Our Fair. Our County Our Friends. Thanks and Appreciation

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1 Our County Our Friends Our Fair 2015 FAIR SEASON IS HERE!!! The Putnam County Fair is excited to celebrate our 160th Anniversary! There is so much to see and do that you de nitely don t want to miss the 2015 event! A Big Top, Bubbles, & Bears Oh My! The Cincinnati Circus is coming to town stilt walkers, re-eating, aerial acrobats, trapeze acts!! Professor Phineus Bubblemaker with his bizarre bubbles, marvelous medicine show, and a fantastic ea circus!! Bear Mountain Wildlife Show is upbeat and educational sure to grab your attention! Primetime boxing matches, a monkey strolling the grounds, and the best view yet take a helicopter ride over the fairgrounds! Back by popular demand the bumper to bumper Tug-a-Truck competition! Concluding the grandstand entertainment are the smashin, crashin demolition derbies!! HONORING OUR HERITAGE We continually honor our Senior Citizens and Veterans on opening day. Be sure to scroll the fair book for photos from the past! Trot on over to the Grandstand for two nights of harness racing - a fan favorite and long-time tradition of the Putnam County Fair. PROMOTING OUR COMMUNITY Country Star Playoffs are back to showcase homegrown talent on Friday night! Saturday night offers an award-winning, high- energy show from local band Nashville Crush! SHOWCASING OUR YOUTH The Junior Fair projects are bigger and better than ever. Animals, Arts, and Agriculture oh my!! Don t miss the Marching Band and Dance Spectaculars showcasing all Putnam County youth performers. Join us at Our Fair in Our County with Our Friends. June Come see us! For the Directors and Staff Putnam County Agricultural Society Thanks and Appreciation All Your old FAvorites & exciting new entertainment The Putnam County Fair June 22-27! The Board of Directors of the Putnam County Agricultural Society acknowledges the many contributions to the 2015 Fair. Thank you to the various retailers, merchants, businesses, corporations and individuals who provide vital support through equipment, sponsorships and/or advertisements. We urge you to support them in return. The cooperation and commitment of the County Commissioners and all State and Local Of cials including police, re and emergency responders is most appreciated. We are also very grateful for the hard work and dedication of the County Garage, 4-H Extension Service, Junior Fairboard, 4-H and FFA advisors and the countless, sel ess volunteers. The 160th Putnam County Fair renews a tradition of service and spirit of giving to honor our heritage, showcase our youth and promote our community. Enjoy the fair... Our Fair! Come Visit PUTNAM COUNTY HOMECARE & HOSPICE and PUTNAM COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING FREE Blood Pressure Checks For Senior Citizen s Day Monday, June 22nd 10am-2:30pm (Entertainment Tent) OF PUTNAM COUNTY Member Agency FREE Cookies & Lemonade

2 2 - DEDICATION JoAnne ProwAnt The 2015 edition of the Putnam County Fair Of cial Program and Premium Schedule is dedicated in memory of the late JoAnne Prowant. JoAnne and her late husband Ray worked in the amusement industry and formed their own company, Durant Enterprises Inc. Durant has been a long time partner with The Putnam County Fair bringing thrilling rides, games and delicious fair food. Their hard work and enthusiasm has brought joy to all who attend The Putnam County Fair. JoAnne and Ray s legacy will live on in all our memories of our favorite rides, the prize won at our favorite game and the taste of our favorite fair food. Thank you to JoAnne and her family for making our fair great!

3 - 3 GENERAL INFORMATION ADMISSION One Day Admission at Gate Adult, age 13 and over...$6.00 Children, age 12 and under... FREE Does not include any rides Season Pass...$25.00 Purchased at Secretary s Of ce Allows entrance every day of fair No voting rights Does not include any rides Membership Pass...$25.00 Purchased at Secretary s Of ce Must be resident of Putnam County Allows entrance every day of fair Right to vote for Board of Directors Does not include any rides NO REFUNDS FOR GATE ADMISSION OR RIDE TICKETS COMMUNICATIONS Putnam County Fair Of ce 1490 E. Second St. PO Box 47 Ottawa OH Phone: Fax: putnamcountyfair@bright.net Website: OFFICE HOURS Regular Hours - Tuesday 10am - 4pm Special Hours for June shown below. J U N E PLAN NOW FOR THE 2016 Putnam County Fair June DIRECTORS Term Expires Palmer - Monroe - Monterey Doug Meyer - Jennings Aaron Roth - District IV - District V Term Expires 2016 Dennis Schroeder - Greensburg - District I - District II - Ottawa Philip Verhoff - Blanchard - Pleasant - Sugar Creek - Union Term Expires Riley - Van Buren - Jackson - District III - Liberty VonLehmden-Wentz - Perry NO VEHICLES The Putnam County Fairgrounds has been designated as a pedestrian campus only for the safety of our patrons and exhibitors. No vehicles of any kind allowed on grounds during fair hours. Patron and cargo shuttle service available for our guests convenience. NO PETS No pets or animals allowed on the fairgrounds except those participating in Fair Board authorized exhibits and/or competitions. This rule does not apply to service dogs or law enforcement canine units. NO ALCOHOL Ohio Revised Code Chapters 4301, 4303 and 4399 prohibit the carry in or carry out of alcoholic beverages. This includes, but is not limited to all entertainment events and parking areas. NO SOLICITING No person shall be permitted to make solicitations of any nature on the fairgrounds except in designated available SPECIAL NOTICES DISCLAIMER The Putnam County Fair Board and the Putnam County Commissioners will take every precaution in their power for the safe preservation of livestock and articles on exhibition after their arrival and arrangement upon the fairgrounds. However, above parties will not be responsible for damage to exhibits or livestock by re, water, windstorm or any act of God, nor does the Board assume any liability for loss by thefts or accidents, to persons or property. The Board will not be responsible for any errors or omissions in this premium book. Board reserves right to rule on all questions not covered by rules, and to interpret the rules herein published. Disregard for rules will forfeit pay and premiums if board so determines. The fair board reserves the right to make any additions or deletions to the schedule of events for the bene t of the fair. Any announcements made during the fair will take precedent over material printed, and in this book. Decisions of the fair board are nal. No refunds for gate admissions or ride bands. contracted concession or commercial rented spaces. This applies to, but is not limited to, any religious, political or other special interest groups. NO ADVERTISING No person will be permitted to post or display signs, distribute handbills or advertising material or sell or distribute free, any merchandise, except persons under contract. PLEASE BE ADVISED The Putnam County Agricultural Society assumes no responsibility for damage to or loss of parked vehicles or personal property contained within parked vehicles. No obscene pictures, immoral shows, vulgar language, intoxicated persons or degrading conduct permitted on grounds. Board reserves the right to suspend any rules herein, or take any action it may deem necessary to protect the best interests of the Fair and the public.

