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Minnesota State Fair schedule: Saturday, Aug. 29

August 14, 2015 at 6:06PM

Elizabeth Golombiecki, 16, of Chokio, and Steven Hanson, 16, of Goodrich, visited while relaxing in the cattle barn while they waited their turn to move out in 2013. Hanson's Ayrshire cow, which they're leaning on, won two first place ribbons at the fair. (Colleen Kelly — Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

4-H DAY

MUSIC

GRANDSTAND: Carrie Underwood: With Native Run, 7:30 p.m.

4-H BUILDING: Communist Daughter: 6 p.m.

CAROUSEL PARK: Minnesota Boychoir: 2:30 p.m. Edina High School Marching Band: 3:10 p.m.

DNR PARK: Red Rock Swing Band: 10, 11 a.m., 2,4,7,8 & 9 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR: Dirty Shorts Brass Band: 10:45 a.m., noon & 1:15 p.m.; The Good, the Bad and the Funky: 3:15, 4:30 & 5:45 p.m.; UniverSoul: 7:30 & 8:45 p.m.

LEINIE LODGE BAND SHELL: The Willis Clan: 10:30 & 11:45 a.m.; Steve Meisner: 1 & 2:30 p.m.; Pine Leaf Boys: 3:30 & 4:45 p.m.; Terri Clark: 8:30 p.m.

MINNESOTA WINE COUNTRY: Mike Salovich & Worldbeat: 6:30 p.m.

PROGRESS CENTER/ECO EXPERIENCE: The Woodshop Band: 6 p.m.

RAMBERG SENIOR CENTER: The Marv Nissel Band: 10:30, 11:45 a.m. & 1 p.m.; Big Bob Scoggin: 3:15, 4:30 & 5:45 p.m.

WEST END MARKET: Janie Miller Band: 11 a.m., noon & 1 p.m.; The Minnesota State Fiddle Contest: 2:30 p.m.; Crankshaft and the Gear Grinders: 8 p.m.

FAMILY FARE

4-H BUILDING: Meet PBS Kids Characters: 9 a.m.; Lakeshore Players: 11 a.m., noon & 3:30 p.m. 4-H State Arts-In Musical Performance: 11:30 a.m., 3:30, 5 & 7:30 p.m.

AGRICULTURE/HORTICULTURE BUILDING: The Seed Queen: The Handmade Legacy of Lillian Colton: A puppet show. 4, 5 & 6 p.m.

CAROUSEL PARK: Prep45 Day: Interactive games, activities and booths that celebrate student athletes. 9 a.m.-5 p.m; St. Anthony Village High School Cheer Squad: 9 a.m.; KS95 Lip Sync Contest Finale: 3:30 p.m.

CATTLE BARN AND ANNEX: Allison Investigates - Does Chocolate Milk Come From Brown Cows?: 11 a.m. & 3 p.m.; Cattle Extravaganza: Noon-3 p.m.; Talk to the Animals Show: 12:20 p.m.; Milk Moo-Stache Contest: 2:30 p.m.; Moo Quiz Show: 5:30 p.m.

DAIRY BUILDING: Butter Sculptures: Princess Kay and her court will each have their likeness carved into 90-lb. blocks of butter by a sculptor. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

DNR PARK: DNR Fire Tower: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fish Pond Talks: 9:45, 10:45, 11:45 a.m., 12:45, 1:45, 2:45 & 3:45 p.m.; Smokey Bear Appearance: 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.; Emerald Ash Borer Costumed Character: Noon & 2 p.m.; Church Basement Ladies: Noon; Outdoors Family Feud: 1 & 3 p.m.

EDUCATION BUILDING: A showcase of educational exhibitors. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; ClogJam: 10, 11 a.m. & noon ; Robot Demonstration: 10 a.m., noon & 3 p.m.; Green T Productions: 10:30, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 & 1:30 p.m.; ABC Square Dancing: 1 & 3:30 p.m.; Black Storytellers Alliance: 3, 4, 5 & 6 p.m.; Zumba Fitness: 4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.

