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The Mower County Shopper is pleased to introduce the second edition of our “Fun at the Fair” magazine. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as our entire staff enjoyed putting it together for you. We want to give a special “Thank You” to all of the people who so willingly gave of their time to share their Mower County Free Fair experiences with us. The feature stories about the 4-H and FFA organizations and their participation in the fair activities, the exhibits and exhibitors, Senior Day and all the volunteers who help make the fair a fun and affordable event would not have been possible without the input and support of a great number of people. We look forward to expanding “Fun at the Fair” in the years to come and welcome your suggestions for story ideas and special feature sections. Please do not hesitate to give us a call or email us at anytime. Also, you can visit us on Facebook and enter your ideas there. We hope you enter our “Fun at the Fair Photo Contest”. Many of the photos submitted will be used in next year’s publication so be sure to capture the fun and excitement of the fair through your camera lens. We have great prizes and the names of the contest winners will appear in an upcoming edition of the Mower County Shopper. Be sure to enter as many photos as you would like. We hope you enjoy the 2014 Mower County Free Fair where there’s something for everyone every day! Mower County Shopper Staff 3405 West Oakland Austin, MN 55912 507-437-7731 classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com
Table of Contents
Schedule of Events...........................................................................Page 4-12 Grand Stand Passes & Entertainment.................................................Page 13 2014 Fair Square Entertainment.........................................................Page 14 Live Entertainment in the Fair Beer Garden........................................Page 15 Seniors Have Fun at the Fair...............................................................Page 17 History of Mower County Fair.........................................................Page 18-19 4H Youth Showcase................................................................................20-21 What is Your Favorite Part of the Mower County Free Fair..............Page 22-23 Fun at the Fair Photo Contest.............................................................Page 24 4H Fun................................................................................................Page 25 FFA at the Mower County Fair........................................................Page 26-27 Minnesota’s Fairs in 2014..............................................................Page 28-29 2014 Mower County Free Fair Word Puzzle..........................................Page 32 Allis Chalmers Tractor Restoration......................................................Page 33
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9 a.m.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 4-H Horse Show, Performance & Games, Horse Arena
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Creative arts and photography entries accepted MONDAY, AUGUST 4 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Horticulture exhibits accepted Noon–7 p.m. Entries and judging of exhibits in 4-H Hall 3:30 p.m. Gladiolas entries must be in place 3-8 p.m. 4-H Rabbits and Posters in place 4-H Livestock Interviews, Crane Pavilion 4-7 p.m. 4H Poultry Check in 4-8 p.m. 4-H Swine weigh-ins 5-9 p.m. 4-H Sheep & Goat weigh-ins TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 Parking charges from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Poultry Check-in 9 a.m. 4-H Rabbit Posters judging 9-11 a.m. 4-H Beef weigh-ins 9-2:30 p.m. Midwest Steer and Heifer Weigh-ins 10 a.m. 4-H Rabbit Showmanship, Rabbit Barn 4-H Swine Pictures with Jerry Sampson FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens Horticulture Building opens 11 a.m. 4-H Rabbit show, Rabbit Barn Noon All Exhibits and Concessions in place All Exhibit buildings open 4-H Livestock in place including Horses 1-3 pm FFA Agri-Science Judging 2 p.m. Livestock Hall of Fame
