CREATIVE ARTS EXHIBITOR HANDBOOK SPECIAL CONTESTS

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ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION COMPETITIVE EVENTS DEPARTMENT 2009 ARKANSAS STATE FAIR CREATIVE ARTS EXHIBITOR HANDBOOK SPECIAL CONTESTS    ALL EXHIBITORS SHOULD REFER TO    GENERAL INFORMATION for complete rules, entry details, premiums, schedule and procedure.    The Schedule of Events is subject to change without notice.    Check our website for the latest information at H www.arkansasstatefair.com H.

   All persons may exhibit in one or more of the contests included in this portion of the Exhibitor Handbook.    Some are restricted to certain age groups, and the awards vary.    Each event has very specific requirements, check in dates, and other criteria, as outlined in the description for each.

   SPECIAL CONTESTS ... more. less.

are live competitions held in the Arts & Crafts Building throughout the Fair. These contests are fun for the whole family; entries are prepared, presented and publicly judged. Many sponsors send representatives to host, demonstrate, promote products, and judge the contest. Most allow entries up until 30 minutes before judging. Page Special Contest Rules (see General Information for complete rules and entry details)...................................................... 2 Div.901 3 Friday, Oct. 9 0 Arkansas Times 8This is Arkansas 9 Photography Contest............................................................. 3 Div.902 3 Friday, Oct. 9 0 Hidden Valley 8Family Friendly Food 9 Contest............................................................................. 4 Div.903 3 Saturday, Oct. 10 0 Floral Express Flower Arranging Contest .............................................................................. 5 Div.904 3 Saturday, Oct. 10 0 Pulaski County Farm Bureau Kids Cookie Contest ................................................................ 6 Div.905 3 Sunday, Oct. 11 0 Arkansas Outdoors Photographers Club 8The Great Outdoors 9 Photo Contest ...................... 7 Div. 906 3 Monday, Oct 12 3 Malt 3 O 3 Meal&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&8 Div.907 3 Tuesday, Oct. 13 0 Arkansas Farm Bureau Rice Cooking Contest ........................................................................ 9 Div.908 3 Tuesday, Oct. 13 0 Arkansas Pork Producers Association Pork Recipe Rally...................................................... 10 Div.909 3 Wednesday, Oct. 14 0 Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crust Pie Baking Championship ............................................ 11 Div.910 3 Wednesday, Oct. 14 0 Fleischmann 9s Yeast 8Bakers United for a Cause 9 Contest.............................................. 12 Div.911 3 Thursday, Oct. 15 0 The 8First Lady 9s 9 Pie Contest.............................................................................................. 13 Div.912 3 Thursday, Oct. 15 0 The Great American Spam" Championship........................................................................ 14 Div.913 3 Friday, Oct. 16 0 Karo........................................................................................................................... ............... 15 Div.914 3 Friday, Oct. 16 3 cThe Arkansas State Fair d Chili Cook 0 Off................................................................................ 16 Div.915 3 Saturday, Oct. 17 3Johnston 9s Home Center Fashion Review (Adult)............................................................... 17 Div 916 3 Saturday, Oct. 17 3Johnston 9s Home Center Fashion Review (Junior).............................................................. 17 Div 917 3 Saturday, Oct. 17 3Johnston 9s Home Center Fashion Review (Youth) .............................................................. 17 Div.918 3 Saturday, Oct. 17 0 Arkansas Farm Bureau Family Ice Cream Making Contest.................................................. 18 SPECIAL CONTESTS 3 GENERAL RULES These competitions are public events held during open hours of the State Fair. Entries are required, by the methods outlined in the Exhibitor Handbook 3General Information Part. Include the division, class and description (recipe title or object details) on either the traditional paper Entry Form or register online. All Special Contests are FREE to the exhibitor when submitted by 12:00 p.m. on October 5th. After the entry deadline, those interested may still enter On Site just prior to judging, during the exhibitor Check In (until 30 minutes prior to the start of contest, unless otherwise stated) at $5 per item. On Site registration is accepted on a first come basis, due to space limitations. Pre 0 registration is encouraged to ensure participation. Recipe Form is required in all food related contests. ONLINE ENTRY METHOD 3 RECIPE FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MAIL, FAX OR EMAIL after you have completed the online entry process. Parents may assist with registration. PAPER ENTRY METHOD 3 SUBMIT RECIPE FORMS WITH ENTRY FORM. ON SITE ENTRY METHOD 3 SUBMIT RECIPE FORM WITH ON SITE ENTRY FORM ALL FORMS ARE ONLINE AT www.arkansasstatefair.com See General Information Part of the Handbook for complete Exhibition Rules, Definitions, and Schedule of Events. STANDARD CREATIVE ARTS EXHIBITION RULES APPLY TO THESE CONTESTS, unless stated otherwise on individual contest description pages. Many sponsors have very specific requirements; avoid complications, correction or disqualification by reading and following directions. If you have questions, please contact the State Fair office for assistance at 501 0 372 0 8341 or email competitiveevents@asfg.net . " All of the exhibits are to be prepared at home and brought to the fairgrounds at specified times , except for the floral and ice cream contests. Use Gate 7 or 11 off of Schiller St., along the east fence. Photos and non 0 perishables can be checked in with the standard category items prior to the opening of the State Fair. Food exhibitors may create a display (dish, place mat, silverware, etc.), no larger than 12 d x 24 d, at the discretion of ALSA staff. Exhibitors must bring their own serving utensils and presentation accessories. Whenever possible, use disposable containers. Stoves and cook tops are available to warm up for final presentation. Your dish must be prepared at home. The stoves are only to be used for warming up your dish. " Entry Tag should be attached and visible, without exhibitor identification on the item itself . " Recipe copies are required on the judging table for all food entries. ALL RECIPES MUST BE TYPED on official ASF Recipe Form , available at the building, or use the interactive Recipe Form online. Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and the Arkansas State Fair. As in other foods divisions, this recipe copy must not include name or otherwise reveal exhibitor identity. If required by sponsor, attach UPC codes and product labels to the copy you bring for judging. " Judging is open to the public. Exhibitors should stay for judging as ribbons and other awards are presented, along with photo opportunities at the request of our sponsors. Limited seating and standing room is available. The judging area is restricted to authorized persons only. Exhibitors and their families must avoid contact with judges until after the contest. Sampling of food entries by State fair patrons is not permitted. " Perishable foods and presentation materials will be released to exhibitors immediately following judging. Food, tableware or other accessories remaining after the contest will be disposed of without further notice. Arkansas State Fair is not responsible for exhibitors 9 property left behind without prior arrangement. " Some sponsors dictate that winning exhibitors are not eligible to compete in the same contest the following year. Others specify that previous winners may not submit the same recipes, or that professionals are not eligible. Please review the details outlined on each individual contest page. Page 2 ARKANSAS TIMES cTHIS IS ARKANSAS d PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Winners will be determined based on pictorial composition, originality, interest of subject matter, visual appeal and consistency within the theme c THIS IS ARKANSAS d. Division 901 3 Class 1 CONTEST DATE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2009 EXHIBITS ACCEPTED: 12:30 to 1:00 PM (Also during standard Check In times 3 see Part 1 of the Exhibitor Handbook for a complete schedule) JUDGING TIME: 1:00 PM ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 The winning photograph will be framed and displayed at the Little Rock Convention Center until a new winner is announced the following year. An engraved plate will include the name of the photographer, title of the photograph and contest sponsor recognition. Framing is provided by the Arkansas State Fair. This beautiful piece will be yours to keep after the year on display. Awards sponsored by the Arkansas Times: 1 st Place - $75 and a Ribbon 2 nd Place - $50 and a Ribbon 3 rd Place - $25 and a Ribbon CONTEST RULES: " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 901 3 Class 1 on official ASF Entry Form . Subject matter and location is REQUIRED in the description field: 8Boy at Lake Maumelle 9 or 8Sunrise at Mt. Nebo 9, etc. Fair patrons often ask about the photos and locations. " The contest theme is 8This is Arkansas 9. The photo should reflect your perception of what Arkansas means to you. Either color or black and white is acceptable. " Photographers of all ages may participate. " Entries must be contestant 9s original work and not previously shown at the Arkansas State Fair. " Only one (1) photograph per contestant is allowed. " Exhibitors may also participate in other photo competition at the State Fair with different photos. Any one (1) photo can be entered in only one (1) Division and Class, and may not be used in any other. " Photographs must be 8 d x 10 d, and mounted on an 11×14 mat of any color, with a stiff backing. " Do not bring framed work or anything with glass. They will not be accepted. " Entry Tag must be securely attached to the exhibit with string and tape on the back side of mount, to hang over the front upper left corner of the mat. Be sure that nothing visible on the front of the photo or mat reveals the identity of the exhibitor. " Entries must remain on display throughout the Fair and at the discretion of show Management. " The 1st place winner will be required to supply the negative or digital of the winning photograph and is also required to sign a release for all identifiable persons in the photograph. Arkansas State Fair may replace the matting in the process of framing. " Contest entry constitutes exhibitor permission to Arkansas State Fair & Livestock Show Association and contest sponsor for reprint and distribution of photographs for publicity purposes. ALL EXHIBITORS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY SPONSORAFTER THE FAIR Page 3 Division 902: Class 1 Contest Date: Friday. October 9, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 2:30 to 3:00 pm Judging Time: 3:00 pm On Site Registration and Entry Details 3 See Page 2 HIDDEN VALLEY ® DRESSINGS cFRESH TASTE FOR THE FAMILY d RECIPE CONTEST Let the herbs and spices of Hidden Valley ® Original Ranch ® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix inspire your entry in the Hidden Valley ® Dressings cFresh Taste for the Family d Recipe Contest. Entice the judges with any crowd-pleasing entrée, appetizer or side dish that features fresh ingredients &/or produce ( cFresh Factor d) for a chance to win cash rewards and recognition. NEW $2000 Grand Prize for 2009 (Double the amount of 2008 9s grand prize) Prizes: 1st Place: $200 2nd Place: $100 3rd Place: $50 National Grand Prize: $2,000 cash plus an engraved memento. Each winner also receives a ribbon, award certificate and apron. Judging Criteria! Fresh Factor: 25% Taste: 40% Family Appeal: 20% Ease of preparation: 15% Recipes will be judged by personnel chosen by the fair (the cFair Judge(s) d), whose decision is final. In the case of a tie, the winner among the tying entries will be selected based on the entry with the highest score in the cTaste d factor category followed by descending criteria as necessary: Fresh Factor, Family Appeal, Ease of Preparation. Rules of the Contest " Using the best that farms, grocers and home gardens have to offer, create any great tasting entrée, appetizer or side dish centered on fresh food, wholesome ingredients and traditions that bring families together. " Entries must be created with at least one (1 oz.) packet or 2 or more Tbsp. of Hidden Valley® The Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix. " Recipe should use fresh ingredient(s) and fresh produce, and easy assembly steps are encouraged. " Except for Hidden Valley ® The Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix, recipes must be homemade, no mixes. Each recipe must be named, original, unpublished, the sole property of entrant and not previously submitted in any other Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® salad dressing contest. " Entrants must be at least 18 years of age and a legal US resident to enter; limit one entry per person. " Recipe, name, address, age and phone numbers must be typed on ASF Recipe Form and be