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2018 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR

From The Desk Of The Fair Manager...

In just a blink, it’s a year later and we’re moving rapidly towards the 160th annual Washington County Fair. With just a few short weeks to go, we’re putting together the final touches for another fantastic year at the Fair!

I can’t thank our Fair Family enough for all they do- everyone who has a role to play in the Fair puts their heart and soul into it. Their love of the Fair and dedication in all that they do is inspiring to say the least.

Without this amazing group of people, the Fair would not exist.

I was contemplating what to write specifically about this year and thought I’d touch on the question of the year: how we decide what national acts come to the Fair. There are many factors that go into the process and budget is definitely one of the biggest ones. When I’m asked why we don’t have larger acts, the simplest explanation I have is that if they are headlining a tour in stadiums or at large music festivals, then they are most likely outside of our budget as a local nonprofit County Fair.

On the flip side of that, County Fairs offer a

KELLIE BOONE

venue to experience some amazing up and coming talent and of course some longstanding favorites also.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to see these extremely talented artists up close and personal, especially before they rise to the ranks of those like Dierks Bentley, Darius Rucker and Little Big Town, all who’ve played the Washington County Fair.

So come out, fall in love with a new artist or enjoy one of your longtime favorites. While you’re here, experience everything the Fair has to offer- there’s so much to do and see. It’s jam packed with six days of Music, Food and, of course, Fun!

This year’s fair will feature headliner acts on the Silver Lining Amphitheater. Scotty McCreery will perform on Thursday, July 26; Collective Soul and 3 Doors Down will perform on Friday, July 27; and Walker Hayes will be featured on Saturday, July 28. photo by Anne Trautner

See you at the Fair!

-Kellie Boone

The Washington County Fair will be held July 24-29. Come out and enjoy rides, food, entertainment and fun. photo by Anne Trautner

Lots of fun awaits you at the Washington County Fair, which will be held July 24-29. photo by Anne Trautner

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Plan Ahead – All Bags Subject To Search

All bags are subject to search prior to entering the Fairgrounds. There are no size restrictions for bags.

Please leave any unnecessary articles secured within your vehicle or at home to expedite your entry. We do not offer a check in service for items. Any items not allowed will either need to be returned to vehi-

cles or confiscated at the gate.

The following items are NOT ALLOWED at the Washington County Fair: • Any illegal items, knives or weapons (concealed carry is allowed with permit) • Outside food and beverages • Cans or glass bottles • Aerosol cans

• Alcohol • Illegal drugs or substances • Fireworks • Pets (except service animals) • Other carry-ins as determined by management.

Washington County Fair Management reserves the right to alter carry-in policies at any time.

Fireworks will help to kick off the Washington County Fair at dusk on Tuesday, July 24. photo by Anne Trautner

Youth will show their dogs at Washington County Fair on Wednesday, July 25, from 3 to 5 p.m. photo by Anne Trautner

Visitors of all ages will enjoy seeing many different animals at the Washington County Fair. photo by Anne Trautner

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Silent Auction Helps Fund 4-H Youth Education

Most fairgoers know about fair craft exhibits, animal exhibits, food, and rides, but did you know there is also a weeklong silent auction that raises money toward 4-H youth scholarships, educational training, trips, and other programming?

Each year at county fair the Washington County 4-H Leaders Association sponsors this silent auction, which is the second largest fundraiser for Washington County’s 4-H program.

Last year’s auction raised over $6,100.

“The 4-H program offers youth a fantastic outlet for learning a variety of new skills, as well as providing an opportunity for them to develop lifelong leadership and

communication skills,” said Andrea Schultz, a 4-H alumni and co-chair of the Washington County 4-H Silent Auction Committee. “The auction serves to offset the cost of programs like leadership camps and trips that help youth build these skills.”

Fair attendees can find the silent auction just inside the Ziegler Building entrance, in a small room off of the main exhibit hall. The auction is open every day of fair, with new items added daily.

“Auction items are donated by local businesses, friends of 4-H, and 4-H families,” said Nicole Kabitzke, cochair of the Washington County 4-H Silent Auction Committee. “Items received often include a

variety of antiques, handmade crafts, gift certificates, sports memorabilia, hunting/fishing equipment, tools, and much more.”

To participate in the auction, shoppers write their name, phone number, and bid amount on a bid sheet for the item that they would like to “win.” The committee encourages bidders to come back often, in case they are outbid and want to make a higher bid.

Final bids are accepted until 11 am on Sunday, July 29. The committee will notify winners later that afternoon so they can return to the auction before the close of fair to pay for and collect their items.

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Fair Admission Parking Parking is FREE at the Washington County Fair!

Season Passes Adult (13 and older) $30 Youth (7-12) $14 OC Exhibitors $20 Junior Exhibitors $8 4-H/FFA/Junior Holstein Adult Volunteers $15 (available only through UW Extension)

Tuesday Opening Day count $3

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Wednesday - Senior And Military Day

Seniors (60 and older) $5 Military (with ID) Free + 1 guest Adult and Teen (13 and older) $7 Youth (7-12) $4 Youth (6 and younger) FREE Thursday, Friday and Saturday Adult (13 and older) $10 Youth (7-12) $4 Youth (6 and younger) FREE

Sunday - Senior Discount Seniors (60 and

older) $5 (no other discounts allowed) Adult (13 and older) $7 Youth (7-12) $4 Youth (6 and younger) FREE Corporate Ticket Sales 50-100 tickets – $6/each 101+ tickets – $5/each

Disability Tickets (Samaritan, Cedar Community and Threshold) All disability tickets must be purchased in advance.

Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday – $3.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday – $5.

Early Bird Pricing Early bird pricing ended on Friday, July 13. Full price tickets can still be purchased in person at the fair office during normal business hours (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday) or via phone with a credit card at 262-677-5060.

Tickets purchased over the phone will be left at will-call. General admission Fair passes are not available for online purchase.

Walking through the animal barns is a highlight for many at the Washington County Fair, which will be held July 24-29. photo by Anne Trautner

Carnival Pricing And Schedule

Tuesday - D.A.R.E. Night Rides Open 5 p.m.

D.A.R.E Special 6:30 – 8 p.m. (Free with special pass.)

Wednesday - Pay One Price Carnival Specials Rides Open 1 p.m.

Specials Pay One Price: 1-4 p.m.– $14.

Pay One Price: 5-10 p.m.– $20.

Thursday - Disability Rides, Dollar Rides And Pay One Price Disability Rides, Noon– 2 p.m. (Free with special pass.)

Rides open to public at 1

p.m.

Specials Dollar Day: 1-5 p.m.– $1/ride Pay One Price: 5-10 p.m.– $20.

Friday - Pay One Price Carnival Specials Rides Open 12 Noon Specials Pay One Price: Noon-5 p.m.– $20.

