If you want to enter any of the contests/exhibits listed in the program, please follow these instructions. Instructions for entering the Literary and film competitions are listed on those pages. Exhibitors are asked to cooperate by arranging their entries/exhibits on Thursday, August 14th, from 7:00 - 9:00 PM or Friday, August 15th, from 9 AM to 2:30 PM. No entry/exhibit will be received after 2:30 PM Friday, at which time the Halls will be closed to the public for judging. All exhibits must remain in place until 3:30 PM Saturday, August 16th.

A person shall not offer for exhibit any item not produced and/or prepared by him/herself, or any item previously entered in the Hardwick Community Fair. (Exception: livestock classes.) An exhibitor shall make only one entry in a given class. (Exception: livestock classes.)

New classes may be listed and judged at the discretion of the committee chairperson, provided there are three or more entries. Youth exhibits are for boys and girls fourteen years of age and under as of January 1, 2008, unless otherwise stated. Undesirable quality exhibits and those not properly entered will not be accepted. The committee, judges, and fair management reserve the right to reject any and/or all exhibits they determine to be undesirable. Placing is awarded on basis of quality of exhibit, and the decision of the judge(s) is final.

Final prize money will be allocated to exhibitors based upon money available and total number of points earned. Any interpretation of these rules rests with the officers of the Hardwick Fair Association. Unless otherwise stated, all prizes will be: 1st-3 PTS., 2nd-2 PTS., and 3rd-1PT.

ALL FRUITS, VEGETABLES, CUT FLOWERS, EGGS, BAKED GOODS AND HAY WILL BE AUCTIONED AT THE END OF THE FAIR on Saturday, August 16th. Proceeds from the auction will be used to defray the expenses of the Fair. All Fair exhibitors should read the rules as given in the premium list and follow the premium list exactly.

Concessions must be approved in advance by the Executive Committee and must contribute 20% of their income to the Fair. For information, call (413) 477-6449 or write to P.O. Box 1, Hardwick, MA 01037.

LIVESTOCK EXHIBITOR STANDARDS: It is recognized that in classes of livestock, exhibitors have standards of dress that have been accepted by the industry. Examples are white shirts, white or tan slacks, skirts, or dresses. NO shorts or bathing attire will be allowed. A solid, durable shoe must be worn at all times. No sandals, clogs, sneakers or bare feet will be allowed.