The annual Essay Contest and Poetry Contest will again be held as part of the Elizabethtown Fair, which will run from Monday, Aug. 21, to Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Elizabethtown Fairgrounds, High Street, Elizabethtown. Both an original essay and an original poem may be titled "Why I Like the Elizabethtown Fair" or any other title relating to the Elizabethtown Fair.

The essay may be handwritten or typed. It may not exceed one page typed or two pages written and must be neat and legible. Judging will be based on clarity of expression, content, creativity, grammar, and organization.

The poem may not exceed two pages in length. It must be neat and legible but may be handwritten or typed. Judging will be based on clarity of expression, content, and creativity.

Both contests are open to students in grades one to 12 and adults. There will be age divisions for judging. Prize money and ribbons will be awarded for five placings in each age division.

A cover sheet listing the entrant's name, address, phone number, and grade just completed or adult must accompany the essay and/or poem. Names should be on the cover sheet and not on the poem or essay. Entries are to be submitted in a page protector.

Essay and poetry exhibits may be picked up on Sunday, Aug. 27, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church.

A Drug Awareness Poster Contest will be open to students in kindergarten through grade eight. All posters must be on 11-by-14-inch poster board and must be done in dark pens, markers, or crayons. Posters must be neat and legible and will be judged on content and appearance. The creator's name, address, and phone number should be noted on the back of the poster. There will be five age divisions for judging purposes, and ribbons and prize money will be awarded to five places in each division.

Essay, poetry, and poster submissions will be received at Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church, 996 E. High St., on Aug. 21 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Entries will be displayed throughout the week. For more information, call Sally at 717-653-5985.