The carnival at Washington County Fair features many different rides. There are different specials offered throughout the week. photo by Anne Trautner

Saturday Rides open at 11 a.m.

Sunday - Pay One Price Carnival Specials Rides open at 11 a.m.

Specials Pay One Price: Noon-5 p.m. – $20.

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Washington County Fair Continues Long Tradition Of Entertainment

Washington County Fair To Feature Some Great Musical Headliners SCOTTY McCREERY

This year’s Washington County Fair kicks off on Tuesday, July 24. Check out this year’s Silver Lining Ampitheater music line-up, which features country stars Scotty McCreery and Walker Hayes with Carly Pearce and Ryan Kinder, and rock stars 3 Doors Down and Collective Soul with Soul Asylum.

Scotty McCreery On Thursday, July 26, at 8 p.m., it is time for some country music with Scotty McCreery. He will take the stage at 8 p.m. with Tucker Beathard opening at 6:30 p.m.

Scotty McCreery burst onto the national music scene in 2011 at age 17, quickly establishing himself as one of country music’s hottest new stars.

Now in his early 20s, the talented singer/songwriter has album sales approaching three million, and received both Platinum and Gold album certifications, debuted three consecutive albums at Number One on a Billboard chart, and achieved one Gold and three Platinum-certified singles as well as two Top 10 hits.

McCreery has toured with Brad Paisley and Rascal Flatts, headlined his own tours, earned industry and fan accolades, and was named “Best American Idol” by the readers of The Los Angeles Times and “Country Music’s Sexiest Man” by the readers of NASH Country Weekly Magazine. He has amassed

more than three million followers on Facebook and Twitter, and received more than 150 million YouTube views. And with the release of his first book Go Big or Go Home: The Journey Toward the Dream in 2016, he can also add the title of author to his resume.

His deep voice and irresistible sound create a perfect blend of contemporary and traditional country. With more than 400 live shows under his belt across the U.S., Canada, the Philippines and the Caribbean, McCreery has quickly become a crowd favorite appealing to all ages. His loyal fans — the McCreerians — are among the most dedicated and enthusiastic in the country music world.

After winning Season 10 of “American Idol”, McCreery released his debut album, which was the best-selling solo album released by a country artist in 2011. Indeed, he became the youngest man and first country music artist in history to have his first album debut atop the all-genre Billboard Top 200 albums chart.

That album, Clear As Day, was certified Platinum for sales of one million units in just 13 weeks, and the first two singles from that album (“I Love You This Big” and “The Trouble with Girls”) have also since been certified Platinum. He won the New Artist of the Year Award at both the Academy of Country Music

(ACM) Awards and the American Country Awards in 2011, and received the CMT Music Award for the USA Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year for “The Trouble with Girls” in 2012.

His sophomore album, See You Tonight, was released in October 2013 and debuted at Number One on the Billboard Country Albums chart. He co-wrote five songs on the album, including the first single, “See You Tonight,” which was certified Platinum and became his first Top 10 hit. The song would go on to earn McCreery his first BMI Award for writing one of the “Top 50 Country Music Songs of 2015.”

The music video for “See You Tonight” spent an impressive 11 weeks at Number One on GAC’s “Top 20 Countdown.” The album received rave reviews from media outlets ranging from Rolling Stone and People to “Entertainment Tonight” and The Los Angeles Times.

Soon after its release, he won the Breakthrough Artist Award at the 2013 American Country Awards.

Around the time he turned 21 in 2014, “Feelin’ It” became his second consecutive Top 10 hit.

The single was later certified Gold in 2015. That same year, McCreery released his fan-favorite single “Southern Belle” with an accompanying music video that quickly topped GAC’s “Top 20 Countdown.”

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The Washington County Fair has a long tradition of featuring of top music performers. Here is a list of performers the fair has featured over the years: 1999: Styx, Oak Ridge Boys and Trace Adkins.

2000: Willie Nelson, Cheap Trick and Pam Tillis.

2001: Tanya Tucker, REO Speedwagon and Sammy Kershaw.

2002: Sawyer Brown, Wynonna and Foreigner.

2003: Sonic Flood, Neil McCoy, Kenny Rogers and BoDeans.

2004: Rebecca St. James, Loretta Lynn, Eddie Money/.38 Special and Journey.

2005: John Anderson/Glen Campbell, Grand Funk Railroad/Kansas, and Huey Lewis and the News.

2006: Three Dog Night/The Guess Who, Jo Dee Messina, Pat Benatar and Poison.

2007: Chicago, Sawyer Brown/Colin Raye, Steppenwolf/ Paul Rogers and Slaughter/ Skid

Though he is often featured on “Best Dressed Lists” when he walks on the Red Carpet at award shows and events, McCreery returns to being a typical “guy next door” when he is not in the limelight. After winning “American Idol” in 2011, the gifted performer returned to his local high school, where he also resumed his position as pitcher on the school’s baseball team. After graduating high school in 2012, he enrolled at his beloved North Carolina State University, attending classes while balancing his active performing and recording career.

In-between concert dates, McCreery is writing songs and released his highly anticipated album Seasons Change earlier this spring. The album was produced by Frank Rogers.

Rock & Roll Express Tour: 3 Doors Down, Collective Soul, Soul Asylum On Friday, July 21, the fair will welcome the popular rock bands 3 Doors Down, Collective Soul and Soul Asylum as part of the Rock & Roll Express Tour. Soul Asylum

Row/Vince Neil.

2008: Rodeo, Phil Vassar, Blues Traveler/ Collective Soul/Live and Styx/Boston.

2009: David Cook, Lonestar/David Worley and The Steve Miller Band.

2010: Little Big Town, Cinderella/ Dokken/Jackyl and Kenny Loggins/Dennis DeYoung/Starship.

2011: Loverboy, Dierks Bentley and Train.

2012: REO Speedwagon, Montgomery Gentry and Puddle of Mudd/Theory of a Deadman.

2013: Josh Turner, Darius Rucker and Daughtry.

2014: Justin Moore, Big & Rich and Blood, Sweat and Tears/The Guess Who. 2015: Charlie Worsham/Dan and Shay/Travis Tritt, Bret Michaels and Kip Moore.

2016: Hunter Hayes/.38 Special/Lee Brice.

2017: Dustin Lynch, Ann Wilson of Heart and Montgomery Gentry.

will take the stage at 7 p.m., followed by Collective Soul at 8:15 p.m. and 3 Doors Down at 9:30 p.m.

The train keeps a rollin’ all summer long with the “Rock & Roll Express Tour,” co-headlined by 3 Doors Down and Collective Soul! As an added bonus, Soul Asylum will be supporting on select dates on the 36-city North American run.

The trek will roll through mid-September, crisscrossing the country.

