Northern District Fair

08/24/2024

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible sponsors who made this year’s Northern District Fair possible. Your generous support helped bring our community together for a week of fun, excitement, and lasting memories.

Thank you for your commitment to our fair and our community. We look forward to continuing this partnership and making next year’s fair even bigger and better!

Thank you again for being a part of our success!

🖤DIAMOND
LUTKE WELDING

🖤PLATINUM
AT HOME STORAGE
CJ'S EXCAVATING, INC.

🖤GOLD
SALISBURY TRUCKING, INC.
GREEN SUNRISE PRODUCTS LLC
HOUSLER SAWMILL
K&K FARMS

🖤SILVER
PADNOS
PLEASANT LAKE LODGE, INC. ASSISTED LIVING HOMES OF CADILLAC
AJ'S MOBILE WELDING SERVICE
LUTKE FOREST PRODUCTS
LUTKE HYDRAULICS
EBEL'S GENERAL STORE
BURNIPS EQUIPMENT
MASLIE VIRTUAL OFFICE, LLC

🖤BRONZE
TACO BELL/KFC
CADILLAC BURGERS, INC (CULVERS)
DAVID DENHOUTEN COMMITTE TO ELECT FOR PROSECUTOR
OUTSIDE EDGE CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
WEXFORD COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING
LARK LAWN & GARDEN, INC.
BURKHOLDER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, LLC.

🖤FREINDS OF THE FAIR:
GORDON FOODS SERVICE
T.J. MAXX
LCM SURVEYING & ENGINEERING, INC.
STONEY CORNERS VETERINARY SERVICE PC
COLETTE LUCAS

🏆 OUR TROPHY SPONSORS THIS YEAR ARE:
CARGILL
GREENSTONE FARM CREDIT SERVICES
CADILLAC CULVERT
EBELS FAMILY CENTER, INC.
HOLDSHIP FUNERAL HOME
UHY ADVISORS INC.
BURKHOLDER FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, LLC.
CLASSIC CHEVROLET
BW KNISS FARM
MADS OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT
MAPLEWOODS FARM
SHAUN & ERICA RONK
JANET & RICHARD DUNLAP
PEARSON DRILLING COMPANY
BETTEN BAKER CHEVROLET
SEELYE CLUB LAMBS
NORTHWOODS FEED
CHERYLS LANDING

Please help us tag these sponsors!!

08/23/2024

Future Planning & Suggestions:

🎡 Already excited for next year? So are we! If you have ideas or suggestions for the 2025 Northern District Fair, we’d love to hear them.

Drop your ideas in our virtual suggestion box below! 👇🏼

Ps. We are open to constructive criticism. This post is meant to improve the grounds, functions, events, etc.

08/22/2024

IF YOU TOOK PHOTOS WHILE AT THE NORTHERN DISTRICT FAIR, please share them with us in the comments!!! 👇🏼

08/21/2024

Join Us in Making a Difference at the Northern District Fair!

The Northern District Fair is more than just an event—it's a beloved community tradition, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

We’re currently seeking passionate volunteers and dedicated board members who want to make a real impact. If you’ve ever wished to see changes or improvements at the fair, now is your chance to be part of that change!

Whether you have new ideas, a love for the fair, or simply want to give back to the community, we need your help to make next year’s event bigger and better than ever.

Get involved and help us shape the future of the Northern District Fair! To learn more or to sign up, reach out to us via www.northerndistrictfair.org

Together, we can make a difference!

08/20/2024

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to follow the Northern District Fair page and add it to your favorites:

1. **Log in to Facebook**
- Open the Facebook app on your smartphone or on your web browser.
- Enter your login credentials (email/phone number and password) to access your account.

2. **Search for the Northern District Fair Page**
- In the search bar at the top of the screen, type “Northern District Fair.”
- Press “Enter” or tap the search icon.

3. **Select the Northern District Fair Page**
- Look for the official Northern District Fair page in the search results.
- Click or tap on the page name to open it.

4. **Follow the Page**
- Once on the Northern District Fair page, locate the "Follow" button. It’s typically near the top of the page. Or the three lines/dots.
- Click or tap "Follow" to start following the page. This will allow you to see updates and posts from the Northern District Fair in your news feed.

5. **Add the Page to Favorites**
- After following, locate the “Following” button (which replaced the "Follow" button).
- Click or tap on “Following,” and a drop-down menu will appear.
- In the drop-down menu, select “Favorites.” This will prioritize posts from the Northern District Fair, making them more likely to appear at the top of your news feed.

6. **Confirm the Page is in Your Favorites**
- Once you've added the page to your favorites, you should see the option selected in the “Following” drop-down menu. You can now be sure you won’t miss any updates from the Northern District Fair!

7. **Engage with the Page**
- Now that you’re following the Northern District Fair and have added it to your favorites, feel free to like, comment, and share posts to stay engaged with the community!

08/19/2024

Recap of the Week: Chaos, Fun, and Memories!

What a week it has been at the Northern District Fair! Despite the challenges, we enjoyed every moment, and we hope you did too!

🌟 **Livestock:** Our livestock events were nothing short of amazing. The Livestock Sale was a huge success, with the kids showing off their hard work and dedication. They wrapped up the week with a lively barn dance that was the perfect ending to a fantastic fair!

🍔 **Food Vendors:** The food vendors came and conquered. Adjusting with the weather, being flexible in our changes. Each dish was delicious, keeping everyone fueled for all the fun.

🎨 **Craft Vendors:** Our craft vendors were incredible, braving the ever-changing weather to bring you their unique and beautiful creations.

🚗 **Derby:** The demolition derby was a massive hit, as always, with thrills and excitement that kept everyone on the edge of their seats!

