Green & Growing

The Pre-Fair Packet for 4-H families is an important piece to use when navigating the many events at the fair. Please take the time to read it all. It includes:

1. Project judging/evaluation schedules
2. Ganyard Building setup and watch schedule
3. Ticket information
4. Livestock evaluation and skillathon information
5. Pop Stand shift schedule
6. Burke Building cleanup schedule
7. and so much more...

Members will schedule an appointment for each of their projects using the SignUpGenius website. An appointment MUST be made for all non-livestock 4-H project evaluations.

What if I have multiple projects to schedule? - No problem. Be sure to schedule at least 20 minutes between each appointment time so you aren't rushed. Don't schedule two project appointments at the same time! If the projects are judged on different days, just click the Back to Sign-Up button after scheduling for each event/day. That will take you back to the appointment page. ONLY MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR PROJECTS THAT YOU MADE A FAIR ENTRY FOR.

What if I'm showing an animal the same day as an interview for another 4-H project? - Just schedule an appointment for a time that is available, and we'll work with you that day to make sure you can do both. It may require a parent or sibling walking over to the interview check-in table to let us know you're showing your animal.

Make an appointment with SignUpGenius:

go.osu.edu/24interviews

If your child has a disability and you have questions about accessibility or wish to request accommodations you can complete a Winning 4-H Plan.

If you have any questions, please contact Beth at boomershine.10@osu.edu.

This year, the junior fair would like to offer office hours for families to ask questions and pick up ribbons and score sheets. All 4-H volunteers and junior fair board members/advisors are welcome to sign up for a shift to facilitate office hours. Instructions will be shared with individuals who sign up to help. All shifts are only two to three hours long. Anyone who takes a shift will receive a free one-day pass to the fair.

Did you know that all profits from the 4-H Pop Stand go to sending kids to camp, funding the 4-H recognition program and awards, and supporting year-round 4-H programming? Donations to the 4-H Pop Stand help tremendously in funding these programs. Please consider donating one or more of the items requested. Drop off any time at the pop stand or the county booth in the Ganyard Building (if the pop stand isn't open).

Vending Machine Type Snacks Are Needed Such As:

• Sweet-n-Salty Snack Mix Packs
• Gummy Candies
• Beef Jerky Packs
• Snack Size Potato Chips
• Takis
• Skittles / Nerds / Sour Patch Kids
• Snack Size Nabisco Cookies
• Duchess Powdered Donuts or Honey Buns (3oz packs)
• Oreo Snack Packs
• No Chocolate Bars - They melt!

Cash is also a great way to donate to this fundraiser!

The 4-H Council also coordinates the annual 4-H Pork Dinner at the fair each year. It's not only a great fundraiser, but volunteering or eating at the annual event is a fun way to get to know others in the 4-H community!

Pork Dinner Tickets are available for sale in the 4-H pop stand located outside of the livestock Burke Barn. Pre-Sale single tickets are just $12 and if you purchase 20 or more tickets in one transaction, tickets are just $10 each! A limited quantity of tickets will be sold on the day of the event for $15.

This affordable dinner includes:

Roasted Pork Loin prepared by 4-H Council

Choice of 2 sides (corn, baked beans, baked potatoes, salad, watermelon or chips)

Delicious dinner roll with butter, dessert, and drink!!!

If you or your club is interested in donating things like bbq sauce, watermelons, or desserts, or if you're interested in volunteering to serve the dinner, please reach out to Kerry Riggs at buckeyeclover@gmail.com.

The Franklin County Farm Bureau will continue its participation in the Livestock sale to support exhibitors on Sunday, July 21, 2024. A new addition this year is an extra benefit exclusively for Franklin Farm Bureau members who pickup and display stall signs. Thank you to our Nationwide select partner Leist Mercantile for partnering with us!

All Junior Fair Exhibitors receive a free weeklong digital pass for entry into the fair. Junior Fair Tickets were sent on June 25 via email to the email address used in Fair Entry.

For Parents and Family Members:

Pre-Sale Tickets (Ends 7/14/2024) - $8.00

General Admission (7/15- 7/21) - $10.00

Week-long Pass-$43.00

Ag. Society Membership Tickets - $45.00*

*Allows for voting in the Ag. Society Election and entry to the fair every day.

Purchase your tickets online today! https://www.fcfair.org/tickets

Email: boomershine.10@osu.edu or stoneburner.31@osu.edu
Website: franklin.osu.edu
Location: 2548 Carmack Road, Columbus, OH, USA
Phone: 614-866-6900 option 2
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