submitted with the ASF Entry Form . Make a copy of the recipe that does not include you name or otherwise reveal the identity of the Exhibitor to bring with your dish on contest day. As proof of ingredient, attach Hidden Valley® dressing package label to recipe copy on the judging table. Exhibitors must bring serving utensils. Table presentation color is Green. " Recipes should list ingredients with measurements and state preparation instructions with baking/cooking times and number of servings. " All recipe entries become the sole property of The HV Food Products Company, which reserves the right to edit, adapt, copyright, publish and use any or all of the recipes. By entering, entrants agree that Sponsor has the right to use each entrant 9s entry, name, voice and/or likeness in any and all media in connection with publicity, promotion, or advertising for Sponsor without any further compensation except where prohibited by law. A signed publicity release may be requested from entrants. " The Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, incomplete, incorrect or illegible recipe entries. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. Contest is void where prohibited, restricted or taxed by law. " The 2008 first place winners are not eligible to compete in 2009. " Employees of The HV Food Products Company, its affiliates, subsidiaries and the immediate family members, and persons living in the same household of each, are not eligible to participate in this Contest. " This Contest is sponsored by The HV Food Products Company, Oakland, CA. National Grand Prize The grand prize winner (selected from first place winning recipes using the judging criteria described above) will be notified by phone no later than January 31, 2010. The name of the national grand prize winner and the winning recipe will be available by sending a self-addressed envelope to The Blue Ribbon Group Attn: Hidden Valley, 3033 Excelsior Blvd, Suite 220, Minneapolis, MN, 55416. Page 4 FLOWER ARRANGING CONTEST Division 903 3 See Classes Listed Below Contest Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009 Exhibitor Check In: 9:30 to 10:00 am Judging Time: 10:00 am ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 This is a fun and educational competition, in appreciation of the art and beauty of fresh flower arrangements. Learn the basic elements of floral design techniques and experience the rewards of creative expression under the guidance of experts in the field. Previous experience is not required and no preparation is necessary; supplies are provided by the sponsor and the arrangements are created on site. This exciting event is certain to entertain and encourage a love of floral design and fresh flowers. Classes: AWARDS SPONSORED BY 01 ~ Youth (Ages 6 - 12) 02 ~ Junior (Ages 13 - 18) 03 ~ Adult (Ages 19 & above) OF LITTLE ROCK 1 st Place: $100 GIFT CERTIFICATE The top 3 in each class receive 2 nd Place: $75 GIFT CERTIFICATE certificate awards. All contestants 3 rd Place: $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE receive participation ribbons. CONTEST RULES: PRE-REGISTRATION : The contest is limited to the first ten (10) contestants in the Adult class and the first seven (7) contestants in Youth and Junior classes. Pre-registration for this event is recommended; call the State Fair Office (501) 372-8341 Ext. 605 for a confirmation number to use in the description field during entry procedure; call early as classes fill up quickly. Five alternates will be accepted for each class; one or more may be eligible to compete in the absence of a registered exhibitor on contest day. On Site registration will be accepted only if vacancies exist at the start of contest. Pre-registered contestants and alternates have priority; reservations will be held in the order the calls are received. ENTRY : Exhibitors must also submit entry in addition to pre-registration. Choose one of three methods described on Page 2 of this section and also in Part 1 (General Information) of the Exhibitor Handbook, available online at www.arkansasstatefair.com. Use the Division and appropriate Class number from above. Insert your confirmation number in the Description field of the ASF Entry Form . " Contestants must participate in the appropriate age class as of the contest date. Youth under 6 years are not eligible. " Contestants must check in with contest coordinator no less than 15 minutes prior to start of contest. Late arrivals may be disqualified, and the space forfeited to an alternate at this time. " Sponsor will provide each contestant with flowers, scissors, foam, and a commemorative container. Contestants will have 15 minutes to create their arrangement and judging will follow. " Judging is based on creativity, workmanship and how well the design works with the container. Judges are qualified florists and/or garden club members with an extensive background in floral design. The Judges 9 decision is final. The judges may choose to comment and demonstrate design methods after the contest. AGES 6 & OVER ARE ELIGIBLE - SEE CLASSES ABOVE MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED ON SITE BY THE SPONSOR Page 5 PULASKI COUNTY FARM BUREAU KIDS COOKIE CONTEST This 8Kids Only 9 competition is great fun and stirs the imagination of young and old alike! Children ages 8 to 12 are invited to create the most deliciously decorated cookies based on their favorite book to compete for cash and prizes at the State Fair! Division 904: Class 1 Contest Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 12:30 TO 1:00 pm Judging Time: 1:00 pm ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 PAGE 2 Awards sponsored by Pulaski County Farm Bureau: 1 st Place - $150 and an Apron 2 nd Place - $75 and an Apron Rosettes provided by Arkansas State Fair 3 rd Place - $25 and an Apron CONTEST RULES: " Children ages 8 to 12 years old on contest day are eligible. " Creativity is encouraged 3 use your imagination!! Design and name the cookies inspired by your favorite book. " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 904 3 Class 1 . " A recipe is required and must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form (see page 2 of this section, and also Part 1 of the Exhibitor Handbook) and submitted with ASF Entry Form . Make a copy of it without your name and address to use later. " On the Recipe Form, include the title of the book that the cookie is created for and state the reason that it was chosen. " Any size or flavor of baked cookie may be exhibited; six medium sized cookies constitute an exhibit. Only one (1) recipe per exhibitor is allowed. " Bake cookies, decorate and prepare your display. Bring all items to the Arkansas Farm Bureau Arts & Crafts Building at the Check In time noted above. Exhibitors must bring their own serving utensils and presentation accessories. Presentation tables are multi-colored, for ease in accessory color choices. Remember to bring a copy of your recipe to set beside the dish on the judging table. The recipe copy should not include your name and address, or other markings that may reveal the identity of the exhibitor. " Cookies will be judged based on the following criteria: 50% for creativity of display and 50% on taste. The decision of the judges is final. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and Arkansas State Fair, who reserve the right to edit or distribute recipes for publicity purposes. " The 2008 first place winner is not eligible to compete in 2009. ALL ELIGIBLE EXHIBITORS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY STATE FAIR OFFICE AFTER THE FAIR Page 6 ARKANSAS OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHERS CLUB cTHE GREAT OUTDOORS d PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST Division 905: Class 1 Contest Date: Sunday, October 11, 2008 Exhibits Accepted: 12:30 to 1:00 pm (Also during standard Check In times 3see the Exhibitor Handbook for a complete schedule) To encourage appreciation of photography and of the visual pleasures of our world, the Arkansas Outdoor Photographers Club (AOPC) invites photographers of all ages to submit a photograph taken outdoors. Winners will be determined on the basis of technical skill, originality, and pictorial interest. Judging will be by AOPC members. Judging Time: 1:00 pm AWARD CEREMONY: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 th at 2:00 PM ON SITE REGISTRATION, ENTRY INFORMATION and other details 4 SEE PAGE 2 Awards sponsored by the Arkansas Outdoor Photographers Club: 1 st Place - $100 and a year 9s membership in the AOPC 2 nd Place - $50 and a year 9s membership in the AOPC 3 rd Place - $25 and a year 9s membership in the AOPC CONTEST RULES: " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 905 3 Class 1 on official ASF Entry Form . " The required theme is 8The Great Outdoors 9 - any photograph of nature (taken outdoors), such as scenic views, native plants, or wildlife (birds, insects, deer, etc.) " Use the description field for the title of the photo: 8Sunrise on Lake Maumelle 9, 8Caterpillar in the Rain 9, etc. Many fair patrons ask where photos were taken. " Photographers of all ages may participate. AOPC members are not eligible. " Entries must be the original work of the contestant and not previously shown at the Arkansas State Fair. " Only one (1) photograph per contestant is allowed. " Photographs must be 8 d x 10 d, in a rectangular (not oval) cutout in an 11×14 mat of any color, with a stiff backing. Frames and glass are not permitted. No names or markings that may reveal the identity of the exhibitor are allowed on the front of photograph or mat. " Entry Tag must be securely attached to the exhibit with string and tape on the back side of mount, to hang over the front upper left corner of the mat. " Prize-winning entries must remain on display throughout the State Fair and at the discretion of show Management. Exhibitors are encouraged to participate in other photography competition as well, but the one photograph entered in the AOPC contest cannot also compete in any other State Fair contest. For more information about the Arkansas Outdoor Photographers Club (AOPC) visit our website at www.arkphoto.org . ALL EXHIBITORS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY SPONSOR AFTER THE FAIR Page 7 Division 906: Class 1 Contest Date: Monday, October 12, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 2:30 to 3:00 pm Judging Time: 3:00 pm M AKE IT WITH M ALT-O- M EAL ® RECIPE CONTEST The makers of Malt-O-Meal invite you to enter their recipe contest! Make any food creation with any Malt-O-Meal brand cold cereal . Any entry is welcome, from a hearty meal to a sweet-treat dessert. Let your creativity in the kitchen run wild! Deliver your entry and matching recipe to the fair for judging and on-the-spot winner selections. Don 9t miss the cMake it with Malt-O-Meal Recipe Contest! d WINNER PRIZES 1st Place: $100 2nd Place: $50 3rd Place: $25 in Malt O Meal coupons Each local winner receives a ribbon, award certificate and apron. Prizes and/or certificates will be mailed directly to winners from The Blue Ribbon Group. The first 20 contestants to enter will each receive a Malt-O-Meal coupon. All coupons awarded will be downloadable from the Malt-O-Meal website with a voucher given to the contestant. The downloaded coupons are valid on select varieties of Malt-O-Meal cereals available at retail stores. JUDGING CRITERIA TASTE 35%, CREATIVITY 35% and CONVENIENCE OF RECIPE 30% " Entries (prepared prior to delivery) will be judged live at the fair based on 1) TASTE (35%), 2) CREATIVITY (35%), and 3) CONVENIENCE OF THE RECIPE (30%). The decision of the judges shall be final. " Make any creation with any Malt-O-Meal brand cold cereal. (Examples: Apple Zings ® , Cinnamon Toasters ® , Crispy Rice ® , Frosted Flakes ® , Tootie Fruities ® , Honey and Oat Blenders, ® and many others.) The original Malt-O-Meal hot cereals and oatmeal brands are NOT included. " Any recipe is welcome including desserts, main dishes, appetizers or other foods. One recipe per person. " Contestants can be of any age unless otherwise regulated by the fair. " Entries must be submitted with a typed recipe and a product label from the Malt-O-Meal brand cereal used. Include your name, address and phone number. All entrants agree to abide by these rules. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and the fair, which have the right to publish, promote or advertise the recipes and the contestant names and photos without compensation. " Judges are selected by the fair and their decisions are final. The fair and sponsor are not responsible for lost or disqualified entries. " Taxes on prizes, if any, are the responsibility of the winner. Contest is void where prohibited or otherwise regulated by law. " 1 st place Malt-O-Meal winners from 2008 are not eligible to compete in 2009. For product information & store locator, visit www.malt-o-meal.com . Page 8 ARKANSAS FARM BUREAU RICE COOKING CONTEST All ages are welcome to participate in this fun competition, exploring the variety of cooking with rice in Arkansas. Bring out your family 9s favorite to compete for cash and prizes at the State Fair! Division 907 - See Classes Listed Below Contest Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2008 Exhibits Accepted: 10:00 to 10:30 am Judging Time: 10:30 am ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 Awards sponsored by Arkansas Farm Bureau: 1 st Place - $100 Rosettes provided by Arkansas State Fair 2 nd Place - $50 3 rd Place - $25 Division 907- CLASS 1 - Main Dish In each of the following classes: Division 907 - CLASS 2 3 Dessert Division 907 - CLASS 3 3 Salads Judging is based on: Taste (30%) ~ Appearance (25%) ~ Originality of Recipe (25%) ~ Ease of Preparation (20%) CONTEST RULES: " Each recipe must use rice or a rice product (cereals, bran, etc.) as a primary ingredient. " Each contestant may submit only one (1) entry per category. " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 907 and Class of choice as listed above. " A recipe is required and must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form (see page 2 of this section, and also Part 1 of the Exhibitor Handbook) and submitted with ASF Entry Form . Make a copy of it without your name and address to use later. " Prepare your dish at home and bring to the contest on the appropriate day and time. Each dish is limited to one 12 d x 18 d area for presentation on Orange colored tables. Exhibitors must bring their own serving utensils, along with a copy of recipe to set beside the dish on the judging table. The recipe copy should not include your name, or otherwise reveal the identity of the exhibitor. " Recipes in which the finished product contains uncooked eggs will be disqualified. " The decision of judges is final. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and the Arkansas State Fair, who reserve the right to edit or distribute recipes for publicity purposes. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. " The 2007 first place winners are not eligible to compete in the same classes of 2008. ALL EXHIBITORS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY STATE FAIR OFFICE AFTER THE FAIR Page 9 ARKANSAS PORK PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION PORK RECIPE RALLY Impress your friends, family and the fair 9s judges! Arkansas Pork Producers Association is searching for the most flavorful, fuss-free pork recipes in Arkansas. Combine fresh pork with up to five other ingredients for a convenient and memorable main dish that says WOW! Division 908: Class 1 Contest Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 1:30 TO 2:00 pm Judging Time: 2:00 pm ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 Awards sponsored by: Arkansas Pork Producers Association 1 st Place - $250 and an Apron 2 nd Place - $100 and an Apron 3 rd Place - $50 and an Apron Rosettes provided by the Arkansas State Fair CONTEST RULES: " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 907 3 Class 1. " Any age contestant is eligible. Only one (1) recipe per exhibitor is allowed. " Entries must use fresh pork (as the only meat) plus no more than 5 other ingredients. Salt, pepper, water, oil and cooking spray do not qualify as ingredients. Any brand or cut of fresh pork is acceptable (i.e. chop, loin, rib, roast, tenderloin, ground or other). Bacon, ham and sausage do not qualify. " Recipe is required and must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form (see page 2) and submitted with ASF Entry Form . Make a copy of it without your name and address to use later. " Prepare your dish at home and bring to the contest on the appropriate day and time. Each dish is limited to one 12 d x 18 d area for presentation on Cream colored tables. Exhibitors must bring their own serving utensils, along with a copy of recipe to set beside the dish on the judging table. The recipe copy should not include your name, or otherwise reveal the identity of the exhibitor. " Judging is based on: Flavor 50% - Convenience 30% - Presentation 20% " The judges 9 decision is final. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and Arkansas State Fair, who reserve the right to publish, promote or advertise recipes or contestant names and photos without compensation. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. For cooking tips and more pork information, visit http://www.arpork.org/ ALL EXHIBITORS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY STATE FAIR OFFICE AFTER THE FAIR Page 10 PILLSBURY ® REFRIGERATED PIE CRUSTS PIE BAKING CHAMPIONSHIP Celebrating America 9s Pie Bakers at State Fairs Division 909: Class 1 Contest Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 10:00 to 10:30 am Judging Time: 10:30 am LOCAL FAIR PRIZES 1st Prize : $200, a commemorative gift and a chance to win a $1,000 grand prize 2nd Prize : $100 3rd Prize : $50 Plus, each winner will receive a ribbon, an award certificate and a Pillsbury apron. $1,000 GRAND PRIZE The Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts Championship will award $1,000 to one grand prize winner selected from all first-place winning recipes from its contests nationwide. CONTEST RULES General Mills Sales, Inc. ( cGeneral Mills d) invites you to participate in a special pie baking championship to create and submit your recipe for your favorite two-crust fruit pie using Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts. You simply unroll the ready-to-use refrigerated crusts in the pan to bake a perfect pie. " Your pie recipe must use one package of Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts (two crusts), include fruit in the filling and be baked in a nine-inch pie pan or a nine- or ten-inch tart pan. " Recipes will be judged on taste, appearance, creativity, ease of preparation, and general appeal. " The grand prize winner will be selected by a team of food professionals at General Mills based on the same criteria. The winner will be notified on or about January 31, 2010. " Each contestant may enter only one pie/pie recipe. Pies must be made at home. Table presentation color is Yellow. " Your pie recipe must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form including the recipe title, contestant name, age, address, and phone number. Bring a copy of your recipe without your information on it to go by your pie. All recipes must be submitted with an original UPC label from one package of Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts. " By submitting your pie and recipe, you accept all Contest rules and agree to be bound by the judges 9 decisions, which will be final. You also agree that your recipe will become the property of General Mills and General Mills reserves the right to edit, adapt, copyright, publish, and use any or all of them including for publicity, promotion, or advertising in any form of media, including websites, without compensation to you. This includes publishing winner names and city/state of residence, in any form of media, including