THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2017
GRAND OPENING PARADE: 5:00 p.m.
Kick off for the Official Grand Opening. The Parade begins at the rear of the Fairgrounds. Boy Scout color guard, entertainment and 4-H members will all proceed around Betty Jean Lane for viewing by fairgoers. Music by Cape May County String Band. Parade will end at the main stage.
GRAND OPENING CEREMONIES: Following Opening Parade
Official opening of the festivities takes place at the Main Stage and at the Flagpole on the Fairgrounds. Features flag-raising, special guests, presentations and patriotic music.
LOCKWOOD 4-H YOUTH CENTER HANDS HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES: Noon-9:00 p.m.
“MAKER SPACE” CMC Library’s Learning Center and the Fuzzy Logic 4-H Robotics Club bring awesome technology, robots and hands-on activities for all ages.
“Scales & Tails 4-H Herpetology Exhibit” Cape May County’s reptile and herpetology 4-H club will showcase their herp, reptile, arachnid and amphibian projects. The projects will be on display during all open hours of the fair.
“4-H Teen Leaders Marine-Life Touch Tank” Don’t miss the fascinating display of live marine animals from the Nature Center of Cape May.
“Steven Serwatka’s Wildlife Rescue” Get to know a great cause and a few of the hundreds of unfortunate animals rescued each year by a local wildlife rehabilitator and his volunteers.
“4-H Club Make-N-Take Fun” Members of the Science Rocks, Needle & Thread and Maverick Arts 4-H Clubs will be on hand with fun, educational crafts and activities for the kids!
“4-H Best In Show and Members’ Project Displays” See what our 4-H members have been up to this year with their projects, including all of our Grand Champion winners. Interesting exhibits from photography to vegetables to science and more.
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY AREA: Noon to 8:00 p.m. / Next To Lockwood 4-H Youth Center
Just for our youngest visitors, a unique interactive series of activities. In addition to longtime favorites, apple picking, egg gathering and potato digging, there will be pedal tractor races, a marine-life touch tank, the touch, taste and smell Irma McVey Memorial Herb Garden, and other educational activities geared for young visitors to explore and engage their senses. New this year: baby goats, alpacas and a horse!
SAWDOGS CHAINSAW ARTIST DEMONSTRATION AND AUCTION
New York chainsaw artist Matt Hass is a master of the chainsaw, producing incredibly delicate works of art from wood. Back by popular demand for all three days of the fair, Sawdogs will give four demonstrations daily. The items that he creates will be auctioned off on Saturday afternoon. Demo times announced daily.
FOOD COURT, EXHIBITS & VENDORS: Noon-9:00 p.m.
Be sure to visit our wonderful selection of educational, nonprofit exhibitors and commercial vendors open throughout the fairgrounds. Our food court offers a variety of delicious food items for your enjoyment.
MR. BOUNCE INFLATABLES: Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy the fair’s Mr. Bounce Inflatables featuring a pirate ship, obstacle course, two water slides and a football/basketball throw. Fun for kids and adults alike!
KNOCKER BALLS: Noon to 9:00 p.m.
An exciting challenge for fair visitors. Gather your friends and climb into life size plastic spheres to knock, bang and slam into each other around the Knocker Ball arena. Prepare for fun!
FARM MARKET: 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Locally grown, organic Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables right at our 4-H Fair. Stock up on Jersey Fresh!
RUTGERS MASTER GARDENER MINI TALKS / Irma’s Herb Garden
3:30 p.m. “Meet Charlie the Caterpillar” Learn the life cycle of the butterfly, meet caterpillars up close, make your own caterpillar or plant caterpillar food.
4:30 p.m. “Interactive Garden Tour” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal bath salts.
6:30 p.m. “Butterfly Facts and Fables” Learn to discern butterfly facts from fiction as you take a walk around Irma’s Garden.
7:30 p.m. “Interactive Garden Tour…the Sequel” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal vinegar.
Visit the garden hospitality table to sample herb infused water and delightful lavender cookies. Irma’s Herb Garden is located near the Lockwood 4-H Youth Center.
CHICKEN BBQ: From 5:00 p.m. ‘til it’s gone’
A very popular tradition at the fair! The BBQ is sponsored by the Cape May County Board of Agriculture, and features delicious BBQ chicken, farm fresh vegetables, chips, cranberry sauce, roll and butter, beverage and dessert. Served by volunteers and local dignitaries. Take-out also available. Tickets available on the Fairgrounds from 4:00 p.m. on in the Chicken BBQ Ticket Booth. $12.50 adults; children (12 and under) $7.00.
