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Table of Contents Schedule of Events................................................................................... 6-13 Live Entertainment in the Purple Ribbon Plaza............................................ 14 Grand Stand Line-Up & Entertainment....................................................... 15 2019 Fair Square Entertainment............................................................ 16-17 Mower County Dairy Princesses and Milkmaids........................................... 18 Animal Events Schedule.............................................................................. 20 Favorite Fair Foods...................................................................................... 21 What is Your Favorite Part of the Mower County Free Fair?.................... 22-23 4-H Fun.................................................................................................. 24-25 Sunday Worship Service.............................................................................. 26 Senior Citizen Day information.................................................................... 28 2019 Farm Family of the Year..................................................................... 27 Smart Ways to Keep Kids Safe in Crowded Areas......................................... 29 Local County Fairs and State Fair Dates, Grandstand Line-Up & Map... 30-31 Kids Coloring and Puzzle Page..................................................................... 32 Mower County Fairgrounds Map.................................................................. 33 The Basics of Raising Pigs........................................................................... 34 Schedule of events is current as of July 11, 2019 and subject to change.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

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Meet Terry Schmidt - The Piano Man When did you begin playing the piano?

I was around 10 or 11 years old. I was taking piano lessons from a Mrs. Mathison for 5 years, near Brownsdale. I then switched to lessons from Mrs. Jan Muzik for 2 years in Austin. Our mother and my older brother Ron played piano which really inspired me to enjoy it and learn it too. In my 20’s while living in Burnsville I studied Music Theory and Jazz Alto Saxophone at The MacPhail Center for the Arts in Mpls.

What satisfaction/rewards do you receive from playing in front of people who enjoy what you do?

It’s always satisfying to play a wide variety of songs that appeal to fans of all ages. You can get folks ranging from 25 to 75 years old sitting in the same crowd singing along with a John Lennon song, followed by a Roger Miller or Hank Williams Sr. song. I often perform at local private parties where I set up a 2nd or even 3rd microphone and encourage people to get up on stage and sing with me for added fun! I can be reached at 612-810-7157 for event & party hiring.

How long have you been in front of an audience?

For 37 years. I started a band called Cresent in Bloomington back in 1982, and have played with different groups ever since. I started my solo Piano/ Vocals show around 2008.

Please take some time to enjoy one of my solo shows at the Fair Square stage this year on Tuesday 8/6 from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. and also on Friday 8/9 from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M., or at other shows in the future around the area. ~ Terry

EXPERIENCE THE RAD ZOO! Come and experience Minnesota’s premier reptile destination. Newly opened in Oct. 2009 we are already one of the worlds largest reptile displays, and an opportunity for a fun family adventure. Marvel at the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world including snakes, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, toads, frogs, and salamanders. Our zoo is home to over 150 kinds of animals from all over the world exhibited in naturalistic recreations of their native environments. Gaze upon “Big Al” the monster 12 foot-long alligator and “Bella” the 14 foot-long python. Catch our daily “Everglades Encounter” show focusing on the animals of the Florida swamp, followed by an opportunity to pet an alligator or a snake. We also have a birthday pavilion and party options available for guests wanting a unique birthday experience. Many of our guests will have an opportunity to feed salad to our tortoises or watch many of our other animals feed. Finish your visit with a stop in our gift shop offering a variety of animal related toys, books, and other gifts.

Call us at 507-455-1465 Visit us at 3297 County Road 45 N, Owatonna (We are located on the East frontage road of I-35 directly across from the 3 upside down jets at the Owatonna Airport) To set up educational programs, birthdays party programs, animal care seminars, or other events, e-mail us at programs@theradzoo.com For general questions about our zoo or if you have specific questions about reptiles or amphibians you can e-mail us at questions@theradzoo.com

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2019 Mower County

Dairy Princesses and Milkmaids Maddie Smith of Adams and Jenna Bentzin of Rose Creek were crowned the 2019 Mower County Dairy Princesses at the 66th Annual Dairy Princess Banquet on April 27th at Lansing Corners Supper Club near Austin.