“Soul Asylum, Collective Soul and 3 Doors Down, that’s a big night of hits!!,” says 3 Doors Down frontman Brad Arnold in a statement. “I’m looking forward to hopping on the ‘Rock & Roll Express’ this summer, gonna be fun!”

“It’s going to be an exciting summer!,” adds Collective Soul singer Ed Roland. “Not only are we going to be out with a great band, but also some great friends. I look forward to seeing everyone come out and rock with us, 3 Doors Down and Soul Asylum.”

3 Doors Down Formed in 1995, Grammy Award®-nominated multiplatinum Mis-

sissippi rock band 3 Doors Down consistently captivates audiences worldwide. The quintet’s many accolades include selling 16 million albums globally, receiving three Grammy nominations, and winning two American Music Awards, and five BMI Pop Awards for songwriting — including “Songwriter of the Year.”

Their debut The Better Life, became certified sixtimes RIAA platinum in 2000 and was fueled by the success of juggernaut hit “Kryptonite.” This was followed by 2002’s sophomore album, Away from the Sun which went tripleplatinum and saw similar success with “When I’m Gone” and “Here Without You.” 2005’s platinum Seventeen Days and 2008’s 3 Doors Down each earned Number One debuts on the Billboard Top 200, while Time of My Life landed at Number Three in 2011. In 2003, the group founded the charity The Better Life Foundation. Ignited by the single “In The Dark,” 3 Doors Down unleashes their sixth full-length album, Us and the Night, in 2016.

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Collective Soul Born during the rise of grunge and alternative rock, Collective Soul broke into mainstream popularity when they rose to international fame in 1993 with the rock anthem “Shine.” The multiplatinum quintet has been making music for two decades since then and has a catalog of Number One hits under their belts.

Collective Soul helped shape and define alternative rock with lots of guitars and attitude.

Collective Soul was formed in the small town of Stockbridge, GA, in the early 1990s. The group consists of principal songwriter and frontman Ed Roland (lead vocals/keyboards/guitars), Dean Roland (rhythm guitarist), Will Turpin (bassist), Johnny Rabb (drummer) and Jesse Triplett (lead guitarist).

The band’s debut album Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid was originally released in 1993 on Atlanta indie label Rising Storm. The album was a collection of Ed Roland’s demos that spread like fire through the college circuit and the

popularity of the album locally spurred Atlantic to pick it up for a major-label release. “Shine” quickly became the rock anthem played across the country on radio and on MTV and set the band up for an arena tour with Aerosmith.

Their self-titled second album was a triple platinum juggernaut and would define their sound with guitar driven songs and passionate vocals.

The album produced five Top 10 hits and two of the singles — “December” and “The World I Know” — charted on the Top 40, which spoke to the band’s crossover appeal.

In 2008, Collective Soul found themselves on the soundtrack for the film Twilight with “Tremble for My Beloved” from Dosage. Following the film’s success, the song’s exposure earned Collective Soul new popularity and connected with a younger audience.

Collective Soul’s music has often been covered by well-known artists. In 2001, Dolly Parton won a Grammy Award for Best Country Vocal Performance with her cover ver-

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sion of “Shine”. In further recognition of their artistic achievement, Collective Soul was inducted into The Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2009. Additionally, as the principal songwriter for the group, Roland was individually inducted as a songwriter in 2014.

Collective Soul continues to rock quite simply for the love of music. The band that helped sonically define alternative rock is more focused and energized than ever. And as Ed Roland puts it, fans can continue to expect “lots of guitars and a fun attitude from the southern gentlemen of rock and roll.”

Soul Asylum Soul Asylum has been inspiring an incredible level of passion for their music since 1981, when the band, initially known as Loud Fast Rules, formed in Minneapolis.

The band’s raucous live sets and early releases on the hometown indie label Twin/Tone —including the albums Say What You Will, Made to Be Brokenand While You Were Out —earned it a loyal fan base and widespread critical acclaim.

Soul Asylum’s indie success led to the band entering the major-label mainstream with 1988s Hang Time and its 1990 follow-up And the Horse They Rode In On, and achieving a platinum-level commercial breakthrough with 1992s Grave Dancers Union (3x platinum) and 1995s Let Your Dim Light Shine. Grave Dancers Union featured the international hits “Runaway Train,” which won a 1994 Grammy as Best Rock Song, and “Black Gold,” while Let Your Dim Light Shine (platinum) spawned the hit “Misery.”

The band went on hiatus after 1998s Candy from a Stranger, during which time Pirner released his first solo effort, Faces & Names. Soul Asylum returned to action

WALKER HAYES WITH CARLY PEARCE & RYAN KINDER

in 2006 with The Silver Lining, Delayed Reactionsix years later and in 2018 Sony Legacy released a previously unheard live album, “Live from Liberty Lunch, Austin, TX” recorded in 1992.

Walker Hayes with Carly Pearce & Ryan Kinder On Saturday, July 28, country music will be back with Walker Hayes.

He will take the stage at 8 p.m. with Ryan Kinder and Carly Pearce opening for him — Kinder at 7 p.m. and Pearce at 8:15 p.m.

Boom. Walker Hayes uses the word often. “It just felt right,” the breakout country singer says of the title for his highly-anticipated new album. It’s a celebratory sort of thing, he’ll tell you. A new radio station adds his buzzing single, “You Broke Up With Me.” boom. He links up for a national tour with Thomas Rhett. boom.

That rowdy performance at CMA Fest — the one that had the crowd singing every word of his music back to him? boom. It wasn’t always this way. Not by a long shot. Lately, though, Hayes has had occasion to bust out the word often.

And he’s not complaining.

A confessional, no-nonsense singer-songwriter, and one whose voice and perspective brims with relatability, Hayes is a triedand-true Nashville standout. He’s an original in a town all-too-often rife with mimicry and compromise. And, now, he has audiences flocking to him in a major way.

And if the Mobile, Alabama native has learned anything over more than a decade spent in Nashville, it’s that he can

only be himself. His music — from the unflinching and honest “Beer in the Fridge,” to the spare and tender love song “Beautiful,” to “Craig,” Boom’s gripping album closer that documents a friend who came to his family’s aid in a time of need — is entirely Hayes’ own, even if it’s not always pretty.

He’d long had it drilled into his head that there existed finite rules that comprised a successful country song. So, Hayes is the first to admit it caught him off guard when listeners responded so passionately to the personal music he was writing. The singer says that, in time, he realized simply, “people want to hear the nitty gritty of life and the honesty and the authenticity. Just because there is something that typically works on radio right now doesn’t mean there’s not listeners out there that are craving that personal experience that they can relate to.”