LIVESTOCK EVENTS:
4-H Goat Showmanship and Judging: 2:00 p.m. / Coover Livestock Pavilion (rear of fairgrounds)
4-H members will show an interesting variety of goat breeds for a score of good, very good or excellent (Danish Scoring System). The 4-Hers are also judged on their showmanship ability.
4-H Livestock Auction: 6:30 p.m. / Livestock Barn
Project market lambs and hogs are sold to the highest bidder. A unique opportunity to fill your freezer with high quality, humanely and locally raised meat – also great to split with a friend or donate to a worthwhile charity! Bidders welcome!
EQUINE EVENTS:
Showmanship & Grooming and Halter Day: 9:00 a.m. on throughout the afternoon/Horse Show Arena (rear of fairgrounds)
Horse shows where 4-H horse club members demonstrate their in-hand showmanship skills and exhibit their horses’ conformation, competing for the best model horses. The day also includes the Versatility Division in the afternoon, testing horse and rider skills in tough English and Western competition to determine the most versatile horse and rider combination.
Evening Equine Events: Following Livestock Auction / Horse Show Arena (rear of fairgrounds)
Moonlight Riders 4-H Drill Team Exhibition:
Cape May County’s 4-H mounted drill team will unveil their exciting new routine of choreographed riding set to music. This will be the team’s 15th year of performances.
Graduating Seniors Exhibition Class:
This equine event honors our graduating high school seniors and youth members in their final year of 4-H.
Fancy & Funny Equine Costume Classes:
Elaborate and hilarious costume displays featuring 4-H horse club members and their project animals.
MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT:
Cape May County String Band: 6:15 p.m.
Strut your stuff or tap your toes to this unique style of music from our favorite local string band.
The Calamity Janes: 7:30 p.m.
A musical trio featuring 100% live music: no processed or pre-recorded music. Songs include the Beatles, Bonnie Raitt, Eric Clapton, John Cougar Mellencamp and many more!
Church Street Band: 8:15 p.m.
Enjoy spiritual rock music by talented up and comers.
FRIDAY, JULY 21, 2017
LOCKWOOD 4-H YOUTH CENTER HANDS HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES: Noon-9:00 p.m.
“MAKER SPACE” CMC Library’s Learning Center and the Fuzzy Logic 4-H Robotics Club bring awesome technology, robots and hands-on activities for all ages.
“Scales & Tails 4-H Herpetology Competition at 1:00 p.m.” Cape May County’s reptile and herpetology 4-H club will showcase their herp, reptile, arachnid and amphibian projects. The projects will be on display during all open hours of the fair.
“4-H Teen Leaders Marine-Life Touch Tank” Don’t miss the fascinating display of live marine animals from the Nature Center of Cape May.
“Steven Serwatka’s Wildlife Rescue” Get to know a great cause and a few of the hundreds of unfortunate animals rescued each year by a local wildlife rehabilitator and his volunteers.
“4-H Club Make-N-Take Fun” Members of the Science Rocks, Needle & Thread and Maverick Arts 4-H Clubs will be on hand with fun, educational crafts and activities for the kids!
“4-H Best In Show and Members’ Project Displays” See what our 4-H members have been up to this year with their projects, including all of our Grand Champion winners. Interesting exhibits from photography to vegetables to science and more.
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY AREA: Noon to 8:00 p.m. / Next To Lockwood 4-H Youth Center
Just for our youngest visitors, a unique interactive series of activities. In addition to longtime favorites, apple picking, egg gathering and potato digging, there will be pedal tractor races, the touch, taste and smell Irma McVey Memorial Herb Garden, and other educational activities geared for young visitors to explore and engage their senses. New this year: baby goats, alpacas and a horse!
SAWDOGS CHAINSAW ARTIST DEMONSTRATION AND AUCTION
New York chainsaw artist Mat Hass is a master of the chainsaw, producing incredibly delicate works of art from wood. Back by popular demand for all three days of the fair, Sawdogs will give four demonstrations daily. The items that he creates will be auctioned off on Saturday afternoon. Demo times announced daily.
FOOD COURT, EXHIBITS & VENDORS: Noon-9:00 p.m.
Be sure to visit our wonderful selection of educational, nonprofit exhibitors and commercial vendors open throughout the fairgrounds. Our food court offers a variety of delicious food items for your enjoyment.
MR. BOUNCE INFLATABLES: Noon-9:00 p.m.