Smith is the daughter of Melissa and Ryan Smith. She was sponsored by Foremost Farms and Four Way Farms.

Bentzin is the daughter of Cheri and Ed Smith. She

Left: Princess Jenna Bentzin, Mil kmaid Amy Smith, and Princess Maddie Smith. Not Pict ured: Lauren Irvin

was sponsored by Foremost Farms.

Smith and Bentzin were presented with Austin Chamber bucks by Darrell Ingvalson representing the Austin Chamber of Commerce.

Princess Jenna Bentzin

Two girls were named 2019 Mower County Milkmaids.

They are: Amy Smith, daughter of Andy and Angie Smith

of Adams; Lauren Irvin, daughter of Jason and Karen Irvin of Rose Creek.

Gene Anderson presented to Peter and Kathy Green of Austin for their many years of working in the malt stand at the Mower County Fair. Gene also presented the Golden Butter Knife Award to Lansing Corners of Lansing for the use of real dairy products.

Princess Maddie Smith

Congradulations!

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2019 Animal Events Schedule (by location) CRANE PAVILION

TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 2:00 p.m.

Livestock Hall of Fame Reception and Induction 5:00 p.m.

4-H Lamb Lead 6:00 p.m.

4-H Sheep Show 6:00 p.m.

Midwest Steer and Heifer Show WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 9:00 a.m.

4-H Dairy Show 12:30 p.m.

4-H Dairy Goat Show 2:00 p.m. 4-H Cow-Calf followed by Cloverbuds and the 4-H Beef Show 4:00 p.m.

4-H Meat Goat Show THURSDAY, AUGUST 8 8:30 a.m.

All Swine Show, Barrows, Gilts, and Showmanship 4:00 p.m.

FFA Beef Show 5:30 p.m.

Open Class Beef Show 6:00 p.m.

FFA & Open class sheep FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 9:00 a.m.

Open Class Dairy & FFA Dairy Show 3:00 p.m.

FFA Swine Show; 4-H Lama Show 5:00 p.m.

Midwest Market Hog Show SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 9:00 a.m.

4-H Ribbon Auction 4:00 p.m.

Open Meat Goat show SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 9:00 a.m.

4-H Dog Agility Class followed by Dog Obedience and Showmanship

Showing your pet/animal at the fair can be a fun and rewarding experience! There are just a few things you want to think about prior to showing to make the experience enjoyable.

In general, you will be judged on a combination of your pet’s/ animal’s overall appearance, its housing, the quality of care you provide, and your knowledge of the animal. Check with local organization for the scoring rubric.

Preparing for the show depends on the pet/animal you have, but here are a few tips: 1. Get a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection is required for all companion animals.

2. Check for external and internal parasites. Animals can’t be shown if they have any parasite present 3. Learn more about your pet/ animal: Where is it from originally? What does it eat naturally?

What is the best way to care for it?

4. Prepare your presentation start on this a few weeks before the fair – Take necessary pictures 5. Have your parents or friends

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RABBIT & POULTRY BARNS TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 8:30 a.m.

4-H Rabbit Show WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 9:00 a.m.

4-H Poultry 11:00–3:00 p.m. 4-H Rabbit Skillathon 1:00 p.m.

Open Poultry THURSDAY, AUGUST 8 8:00 a.m.

Open Class Rabbit Show

HORSE ARENA

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 9:00 a.m.

4-H Horse Show TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 4:00 p.m.

4-H Horse fun show WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7 8:00 a.m.

Light Horse Show THURSDAY, AUGUST 8 1:00 p.m.

4-H Horse fun show SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 9:00 a.m.

Mule & Donkey 6:00 p.m.

Draft Horse Hitch SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 10:00 a.m. Draft HorseHalter and Cart

ask you questions about your pet/ animal to prepare for answering the judge’s questions 6. Handle your pet/animal at least 2-3 times per week 7. Clean your pet’s/animal’s enclosure regularly, but make sure to tidy it up before you attend the show 8. Trim toenails or wings if needed As part of the show, you may need to give a short presentation about your pet. Here are some ideas about what to include: 1. Your name and age 2. Pet’s/animal’s name, species, age, and coloring 3. Where does your pet/animal come from? What are some characteristics of its natural environment?