Hayes has always been the type that had to be cajoled into doing what always came natural to him. The son of a real estate broker, Hayes loved music — piano recitals, noodling on his guitar — but figured he’d stick around home and log a normal nine-to-five. However, after constant needling from his father, Hayes finally agreed to perform at a local bar, if only to get dad off his back. It was a tiny stage, he remembers with a laugh “a small crowd, but there was applause after my songs” and it felt incredible. “For some reason, when I left that show that night I knew right then that’s what I wanted to do,” Hayes recalls. He called his wife, asked her if she wanted to move to

Nashville, and she said yes without hesitation.

He instantly fell in love with songwriting, landed a job with a publishing company, and even got a record deal. But, things in Nashville aren’t as easy as they seem and soon Hayes’ deals fell through.

For years, he grinded it out: writing songs for other artists where he could, working odd jobs to pay the bills, lying in bed at night trying to convince himself to not love writing songs anymore “because all it does is mess me up.

It makes a fool of me. It strings me through all this up and down and eventually breaks my heart.”

But, of course, he’d wake up the next day and want nothing more than to write another song.

In due-time he linked up with ace songwriter and Grammy award-winning producer Shane McAnally who signed Hayes to his SmackSongs publishing company and soon released two volumes of Hayes’ music for free online. As if without warning, the music quickly attracted a massive swell of popularity.

Just like his songs, Hayes’ live show is completely inimitable. Having long played showcases in the round, ones where he’d sit on a barstool and tell stories before performing a tune, he now distinguishes his shows using a loop, he beatboxes, and he incorporates a backing band of musicians into the mix.

“The show is growing on a weekly basis,” Hayes says. “When a crowd is so electric that you can feed off their energy you feel kind of invincible up there. It is amazing.”

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Meet The Fair Judges

County fair exhibitors glow with pride when they see a blue ribbon (or perhaps even a grand champion rosette!) attached to their exhibit. Fairgoers may wonder, “Who decides which exhibits get which placings?”

County fair judges are adults who have been certified by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection to evaluate exhibits. They must have expertise in the topic area that they are evaluating. Judges come from a wide variety of backgrounds.

They may have professional experience in the topic area that they are judging (for example, a judge in Natural Sciences may have had a career working in environmental programs).

Many judges are current or retired educators or

UW-Extension professionals from other counties.

For junior exhibits in the Ziegler Family Expo Center, judges take the time to have a conversation with each youth exhibitor about the items he or she has made.

The judge is evaluating not only the quality of the finished product but also the youth’s comfort level in talking about his or her learning process, and whether or not the youth gained knowledge while making the item.

After hearing from the youth and assessing the exhibit, the judge decides what placing to award.

Once all exhibits are evaluated, judges come together to review all of the items in a specific department and decide which are the most outstanding. These exhibits may be selected for a

special honor, such as a grand champion or merit award. Some exhibits are also selected to be sent to the Wisconsin State Fair.

Are you interested in becoming a judge for Wisconsin county fairs?

An application is available on the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection website.

Applicants must list relevant experience and include references.

Once an application is approved, the judge’s contact information is included in a directory that goes out to all county fairs as they begin the hiring process for next year’s county fair judges. In Washington County, the Agriculture and Industrial Society operates the county fair and hires the judges.

Youth are judged on a variety of different projects before the Washington County Fair officially opens. photo by Anne Trautner

Area youth spend many hours working on projects that are judged at the Washington County Fair. photo by Anne Trautner

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Sunday, July 22

Ziegler Family Expo Building 3-5 p.m.

Open Class Entries Accepted

Monday, July 23

ENTRY DAY (PRE-FAIR) 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Open Class Home Environment, Knitting, Crocheting, Clothing, Crafts and Senior Citizens 5–9 p.m.

Poultry 5–8 p.m.

Rabbits

JUDGING (PRE-FAIR) Ziegler Family Expo Building 12:30-7 p.m.

Drawing and Painting, Ceramics, Basketry, Stitchery, Arts I, Arts II, Leathercraft, Music, Drama, Clowning, Exploring, Cloverbuds, Youth Leadership, Social/Political Sciences, Scrapbooks, Computers, Communications, Cultural Arts, Photography (Open and Junior), Woodwork (Open and Junior), Electricity, Mechanical Sciences, Animal/Vet. Science, Pets, Natural Science (Open and Junior), Clothing, Home Environment, Child Development, Knitting and Crocheting, Cake Decorating (Open and Junior) 3 p.m.

Open Class Photography

Youth explain to experienced judges how they completed their projects for the fair. photo by Anne Trautner

Youth will be judged on Monday, July 23, on a variety of projects at the Washington County Fair. photo by Anne Trautner

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is The Exit And Re-Entry Policy At Washington County Fair?

Hand stamps to leave and re-enter are available at all gate areas.

Re-entry stamps will be valid for a single, same day re-entry until the close of Fair that day.

Can I Rent A Stroller Or Wheelchair?

Strollers- Yes, limited rentals are available for strollers at the Kettlebrook information stand just inside the Fairgrounds.

Wheelchairs- Yes, limited rentals are available for wheelchairs through the Fair Office located in the West Bend Mutual Insurance Pavilion Building.

This is a complimentary service; however, it does require leaving your ID with the office until the return of the equipment.

At this time, we do not offer motorized scooters.

What Are The Hours Of The Fair Office And where Is It Located?

The Fair office is located just inside the West Bend Mutual Insurance Pavilion. The hours of the Fair Office are Tuesday, July 24, through Saturday, July 28, from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. Hours on Sunday are from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Can I Bring My Service Animal With Me? Yes, you may. If you are a service animal trainer, the animal must wear a harness or leash and special cape denoting that the animal is in training and not a pet. If you require the use of your service animal at the Fair, we strongly encourage the use of an identifying vest, har-

ness, cape or leash so others do not attempt to pet or play with your service animal. Please note that Fair Management reserves the right to remove both animal and patron if the animal jeopardizes the safety of other patrons, staff or volunteers.

Is There Handicap Parking Available?

Yes, we have dedicated lots at the main entrance to the buildings and also a smaller lot at the North Gate entrance for handicap parking.

Where To Go For Lost Items?

Lost and Found items are turned into the Fair Office and can be claimed there. Lost items will be held for 30 days and then either donated or destroyed. The Washington County Fair will not be held liable for any unclaimed items.

What Is Included In The Price Of Admission?

If you purchase an admission ticket for the Fair, it includes your admission to the grounds for the day(s) of purchase. Access to the grass area (hill) of the Silver Lining Amphitheater for concerts is also included. We strive to provide as much free entertainment and activities within the Fair as possible but please note there are some activities that require an additional fee i.e. a reserved seat at the Amphitheater, the carnival/midway area, etc.

If you purchase a ticket for a concert at the Fair, that ticket includes your admission to the Fair for the day of the concert as well as your reserved seat during the concert.

