advertising.
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June/July 2020
From Caren’s Desk!
The 2020 Clinton County and 4-H Fair is just around the corner!
It will be different this year, but we are fortunate to be having a fair this
year, since many counties aren’t able. The anticipation is building as
you ready your projects, put the final touches on your record sheets,
and get your animals ready to show. With all the excitement of the Fair
and the preparation that goes into this event, please don’t overlook the
opportunity to model kindness to those you interact with during the
summer. There are times in life when EVERYTHING is going just as
planned, and it’s easy to have a positive attitude and wear a smile. But
what about those times when things are tough and we have to work
even harder to achieve the goals we set for ourselves? That is when the
opportunity to lead by example presents itself. After all, when you’ve
done your best and you display a winning attitude, you are a winner!
Remember we are responsible for our actions today and always. We
feel great when we make good choices and others will see the joy in all
we do! I am so excited to have the opportunity to view your projects and
watch you put your best foot forward in 2020. See you at the Fair!
Feminine Hygiene Products Baby Wipes/Diapers Nail Clippers Socks
Brush/comb Hand sanitizer Underwear Paper Towel Toilet paper
Kleenex Crossword puzzle books /Adult Coloring Books Playing Cards/Games
Pens/Pencils Bottled Water Fast Food Gift Cards Sunscreen
Chapstick Trash bags Non-perishable Food Items
Note: It is asked that donated items be new and never used before.
Clinton County
4-H Fair
July 11-18
Mini 4-H &
Cloverbuds
Day
July 1: Meet at Clinton Hall,
5:00-6:00 p.m.
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4-H Building Projects—Helpful Hints
Fair Entry Due Date: June 26 All building projects must be re-entered on https://clintoncounty.fairentry.com by June 26.
Project Exhibit Tags All Building projects will receive a computer generated exhibit tag to attach when you drop off
your project for pre-fair judging. This is why registering your projects in Fair Entry is so important.
Be on Time, or be Early! We are opening pre-fair judging early. See pages 6-7 for your pre-fair judging schedule.
Don’t Forget… • All projects must have the completed, signed Clinton County 4-H Record Sheet when judged.
• All Crafts projects must have a Craft Card in addition to the record sheet.
• All Sewing projects must have a Sewing Skills Card attached to the projects.
• All Cake Decorating projects must have a Cake Decorating Skills Card attached to the
bottom of the cake.
• Food Preservation projects must have card with storage/instructions for use of the product.
• All Food, Food Preservation, and Cooking projects must have official plastic-wrapped recipe
cards with their exhibits. All of these cards are available from the Extension Office.
• Please note: All judging will be CLOSED this year (except for Performing Arts, Fashion Revue
and Public Speaking).
• All projects will be displayed in Clinton Hall during Fair Week.
Project Check-out 4-H Project check-out is Saturday, July 18 from noon-2:00 pm at Clinton Hall. Just as you must
check your 4-H projects in on time, you also must check them out on time. The Extension Office
does not have room to store miscellaneous 4-H projects. Plan ahead! If you are not available to
pick up your 4-H projects, please make arrangements with a neighbor or grandparent. Remember, it is not your 4-H Leader’s responsibility to pick up and store your projects either. All projects,
even those that are moving on to the State Fair, must be picked up on Saturday, July 18.
State Fair Projects All State Fair building projects will be uploaded for virtual judging. More info to come on
submission uploads.
For more information on the Indiana State Fair 4-H Livestock Competition, 4-H Project Showcase,
and for all other questions regarding the 2020 State Fair, please visit:
NOTE: No animals may be removed from the grounds from midnight to 6:00am.
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2020 INDIANA STATE FAIR UPDATE
The Indiana State Fair Commission and the Indiana State Fair Board announced a modified State Fair 4-H Livestock Show with additional activities that will be held on the State Fairgrounds in August. This year’s traditional Indiana State Fair will not take place. Ultimately, the difficult decision was driven by the impact of COVID-19. “Unfortunately, key elements including vendors and partners of the Fair began falling off and so we pivoted, and found a way to still serve our communities,” said Brad Chambers, Indiana State Fair Commission Chairman. “Safety is our number one priority. We’ve spent months working through options that would allow us to host the Fair,’ said Cindy Hoye, Executive Director of the Indiana State Fair Commission. “Agriculture and youth are the foundation of our mission and the heartbeat of the Indiana State Fair, so we are determined and proud to honor our 4-H members with a version of that State Fair experience that allows Indiana’s youth to be recognized for their dedication and hard work.” The Indiana State Fair is an annual celebration of all things Indiana, showcasing youth and agriculture along with great food, animals, entertainment, and exhibits. It is a complex event that requires years of planning by the staff, partners and vendors. In 2019, nearly 879,000 people attended the Indiana State Fair. Hoye said “We are grateful for the support of our State Fair Family; each one of you who makes the iconic event possible every summer. To our beloved fans, staff, sponsors, exhibitors, 4-H & FFA members, vendors, volunteers and entertainers – we look forward to being back at full strength in August 2021.” This is not the first time the Indiana State Fair was modified or did not take place. During the Civil War and WWII the Fairgrounds was needed to support the war effort. For more information on the Indiana State Fair 4-H Livestock Competition, 4-H Project Show-case, and for all other questions regarding the 2020 State Fair, please visit: https://www.indianastatefair.com/p/state-fair/2020-fair-update **Don’t forget to enroll your livestock by July 1 on the State Fair website: https://exhibitorscorner.indianastatefair.com/
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