Ilderton Fall Fair :::::: Ilderton, Ontario

Youth Work Day – April 28th, 2012

Renee — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:46:24 +0000

After such a successful work day on September 17th, we are at it again to finish painting the bleacher on Saturday, April 28th. Please join us at 9:00 am with your work clothes on to the have some fun while improving our Fair Grounds.

If you have any question, please contact the Fair Secretary at 519-666-2995 or ildertonfair@execulink.com.

See you there!

Committee Members Needed

Renee — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 23:56:56 +0000

The following Committees are looking for volunteers:

Ag Awarness

Amateur Talent Show

Art

Sheep

Woodworking

If you are interested or have any questions, please call the Fair Secretray at 519-666-2995 or ildertonfair@execulink.com.

2012 Annual Meeting

johnsz — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:20:31 +0000

The IAS Annual Meeting - January 23, 2012

At the Ilderton Community Centre

Meal at 6:30, Annual Meeting to follow at 8:15pm

Tickets are $5 each for paid members, membership is available at the door.

Contact 519-666-2995 for Tickets

2011 Draw Winners

johnsz — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 22:41:13 +0000

Thank You to everyone that purchased a ticket this year, we sold out at the Fireman’s Breakfast on Sunday morning. You continued generous support is greatly appreciated.

This year the winners of the draw are:

1st Prize ticket #370 Sandra Dixon from Arva wins the toy John Deere Gator

2nd Prize ticket # 2973 Joe Meriam from Ilderton wins $500 worth of beef

3rd Prize ticket # 2217 Julia Durette from London winds $250 worth of fuel

Election Campaigning at the Ilderton Fair

johnsz — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:22:08 +0000

Campaigning is strictly prohibited in the parade. If you would like to campaign at the fair you must rent either inside or outside space by prearrangement with the appropriate persons. All campaign style activities must be confined to the rented space. The IAS reserves the right to remove anyone that is a safety concern or anyone that does not conduct their behavior in the spirit of the fair.

Youth Work Day a Huge Success

johnsz — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:31:32 +0000

On Saturday September 17 two of the Junior Directors, Tori and Steven organized a work day to paint the bleachers. Over twenty youth volunteers participated alongside half a dozzen directors, managing to paint all the bleachers in a single day.

Thanks to the generours Financial support from Libro Financial Group, The Ilderton Agricultural Society has repaired the bleachers for the upcoming fair.

Way to go everyone!

Ambassador Competition Results 2011

johnsz — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 20:58:27 +0000

Congratulations to the 2011 Ambassador:

Sydra Stoner

Princess: Lauren Marshall

Prince: Collin Ideson

President’s Message

admin — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:59:14 +0000

Far from Ordinary, Close to Home…

As we have undergone the process of redesigning the website we have been challenged to define and describe Ilderton Fair. Where do we begin? The attractions offered at the fair seem like a good place to start but how do you describe the porcelain pony races or the calf scramble? There is the parade, agricultural and homecraft competitions, the midway, live entertainment and the list goes on. While there are lots of things going on at the Ilderton Fair each year, it is defined by something much bigger than a three-day event. It is the people and the celebration of community that makes the Ilderton Fair far from ordinary.

Each year hundreds of volunteers converge on the fairgrounds like a swarm of bees and it is their hard work and dedication that make the fair possible. Even more remarkable is that this community has been orchestrating this event for the past 160 years. This is a cause for celebration. We have lots of exciting events planned to commemorate this milestone including publishing a history book and offering special classes at the fair.

Thank you to all the volunteers that make Ilderton Fair happen and keep the Society running year round. It is your passion for community and agriculture that has sustained the fair for 160 years and will continue to sustain it for another 160!

I look forward to seeing you at the fair!

Melissa Johnson
Ilderton Agricultural Society President 2011

Homecraft President’s Message

admin — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 15:04:21 +0000

The Ilderton Fair has a proud tradition of showcasing the talents of our community. In the Homecraft Division exhibits, the old and the new blend perfectly. It chronicles what is happening in our culture as we retain some of our traditions and add new ones. Some of the skills such as sewing, knitting, crocheting, quilting, canning, pickling, and floral displays were found in the original competitions and are still part of our fair today. The popular scrapbooking hobby, salsa making, recycling themes etc. reflect a focus on the present.

I invite you to participate in our many and varied classes. There is something for everyone. Get involved.

Come browse, admire and enjoy the wonderful exhibits prepared by the talented people in our community and surrounding area. Make sure to stop by our vibrant Junior Work class and see the work of our young people. Check out their entries in other classes too. Their participation adds an extra dimension to the Homecraft Division and the Fair.

Ilderton and area are noted for a community spirit that is amply exhibited through the Ilderton Agricultural Society and its Homecraft Division. The essential component of our successful Homecraft Division is the number of volunteers and the hours that they commit. Our volunteers are the heart of Homecraft Division and the Ilderton Agricultural Society.

Mark September 28, 29 and 30 on your calendars. Come, enjoy and be a part of a great fall fair weekend!

Carol Small
Homecraft President

Ambassador’s Message

admin — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:05:46 +0000

What an experience! I am truly honoured and privileged to have represented Ilderton and the Ilderton Agricultural Society as their Fair Ambassador this year. I have had so many wonderful opportunities to meet people and made friends from all over Ontario. I will never forget the Fair weekend last year, although a little wet, the crowds still came out to enjoy the parade, midway and agricultural displays, we have all come to love while attending our fair.

My year as Fair Ambassador has enriched my life and taught me the importance of community. It has opened the door to a number of new and exciting opportunities. I am certain that the momentum from this year will encourage many years of involvement in the Ilderton Fair, community, and Ambassador program.

There are many people who have put in endless hours to make this experience possible for me. I owe a big thank you to Joan Edwards for first suggesting me as a candidate, the Ambassadors Committee for creating this opportunity for me, John Szentimery, Melissa Johnson, and the rest of the Ilderton Agricultural Society. It is volunteers like you that give Ambassadors from across Ontario the opportunity to represent our respective fair boards to communicate how important the fair experience is in keeping rural living alive and well in Ontario.

Finally, a big thank you to the communities of Ilderton and Middlesex Centre for your unwavering encouragement. Thank you to my sponsor, Poplar Hill Lions Club, for supporting me this year. Our community is filled with a giving spirit and is personified in the many great volunteers who dedicate their time and effort right through the year to make the Ilderton Fair so successful year after year.

Tori Zavitz
Ilderton Fair Ambassador 2010/2011