In addition: Schedule, prices and entertain-

ment subject to change without notice. All events are rain or shine. No refunds, exchanges or credit card cancellations. Tickets non-transferable. All sales final.

Washington County Fair Park (WCFP) is the only authorized seller of all tickets. If you purchase a ticket from a ticket broker or third party, WCFP will not guarantee that the ticket is valid; your ticket(s) may be confiscated and you will be denied admission to the event. No re-sale of ticket(s) permitted via the internet, including but not limited to, eBay and Craigslist or any other interactive media except through the official WCFP website.

Ticket holder acknowledges all risks incidental to the event for which this ticket is issued, whether occurring before, during or after the event. Upon admission, the ticket holder agrees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations and WCFP rules.

What Happens In The Case Of Rain Or Inclement Weather?

The Washington County Fair is a rain or shine event. Certain activities may be paused or cancelled in the case of inclement weather.

Are There Facilities For Nursing Mothers?

Kettlebrook Church provides a space near their information booth for nursing mothers. It is located just outside the West Bend Mutual Insurance Pavilion, near the Washington County Farm Bureau food stand.

What If I Get Ill Or Injured While On The Fairgrounds?

There is a first aid station located at the rear of the West Bend Mutual Insurance Pavilion courtesy of Aurora Health Care. Ambulance service and Fair Ground patrols for first-aid related services is provided by Lifestar EMS. Additionally, the Kettlebrook Information Tent and Fair Office have access to first-aid kits.

The Kewaskum FFA invites you to check us out at the Washington County Fair!

COME SEE OUR ANIMAL EXHIBITS ALL WEEK AND THE LIVESTOCK AUCTION ON THURSDAY AT 6 PM

The Washington County Fair will be held July 24-29. Fireworks are scheduled to be held at dusk on Tuesday, July 24. photo by Anne Trautner

Tuesday, July 24 Sponsored by MEIJER

WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 3-10 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths ENTRY DAY 8 a.m.–Noon 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Noon–8 p.m.

2 p.m.

2–6 p.m.

JUDGING Equestrian Area 5:15 p.m.

Poultry and Rabbits Beef, Swine and Sheep Open Class Foods Pleasure Horses Goats Dairy

Jr. Horses/Ponies Gymkhana Division

Ziegler Family Expo Building 9:30 a.m.

Open Senior Citizens 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Jr. Class Foods 1 p.m.

Open Class Cultural Arts 5–7 p.m.

Jr. Class Foods

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (Open 3-9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 7–9 p.m.

4-H Theatre Arts DEVENPORT STAGE Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 7-8 p.m.

Accompany of Kids DO DROP IN MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing 7-10 p.m.

Dirty Boogie (Pop/Rock) WHY GO BY MUSIC STAGE 6-9 p.m.

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2018 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR Wednesday, July 25

Sponsored by Moraine Park Technical College

MILITARY DAY ACTIVITIES Sponsored by Delta Defense 9 a.m.

Opening Ceremony, Front of WB Mutual Pavilion Building Flag Raising Bugler Pledge of Allegiance Color Guard Other Military Day Activities located in the Ziegler Family Expo Building

A horse pull is the featured attraction in the West Equestrian Ring on Wednesday, July 25, at 7 p.m. photo by Anne Trautner

Aerotek BMX Stunt Show

The Aerotek BMX Stunt Show returns to the Washington County Fair to perform for a second year in a row. The group of high-flying daredevils will hold shows every day of the fair, with shows throughout the day.

The Aerotek BMX Stunt Team is formed from an elite group of BMX riders who have come together to both promote the sport of BMX riding as well as show the world what life is truly about, riding with friends and channeling energy toward something positive. With

years of BMX performances under their belts, the Aerotek Stunt Team knows how to entertain and keep an audience on the edge of their seats.

Witnessing stunt riding on television is one thing, but to have it up close and personal is an experience that will leave spectators in amazement and wanting more. Watch in awe as riders perform tricks at heights reaching over 25 feet above the ground.

With high-flying, death-defying entertainment, the BMX Stunt Team creates an ener-

getic atmosphere every time they perform. A professional announcer will let you know about the stunts they are performing and will leave you with bellyaches from their non-stop antics.

The shows will last about 30 minutes, with an autograph session following each performance.

In the past, these shows have had huge crowds. It is a great performance to see and appreciate so don’t miss the Aerotek BMX Stunt Show while it is at the Washington County Fair next week.

ENTRY DAY 7–9 a.m.

7–9 a.m.

3–8 p.m.

Llamas Pleasure Horses Draft Horses

JUDGING Equestrian Comples 4 p.m.

Meet and Greet with Pleasure Horses 4:30 p.m.

Breed Demonstration Farm Progress Arena 8 a.m.

Junior Class Goats Noon Junior and Open Class Sheep 4 p.m.

Junior Class Swine Small Animal Barn 9 a.m.

Junior and Open Class Rabbits Ziegler Family Expo Building 9 a.m.

Open Class Foods and Nutrition 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

Booths Noon–7 p.m.

Livestock Educational Exhibits 12:30–7 p.m.

Junior Class Flowers and House Plants, Plant and Soil Sciences 2 p.m.

Model Horse WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 11–11:45 a.m.

Fallen Soldiers/Flag Folding 11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Jessiffany Canine Demonstration 12:45–1:15 p.m.

Stars and Stripes Program 1:15–1:45 p.m.

Recognition of New Service Members 2–2:30 p.m.

History of Flag, Flag Folding 2:30–3:15 p.m.

USO Show 3:15–4 p.m.

Interviews with Veterans 4–5 p.m.

U.S. Army Drill Sergeant Demonstration 5–7 p.m.

4-H Clothing Revue 7:15–8:15 p.m.

River City Irregulars 8:15 p.m.

Flag Retirement Equestrian Complex 7 p.m.

Horse Pull Sponsored by T4 Insurance

Devenport Family Stage Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 3–5 p.m.

Junior Dogs Showmanship 7–8 p.m.

Milwaukee Letter Carriers Band A variety of games will be offered for fairgoers of all ages at the Washington County Fair. photo by Anne Trautner

Do Drop In Music Stage Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing 7–10 p.m.

Our House (Variety)

Why Go By Music Stage Noon–3 p.m.

Back in the Day Dan (50’s-70’s) 6–9 p.m.

Bobby Way & The Fabulous Wayouts (Variety) Entertainment Tent Sponsored by Ott-Schweitzer Dist.

7–10 p.m.

Saving Savannah

9 3/ 8

Wednesday Entertainment All Day Ag Adventureland Sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau All Day Petting Farm (Located by Ag Adventureland) All Day Cassidy’s Critters Multiple Shows Aerotek BMX Stunt Team Five Shows Daily Pleasure Valley Pig and Duck Races Sponsored by First National Bank of Hartford Roaming Pantaloon Productions Sponsored by Rytec 7 p.m.