FAMILY FAIR/BALDWIN PARK: Great Big Sandbox: 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Alphabet Forest: Meet authors and alphabet activities. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Math On-a-Stick: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Magician Star Michaelina: 10:30, 11:30 a.m. & 3 p.m; Sean Emery: 12:30 & 5:30 p.m.; Break-Shop Bump'N: 1:30, 4 & 6 p.m.; Minnesota State Fair County Fair Talent Contest: 7 p.m.

FINE ARTS CENTER: Fine Arts Exhibition: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Studio: Here: Each day of the fair, a practicing Minnesota artist will create artwork and interact with fair guests. 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Be a Fine Arts Detective: Use clues to find specific pieces throughout the fine arts exhibition and earn a ribbon for finding all the pieces. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR: West of the Grandstand, following the Grandstand show.

GIANT SING ALONG: On the south side of Murphy Av. between Underwood and Cooper Sts. 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

HEALTH FAIR 11: Information on food allergies, flu shots, blood pressure checks, glucose readings and more. On the southwest corner of Dan Patch and Cooper St. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

HORSE BARN: EquiMania: Exhibits including skeletons, anatomy models and other artifacts used in caring for horses. 9 a.m.- 7 p.m.

INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR: Armenian Dance Ensemble of MN: Noon, 1:30, 3 & 4:30 p.m.

LASERTAINMENT'S LASER HITZ SHOW: Outdoors at the intersection of Cosgrove St. and Randall Av. 9:15 p.m.

LEINIE LODGE BAND SHELL: Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest: 6 p.m.

LITTLE FARM HANDS: A hands-on agricultural education exhibit for children. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Seed Survivor: An interactive exhibit that explains what plants need to grow. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

MINNESOTA NEWSPAPER MUSEUM: On the east side of Cosgrove St. on the street level of the 4-H Building. 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

MINNESOTA TERRITORIAL PIONEERS CABIN: The log cabin displays artifacts from territorial times. On the west side of Underwood St. between Carnes and Judson Avs. 9 a.m.

MIRACLE OF BIRTH CENTER: Nursery of Knowledge: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; FFA Talent Show: 11 a.m., 1 & 5 p.m. Thank a Farmer Magic Show: Noon, 4 & 6 p.m.; Dairy Goodness with Princess Kay Finalists: 3 p.m.;

NORTHWOODS: All-Star Stunt Dogs Splash: 11 a.m., 2 & 4:30 p.m.; Timberworks Lumberjack Show: Noon, 3, 5:30 & 7 p.m.

SHEEP AND POULTRY BARN: 4-H Poultry Quiz Bowl: 4 p.m.

STATE FAIR MALL PARADE: The parade route begins near the Haunted House, heads north on Cosgrove Street, west on Randall Avenue and south on Underwood Street. 2 p.m.

SWINE BARN: Oink Booth: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Pig Tales: 11 a.m.

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DRIVEN TO DISCOVER: Stop by the U's research building to participate in studies by a variety of departments, talk with researchers and learn about their work. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

VISITORS PLAZA: State Fair Mascot Appearances: 11 a.m. & 4 p.m.

WARNER COLISEUM: Minnesota State Fair Horse Show: 6 p.m.

WEST END MARKET: Minnesota Historical Society's History on-a-Schtick: 9:30 a.m.; Stages Theatre Company: 10:30, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 & 1:30 p.m.; Duniya Drum & Dance: 3, 4, 5 & 6 p.m.; Steve Russell: 6 p.m.

DEMONSTRATIONS AND PROGRAMS

CAROUSEL PARK: Minnesota United Demo and Q & A: 2 p.m.

CATTLE BARN AND ANNEX: 4-H Livestock Demonstrations: 9, 10:30 a.m., 4:30& 6:30 p.m. Milking Demonstrations: At the Moo Booth. 10 a.m., noon, 2, 4 & 6 p.m.; Hand Milking: At the Moo Booth. 11:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.

CREATIVE ACTIVITIES AND ANNEX: Weavers' Guild of Minnesota: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Minnesota Lace Society: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Wood Carvers: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

MIRACLE OF BIRTH CENTER: An Introduction to Veterinary Medicine: 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.; Urban Chicken Farming: 2 p.m.