4 4 - DirectOrs Officers President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Serving Since 2008 Serving Since 2012 Serving Since 2005 Serving Since 1997 DirectOrs Serving Since 1982 Serving Since 1994 Dennis Schroeder Serving Since 1998 Serving Since 2002 Serving Since 2004 Serving Since 2004 Doug Meyer Serving Since 2005 Serving Since 2009 Serving Since 2010 Serving Since 2011 Aaron Roth Serving Since 2013 VonLehmden-Wentz Serving Since 2013 Serving Since 2014 Serving Since 2014 Serving Since 2014 Serving Since 2015 Serving Since 2015 staff Maintenance Technician Mike Spanky Greer Courtesy Shuttle John Freund Custodial Services Fair Photographer Ken Koch Fair Videographer

5 FAIR COMMITTEES Committees are appointed annually by the President, Vice-President and Treasurer in accordance with Article III, Section 2 of the By Laws. Committees are comprised of but not limited to Directors of the Putnam County Agricultural Society. Occasionally, at the discretion of the Board, an auxiliary committee member from outside the board may be appointed based on an individual s expertise and experience as well as the fair s needs. Committee chairpersons however must be current or past directors and/or of cers even though primary management and operation may be delegated to a quali ed individual from outside the board. The following list contains the Committees for the 2015 Fiscal year and 2015 Fair Planning, Organization and Operation. Public Relations * Executive President Vice-President Treasurer Restrooms * John Freund general MAnAgEMEnT Fairbook * QUAlIFICATIOnS Speed Horse Stables Historical Records * Security & Safety * Doug Meyer Promotion & Advertising * Fiscal & Finance * * Sponsorship * Buildings & Grounds * * Denny Schroeder Aaron Roth Merchant Building Displays Antiques * Culinary, Floral & Needlework * Fine Arts & Crafts Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables * Livestock Records * * Jr. & Sr. Fair Livestock Exhibits 4-H Extension Agent Denny Schroeder Beef & Feeder Calves Dennis Schroeder* * Junior Horse & Pony Denny Schroeder* * Poultry & Rabbits * Sheep & Goats Swine * * Manure Disposal * Junior Fair Livestock Sale Denny Schroeder* Concessions * * Concession Camping * * 2015 FAIR Junior Fair Camping * * Primitive Camping * Gates & Parking * Gate 5 Assistance * Go Kart Track * Speed Park Track Speed Races * Doug Meyer * Arches Plaza & Entertainment Tent * * Grandstand Attractions * * Band Show Denny Schroeder* * Tug-A-Truck * Demolition Derby * * Senior Citizens Activities * Kids Day Activities Kiddie Tractor Pull * * Wood Car Races * John Freund Little Miss & Mister Contest Parade Denny Schroeder * Banner Placement * Aaron Roth Baked Goods Auction * * *Denotes Chairperson

6 - 7 Outstanding Fair Supporter Don Verhoff Former director and past president, Don Verhoff was honored at this year s Ohio Fair Managers Association Convention for his contributions to The Putnam County Fair. This award carries with it great pride, honor and excellence. Outstanding is a word that best describes Don and his dedication to The Putnam County Fair. During his time as a director he volunteered countless hours to make the fair great. His eye for detail is matched by none. He always had a vision for making The Putnam County Fair better for each and every fair patron. The image of excellence was Don s main priority during his time as director and volunteer. The signage you see around the grounds, the overall layouts in past fair books, advertising and promotion, and even a fresh coat of paint needed were all areas where Don s expertise shined. We thank Don for being outstanding in each and everything he has done and congratulate him on the high honor of his award.