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Reception & Induction Ceremony, Crane Pavilion Owl Talk-Meet Guka the Barred Owl, Game & Fish Building FFA Sheep Show, Sheep Barn 3:30 p.m. Beef Cook-off Contest, Crane Pavilion 4 p.m. 4-H Horse Fun Show, Performance Classes, Horse arena Terry Schmidt Classic Hits 4:30 p.m. Parade on grounds 4:45-5:15 p.m. Judging of Beef Cook-off, Crane Pav. 5 p.m. Performing Arts 4-H stage Spamettes, Fair Square 4-H Lamb Lead, Crane-North Arena 5:30 p.m. Barred Owl and Fox snake show, Game & Fish Building 6 p.m. 4-H Sheep Show, Crane-North Arena Midwest Steer and Heifer Show, Crane Pavilion-South Arena 7 p.m. MOTOKAZIE SUPERCROSS AT THE GRANDSTAND Opening Ceremony, Fair Square Pride of Mower Awards presentation, Fair Square 8 p.m. Brad Boice-“Elvis at the Movies”, Fair Square 8 p.m. Midnight -TEEN NIGHT ON CARNIVAL $20 WRISTBANDS 9 p.m. Sell Out Stereo Band, Beer Garden 9:30-11:30 p.m. Teen Dance, Fair Square 10 p.m. Fireworks All Exhibit buildings close WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6 DAY CARE DAY Parking charges from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Creative Arts Building opens Horticulture Building opens All Buildings and Exhibits open All FFA, Open Dairy and Beef must be in buildings Dunnell Lennort, Fair Square Tina and Lena, Fair Square Dunnell Lennort, Fair Square Tina & Lena, Fair Square Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s, Fair Square FFA Beef Show, Crane North Arena Parade on grounds Tina & Lena, Fair Square Open Class Beef Show, Crane Arena Barred Owl and Fox snake show, Game & Fish Building Drawing for Branson Trip, Fair Square Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s, Fair Square NTPA TRACTOR PULL GRANDSTAND 4-H Horses released Maiden Dixie Band, Beer Garden All Exhibit Buildings close
FRIDAY, AUGUST 8 Parking charges from 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. 9 a.m. FFA and Open Class Dairy Show, Crane Pavilion, North Arena 4-H Cat show, 4-H Garden 10 a.m. FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens Creative Arts Building opens Horticulture Building opens 4-H Pet Show, 4-H Garden 4-H Dog Posters, 4-H Garden 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Midwest Hog show entries accepted Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open
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FFA Dairy Show, Crane Pavilion Midwest Market Hog Show weigh-in Pig Dressing Contest, Crane Pavilion 4-H Fashion Review, Fair Square FFA Swine Show, Crane Pavilion 4-H Llama Show, Crane Pavilion Larry J, Fair Square Parade on grounds Midwest Market Hog Show, Crane Pavilion, South Arena Austin High Marching Band, Fair Square 4-H Deadline to sign up for all State Fair Project Areas, 4-H Building Laser 101.7 Party, Beer Garden Rush Hour, Fair Square TIME MACHINE IN THE GRANDSTAND Cowboy Mounted Shootout, Horse Arena SEEDS, Beer Garden All Exhibit Buildings close
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FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens Creative Arts Building opens Horticulture Building opens 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Meat Goat entries accepted Noon All Buildings and Exhibits open Noon-4 p.m. Classic Car Show 1-4 p.m. Amateur Talent Contest Fair Square 1-5 p.m. $20 CARNIVAL WRISTBANDS 1 p.m. Parade on grounds Meat Goat weigh-in 4-H and FFA Livestock Judging contests, Crane Pavilion 2 p.m. Turkey Calling Contest, Game and Fish Building Bean Bag Tournament, Beer Garden 3-5 p.m. 4H State Fair Exhibitor Final Registration To 4-H office/ fairgrounds
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2014 Fair Square Entertainment
Tuesday, August 5 5:00 Terry Schmidt Piano Soloist 7:00 Opening Ceremony-Brad Boice will sing the National Anthem Ag Star Grant Presentation Pride of Mower 8:00 Brad Boice “Elvis At The Movies” 9:30 Family Fun Sounds and Entertainment DJ Dance Teen Dance Wednesday, August 6-Day Care Day 10:00 Day Care Day (Pre-registration required) 10:00 Ms. Jazee 5:00 Austin High Jazz Band 6:30 Who Let The Momma’s Out Thursday, August 7 Senior Day Seniors 63 and older get free parking 12:00 Alley Katz Polka Band 3:00 Dunnell Lennort
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For the past several years, the residents of St. Mark’s Living have enjoyed spending time at the Mower County Free Fair. Christina Viehauser, the Recreation Director at St. Mark’s, takes care of all the details and makes sure everyone has a chance to visit their favorite parts of the fair. In addition to Senior Day at the Fair on Thursday, they also go
on Wednesday and Friday just to be sure they don’t miss anything. They like to go in the afternoon for a few hours. There are usually fi ve or six residents on each trip, along with a staff member or volunteer assigned to each one. The residents love the fair food and have plenty of time to sample the mini-donuts, corn dogs, ice cream and anything else that meets their fancy. Besides the fair food, the residents love to see all the animals and the 4-H Exhibits. They especially love the petting zoo. Many of the residents have a strong farming connection so they like to see the tractors and antique implements. Also, the live entertainment at Fair Square is always a big hit. On occasion, it’s been too hot for them to enjoy going to the fair. But that doesn’t mean they miss out on tasting that good fair food. Staff members at St. Mark’s make a special run to pick up whatever the residents request. Special orders don’t upset them!