4. Discuss your pet’s/animal’s overall appearance and health 5. How you care for your pet/ animal 6. How often and how you clean its enclosure

7. What health treatments your pet/animal receives 8. What and how much your pet/ animal eats 9. How often you groom it 10. How did you prepare for show 11. Something special about your pet/animal You may also be also judged on the appearance of your pet’s/animal’s enclosure and your own personal appearance. Make sure you are neat and tidy!

What to bring to the show: 1. Your pet/animal 2. Travel cage or its normal enclosure. If you need to bring a travel cage, bring along some pictures of its normal habitat to share with the judge.

3. Food and water to show judge how you care for pet/animal 4. Toys or other enrichment 5. Piece of carpet or towel to set on the show table 6. Make sure your pet/animal is comfortable and bring anything that might help keep it’s stress down

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Favorite Fair Foods State and county fair season has arrived, and that means there will be rides and games galore. While many people are drawn to fairs by the entertainment, just as many are willing to stand in line for the unique and tasty foods that seem to embody fair and carnival fun.

If it can be served on a stick or deep fried, chances are you can find it at a fair.

Everything from chocolate-dipped bacon to deep-fried butter may turn up on fair stand menus. The following are some of the more coveted foods revelers can expect to find at their local fairs and carnivals. · Funnel cake: Funnel cake and it’s close cousin, zeppole, have long been fair favorites. Topped with powdered sugar, funnel cakes can be pulled apart and shared with others. · Corn dogs: Corn dogs are essentially hot dogs on a stick that have been covered in cornmeal and fried. Like funnel cakes, corn dogs have become so synonymous with fairs and carnivals that few people have ever enjoyed them anywhere outside of their local fairgrounds. · French fries: French fries are a favorite at fairs, and carnival-goers can choose from savory shoestrings to hearty steak-cut potato chunks.

· Cotton candy: What fair would be complete without a cotton candy vendor? Cotton candy is made by heating up granulated sugar until it is liquified enough to be blown into thin threads. Those threads are collected and wound into a sweet treat that is loved by kids and adults alike. · Pie: Fair-goers are likely to happen upon a pie-eating contest or pie-tasting tent. Many prefer to indulge in a piece of pie while at the fair, preferring such treats to sweeter, heavier desserts. · Corn on the cob: Corn on the cob is proof that carnivals and fairs provide some healthy fare for customers in addition to the many decadent treats on display. Corn on the cob is most popular in corn-producing areas and can be the ideal complement to burgers and other fair foods. · Anything on a stick: Each year fair vendors experiment with culinary oddities that can be served on a stick. One day it may be skewered pork chops and the next a sleeve of cookies. Those who want the full fair experience should consider trying something served on a stick.

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What is Your Favorite Part of Jason Baskin

Austin City Councilman, Ward 2 My favorite part of the fair is taking my 2 little girls. I love creating new memories for them that mirror things I loved from my own childhood in Austin!

Amanda Schramm

Cheese Curds!

Lindsey Haney

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Insurance Agent, Heartman Insurance Being around the community of people and supporting the local businesses involved. The fair is a great way to get out and be a part of the city

My favorite part of the fair is the animals and projects the 4H kids show at the fair.

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Going on the zipper with my daughter and seeing all of the farm animals

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Bingo and the creative arts building. It’s always great seeing the amazing talent in and around Austin.

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I love walking through the art exhibits, and of course the food!

Most times my husband is on his 2nd corn dog before I can decide what I want! So many options!

Andrei Green All of the fun games, and the mini donuts!

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My favorite part of the fair is playing bingo while eating all of great food!

I also love seeing members of the community coming together and having fun!

Watkins Cheese Curds!

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Funeral Director, Clasen Jordan Mortuary Pigging out on all the great food!

Games, rides & monster trucks!

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My favorite part of the fair is playing bingo!! Also, seeing all the family fun activities the fair offers.

Getting together with the grandkids and taking them on the rides

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Favorite thing that the fair has is Bingo and the food!

