The Grady County Free Fair is scheduled for Aug. 21-23, 2008, at the Grady County Fairgrounds. Over the past year, 4-H club members and OHCE members throughout our county have been preparing for this week. With 4-H projects that range from Geology to Fashion and Fabrics to a new division entitled “Oklahoma 4-H Centennial”, 4-Hers are excited to show off their achievements to the public.

The variety of 4-H events at the county fair include member project exhibits of technology, science & discovery, photography, food science, fashions & fabrics; livestock judging, and horse competitions. Through preparing and showcasing their talents, these events offer our youth with the exceptional learning experiences needed to build self-confidence and maturity. But most of all, 4-Hers enjoy entertaining and educating the community about 4-H and its many projects.

The Oklahoma 4-H Centennial is scheduled for 2009. In 2008, 4-H members have the opportunity to showcase 4-H life over the past 100 years. A division has been created to feature Oklahoma 4-H as it has changed through the last century. An alumni division is also available for former 4-H members to exhibit collections and memorabilia. For a complete listing of these classes, please consult the Fair guidelines available at the Grady County Extension Service at 828 W. Choctaw in Chickasha.

Grady County OHCE members will be serving meals and concession areas to raise funds for community service projects and programs for the coming year. The Concession Areas in the North and South Building will be serving Indian Tacos, Hamburgers, and other items throughout the Fair. The Community Building will host hot lunches and dinners on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the Fair. Lunches will cost $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. each day. Dinner will cost $8 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Dinner will be served from 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m. each day of the Fair

. The menu for the Community Building is listed below:

Thursday, Aug. 21

NOON – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EVENING – 5:30–7 p.m.

Pinto Beans with Ham Chicken Fried Steak

Cornbread

Mashed Potatoes/Gravy

Fried Okra Corn/Green Beans

Tomatoes/Onions Tossed Salad

Dessert Hot Rolls Dessert

Friday, Aug. 22

NOON – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. EVENING – 5:30-7 p.m.