Enjoy the fair’s Mr. Bounce Inflatables featuring a pirate ship, obstacle course, two water slides and a football/basketball throw. Fun for kids and adults alike!
KNOCKER BALLS: Noon-9:00 p.m.
An exciting challenge for fair visitors. Gather your friends and climb into life size plastic spheres to knock, bang and slam into each other around the Knocker Ball arena. Prepare for fun!
FARMING 101 / Rutgers Cooperative Extension Office
These hourly virtual field trips with Ag Agent Jenny Carleo and local farmers are for anyone wishing to learn more about commercially growing the following agriculture Ultra-Niche crops.
1:00 p.m. – Winter Lettuce
2:00 p.m. – Specialty Peppers
3:00 p.m. – Cut Flowers
4:00 p.m. – Strawberries
FARM MARKET: 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Locally grown, organic Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables right at our 4-H Fair. Stock up on Jersey Fresh!
RUTGERS MASTER GARDENER MINI TALKS / Irma’s Herb Garden
3:30 pm “Meet Charlie the Caterpillar” Learn the life cycle of the butterfly, meet caterpillars up close, make your own caterpillar or plant caterpillar food.
4:30 pm “Interactive Garden Tour” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal bath salts.
6:30 pm “Butterfly Facts and Fables” Learn to discern butterfly facts from fiction as you take a walk around Irma’s Garden.
7:30 pm “Interactive Garden Tour…the Sequel” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal vinegar.
Visit the garden hospitality table to sample herb infused water and delightful lavender cookies. Irma’s Herb Garden is located near the Lockwood 4-H Youth Center.
CHICKEN BBQ & FISH FRY: From 5:00 p.m. ‘til it’s gone’
A very popular tradition at the fair! The BBQ is sponsored by the Cape May County Board of Agriculture, and features delicious BBQ chicken OR FRESH FLOUNDER, farm fresh vegetables, chips, cranberry sauce, roll and butter, beverage and dessert. Served by volunteers and local dignitaries. Take-out also available. Tickets available on the fairgrounds from 4:00 p.m. on in the Chicken BBQ Ticket Booth. $12.50 adults; children (12 and under) $7.00.
EQUINE EVENTS
English Day: 9:00 a.m. / Horse Show Arena
English horse show featuring jumping and under saddle classes. Includes a Western Go English division, where 4-H members with stock-type horses try their skills at English events in English tack, and exciting Pairs and Teams classes for groups of two and three riders working in tandem. Includes future 4-Her and leadline participation for young 4-H children.
Evening Equine Events: 7:00 p.m.
NEW! Run for the Roses Hippety Hop Bouncy Horse Race
Don’t miss this hilarious new fun class addition where horse project members compete against one another on rubber bouncy balls!
Parents, Leaders & 4-H Alumni Horse Show Class
A fun class for 4-H moms, dads, leaders and 4-H alumni. Be sure to check out the friendly and entertaining rivalry in the horse show arena.
Ride-a-Buck
Fun class where horse project members strive to be last to have their dollar bill in place riding bareback.
NEW! Knock Down & Out Class
Horse and pony project members compete to see who can make it over the highest jump.
LIVESTOCK EVENTS – Coover Livestock Pavilion
4-H Poultry and Waterfowl Showmanship and Judging: 10:00 a.m. / Livestock Barn
A qualified judge evaluates 4-H project members’ many different breeds of chickens, turkeys and ducks for breed characteristics and condition. Members’ showmanship abilities will also be judged.
Parent/Leader/Alumni Showmanship Fun Classes: 3:00 p.m.
4-H Rabbit & Cavy Showmanship: 6:30 p.m.
Evaluation of 4-H rabbit project members on how well they groom and show their animals.
MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT
Sawdogs Carving Auction: 4:00 p.m.
Compete for your favorite Matt Haas masterpiece!
The Shoresyde Duo: 5:00 p.m.
You name it, they play it! This band plays a wide selection of tunes, from Top 40, Rock, Reggae, R&B, Country, Motown, Dance and Beach tunes! They’ll mix it up and keep the crowd asking for more. Instantly puts you in a good mood!
Dance Dynamics: 6:00 p.m.
Don’t miss this performance by talented local dancers!
John Walter Cape Community Band: 6:45 p.m.
Sit back, relax and let the music take you away! This swinging band made up of Cape May County community members is always a popular feature at the fair!
Dean Dunlevy: 8:00 p.m.
This talented young, local musician, member of the band Drive the Bus, will entertain young and old alike!
SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2017
4-H COLOR FUN RUN: 8:00 a.m. Registration / 8:30 a.m. Start
Prepare to be blasted with color and fun during this 1 mile and 5k fun run around the 4-H fairgrounds. This event is sponsored by the 4-H Program Advisory Council. $10 registration fee. Call (609) 465-5115 ext. 605 to preregister. All ages welcome!
CHILDREN’S PET SHOW – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Registration at 9:00 a.m. / Judging Starts at 10:00 a.m. / LYC Main Stage / Grand Champion wins 1 year’s supply of pet food!
Any type of small animal is eligible – no large animals, please. Participant ribbons and trophies awarded. This favorite 4-H Fair event is sponsored by Smeltzer & Sons. Don’t miss the fun!
LOCKWOOD 4-H YOUTH CENTER HANDS HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES: Noon-9:00 p.m.
“MAKER SPACE” CMC Library’s Learning Center and the Fuzzy Logic 4-H Robotics Club bring awesome technology, robots and hands-on activities for all ages.
“Scales & Tails 4-H Herpetology Exhibit” Cape May County’s reptile and herpetology 4-H club will showcase their herp, reptile, arachnid and amphibian projects. The projects will be on display during all open hours of the fair.
“4-H Teen Leaders Marine-Life Touch Tank” Don’t miss the fascinating display of live marine animals from the Nature Center of Cape May.
NEW! “Steven Serwatka’s Wildlife Rescue” Get to know a great cause and a few of the hundreds of unfortunate animals rescued each year by a local wildlife rehabilitator and his volunteers.
NEW! “4-H Club Make-N-Take Fun” Members of the Science Rocks, Needle & Thread and Maverick Arts 4-H Clubs will be on hand with fun, educational crafts and activities for the kids!
“4-H Best In Show and Members’ Project Displays” See what our 4-H members have been up to this year with their projects, including all of our Grand Champion winners. Interesting exhibits from photography to vegetables to science and more. This includes divisions open to the public.
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY AREA: 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. / Next To Lockwood 4-H Youth Center
Just for our youngest visitors, a unique interactive series of activities. In addition to longtime favorites, apple picking, egg gathering and potato digging, there will be pedal tractor races, the touch, taste and smell Irma McVey Memorial Herb Garden, and other educational activities geared for young visitors to explore and engage their senses. New this year: baby goats, alpacas and a horse!
SAWDOGS CHAINSAW ARTIST DEMONSTRATIONS AND AUCTION
New York chainsaw artist Mat Hass is a master of the chainsaw, producing incredibly delicate works of art from wood. Back by popular demand for all three days of the fair, Sawdogs will give four demonstrations daily. The items that he creates will be auctioned off on Saturday afternoon. Demo times announced daily.
FOOD COURT, EXHIBITS & VENDORS: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Be sure to visit our wonderful selection of educational, nonprofit exhibitors and commercial vendors open throughout the fairgrounds. Our food court offers a variety of delicious food items for your enjoyment.
MR. BOUNCE INFLATABLES: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
Enjoy the fair’s Mr. Bounce Inflatables featuring a pirate ship, obstacle course, two water slides and a football/basketball throw. Fun for kids and adults alike!
KNOCKER BALLS: 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
An exciting challenge for fair visitors. Gather your friends and climb into life size plastic spheres to knock, bang and slam into each other around the Knocker Ball arena. Prepare for fun!
NEW! “TENT TALKS BACKYARD FARMER INFO SERIES” / Irma’s Herb Garden
A brand new series of 30-minute talks & demonstrations by local experts for those interested in trying something new in their backyards!
11:00 a.m. “Medicinal Herbs,” Norma Lindbloom Cruz, Wild Plant and Herb Expert
12:00 p.m. “Beach Plums: The Official Fruit of Cape May County,” Joe Alvarez, CMC Beach Plum Association
1:00 p.m. “Backyard Chicken Husbandry,” Jennifer Sawyer, Rutgers Master Gardener
2:00 p.m. “Three Sisters Native American Gardening,” Nancy Hart, Rutgers Master Gardener
3:00 p.m. “Vermicomposting: Compost with Worms,” Linda Conover, Rutgers Master Gardener
4:00 p.m. “Basic Beekeeping,” Jennifer Sawyer, Jersey Cape Beekeeping Association
AMERICAN FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY: 1:00 p.m. / Main Stage
The 4-H Fair is honored to feature this ceremony in our line-up. Experience American flags retired properly as veterans explain the meaning of the stars and stripes.