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Designer/Marketing Consultant, Huffman Flooring My favorite part about the Mower County Fair is the FOOD! We love trying food from many different vendors. Also taking our kids to see all the animals. Their faces just light up to see all the different animals up close.

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Youth Showcase a Year of 4-H Learning at Mower County Fair

AUSTIN – August 6-11, more than 450 youth from Mower County will showcase the learning and achievements they have accomplished in 4-H over the past year at the Mower County Fair.

Minnesota county fairs are not just fun annual events for 4-H members. Every summer, tens of thousands of 4-H youth participate in county fairs to showcase the knowledge and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church skills they’ve gained throughout the year, and to continue their learning experiences.

Saturday, August 3: Horse Show, begins at 9 am, Outdoor arena, Fairgrounds 4-H youth spend months working on projects designed to equip them with essential life skills such as problem FAIR SCHEDULE: solving, decision making, project management, communications and public speaking. 4-H’ers then Monday, August 5 share their accomplishNoon – 7 pm - Entry & Judging of Exhibits, 4-H Hall ments and educate the 3 – 8 pm - Livestock Interviews, Crane Pavilion public about their subject Tuesday, August 6 at their local county fair.

8:30 am – 4-H Rabbit Show, Rabbit Building They also lead visitors on 12 pm - 4-H Exhibits Hall Open, 4-H Building tours of the 4-H buildings 4 pm – 4-H Horse Fun Show and barns, and conduct 5 pm – 4-H Lamb Lead, Crane Pavilion, North workshops and handsArena on demonstrations for 6 pm - 4-H Sheep Show, Crane Pavilion, North Arena the public. 4-H’ers who Wednesday, August 7 demonstrate the highest 9 am – 4-H Dairy Show, Crane Pavilion, North Arena achievements are then 9 am – 4-H Poultry Show, Poultry Barn selected to participate in 11 am – 3 pm – 4-H Rabbit Skillathon, Rabbit Building 4-H competitions at the 12:30 pm – 4-H Dairy Goat Show, Crane Pavilion Minnesota State Fair!

2 pm – 4-H Cow-Calf Judging followed by Beef Show, County fairs not only make Crane Pavilion, North Arena great memories, they help 4-H youth grow into successful 4 pm – 4-H Meat Goat Show, Crane Pavilion adults.

Thursday, August 8 “One of 4-H’s priorities is to provide learning and leader8:30 am – 4-H Swine Show ship experiences that guide youth in building relationships, 1- 3 pm – 4-H Horse Fun Show developing communication techniques, and strengthening 2 pm – 4-H Demonstrations, 4-H stage organizational skills,” said Dorothy M. Freeman, Extension Friday, August 9 Center for Youth Development Associate Dean and State 9 am – BBQ Chicken Contest, outside front of 4-H Build4-H Director. “Through these experiences, youth find the ing leaders within themselves and are able 10 am – 4-H Cat & Pet Show, 4-H to make a positive impact in their club, Garden home, school or community.”

12 pm – Performing Arts, Which 4-H Events will be Godfather’s Stage happening each day of the fair?

2 pm – 4-H Fashion Review, Pre-Fair Activities: Godfather’s Stage 3 pm – 4-H Lama Show, Crane Tuesday, July 23: Food Review Judging, Pavilion begins at 5:30 pm, 4-H Building Saturday, August 10 Tuesday, July 30: Clothing & Fashion 8 am – 4-H Auction Buyers Review Judging, begins at 5 pm, Breakfast, 4-H Hall

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Saturday, August 10 (con’t) 9 am – 4-H Ribbon Auction, Crane Pavilion 1 pm – State Fair General Project meeting, 4-H Garden 4 pm – State Fair Livestock meeting, Crane Pavilion 6 pm – 4-H Supreme Champion Showmanship Contest, Crane Pavilion 7:30 - 11 pm - 4-H Dance, Crane Pavilion Sunday, August 11 9 am – 4-H Dog Agility Class followed by Dog Obedience and Showmanship Show Crane Pavilion, North Arena 1:30 pm – 4-H Round up @ the 4-H Building 4:00 pm – 4-H Livestock Exhibits Released 6:00 pm – 4-H Building Exhibits Released 7:00 pm – 4-H Building Will Close A Look at the Numbers How many projects were exhibited at the 2018 Mower County fair?