Horse Pull: West Equestrian Ring Sponsored by T4 Insurance

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Do You See What I See?

Duck races will be held five times a day at the Washington County Fair. Come and go quackers for your favorite racers! photo by Anne Trautner

Thursday, July 26

Sponsored By WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE

HEADLINER- SILVER LINING AMPITHEATER 6:30 p.m.

Tucker Beathard 8 p.m.

SCOTTY McCREERY JUDGING Equestrian Area 9 a.m.

9 a.m.

2-3 p.m.

Farm Progress Arena 8 a.m.

6 p.m.

Small Animal Barn 9 a.m.

There is a lot to look at while at the Washington County Fair, especially inside the Ziegler Family Expo Center. There are hundreds of exhibits created by youth and adults on display including art, rockets, cakes, photos, quilts, woodwork and vegetables, to name just a few.

Amongst the impressive exhibits will be 10 clues as part of a scavenger hunt for any fairgoers being put on by the Washington County 4-H Ambassadors. To participate, stop by the 4-H Youth Development Action and Promotion Center on the west side of the Ziegler Family Expo Center to receive your first clue. When you’ve checked off all 10 clues, you can return for a prize.

Also while at the Action and Promotion Cen-

ter, you can try out a new hands-on activity which changes every two hours. So if you are at the fair all day, come back and see what the new activity is. There is always something happening and 4-H youth members and adult volunteers to talk to.

Come check out what 4-H has to offer and find out about the over 80 projects (areas of interest youth explore in hands-on long term learning experiences) youth can do in 4-H and how to get involved.

If you aren’t able to stop by at the fair, come to the 4-H Open House on Wednesday, August 15, 5-7 p.m. at Washington County Fair Park in the Small Animal Building. It’s an opportunity to try out some hands-on activities, talk to youth members and adult vol-

unteers, and enjoy light refreshments.

The archery range will be open for youth ages 819. We’re also holding a Mini Open House on Monday, August 27, 6-8 p.m. at the United Way Resource Center in Hartford.

Washington County 4H Youth Development is open to all youth from 5K through 13th grade.

4-H is part of the University of Wisconsin-Extension, and 4-H programs are delivered in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture and federal, state and local governments.

For more information on 4-H Youth Development or the Open Houses, go to washington.uwex.edu/4h-youth-development or call the UW-Extension Office at 262-335-4478.

Pleasure Horse Judging - Western Draft Horses in Place Hunter Jumper/Dressage Demo Junior and Open Class Beef Junior Livestock Auction

Junior and Open Class Poultry Eggs, Showmanship, Poultry and Pigeons Ziegler Family Expo Building 1 p.m.

Open Class Plant and Soil Science and Flowers WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (9 a.m.-9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 6–7 p.m.

Archery Demonstration 7–9 p.m.

4-H Theatre Arts Performance FARM PROGRESS ARENA 6 p.m.

Washington County Junior Livestock Auction

DEVENPORT STAGE Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 4–5 p.m.

All The Above Dance Company 5–6 p.m.

Kewaskum Big Band DO DROP IN MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Highfield Drive (Country)`

WHY GO BY MUSIC STAGE 6-10 p.m.

Crank The Radio (Rock/Pop) ENTERTAINMENT TENT Sponsored by Ott-Schweitzer Dist.

9 p.m.- Midnight The Now Band (Pop/Rock)

THURSDAY ENTERTAINMENT All Day Ag Adventureland Sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau All Day Petting Farm (Located by Ag Adventureland) All Day Cassidy’s Critters Multiple Shows Aerotek BMX Stunt Team Five Shows Daily Pleasure Valley Pig and Duck Races Sponsored by First National Bank of Hartford Roaming Pantaloon Productions Sponsored by Rytec Noon-2 p.m.

Special Disabilities Ride Day Sponsored by Rainbow Valley Rides 4:30 p.m.

Washington County Junior Livestock Auction Social 6 p.m.

Washington County Junior Livestock Auction: Farm Progress Arena

Area youth will auction off their livestock at the Washington County Fair on Thursday, July 26. photo by Anne Trautner

Live Entertainment Roams Through Fairgrounds

Each day at the Washington County Fair, live entertainment will be found roaming around the fairgrounds.

Each day crowds will be mesmerized by a different living statue.

Fairgoers will be able to see a steampunk character walking around the grounds on stilts. Steampunk a style of design and fashion that combines historical elements with technological features inspired by science fiction or sci-

ence fantasy.

Pantaloon Productions is providing the unique and intriguing form of entertainment to the fair. Pantaloon Productions is a talent agency located north of Milwaukee that provides some of the best interactive local live entertainment for corporate events, trade shows, festival entertainment, and private parties throughout the world.

The company provides is known world-

wide for its atmosphere performers that walk around providing interactive performances.

Pantaloon Productions is brought to you at the fair this year through the sponsorship of Rytec.

The Pantaloon Productions performers will be at the fair four hours each day, usually from 5 to 9 p.m.

The entertainers attract large crowds. Be sure to stop and check out the intriguing acts.

You will be amazed!

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2018 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR Support 4-H Youth Development

Two of the largest fundraisers for the Washington County 4-H Leaders Association, which supports educational programming for 4-H youth, take place at the Washington County Fair.

By purchasing food at the 4-H food stand or being the highest bidder at the Silent Auction you are supporting programs like the new family orientation series, officer training, communication and arts festival, lock-in, and more. It also supports camp and provides scholarships for many youth and adults to attend state and national programs like Fall Forum (state wide conference), Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama, Youth Conference at UW-Madison, Citizenship Washington Focus in Washington D.C. and more.

The food stand is located at the south end of all the food vendors. It’s not a food truck/tent as it has a permanent location inside the Pavilion.

Customers access it from the outside of the Pavilion in the Northwest corner. Look for the signs and picnic tables.

Some favorite items include grilled cheese/grilled ham and cheese, walking tacos, loaded baked potatoes, chicken salad sandwich, hot dogs, ice cream and more. If you are looking for gluten free options this is the place to go!

While you may be familiar with the 4-H Food Stand menu, you may not know about the behind-the-scenes operations of the stand. It is entirely volunteer run.

By choosing the 4-H food stand to fill your bellies, not only are you financially supporting valuable educational experiences, but providing

Friday, July 27

Sponsored By UPTOWN MOTORS

HEADLINER- SILVER LINING AMPITHEATER 7 p.m.

Soul Asylum 8:15 p.m.

COLLECTIVE SOUL 9:30 p.m.

3 DOORS DOWN JUDGING Equestrian Area 9 a.m.

12:30 p.m.

1 p.m.

4 p.m.

Draft Horse Halter Classes Meet and Greet with Pleasure Horses Costume Contest Draft Horse Cart and Tea Classes

Small Animal Barn 9 a.m.