JERSEY CAPE CRUISERS ANTIQUE CAR SHOW: 1:00-5:00 p.m. / RCE Parking Lot
Members of the Jersey Cape Cruiser Vintage Car Club will exhibit their incredible antique vehicles in the paved parking lot of Rutgers Cooperative Extension. Members will be on hand to tell you all about their cool rides.
FARM MARKET: 3:00-7:00 p.m.
Locally grown, organic Jersey Fresh fruits and vegetables right at our 4-H Fair. Stock up on Jersey Fresh!
RUTGERS MASTER GARDENER MINI TALKS / Irma’s Herb Garden
3:30 p.m. “Meet Charlie the Caterpillar” Learn the life cycle of the butterfly, meet caterpillars up close, make your own caterpillar or plant caterpillar food.
4:30 p.m. “Interactive Garden Tour” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal bath salts.
6:30 p.m. “Butterfly Facts and Fables” Learn to discern butterfly facts from fiction as you take a walk around Irma’s Garden.
7:30 p.m. “Interactive Garden Tour…the Sequel” Use your senses to explore Irma’s Garden, and make your own herbal vinegar.
Visit the garden hospitality table to sample herb infused water and delightful lavender cookies. Irma’s Herb Garden is located near the Lockwood 4-H Youth Center.
CHICKEN BBQ & FISH FRY: From 5:00 p.m. ‘til it’s gone’
A very popular tradition at the Fair! The BBQ is sponsored by the Cape May County Board of Agriculture, and features delicious BBQ chicken OR FRESH FLOUNDER, farm fresh vegetables, chips, cranberry sauce, roll and butter, beverage and dessert. Served by volunteers and local dignitaries. Take-out also available. Tickets available on the fairgrounds from 4:00 p.m. on in the Chicken BBQ Ticket Booth. $12.50 adults; children (12 and under) $7.00.
4-H HORSE & LIVESTOCK SHOWMANSHIP ROUND ROBIN: 3:00 p.m. / Coover Pavilion
This entertaining event is a skills competition featuring the top 4-H Showmanship Grand Champion in each project animal: horse, hog, goat, sheep, poultry and rabbit. Each competitor must show all six animals according to their species standards.
LIVESTOCK EVENTS / Coover Pavilion
4-H Rabbit & Cavy Breeds Judging: 10:00 a.m.
Evaluation of 4-H project rabbits made by qualified judge for breed characteristics, conformation and condition. Come see the many breeds of beautiful bunnies!
4-H Livestock Costume Contest: Noon
Cutest Barn Animal Contest: Noon-3:00 p.m.
EQUINE EVENTS
Western Day: 10:30 a.m. / Horse Show Arena
Horse show including all western-style events, such as western pleasure, trail and reining classes. Includes future 4-Her and leadline participation for young 4-H children and a unique English Go Western Division where hunter-type horses compete in three western classes under western tack.
Moonlight Riders 4-H Drill Team Exhibition: Following Western Classes / Horse Show Ring
Cape May County’s 4-H mounted drill team will unveil their exciting new routine of choreographed riding set to music. This will be the team’s 15th year of performances.
Games Classes: Following Western Day / Horse Show Arena
Thrilling demo of 4-H members’ skill in western speed events, including barrel racing, pole bending and the flag race.
MAIN STAGE ENTERTAINMENT
Dan Barry: 4:00 p.m.
Singer, songwriter & guitarist. Dan’s own assemblage of his life’s inspirations comes together in a style that melds many genres, including jazz, folk, rock and reggae.
Sawdogs Carving Auction: 5:00 p.m.
Compete for your favorite Matt Haas masterpiece!
Hamer’s School of Karate: 6:15 p.m.
Martial Arts demonstration under the direction of Butch Hamer.
4-H CAVALCADE OF WINNERS: 8:00 p.m. / Main Stage
This is the “grand finale” of 4-H Fair activities! Presentation of awards to youth and adults for outstanding project exhibits and displays, as well as to various show winners.
Entertainment schedule subject to change without notice.
FREE PARKING AT COUNTY CREST HAVEN COMPLEX, GSP EXIT 11 · SHUTTLE BUSES RUN NOON UNTIL CLOSING
LIMITED PREMIUM PARKING AT FAIRGROUNDS WITH $5 DONATION, 355 COURT HOUSE-SOUTH DENNIS RD., CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE
NO PETS ALLOWED WITH EXCEPTION OF SATURDAY CHILDREN’S PET SHOW!
