TABLE SETTING CONTEST
Division 430
Fair entry due July 10
This contest allows members to plan a menu and create a table setting. Questions will be asked about the menu, nutrition, centerpiece, place setting and etiquette. The contest will be held on Clothing Day. The contest is divided into three age divisions: Junior - ages 8-10, Intermediate – ages 11-13 and Senior - ages 14 and up. Ages are based on January 1, of the current year. Open to all 4-Hers enrolled in a home environment, foods or clothing project. County Fair exhibit will include enlarged picture of table setting, centerpiece and table covering.
Class 1- Jr. Division
- Plan a menu. Display on 8 ½" x 11" sheet.
- Prepare a center piece and place setting for one on a card table. Members must provide their own table, table covering, place setting and centerpiece.
- Contestants will draw for judging order. The judge will privately interview the contestant.
- Parents/leaders may assist in carrying in articles for display, but 4-Hers are to set up their own display.
- Parents/leaders may wait in the audience area.
- Exhibitor’s apparel should complement the theme.
Class 2 - Intermediate Division
- Plan a menu. Display on 8 ½" x 11" sheet.
- Prepare a center piece and place setting for one on a card table. Members must provide their own table, table covering, place setting and centerpiece.
- Exhibitor will give a presentation (max. 5 minutes) to the judge and audience.
- Presentation should include (but not limited to) explanation of menu planning, including nutrition, theme, selection of centerpiece and table appointment, placement of appointment and menu card.
- Exhibitor’s apparel should complement the theme.
Class 3 - Sr. Division
- Plan a menu. Display on 8 ½" x 11" sheet.
- Prepare a center piece and place setting for one on a card table. Members must provide their own table, table covering, place setting and centerpiece.
- Exhibit will be set up in the presence of the judge and audience. Exhibitors will give a presentation (max. 10 minutes) as they display their table setting.
- Presentation should include (but not limited to) explanation of menu planning, including nutrition, theme, selection of centerpiece and table appointment, placement of appointment and menu card.
- Exhibitor’s apparel should complement the theme.