10 a.m.

12 Noon

Cavy Judging and Rabbit Showmanship Rooster Crowing Contest Fairest of the Hares

Farm Progress Arena 8:30 a.m.

Junior and Open Class Dairy 5:30 p.m.

Amateur Rooster Crowing Contest 6:30 p.m.

Poultry Auction

Ziegler Family Expo Building 11 a.m.

Cats

WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths Junior and Open Class Beef judging will be held in the Farm Progress Arena on Thursday, July 26, at 8 a.m. photo by Anne Trautner

many youth the opportunity to build valuable life skills like customer service and teamwork that will help them in future employment.

If you aren’t looking for food but looking to purchase a unique experience or item, take a stroll through the 4-H Leaders Association Silent Auction. It’s located in an air conditioned room off the main entrance of the Ziegler Family Expo Center.

The items are new every year but typically include a wide range of items including autographed sports memorabilia, passes/tickets to museums, shows, recreation activities, themed baskets, household décor, collectibles, tools and more. You never know what you’ll find!

You can check out

and bid on the items in the Silent Auction anytime when the Ziegler Family Expo Center is open, typically 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Bidding opens at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, July 24, when the fair opens and closes at noon on Sunday, July 29. Winners will be called on Sunday afternoon and items can be picked up that afternoon/evening.

If winners aren’t at or can’t make it back to the fair, items can be picked up the following week at the UW-Extension Office.

If you would like to donate items to the Silent Auction drop them off at the UW-Extension office

by July 20 or in the Ziegler Family Expo Center on Monday, July 23. Thanks for your support!

Junior and Open Class Dairy judging will be held in the Farm Progress Arena on Friday, July 27, at 8:30 a.m. photo by Anne Trautner

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 11 a.m.–Noon Cat Show 3–4 p.m.

Senior Center Choir 6–7 p.m.

Archery Demo 7:30–9 p.m.

4-H Theatre Arts DEVENPORT STAGE Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Cho’s Martial Arts - West Bend 6–7 p.m.

West Bend Dance and Tumbling Troupe 7:30–9:30 p.m.

West Bend Music Academy DO DROP IN MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing 5–8 p.m.

Shut The Front Door (Contemporary Top 40) 10 p.m.–1 a.m.

Totally Neon (80’s) WHY GO BY MUSIC STAGE 4–7 p.m.

Southbound (Southern Rock) 9 p.m.–Midnight Whiskey Throttle (Country Rock) ENTERTAINMENT TENT Sponsored by Ott-Schweitzer Dist.

10 p.m.–1 a.m.

Bella Cain (Country)

FRIDAY ENTERTAINMENT All Day Ag Adventureland Sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau All Day Petting Farm (Located by Ag Adventureland) All Day Cassidy’s Critters Multiple Shows Aerotek BMX Stunt Team Five Shows Daily Pleasure Valley Pig and Duck Races Sponsored by First National Bank of Hartford Roaming Pantaloon Productions Sponsored by Rytec

The Aerotek BMX Stunt Team will perform multiple shows each day at the Washington County Fair. photo by Anne Trautner

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2018 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR Saturday, July 28

6:30–9:30 a.m.

Breakfast At The Fair (American Legion Building) Enter through Gate 8 Prior to 8 a.m.

HEADLINER- SILVER LINING AMPITHEATER 7 p.m.

Ryan Kinder 8:15 p.m.

Carly Pearce 9:30 p.m.

WALKER HAYES JUDGING Equestrian Area 9 a.m.

9 a.m.

4 p.m.

Pleasure Horse Judging - English Draft Horse Junior Showmanship and Decorating Draft Horse Hitch Classes

Small Animal Barn 10 a.m.

Rooster Crowing Contest

Farm Progress Arena 8 a.m.–3 p.m.

Llamas Showmanship, Obstacle and Pack 4:30 p.m.

Llama Costume/Fun Show 7:30 p.m.

Dairy Futurity Show Goat Tent 1 p.m.

Goat Fun Show

WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths

Got Talent? Enter The Washington County Fair Junior Amateur Competition

Got Talent? We want you to showcase it at the Washington County Fair!

The Washington County Fair Junior Amateur Talent Competition will be held on Devenport Stage on Saturday, July 28, from 1 to 5:30 p.m.

Winners at the county level will win a cash prize and will move on to the Wisconsin Sate Fair to perform during the State Fair and compete for a major cash prize!

All contestants will receive one entrance ticket to get them into the Fair on the day of the competition. Contestant tickets are to be picked up at the Washington County Fair Park and Conference Center

Will Call once all contest application materials are turned in.

There are two divisions for the contest.

The Youth Division is for ages 2 to 12 years old and the Teen Division is for teens ages 13 to 18.

The first place winners will receive $100; second place will win $75; and third place finishers will win $50.

Winners at county fair will qualify to compete at the Wisconsin State Fair on Sunday, August 12, for a $4,000 prize.

Contestants can perform dance, vocal, instrumental or variety acts.

Performances must be three minutes or less.

No more than five people are allowed in an

act. Accompanists are not considered part of the act and can be of any age. Drums and amps are discouraged due to the one-minute set-up time. No combos, rock bands or similar musical groups permitted in the Junior Amateur Talent Competition.

To enter the contest and for a complete set of rules, visit the Washington County Fair website at wcfairpark.com/fair.

Applications are due July 20, but the deadline may be extended depending on the number of entrants.

For more information about the talent competition, contact Dakota Steger at dsteger@wcfairpark or 262-6775060, extension 1222.

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 1–2 p.m.

Hartford City Band 2–3 p.m.

Hartford City Jazz Band 3–4 p.m.

HUHS Robotics Team 6–7 p.m.

Archery Demonstration 7:30–9 p.m.

4-H Theatre Arts DEVENPORT STAGE Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. River City Irregulars 1–5:30 p.m.

State Fair Junior Amateur Talent Competition 6–7 p.m.

West Bend Dance & Tumbling Troupe 7:30–8:30 p.m.

Dancers from Schauer Arts Center 8:45–10:45 p.m.

Swing Explosion DO DROP IN MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing Noon–3 p.m.

Maple Road (Blues) 5–8 p.m.

Rockabilly Rebels (Rockabilly) 10 p.m.–1 a.m.

FM Rodeo (Country) WHY GO BY MUSIC STAGE 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Oceans 3 (Variety) 4–7 p.m.

The Verdict (Classic Rock) 9–Midnight Party Anthem (Modern Rock) ENTERTAINMENT TENT Sponsored by Ott-Schweitzer Dist.

10 p.m.–1 a.m.