💩 **Cow Plop & Dunk Tank:** The cow plop was insanely fun, and the dunking of our brave police officers and firefighters was a crowd favorite!

We know there wasn’t as much foot traffic this year due to the absence of a ride company, but rest assured, our volunteers and members are working tirelessly to improve every aspect of this venue. We're already making plans to ensure next year is bigger and better, and we’re excited about what’s to come!

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone in the community who came out to enjoy the fair and support our grounds. Your presence and enthusiasm make all the hard work worth it.

We received a lot of positive feedback, and we're thrilled by the interest from those wanting to join us as volunteers or even as board members. We're excited to see what next year brings and can't wait to start planning for an even bigger and better fair in 2025!

Thank you all, and see you next year! 🎡✨

08/18/2024

Phew, what a week… but we are looking Forward to Next Year!

We were reminded this year that sometimes things don’t go as planned—like not having a ride company at the fair. Our team worked tirelessly to secure one, and while it didn’t come together this time, we’re already making strides to ensure next year is different.

Now is the perfect time to get involved! We’re looking for passionate volunteers who want to be part of something greater than ever. Whether you have ideas to share or simply want to lend a helping hand, your contribution can help make next year’s fair the best one yet.

Thank you to everyone who came out, supported, and enjoyed the fair. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re more determined than ever to bring the rides back in 2025.

**Next year is our year—bigger, better, and full of excitement!**
Join us as a volunteer and be part of the magic. Stay tuned for updates as we plan for an unforgettable Northern District Fair.

08/17/2024

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉

Larry Walsh, Jacqueline Durham Laliberte, Joe Porterfield

08/17/2024

Saturday, August 17, 2024

7a - All animal barns open
2p-8p - West Michiga Gelly Ball $5 for 750 rounds of Ammo
5p- Youth awards presentations (at the barns)
5p-7p - BEER TENT
7P - TNT Demolition Derby

08/17/2024

What an amazing turn out AND so much fun!!!

We had SO much fun!!
Thank you to Cherry Grove Fire Rescue, Charter Township of Haring Fire Department and Selma Township Fire !

Thank you everyone for coming out and having fun with us! It was a blast…..we were able to raise $213 for the fair. Thank you to everyone that participated.

08/16/2024

Dunking Fire Fighters!!!

08/16/2024

Dunk the FIRE FIGHTERS!!!

5p-7p!!!

Get to the Northern District Fair!!!

$6 gate admission includes grandstands!

08/16/2024

FRIDAY

7a - All animal barns open
11a-6p - Open Sew in the Civic Center
11a-1p - Differently-abled/Special needs day in the BARNS!
2p-8p - West Michigan Gelly Ball (in the Ice Arena due to weather)
$5 for 750 rounds of Ammo
5p-7p - Farm Bureau Chicken BBQ
5p-7p - Dunk a Firefighter fundraiser- $5 for 6 balls
5p-7p - Cow Plop- $10 per square
5-p-11p - BEER TENT
5:30p - Ag Olympics at the Barns
OPEN TO ALL KIDS!
7p - Youth Barn Dance (New Horse Barn) Open to the public.
8p- TNT Demolition Derby (Grandstands)

$6 per person admission
This fee Covers: parking, entry to the animal barns, entry to the barn dance, entry to participate in the GellyBall, entry for the derby held at the grandstands!! Wow, what a deal!

Seniors, veterans and kids under 5 are free!

08/16/2024

08/16/2024

🚨 Important Update: 🚨

We just heard from the pilot, and due to the weather, the Remax hot air balloon rides are canceled for today. 🌧️ We know it's a bummer, but safety is our top priority.

But don’t worry! The team is already working diligently to reschedule the rides as soon as possible. 🎈 We’ll keep you posted on the new date so you can still experience the thrill of floating above it all.

Thank you for your understanding, and stay tuned for updates!

08/15/2024

Dunking the police and Cow Plopping on this Thursday! 🐄 👮‍♀️

08/15/2024

We are hoping the weather holds out for us!!!!

Come dunk a police officer from 5p-7p!!!!

08/15/2024

Thursday, August 15th, 2024

7a - All animal barns open
9a - Open Horse 🐎 Show
11a-6p - Open Sew 🪡 in the Civic Center
2p- Concessions Open
4p-8p - Drakes Mystic Magic 🪄 Show (every 2 hours)
4p- Animal Costume contest (at the barns)
5p - Fun with 4-H (at the barns) 🍀
5p-7p - Bounce Houses (Ice Arena)
PARENTS MUST BE PRESENT
5p-8p - DUNK A POLICE 👮 OFFICER 🚓FUNDRAISER - $5 for 6 balls
6p-8p - 🐄Cow Plop💩 /$10 per square
5p-11p - BEER TENT 🍺 21+
6p - Showmanship Sweepstakes
7p-9p - UWE Wrestling (in the Ice Arena) fighting 🥊
$10 per person / 5 under is FREE / Family Pass is $25

$6 per person / 5 and under are free / Veterans are FREE / 65+ are FREE at the gate for admission. This gate fee covers your parking, entry into the grounds AND grand stand events!

There is a $5 minimum at the concessions when you use a debit or credit card.
We are accepting all major cards!

08/15/2024

FREE CONCERT! Get here now!!!!

08/15/2024

Live music!!!

08/15/2024

Bernadette Kathryn and the Lonely Days Band! 🎵

Thank you to Pinnacle Trucking for the use of a semi for a stage!!!!

08/14/2024

50/50 Cow Plop!!!!

08/14/2024

Thank you Grahek's for beautifying our auction arena!

Auction tonight!

Dinner at 5
Auction starts at 6

Support these kids! 👏