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History of the Mower County Fair
Courtesy of the Mower County Historical Society
Records of the Mower County Fair date as early as the 1860’s when the first Agricultural Society was organized. The first fair in Mower County was held October 11th and 12th, 1864, in the village of Lansing. Every village in the county was offered a chance to bid a premium. Whichever village offered the highest premium would be given the right to locate the fair in their village. Lansing, much to the disgruntlement of the citizens of Austin, offered the highest premium and was given the privilege to host the fair. The second Mower County Fair was held October 10th and 11th, 1865. The grounds were improved to provide a suitable place for exhibiting. A track was added for a women’s equestrian display and the exhibition of trotting horses. Public officials addressed fairgoers on agricultural concerns. In spite of the dramatic efforts to encourage the county to participate, the 1865 fair was not a suc-
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cess and caused the dissolution of the Agricultural Society. In 1868, a newly organized Agriculture Society managed to organize a fair that was strictly an agricultural fair and off ered $400 of premiums. A race track was provided for the speed trials of “fast nags”. It was strongly specifi ed that racing would not monopolize the fair. Through the years, the Agriculture Society struggled and it wasn’t until 1882 when the Agriculture Society joined with the Farmers Alliance and began soliciting funds to purchase permanent grounds for the County Fair. Early in 1883, the Agriculture Society purchased the Austin Driving Park for $1,800 to be used as the county fairgrounds.
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On September 3, 1883, the fair was cancelled when the Basford Block where the premium list was being printed fell and was destroyed. There was not enough time to reprint the 40-50 page premium book before the start of the fair. Finally, in 1884, Mower County’s fi rst successful fair was held at the Austin Driving Park location. The fair, its organization, length, style and format have changed considerably since that time as the organizers saw the need to provide something that would interest everyone in the family. The Mower County Fair celebrated its Centennial year in 1984 with the 100th fair on the same site. 2014 marks the 130th anniversary of the Mower County Free Fair.
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Youth Showcase a Year of 4H Learning at Mower County Fair
On August 5th-10th, more than 350 youth from Mower County will showcase the learning and achievements they have accomplished in 4-H at the Mower County Fair. 4-H at Minnesota county fairs are not just fun annual events. Every summer, tens of thousands of 4-H youth participate in county fairs to showcase the knowledge and skills they’ve gained throughout the year, and to continue their learning experiences. 4-H youth spend months working on projects designed to equip them with essential life skills such as problem
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solving, decision making, project management, communications and public speaking. 4-H offers projects and activities in: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM), Science of Agriculture & Gardening, Citizenship & Leadership, Healthy Living, Expressive Arts & Communication, Family & Consumer Science, Environmental & Earth Science, Shooting Sports & Wildlife. The top projects in Mower County are 1. Photography 2. Rabbit 3. Swine 4. Crafts and Fine Arts 5. Beef 6. Sheep 7. Horse 8. Clothing 9. Poultry 10. Lama. 4-H’ers then share their accomplishments and educate the public about their subject at their local county fair. They also lead visitors on tours of the 4-H buildings and barns, and conduct workshops and hands-on demonstrations for the public. 4-H’ers who
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demonstrate the highest achievements are then selected to participate in 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair! County fairs not only make great memories, they help 4-H youth grow into successful adults. “One of 4-H’s priorities is to provide learning and leadership experiences that guide youth in building relationships, developing communication techniques, and strengthening organizational skills,” said Dorothy M. Freeman, Extension Center for Youth Development Associate Dean and State 4-H Director. “Through these experiences, youth fi nd the leaders within themselves and are able to make a positive impact in their club, home, school or community.” 4-H clubs are groups of youth who meet regularly to work on 4-H projects, perform community service, develop leadership skills and learn to work together. Guided by one or more adult volunteers, a club can be any size, from a small group of neighborhood kids to a large group from a school
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or county. Mower County has 12 clubs located throughout the county! To learn more about 4-H in Mower County, contact 4-H Program Coordinator Kristin Krell, at 507437-9552 and visit the website, www.4-H.umn.edu.