Cherry Pie (80’s Rock)

Junior Class Swing judging will be held in the Farm Progress Arena on Wednesday, July 25, at 4 p.m. photo by Anne Trautner

SATURDAY ENTERTAINMENT All Day Ag Adventureland Sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau All Day Petting Farm (Located by Ag Adventureland) All Day Cassidy’s Critters Multiple Shows Aerotek BMX Stunt Team Five Shows Daily Pleasure Valley Pig and Duck Races Sponsored by First National Bank of Hartford Roaming Pantaloon Productions Sponsored by Rytec

Llamas will take part in a variety of contests at the fair. They can even be seen wearing costumes in the Farm Progress Arena on Saturday, July 28, at 4:30 p.m. photo by Anne Trautner

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2018 WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIR Sunday, July 29

Sponsored by E.H. WOLF & SONS, INC.

WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE PAVILION 10 a.m.–7 p.m.

Indoor Shopping, Food and Informational Booths

ZIEGLER FAMILY EXPO BUILDING STAGE (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)

Sponsored by Habush, Habush & Rottier and Metalcraft of Mayville 1–2 p.m.

River City Blaskapelle 2:30–4 p.m.

Archery Demonstration

All aboard for lots of fun at the Washington County Fair! Each day is packed with a variety of entertainment for fairgoers all ages. photo by Anne Trautner

Young Masters Of Showmanship

Showing animals takes a lot of practice.

And many begin learning how to show animals at a very young age.

On Sunday, July 29, the youngest participants will take center stage in the Farm Progress Arena as they display their animals as well as their showman-

ship skills. Come support the newest generation of fairgoers as they bring baby animals into the ring to earn ribbons.

The Little Squealers/Little Shepherds Contest will be held in the Farm Progress Arena on Sunday, July 29, at 10:30 a.m.

The Dairy Half Pint Show will be held in the Farm Progress Arena on Sunday, July 29, at 1 p.m.

The children are sure to win your hearts as they show their piglets, lambs and calves.

JUDGING Equestrian Complex 1:30 p.m.

Youth Fun Show

Small Animal Barn 10 a.m.

Noon 12:30 p.m.

5–7 p.m.

Rabbit Hopping Contest Rooster Crowing Contest Poultry Costume Contest Poultry Sale

Farm Progress Arena 8–10 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.

Noon 1 p.m.

6:45 p.m.

Llamas Jackpot Little Squealers/Little Shepherds Contest Sheep Lead Class Livestock Parade of Champions Dairy Half Pint Show Livestock Herdsmanship Awards

DEVENPORT STAGE Sponsored by Design 2 Construct and Healing Elements Day Spa 10 a.m.

Non-Denominational Worship Service Noon Tree of Life Ministries Worship Concert 2 p.m.

Harvest Wind & Sisters in Harmony 4 p.m.

Solid Ground DO DROP IN MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Ultra Tool & Manufacturing 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Chicken Wire Empire (Bluegrass) 4–7 p.m.

Vinyl Road (Rock of Decades) WHY GO BY MUSIC STAGE Sponsored by Homegrown Music Festival 10:30–11:30 p.m.

Frog 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. Derek Sallmann 1–2 p.m.

The Unmoved Movers 2:15–3:15 p.m.

Qubic Metre 3:30–4:30 p.m.

One Lane Bridge 4:45–5:45 p.m.

Mr. Cameron Hodges 6–7 p.m.

The Freques

SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT All Day Ag Adventureland Sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau All Day Petting Farm (Located by Ag Adventureland) All Day Cassidy’s Critters Multiple Shows Aerotek BMX Stunt Team Five Shows Daily Pleasure Valley Pig and Duck Races Sponsored by First National Bank of Hartford Roaming Pantaloon Productions Sponsored by Rytec Noon FARM TRACTOR/TRUCK PULL (local trucks) Pull Track (behind Silver Lining Amphitheater) 3 p.m.

SMOKE & NOISE PULL Pull Track (behind Silver Lining Amphitheater) Sponsored by Northbrook Church, WI Antique Power Reunion, Farmers Implement, Weasler Engineering and WC Farm Bureau EXHIBIT RELEASE INFORMATION 6 p.m.

Draft Horses Released 7 p.m.

Livestock Exhibitors Released 7 p.m.

All Exhibits Released

7 p.m.

Area youth look forward all year to participating in the Washington County Fair. This year’s fair will be held July 24-29. photo by Anne Trautner

Wednesday, August 1

Carcass Show, Kewaskum Frozen Foods

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Thursday – July 26th, 2018 Auction at 6:0 00 p m Buyer Social & Dinner Starts at 4:30 pm p Everyone is invited to join us thiss year for our 49th Ann A ual Sale att the W Wash ashin ngton County Fair Park Thank you to all o off our sponsors in 2017!

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GRAND CHAMPION HOG Purchased by THUNDER P PA ALLET Shown By Lillia Janz RESERVE CHAMPION HOG Purchased bbyy C CH HEESEVILLE DAIRY Shown bbyy: Issaabell JJaanz

GRAND CHAMPION DAIRY STEER Purchased by SCHIACTANO C CA AULKING, IIN NC. Shown By Paul Loosen RESERVE CHAMPION DAIRY STEER Purchassed bbyy MGS MANUFACTURYING GROUP Shown by Ti Tiern ern neyHeermaan

GRAND CHAMPION LAMB Purchased by GEHRING'S M ME EAT M MA ARKET Shown By Jillian Bingen RESERVE CHAMPION LAMB Purchased bbyy A TO Z QUALITY FENCING Shown bbyy: Allison Loosen

GOLDEN GALLON OF MILK: Purchased by QUA AD GR RA APHIICS P E D A L T R A C T OR : P u r c h a s e d b y J C A C R E S Donate d by Equity Coop & B allw eg Im pleme nt COW BENCHES: Sponsored by Schreiber Foods, Made by St. Lawrence Eager Beavers Woodworkers Purchased by GEHRING’S M ME EAT M MA ARKET & A T TO O Z QUALITY FENCING Auctioneers: Ron Bastt, Richard Rathke, Daniel Ritger, Rudy Hershberger, Linda Boehlke, Bob Johnson Clerking & Cashiering: State Bank of Newburg Weigh In Facilities: Kewaskum Frozen Foods Pre-Sale Social: Catering By Bryan, Inc. Sale Posters Printed By: Kruepke Printing Auction Tablecloths: Clothes Clinic Table Décor: Diane Banazak – Diane Kiel Ham for Buyer’s So S cial & Little Squealers Prizes: Trii County Pork Producers Arena Shavings & Livestock Bedding: Thunder Pallet, Schwartz Trucking, Bechtel’s Landscape Supply Trucking: Schwartz Trucking, Wanke Trucking Show Books Printed By: Dupli-Quick Printing Service Livestock Scale Calibration: Badger Scale Sound System: Badger State Auction, Bob Johnson

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