websites. Winners will be asked to sign a release before receiving their cash prize. " The Contest is intended for amateur bakers only. Professional bakers or those who earn a significant portion of their livelihood from baking may not enter the contest. " Employees of General Mills, its parent, affiliates, subsidiaries, agencies, and members of their immediate households are not eligible to enter or win. " Taxes are the responsibility of the winner. This contest is void where prohibited or otherwise regulated by law. " The 2008 Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts Pie Baking Championship First Prize winner is not eligible to enter the 2009 Contest. Sponsored by General Mills Sales, Inc., One General Mills Boulevard, Minneapolis, MN 55440. Page 11 BAKE FOR THE CURE ® BAKING CONTEST The 2009 Fleischmann 9s Yeast contest comes with two ways to win&and all in the spirit of Breast Cancer Awareness. The 1 st category, the main one, features yeast breads of any type and flavor. A second category calls for the best cBatter Breads, d any recipes with no need for kneading or multiple rise times. The 1 st places winning recipes in both categories advance to grand prize judging for a $1,000 national award! Unite to increase Breast Cancer Awareness across the country! For every entry, Fleischmann 9s Yeast (ACH Food Companies) will contribute $10 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Bring your baked entries and matching written recipe for live judging. Themes and decorations are encouraged as part of your presentation. Contest Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 1:30 to 2:00 pm Judging Time: 2:00 pm JUDGING CRITERIA Flavor (40%), Presentation (40%), Texture (20%) Same criteria applies to both categories. Breast cancer awareness themes and decorations are encouraged. PRIZES Division 910: Class: 1 - 1 st Category: Three top prizes: $150 for first place; $75 for second; $50 for third. Bake your best blue ribbon worthy bread&any style&any flavor. Division 910: Class 2: - 2 nd Category: One 1 st place $100 prize for the top cBatter Bread. d No-Kneading, No Kidding. Simply mix, rise and bake. Qualify with ANY great bread recipe with NO multiple rise times (just one rise) and NO time spent kn eading the dough. * Each winner will receive a ribbon, award certificate and apron. THREE GRAND PRIZES: $1,000 Each Three Grand Prizes ($1,000 each) will also be awarded by contest sponsor ACH Food Companies, Inc. (ACH). Based on the same judg ing criteria at the fairs and selected out of all first place winning recipes, ACH Test Kitchens will select one grand prize recipe in each U.S. region of participating fairs, divided as the Northern U.S., Central U.S., and Southern U.S. The three grand prize winners will be not ified by January 31, 2010. Both categories 9 first place winning recipes advance to grand prize judging . ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Presentation Table Color is White. " Entries must be original and baked with Fleischmann's Yeast as an ingredient (RapidRise, Active Dry or Bread Machine Yeast). " For inspiration, visit www.breadworld.com or www.bakeforthecure.com . " Deliver a clear typed recipe that matches your pre-baked entry. Be specific with recipe directions, measurements and sizes of p ans, packages, cans, etc. on a official ASF Recipe Form. Include your name, age and contact information. Winning recipes must be able to be successfully reproduced in the Fleischmann 9s Yeast test kitchens to be considered for grand prizes. " Any age contestant is welcome to enter unless fair guidelines do not permit. Only one set of prizes will be awarded per fair. " One person can submit one entry per category: meaning one entry for the 1 st category and one entry for the 2 nd category. " Each fair selects their judges for this competition. Their decisions are final. " All recipes entered become the property of ACH Foods (ACH). By participating, contestants agree that ACH may edit, adapt, copyr ight, publish and use any or all of the recipes entered. They may also use contestant names and photos for publicity, promotion, or a dvertising without compensation. " Fair contest supervisors will forward all winning recipes for grand prize judging. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. Contest is void where prohibited or otherwise regulated by law. " The 2008 1 st place Fleischmann 9s Yeast winners are not eligible to compete in 2009. " Participating fairs in each region are pre-selected by Fleischmann 9s Yeast and ACH Food Companies, Inc. (ACH). The grand prize recipes will be available after February 1, 2010, by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to The Blue Rib bon Group, Attn: Fleischmann 9s Yeast 809, 3033 Excelsior Blvd., #220, Minneapolis, MN, 55416. Page 12 THE cFIRST LADY 9S d PIE CONTEST We are indeed fortunate to enjoy the natural beauty of this great state of Arkansas, an area also famous for the many fantastic cooks! For generations, our families have savored the flavors of that good old Southern style home cookin 9. And for many years, folks have brought their best pies to the fair, in pursuit of a Blue Ribbon! In keeping with tradition, we continue to bring you this ever popular and entertaining competition. DIVISION 911 - CLASS 1 CONTEST DATE: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2009 EXHIBITS ACCEPTED: 9:30 TO 10:00 AM JUDGING TIME: 10:00 AM ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 Awards and Rosettes provided by the Arkansas State Fair 1 st Place - $100 2 nd Place - $75 3 rd Place - $50 This year - the pie filling is ~ Pumpkin ~ CONTEST RULES: " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 910 3 Class 1. " Only one entry/recipe per exhibitor is allowed, and must include Pumpkin as the main ingredient of the pie filling. " This contest is open to amateur home cooks of all ages. Professional chefs or individuals whose primary income results from their baking ability are not eligible. The 2007 1 st Place Winner is not eligible to compete in 2008. " Pie crust and filling must be home made; no pre-manufactured crust or filling is permitted. " A recipe is required ; it must be typed on the official ASF Recipe Form and submitted with ASF Entry Form (see page 2 and Handbook Part 1 3 General Information). " Recipe must be original and not previously published. List all ingredients (for both crust and filling) in exact measurements and include preparation steps, pan size (must be a standard size 3 minimum 9 d), temperature and baking time. Include name, age and contact information. " Bring a copy of recipe with your prepared entry for judging. The copy should not include your name, or otherwise reveal the identity of the exhibitor. The judges 9 decision is final. " Judging is based on a 20-point system for each category below and the totals overall: CRUST (10%) APPEARANCE (20%) FILLING (20%) FLAVOR/TASTE (50%) Damage in transit or handling will not be counted against the contestant by the judges. " Exhibitors should bring their own serving utensils. The presentation table color is Cream. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the Arkansas State Fair, who reserves the right to publish, promote or advertise recipes, names and photos without compensation. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. Page 13 The GREAT AMERICAN SPAM ® CHAMPIONSHIP Spice-Up your favorite recipe into a SPAMSATIONAL" dish and enter it at the fair! We are looking for easy, almost ceffortless d main dishes that are sure-fire crowd pleasers. Revise classic and traditional recipes with the magic of the SPAM ® Family of Products and see how your entry stacks up. Unleash your culinary creativity! Divisions: 912 3 See Classes Below Contest Date: Thursday, October 15, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 2:30 to 3:00 pm Judging Time: 3:00 pm Two Categories: Class 1: for Adults 3 Class 2: for Kids (Adults: Ages 18 & Up, Kid Chefs: Ages 7-17) LOCAL SPAM ® CHAMPION PRIZES: 1 st Prize $150; 2 nd Prize $50; 3 rd Prize $25 (Adults) LOCAL SPAM ® KID CHEF PRIZES: 1 st Prize $60; 2 nd Prize $30; 3 rd Prize $10 (Kids) TWO NATIONAL GRAND PRIZES: 1) NATIONAL SPAM ® CHAMPION GRAND PRIZE: A Trip to the 2010 Waikiki SPAM JAM ® Event in Hawaii Valued at $3,000 (Adult Grand Prize)*; 2) NATIONAL cSPAM ® KID CHEF OF THE YEAR d GRAND PRIZE: $2,000 cash prize NEW JUDGING CRITERIA: Taste (45%) + Ease of Preparation (30%) + Presentation (25%) RULES: " Make a delicious main dish. Use at least one 12-ounce can of SPAM ® any variety (Classic, Lite, Oven Roasted Turkey, Less Sodium, Hot & Spicy, or other). " Criteria for judges are: Taste (visual and savory presence of SPAM ® products), Ease of Preparation (simplicity of recipe) and Presentation (appearance, theme and title of entry). " Recipes should include 10 or fewer ingredients. Submit your typed recipe on a official ASF Recipe Form with your prepared entry for judging. Presentation Table Color is Blue. " Each entrant is welcome to include a cSPAM ® Chef d statement on why he/she likes the SPAM ® Family of Products which will be reviewed as part of the cPresentation d criteria for national judging. " Include the recipe title, your name, age, address, and phone numbers along with your statement. " First place winners from 2008 SPAM ® contests are not eligible to compete in the 2009 competition. " All recipes become the property of Hormel Foods Sales, LLC, which has the right to publish or advertise the recipes and contestants without compensation. " All contestants including fair winners, finalists and the National Grand Prize winners shall not make any public appearances or give any interviews associated with this competition that are not concurrent with contest participation, without Hormel Foods' prior written permission. " Hormel Foods is not responsible for lost recipes, nor is the fair. " Taxes on the prizes are the responsibility of the winner. " Employees of Hormel Foods Corporation, its affiliates, subsidiaries and families of each are not eligible to participate. NATIONAL JUDGING & GRAND PRIZES : " Fair contest supervisors forward 1 st place winning recipes for national grand prize judging for both Adult and Kid Chef categories. Hormel Foods 9 Home Economists judge recipes on the above criteria. Their decisions are final. " For the National SPAM ® Champion Grand Prize (Adult: Age 18 & Up)*: One national grand prize winner will be selected out of all 40 1 st place recipes from cooks ages 18 and up. He/she will receive a voucher to cover $3,000 in travel costs (airfare, hotel and food) for the 2010 Waikiki SPAM JAM ® Event in Hawaii. The national grand prize winner may elect to accept a $3,000 cash prize instead of the trip. " One National SPAM ® Kid Chef of the Year will be selected out of all 40 1 st place recipes from cooks ages 7 to 17 and he/she will receive a $2,000 cash prize. " Both grand prize winners will be notified by phone no later than February 28, 2010. National winning recipes will be available by sending a self-addressed stamped #10 envelope to SPAM ® National, c/o Blue Ribbon Group, 3033 Excelsior Blvd. #220, Minneapolis, MN 55416. Page 14 Division 913: Contest Date: Friday, October 16, 2009 Exhibits Accepted: 9:30 to 10:00 am Judging Time: 10:00 am KARO CORN SYRUP KIDS COOKIE CONTEST Kids make great tasters. Enter your best sweet treat in the KARO KIDS COOKIE CONTEST. Any cookie or bar that a kid likes is welcome, from a classic cookie to the most creative. Prizes of $100, $50 and $25 reward makers of the Top Tasting Kids Cookies Class 1: (up to 10 ingredients plus KARO); $75 goes to the Best No-Bake Cookie Class 2: (up to 6 ingredients plus KARO). Entries are judged on Taste, Ease of Preparation and Creativeness. PRIZES 1 st place&$100 Top Tasting Kids Cookie 2 nd place&$50 3 rd Place&$25 Best No Bake Cookie&$75 JUDGING CRITERIA TASTE 40%; EASE OF PREPARATION 40%; CREATIVENESS 20% (10 Ingredient Limit on Class 1; 6 Ingredient Limit on No Bake Class 2;) CONTEST REQUIREMENTS " Enter any type of cookie or bar (baked or no-bake style) made with the natural sweetness of KARO Corn Syrup (now available with 0g high fructose corn syrup). " Any flavor or type of KARO is welcome. " Entries will be judged on taste, ease of preparation and creativeness. Original recipes required. " One person can submit one entry per category; meaning one entry for the Top Tasting KIDS COOKIE (10 ingredient limit plus KARO; one entry for the Best NO BAKE COOKIE (6 ingredient limit plus KARO). " Entrants may be of any age, unless fair guidelines do not allow. " Submit your recipe on a official ASF Recipe Form with the KARO product label you used (photocopies allowed). Presentation Table Color is Red. " Each fair selects their judges for this competition. Their decisions are final. " Make your entry at home and deliver it with your matching written recipe to the designated location prior to entry deadline. Recipes should be typed, list ingredients, amounts and step by step instructions. " All recipes become the property of ACH Foods (ACH). By participating, contestants agree that ACH may edit, adapt, copyright, publish and use any or all of the recipes entered. They may also use contestant names and photos for publicity, promotion, or advertising without compensation. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. " KARO 9s sweetness comes from the wholesome goodness of the Heartland 9s finest corn. For product information visit www.karosyrup.com . Page 15 c Arkansas State Fair d CHILI COOK 0 OFF DIVISION 914 3 CLASS 1 CONEST DATE: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009 ENTRIES ACCEPTED: 3:00 TO 3:30 PM JUDGING TIME: 3:30 PM ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS See Page 2 Do you make really good chili? Everyone is invited to join us at the Arkansas State Fair!!! 1st Place 0 $100 Entries will be judged on 2 nd Place 0 $75 Taste 25% Appearance 25% 3 rd Place 0 $50 Presentation 25% Ease of Preparation 25% Contest Rules: " Submit entry by method(s) described on pages 8 3 10 (Part 1 General Information) and specify Division 914 3 Class 1. " Any age contestant any participate; only one recipe per person. " Entries may use any variety of meat or beans. Recipe is required; must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form and submitted with ASF Entry Form (see page 2). Include the complete list of ingredients, measurements and procedure. " Recipe must include contestant name, age and contact information. Remember to bring a copy of the recipe with the Chili to the contest. The recipe copy should not reveal the identity of the contestant " Entries should be fully prepared prior to delivery. Stovetops and electrical outlets are available to heat up for judging. Exhibitors must bring their own serving utensils. Presentation table color is Blue. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor, which reserve the right to publish and promote recipes, contestant names and photos without compensation. " The Judges 9 decision is final. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winners. ALL EXHIBITORS COMPLETE TOGETHER MONTARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY THE STATE FAIR OFFICE AFTER THE FAIR. Page 16 JOHNSTON 9S HOME CENTER FASHION REVIEW DIVISION 915, 916 AND 917 CONTEST DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009 EXHIBITS ACCEPTED: 9:30 TO 10:00 AM JUDGING TIME: 10:00 AM ON SITE REGISTRATION AND ENTRY DETAILS 3 SEE PAGE 2 Garments will first be judged on construction as accepted during check in (see above). The Fashion Review begins at 10 AM, where the garments are modeled and narrated with commentary provided by the exhibitor. The contestant can either model the garments themselves or choose someone else to model their work. Modeling ability will not be consider in the judging process. Judging is based on the following criteria: CONSTUCTION of garment 3 50% ACCESSORIES 3 10% APPEARANCE and fit to the model 3 30% OVERALL EFFECT 3 10% Johnson Brother 9s Home Center of Benton will be awarding a Sewing Machine to the cBest of Show d winner in Divisions 914 and 915. Division 916 will be awarded sewing supplies. Ribbon and Rosettes will be provided by the Arkansas State Fair. CONTEST RULES: " Entries must be submitted on the ASF Entry Form along with the Press Sheet . Adult contestants may exhibit garments made for someone other than themselves (like children 9s clothing), but still must complete in the Adult classes. The same for the Junior and Youth Exhibitors. " A Press Sheet is required: this commentary will be used in the modeling portion of the contest. Bring a copy of the Press Sheet with the garment to the contest . The commentary (Press Sheet) is required for all garment and must be composed by the tailor. " Youth Exhibitors must have constructed the garment themselves with only minimal adult assistance. " These garments are not eligible for any other competition at the Arkansas State Fair. " Exhibits awarded cBest of Show d must remain on display throughout the Fair and follow standard release schedule. All other garments may be released following the contest. Division 915: Adults (20 years and over) Class 1: Sportswear (casual attire) Class 2: Best Wear (dress or suit appropriate for church, banquets or special occasions) Division 916: Junior (Age 13 to 19) Class 1: Sportswear (casual attire) Class 2: Best Wear (dress or suit appropriate for church, banquets or special occasions) Division 917: Youth (Age 12 and under) Class 1: Sportswear (casual attire) Class 2: Best Wear (dress or suit appropriate for church, banquets or special occasions) Page 17 ARKANSAS FARM BUREAU - DAIRY DIVISION FAMILY ICE CREAM MAKING CONTEST All ages are welcome in this fun family event! If you 9ve never seen it, come check it out! Family teams compete for awards by rolling coffee cans across the floor to make their favorite Ice Cream. Just bring the ingredients to make some good old fashioned Ice Cream at the State Fair. DIVISION 918 ~ CLASS 1 CONTEST DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2009 EXHIBITOR CHECK IN: 1:30 TO 2:00 PM JUDGING TIME: 2:00 PM ON SITE REGISTRATION and ENTRY DETAILS 4 SEE PAGE 2 Awards sponsored by Arkansas Farm Bureau: 1 st Place - $75 2 nd Place - $50 Rosettes provided by Arkansas State Fair 3 rd Place - $25 Judging is based on appearance, taste and consistency. Contestants should bring the following items: Measuring cups and spoons 1 cup Milk Two (2) Coffee Cans (empty): 1 cup Whipping Cream 1 large (2 lb. 7 oz.) with plastic lid 1/2 cup Sugar 1 small (1 lb.) with plastic lid 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Any other choice of ingredients: color, flavor, fruit, nuts, candy, etc. CONTEST RULES: " Submit entry by method(s) described on page 2 and specify Division 918 3 Class 1 Recipes are required and must be typed on official ASF Recipe Form and submitted with ASF Entry Form or by alternate entry methods described in Part 1 3 General Information of the Exhibitor Handbook. Bring a copy of the recipe for the judging table that does not reveal the identity of the exhibitor(s). " This is a family contest (only one family member need enter), there is no age requirement. A family consists of two or more related persons. Space is limited to the first 20 entries. " Contestants must bring their own empty coffee cans and ingredients. The State Fair will supply the ice, rock salt and fun! Gloves are recommended 4 your hands will get cold! " Contestants will be instructed on how to make Coffee Can Ice Cream prior to the start of contest. Commercial ice cream makers are not eligible. " Upon submission, all recipes become the property of the sponsor and Arkansas State Fair, who reserve the right to publish, promote or advertise recipes, names and photos without compensation. " Taxes on prizes are the responsibility of the winner. ALL EXHIBITOR TEAMS COMPETE TOGETHER MONETARY AWARDS WILL BE MAILED BY STATE FAIR OFFICE AFTER THE FAIR Page 18

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