2nd annual Schomberg Idol

The Schomberg Agricultural Society is committed to promoting the talented youth of the community. In co-operation with Music 21 of Bolton, they are sponsoring the second annual Schomberg Idol contest that will promote community pride and involvement, cultural environment, youth involvement and youth opportunity.

The Schomberg Idol contest is open to youth from 11 to 16 years of age. The schedule of events will ensure that participants have the opportunity to perform 4 times, with the finale taking place over three days at the 158th Schomberg Agricultural Fair.

The winner of the Schomberg Idol will also have the opportunity to represent Schomberg Agricultural Society at local fairs and events throughout the coming year. The contest will be juried by 3 individuals with musical experience, involvement and/or accomplishments.

The winner of this competition will be awarded the following items: studio demo recording time; perform at King Township events such as Arts Society King - Schomberg Community Spirit & Bonfire Night, A Main Street Christmas, Nobleton Victoria Day Fair and of course the Schomberg Agricultural Spring Fair.

They will be the recipient of a Schomberg Idol memorabilia t-Shirt and many more prize yet to be confirmed.

Last year's winner was a girl from Bolton.

The premier showcase for 2008 will be held Dec. 1 at A Main Street Christmas in Schomberg. At this time, they are looking for potential contestants. If you would like to register for this competition or know someone that would be a great Schomberg Idol, go to. www.schombergfair.com and click on the link Schomberg idol and it will direct you to the site designed by King Tourism for the idol competition. This site will give you further details and has an application form to fill out. Don't wait, sign up now, and start practising your Christmas carols for the first showcase.