COUNTY HOMEMAKERS EXTENSION EXHIBITS
DEPARTMENT #17
Entries accepted Monday, July 28th 7:00am to 7:00pm
Tuesday, July 29th 9:00am to 2:45pm
Superintendent: Lisa Fishman: 316-7153
NOTICE:
1. Any organized Homemaker Extension group may enter one display. Additional non-competitive exhibits may also
be displayed by Aroostook County Homemakers Extension (ACHE).
2. Entries should address the theme selected by ACHE. The theme must be displayed in each exhibit exactly as
stated.
3. A list of criteria for judging purposes may be obtained from the Cooperative Extension office.
4. All items will be exhibited at the owner’s risk.
5. The displays will be limited in size to one unit of the semi-partitioned table area in the Exhibition Hall.
Approximate dimensions: 4 ft. wide table - 3 ft. deep with a 3 in. apron around the front; backing - 5 ft. 8 in.
6. The contents will be determined by the individual groups but shall not include crepe paper backdrops or
streamer, cut greenery out of water, or excessive use of flammable material of any kind. All canned goods that
are displayed must be processed according to USDA guidelines.
7. A list of items displayed shall be submitted to the superintendent.
8. Exhibits must be in place between 7:00am-7:00pm on Monday, July 28th and 9:00am-2:45pm on Tuesday, July 29th prior to the start of the fair, and may
be removed after 3:00pm on Sunday, August 3rd.
9. Judges will be persons invited to donate their time to ACHE and they will be selected at the suggestion of the
ACHE’s Fair Committee member. The decision of the judges will be considered fair, impartial, and final.
10. Enter through the Judd Street Gate for easy access to the Ag Exhibition Building.
AROOSTOOK COUNTY HOMEMAKERS EXTENSION
|
Article |
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
5th |
6th |
7th |
|
001 |
$125 |
$100 |
$75 |
$50 |
$50 |
$50 |
$50 |
How to Fill Out the Premium Entry Form
Step 1: Read the Premium Book
Look through the Premium Book to decide what items you want to enter. Each department has specific rules, entry dates, and times. Make note of:
- The Department # (e.g., Baked Goods, Crafts, etc.)
- The Division # (subcategories within the department)
- The Article # (specific item you're entering)
- The Name of the Article (e.g., Apple Pie, Wooden Birdhouse)
Step 2: Complete the Entry Form
Fill in all parts of the form clearly:
- Your name, phone number, and mailing address
- Use a separate form for each department you enter
- List all your entries in the table provided
Be sure to sign the bottom of the form—this confirms that your work is original, created by you, and hasn’t won first place at this fair in past years.
Step 3: Plan Your Drop-Off
Check the Premium Book for the entry drop-off date and time for each department you’re entering. Your items must be dropped off during those designated times.
Step 4: Choose Your Tag Option
You have two options for getting your entry tags:
Option A: Get tags in advance (to avoid lines)
- Email your completed entry form to:
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Deadline: Friday, July 25th - Bring your items on the scheduled drop-off day—your tags will be ready for you!
Option B: Get tags on-site
- Bring your completed entry form and items during the drop-off time
- Our team will print the tags for you on the spot
If you have any questions or need help, don’t hesitate to reach out to: Jessica Winslow – 207-227-2651
EXHIBITION HALL CONTEST RULES:
- Articles that have been displayed at the Northern Maine Agricultural Fair cannot be displayed again.
- Any article considered unworthy in any class where there is no competition, will not be awarded a premium.
- All articles must be made by the Exhibitor under whose name they are exhibited. Goods must be new and well laundered. Articles should have been finished within the year that they are exhibited.
- Best of Show cannot be entered as this prize is determined by judge.
- In case of a dispute or misunderstanding, in any class of Needlework, the decisions of the Judges and/or
Superintendent, will be considered fair, impartial, and final and all items are entered under these conditions. - Enter through the Judd Street Gate for easy access to the Ag Exhibition Building.
- Federal law requires that we report to the Internal Revenue Service prizes, awards or premiums paid to any individual or partnership if the amount paid aggregate $600.00 or more. We are also required to provide the Federal Identification (E.I.) number or Social Security number. If we are not furnished the (E.I.) or Social Security number or are furnished an incorrect number we must withhold 20% of the amount to be paid. Accordingly, it is most important that all persons furnish us with their numbers, if exhibiting or participating in fair activities where premiums or prizes may be awarded.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Each department requires its own entry form.
- All items must be original, made by the exhibitor, and not previously awarded first place at this fair.
- Violation of rules results in forfeiture of prizes and ribbons.
EXHIBITION HALL DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS:
Please enter through the Judge Street Gate for easy access to the Agriculture Exhibition Hall.
EXHIBITION HALL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
USE STATE STREET GATE for easy access to the Agriculture Exhibition Hall.
Please Park on Judd Street Side of the Exhibition Building
Entries and premiums may be picked up during the following time:
Sunday, August 3rd, 3:30pm-4:30pm
Monday, August 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm
No Entry Passes will be given to pick up exhibits on Sunday.
Arrangements can be made to pick up your items at another time if you are unable to pick them up on Sunday. Please contact
Jessica Winslow 207.227.2651
Northern Maine Agricultural Fair Association
PRESQUE ISLE, MAINE – JULY 30 – AUGUST 3, 2025