901- Livestock Exhibits 903 - Non-Livestock Exhibits 1804 - Total Projects What were the top 5 most popular 4-H projects at last year’s Mower county fair?

Rabbit - 215 entries Photography – 158 entries Crafts & Fine Arts – 142 entries Swine – 136 entries Sheep – 126 entries

Other Ways to Support 4-H at the 2019 Mower County Fair: Enjoy a meal or treat at the Mower County 4-H Food Stand & Dairy Bar. The famous specialty burgers and shakes are back at the 2019 Mower County 4-H Food Stand & Dairy Bar! The public, along with 4-H members, alumni and their families are invited to stop by the food stand and dairy bar to enjoy a meal or treat.

The delicious foods are prepared and served by 4-H members and volunteers. This stand generates funds to help grow and support 4-H programming throughout the year.

The food stand will serve grilled items including burgers, chicken sandwich, chicken strips, bottled pop/water/ tea and other items. The dairy bar will serve malts, shakes, sundaes and pie! Some of the top favorites on this year’s menu include: “The 4-H” Burger – come and try one to see what’s on it!

NEW: Roast Beef Sundae Peanut Butter Burger

“Sow Cow” Sandwich Bacon Cheese Burger The food stand is open daily Tuesday – Saturday from 11 am – 8 pm. The dairy bar is open daily Tuesday – Saturday from 11 am – 10 pm. Both stands will be open from 11 am – 5 pm on Sunday.

Join us for the Annual Mower County 4-H Ribbon Auction The Mower County 4-H Ribbon Auction is held annually on the Saturday (Aug. 11) of the Mower County Fair starting at 9 am in the Crane Pavilion at the Mower County Fairgrounds. Any businesses or individuals throughout the county are invited to come and support the 4-H program at the auction.

At the ribbon auction the buyer bids on the ribbon placing of the animal only; purchasing the animal itself is not an option. A set premium is given to each 4-H’er with the remaining amount of each bid going to support the Mower County 4-H program. These funds go back to support every aspect of the 4-H program including camps, leadership, volunteer and project trainings as well as many other 4-H programs.

If you have not been involved with the ribbon auction in the past and would like more information, please call the Mower County Extension Office 507-437-9552.

THANK YOU AND SEE YOU THERE! This experience for the youth would not be possible without the contributions from numerous volunteers and support from so many. Thank you to the fair board, parents, volunteers, leaders, and supporters for making the county fair a big success! Your support and encouragement is what makes 4-H such a positive experience for the youth.

We hope to see you at a 4-H event at the 2019 Mower County Fair!

To learn more about 4-H in Mower County, contact 4-H Program Coordinator April VonRuden, at 507-437-9552 and visit the website, www.4-H.umn.edu.

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2019 Mower County Farm Family of the Year Richard and Rosalie Carroll Dick grew up on a dairy farm just north of London in Mower County. Rosalie grew up on a dairy farm in Tillamook, Oregon. Dick attended St. Olaf College and completed ROTC training, he then enrolled in navigator school in the Air Force. It was there he met Rosalie, an Oregon State University graduate and high school teacher.

Once Dick finished his service in the Air Force the Carrolls purchased a farm in Austin Township where they grew corn, soybeans, hay and oats. They also ran a farrow-to-finish hog operation and had beef cattle.

The family now runs about 800 acres with 30 head of beef cows. There are a few hogs and sheep on the farm, mostly for various shows. Honeybees are a recent addition to the farm. Dick has a passion for draft horses, taking his to local events. He also uses the horses to plant and harvest crops. Dick has been an advocate for learning and trying farming practices of the Year thatFarm were notFamily only profitable, but sustainable.

Dick and Rosalie have been married 52 years and

have four adopted children—two are from Korea.

The Carrolls have seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren.

Dick has turned over running the farm to the Carroll’s son, John, who is transitioning the farm to organic. The Carroll’s grandson, Noah, will graduate from the University of Minnesota next year and plans to return to the farm becoming the fifth generation of the family to farm.

