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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2004-09-29, Page 17Wednesday, September 29, 2004 Exeter Times–Advocate Page 17 A popular event last weekend at the fair was the exotic petting zoo. From left are Hensall's Brittany Parker and Exeter's Tiffany Legault with a new friend. The White Squirrel portion of the Exeter Fall Fair presented a show by the Muskoka Wildlife Centre, during which audience members had the chance to see a great -horned owl, a red fox, a snapping turtle, a (de -scented) skunk and a porcu- pine, held here by Wildlife Centre employee Jody Kocsis.The centre is located between Orillia and Gravenhurst. Exeter Fall Fair: An event to remember By Norma Cockwill EXETER - What a weekend! The weather was great all three days. Everyone had a wonderful time at the 150th Exeter Fall Fair. Friday events The town crier opened the 150th Fall Fair to a large crowd in the audi- torium. Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Bob Heywood. Greetings given from South Huron Mayor Rob Morley, District 8 Agricultural Director Alfred Young and Homecraft Director Robina Alexander and MPP Carol Mitchell for Huron Bruce. Mitchell, on behalf of the agricultur- al minister, presented the Exeter Agricultural Society with a beautiful bronze plaque which will proudly be displayed at the South Huron Recreation Centre. Former queens and ambassadors were present. First queen Marilyn Johns Eagleson 1966; 2003 ambas- sador Silvana Roduner. Past presi- dents, directors and District 8 mem- bers were invited to attend the 150th Fair. Awards presented Barb Down, school division, pre- sented awards to Top Girl Janelle Clarke with runner-up Alana Hodgert. Top Boy was Andrew Hodgert, with Brandan Willis and Richard Hern tieing for runner-up. Total entries for the school division were 1477—up 300 entries compared to last year. Kathy Bray and Linda Johns pre- sented awards to Culinary Arts Phyllis Parsons, runner-up Sheila Miller; Junior Jessica Bray, runner- up Alana Hodgert; Crafts & Hobbies Rhea Greene, runner-up Shirley Dawson; Flowers Peggy Brownlee, runner-up Pat Down. Other award winners: Golden Age Heleena Toornstra; Photography Jacqueline Hanson, Donna Parson; Woodworking special Clayton Steckle; Viewers Choice Elisha Martene; Canning Phyllis Parsons, Jam & Jellies Sheila Miller; Quilts best of the show Darlene Roger, sec- ond of show Isabel Annis Entertainment for the evening was the Piche Family from London. They are a very musical, talented family. 2004 ambassador The 2004 ambassador for the Exeter Fall Fair is Ashley Arnold, representing Darling's Foodland with runner-up Natasha Duckworth, represent- ing In Style with Michelle. Duckworth also received the congeniality award pre- sented by Cathy Seip. In the arena In the arena both Friday evening and Saturday, fair- goers could look at conces- sions and agricultural displays or take a chance at the Chinese auc- tion. Children could enjoy different fun events or look at the school sec- tion. New and old exhibitors showed their talents in the homecraft divi- sion. Floyd and Shirley Cooper and Bob and Mabel Hern showed off their antiques and were also dressed for the era. The pet show was well attended as everyone waited patiently to see if their pet won a ribbon. Pets included cats, dogs, guinea pigs, chicken, hairless rat and rabbits or you could see Kate Fletcher's famous dog Blue. Tractor pull winners for kids where Mathis Memmell, Andrew Hodgert and Adam Renning Saturday events Thanks to Kristina Cowell and her helpers for an excellent parade. Best float decorated for 150th Fall Fair theme was won by Floyd and Shirley Cooper and family. Ellison Travel won best business float. At the end of the parade was Willis the white squirrel with the former queens and ambassadors. The open light horse show had a good showing. Haflinger horse show had good showing with some new entries. 4-H Calf Club Achievement was held. Horseshoe results: first place Jack Snell and Tony VanBoxtel; sec- ond place Ed Bradley and Gus Latulippe. In ag. building In the agricul- tural building, you could see a poul- try display or watch the sheep show. This show had a new breed of sheep: multi- coloured, thanks to Jennie and Donald. Grand champion ram Keith Tyndall; ewe Geo Woods; best of flock Geo Woods & Keith Tyndall. Goat Show: best of doe/daughter show Greg Munday. Best of doe of show and junior show- manship Evan Klaver. Did you get a chance to see the exotic animals at the petting zoo? Children could also enjoy the pony rides and watch the animals. Many ladies and gentlemen enjoyed the 150 years of 'Farm to Formal Fashion'. The show featured authen- tic, borrowed clothes by serious local collectors and from people with gar- ments that had a story. MC was Stephanie Mandzuik. South Huron High School senior jazz band provid- ed the music. Excellent job Debby Wagler and crew. Scarecrow competition winners were as follows: first Jessica Bray; second Erin Blanchard; third Heather East; fourth Terri Lyons. The Saturday evening dance was well attended and everyone had a great time. Sunday events The ecumenical service was well attended with Call to Worship by Rev. Lillian Wilton and the message `Treasure Seekers' by Pastor Harry Frielink. South Huron idol contest winners were as follows: up to 13 Matt Greer; 14 to 21 Kourtney MacDonald Webster; over 21 Rob Brunault. The first South Huron idol winner was Kourtney MacDonald Webster. Congratulations to everyone. You did a great job! Ontario Mini Rod Puller Association did a great job created lots of noise. The midway and McDonald's Sport Zone were enjoyed by everyone all weekend. Thanks to the White Squirrel Festival for children's events, magic shows and Muskoka Wildlife Centre nature shows. Special note The Exeter Agricultural Society would like to thank everyone who made the 150th Exeter Fall Fair an event to remember. Everyone worked very hard to make it the best. Special thanks to Wayne and Dianne Shapton and family, Brian Clarke and Barb Down and family and Cathy Seip and all the directors for a job well done. Thanks also to the volunteers because without you it would not be a success.