PET CENTER: Pet Surgery: Minnesota 4-H Dog Agility: 9, 11 a.m., 1, 3 & 5 p.m.; 10 a.m., noon, 2 & 4 p.m.; Tricks & Temperament by Smith the German Shepherd: 5:45 p.m.; St. Paul Police K-9 Demonstrations: 7 p.m.

PROGRESS CENTER/ECO EXPERIENCE: ReUSE DIY Project Demos: 10 a.m., 1, 3:30 & 6:30 p.m. Agriculture: From First Peoples to New Immigrants Cooking Demonstration: 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m.

WISER LIVING: An interactive exhibit designed to help visitors learn about products and services to maximize independence. On the east side of Cosgrove Street, on the street level of the 4-H Building, outside 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

THE X-ZONE: Skateboard and BMX Bike Demonstrations: Noon, 1:30, 3, 4:30 & 6 p.m.

JUDGING

AGSTAR ARENA: Decorating, Draft Horse Halter Showmanship: 7:30 a.m.; 4-H Purple Ribbon Auction: 5:45 p.m.

CATTLE BARN AND ANNEX: Make It Better With Butter: 10 a.m.

SHEEP AND POULTRY BARN: 4-H Rabbit Judging and Showmanship: 8 a.m.; Specialty Show Rabbits Judging: 9 a.m.; Sheep Open Class: 2, 3, 4 & 5 p.m.; Sheep Open Class: Supreme Champion Ram and Ewe: 6 p.m.

SWINE BARN: 4-H Lamb Lead Show: 8 a.m; 4-H Sheep Showmanship: 11 a.m.

WARNER COLISEUM: 4-H Poultry Chicken BBQ Contest: 8:30 a.m.; 4-H Dairy Show: 9 a.m.

ANIMALS

AGSTAR ARENA: 4-H Purple Ribbon Livestock Auction: 5:45 p.m.

HORSE BARN: Aisle of Breeds: A showcase of different breeds and types of horses. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

MIRACLE OF BIRTH CENTER: CHS Miracle of Birth Center: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

PET CENTER: Greyhound Pets of America Minnesota: 10 a.m., noon, 2 & 4 p.m.

SHEEP AND POULTRY BARN: Baa Booth: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

HOME AND HOBBIES

AGRICULTURE/HORTICULTURE BUILDING: Minnesota State Floral Association Floralpalooza: Florists Helping Communities Thrive: Local florist members present handmade fresh, floral interpretations of noteworthy nonprofit organizations in Minnesota. Located in the Agriculture Horticulture Building Rotunda. 9 a.m.; Minnesota Eats: Connecting People to Their Food: 10 a.m.; Ask the Apple Grower: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Frame a Farmer: 10:30 a.m.; Looking Inside the Hive: 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2:30, 4:30 & 6:30 p.m.; Minnesota State Fair Homebrew Competition: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Cooking With Honey: 11, 11:30 a.m. & noon; Harvesting Honey: 1, 2, 4 & 5 p.m.; Growing Grapes in Minnesota: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Growing Apples in Minnesota: 11 a.m.; Feeding Bees: Plants They Like: Noon; Minnesota Gladiolus Society Show: Noon-9 p.m.; Frugal Gardening: 1 p.m.; How to Grow Glorious Gladiolus: 2 p.m.; Make Your Yard Work for You: 3 p.m.; Minnesota Craft Brewers Guild Talks: 3 & 6 p.m.; The Power of Song: 5 p.m.; Minnesota Eats - Sustaining Food: 6 p.m.

CREATIVE ACTIVITIES AND ANNEX: How to Brew Great Tea at Home: 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 & 3:30 p.m.

MINNESOTA WINE COUNTRY: Wine & Cheese: Explore Minnesota: 3:30 p.m.

PROGRESS CENTER/ECO EXPERIENCE: Eco-Friendly Alternative to the RV Camper: 10 a.m., 2 & 6 p.m.; Natural Foods and Decoratives from the Woods or Backyard: 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.; Sustainable Fashion for Everyone: Noon & 1 p.m.; Your Food Print: 5 p.m.