Dick and Rosalie are active in St. Olaf Lutheran Church. They’ve also been involved in FFA and 4-H. Dick was a long-time member of the St. Mark’s Nursing Home Board. Upon retiring from teaching Rosalie volunteers at Mayo Health Systems Hospital in Austin and works as a substitute teacher in the Austin School District.

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Thursday, August 8 is Senior Citizens Day at the Mower County Fair!

There are many fun and enjoyable attractions for Seniors at the fair. Come early and enjoy the day. The Hormel Institute is providing free golf cart shuttle service from the parking areas to the Midway for all fair goers.

The FFA Children’s Farm Yard opens at 10 a.m. with all the animals provided by the FFA members.

The Creative Arts Building and Horticulture Building also open at 10 a.m. with many interesting entries submitted for judging. At noon all other Buildings and Exhibits will be open.

Be sure to stop by the Mower County Senior Center Cooling Station and enjoy a cool drink of water and a place to visit with friends and neighbors while you give your feet a rest. They are located next door to the St. Olaf Dining Room right across from the Crane Pavilion.

Don’t miss the free entertainment at Fair Square. While you are in the area you will have many opportunities to enjoy all the great fair food – mini donuts, cheese curds, ice cream treats, corn dogs, gyros, pulled pork, pizza, funnel cakes and so much more.

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Smart Ways to Keep Kids Safe in Crowded Areas Amusement parks, beaches, tourist attractions, concerts, and local fairs attract families each year.

Such outings can be exciting and enjoyable excursions, but panic sets in immediately when parents lose track of their children. It takes mere seconds for curious children to wander off, and as the minutes tick by and kids don’t return, parents may be overcome with anxiety.

Many parents have lost track of their children in crowded public places.

Having a plan in place can save families anxiety when traveling through crowded locations. · Take an up-to-date photo. Snap a digital head-to-toe picture the day of the trip. This can make it easier for authorities to identify lost children. In a stressful situation, parents may forget what their children were wearing when they went missing. A photo taken the day of the event can help authorities. · Dress children in bright colors. Dressing children in very bright colors makes them more visible in a crowd. Lime green, yellow and red clothing can help make children more noticeable. · Write down parental contact information. Some parents tuck a piece of paper with their cell phone numbers in their child’s pocket, while others write the number directly on a kid’s arm with a marker or pen. Some parents even apply temporary tattoos indicating their home and/or mobile numbers. Such efforts make it easy for authorities or other adults to contact parents if a child needs assistance.

ed. This may include children going up to an authority figure for help or another mother with children.

Families also can choose a meetup location, such as a highly visible spot in a theme park (think roller coaster or Ferris wheel) or at the front gate. Upon arriving at your destination, go over the plan so it is fresh in everyone’s mind. · Identify people children can look to for help.

Kids who were taught “stranger danger” may hesitate to go up to other people and ask for help.

Parents can identify lifeguards or workers who can assist them should kids become separated from their parents. · Assign an adult to each child. It’s easy for one parent to think the other parent is watching. In a family of four, Mom might be watching Joseph while Dad is watching Caitlin. A clear plan means parents can focus their attention accordingly to keep kids safe. · Use a child safety harness. Safety harnesses can calm the nerves of parents worried about wandering toddlers. This device tethers a child to his or her parent or guardian, preventing kids from wandering off.

Parents never expect to lose their children, but losing kids in crowded public places is possible. Being prepared and acting calmly can help parents quickly find their lost children.