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What Is Your Favorite Part of Jeff Baldus
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“Tom Thumb Donuts! No fair is complete without a package or 3 of them. I also really enjoy watching kids of all ages having fun at the ride and game areas. The smiles and laughter are what a fair is all about. “
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Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau Being a 4-H dairy alumni, I like getting a milk shake at the dairy stand, then strolling over to the Children’s barnyard for my kiddos to enjoy”
Elaine Hansen
Chapter Executive-American Red Cross Mower & Freeborn Counties “Watching the Draft Horse Show and visiting with my friends.”
Tom Knoepke Executive Director The Cedars of Austin
“I enjoy taking my grandkids on the pony rides and then having a strawberry shake at the Mower County Dairy stand”
“My favorite part of the Mower County Fair is talking about nature with fairgoers in the conservation building”
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“Talking with people and having an ice cold drink at the Chamber‘s Business After Hours Social.”
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the Mower County Free Fair? Steve Arens
President Arens Heating & Cooling “I love to go through the Creative Arts Building and examine every piece. Besides all the other Exhibits I really like to watch the mule jump event. Of course, all the great fair food is also on my list of favorites.”
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“Touring the livestock barns with my little girl. We like the chickens and rabbits best.”
Amy Baskin
Director of Community Education & Communications Austin Public Schools “My husband and I enjoy going to the fair several days during fair week. We especially enjoy the Mower County Historical Society buildings, the St. Olaf Fair booth, the fine arts and the 4-H exhibit buildings.”
Everett Hackensmith Store Manager Austin Runnings
“The food of course! Corn Dogs and Mini Doughnuts”.
Mary Holtorf
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“I like to represent Pacelli at our booth at the fair...and sneak off to try all the fun foods!”
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“Watching my three youngest kids on the rides!!!”
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Did you know…. 4-H is a youth development program of the University of Minnesota Extension. Available for youth grades k-1 year after high school, 4-H’ers participate in hands-on learning experiences in STEM, citizenship & leadership, animal science, creative arts and much more. Through this learn-by-doing process, youth obtain essential life skills such as problem solving, decision making, coping and communicating that help them succeed in their school, college, community and career. Research shows that youth who participate in 4-H have better grades and are more emotionally engaged with school, are more than twice as likely to be civically active and contribute to their communities, and are 47% less likely to have risky or problem behaviors.
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FFA at the Mower County Fair
The FFA has been an integral part of the Mower County Free Fair for many years. The FFA has several chapters who take part in the fair every year. They are the Southland , LeRoy Ostrander, Hayfield, Kingsland, Stewartville, Lyle, Blooming Prairie, Austin and Grand Meadow chapters. Each chapter has students involved in many areas within the fair. The FFA is most well known for the first petting zoo in the state and also has many high quality animals being shown in the Beef, Swine, Dairy, Swine and Sheep shows. The county FFA chapters also have other activities such as the tractor driving contest, general and livestock judging on Saturday of the fair and the crops and agriAt Renk we provide products that minimize some of the everyday challenges and give you the results you want. That way you can concentrate on the richness of what life has to offer. Renk means Results.
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cultural mechanics projects that are shown in the horticulture building. The FFA at the Mower County Free Fair has changed over the years in several ways. Back in the late 70’s over 600 hogs were shown at the FFA swine show and today it is around 70 head. At that time Osage and Saint Ansger also showed swine. Other changes are that the animal shows have opened up so any FFA member in the State can show. Other changes have been the blending of the open class and FFA dairy show together. This opens up the Crane Pavilion for other shows like the 4-H Llama show. One of the new things for this year is the addition of a skid loader event in the tractor
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