SMILE, INC.
Southern Maryland Invitational Livestock Expo, Inc.
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MISSION STATEMENT
The Southern Maryland Livestock Invitational Expo, Inc. (SMILE Inc.) was established in 2007 as a tax exempt public body operating to provide an educational, fun and nurturing environment for area youth to showcase their skills and talents, foster camaraderie and enhance their knowledge and appreciation of Southern Maryland's rich agricultural heritage, and provide outreach to the community in order to inform and increase awareness of the vibrant and diverse possibilities of farming and agricultural enterprises in Southern Maryland. SMILE operates primarily within the area consisting of Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Prince Georges and St. Mary’s counties, and other counties by invitation. The Southern Maryland Invitational Livestock Expo's policy is that no person shall be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or parental status or disability.
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SAVE THE DATE!
June 26-28, 2009
The 2009 SMILE livestock show for youth will take place on June 26 through June 28, 2009 at the St. Mary’s County Fair Grounds in Leonardtown, Maryland.
SMILE is the result of the collaborative efforts of dedicated volunteers and is sponsored by the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC). The event provides an opportunity for youth in the Southern Maryland region to participate in a local competition and to increase awareness of the region’s agricultural heritage.
Registration packets are available on this Web site now.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, show days and times, rules, and breed class requirements call Susan McQuilkin at SMADC on 301-274-1922.
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