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Olmsted County Fair (Rochester) July 22-28 Freeborn County Fair (Albert Lea) July 30- August 4 Mower County Fair (Austin) August 6-11 Goodhue County Fair (Zumbrota) August 6-10

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August 22 thru September 2, 2019 (Labor Day)

GRANDSTAND STAGE LINEUP

THURSDAY, AUG. 22, 2019 · 7:00 PM HOOTIE & THE BLOWFISH: Group Therapy Tour with special guest Barenaked Ladies FRIDAY, AUG. 23, 2019 · 7:30 PM WHY DON’T WE SATURDAY, AUG. 24, 2019 · 7:30 PM DIERKS BENTLEY SUNDAY, AUG. 25, 2019 · 7:00 PM TRACE ADKINS & CLINT BLACK with special guest Terri Clark MONDAY, AUG. 26, 2019 · 7:00 PM TOMMY JAMES AND THE SHONDELLS Happy Together Tour 2019 TUESDAY, AUG. 27, 2019 · 7:30 PM “WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC Strings Attached Tour WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28, 2019 · 7:30 PM DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES: with special guest G. Love & Special Sauce THURSDAY, AUG. 29, 2019 · 7:30 PM LOGIC FRIDAY, AUG. 30, 2019 · 7:30 PM LIONEL RICHIE SATURDAY, AUG. 31, 2019 · 6:30 PM The Current’s Music On-A-Stick featuring BRANDI CLARK with special guests Mavis Staples and Savannah Conley SUNDAY, SEPT. 1, 2019 · 7:30 PM Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest Finals MONDAY, SEPT. 2, 2019 · 6:30 PM ZZ TOP - 50th Anniversary Tour with special guest Cheap Trick

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Kid’s Word Search & Coloring Page

Summer Fun Word Search AMUSEMENT ARCADE AUCTION BALLOONS BAND BARBECUE BAZAAR BOARDWALK CARNIVAL CIRCUS CORNDOG COTTON CANDY FAIR FERRIS FESTIVAL FIREWORKS GAMES GO-CART MARINA

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The Basics of Raising Pigs Many people subscribe to the notion that “everything is better with bacon.” Imagine being able to control the quality and flavor of pork products, and knowing just what went into producing delicious bacon?

In an era of growing uncertainty about commercially produced food, many agriculturally inclined people are raising livestock right on their properties, and small-scale pig farms can be a successful venture.

Despite pigs’ reputation as dirty animals, the animal resource PetHelpful indicates they are actually one of the cleanest farm animals. Pigs tend to wallow in mud only if they do not have proper shade and a clean, steady water supply to regulate their body temperature.

Furthermore, giving pigs plenty of space to roam will enable them to keep dry, clean and cool.

Pens should be large enough so pigs can sleep and eat on one end and use the other end for soiling. Pigs also are intelligent animals that will adapt to routine.

This means it may be easier to care for pigs than some other farm animals.

Even though pigs can grow to be quite large, they do not need to live on an expansive farm. Many pigs can live quite well on an acre if their pen and foraging areas are rotated periodically. Data from the past 50 years shows that today’s pig farms use less land and other resources to produce one pound of pork, according to the National Pork Board. Therefore, raising pigs can be a sustainable undertaking.

According to Mother Earth News, when selecting pig breeds for a pig farm startup, these are popular as lean-meat producers and shouldn’t be hard to find: Yorkshire, Duroc-Jersey, Berkshire, Hampshire, Poland-China, Chester White and Tamworth. Choose sows (females) or barrows (castrated males) for the best-tasting meat. Also, keep in mind that pigs are social animals, and even though the average family will do just fine with one pig’s worth of meat, pigs do better if raised in pairs or more.

Pigs need a varied diet to thrive. Diets should include grain, milk, fruits, vegetables, and greens from pasture. Experts suggest novices ask a veterinarian or another pig farmer about feeding. A family garden or bartering with other families nearby for food materials can keep feeding costs minimal.

Many pigs can be butchered by the age of six or seven months. After pigs reach that age, they begin to grow quite large and become a much larger investment of time and money.

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Tip for Successful Recycling

• NO LIDS! NO LIDS! NO LIDS! Lids are NOT recyclable. Always remove the lids on plastic containers, including caps, pump-sprayers, etc.

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Three free bins are available for pick up to help you sort your recyclables by Paper, Cans & Glass, and Plastic.

Free curbside collection is available for residents of Austin, Mapleview, Brownsdale, Grand Meadow, Adams, LeRoy and Taopi.

Be sure to get a pickup schedule for your area when you get your bins. An Acceptable Materials List is included.

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