Lismore's two major annual spring events that attract large, enthusiastic crowds should be on your calendar as the are close.

The 2024 Rodney Lees Cabinetmaking Lismore Cup is on Friday, September 27, and the 2024 Love Lismore Elders Show is on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 17, 18 and 19.

If you ever wanted the bragging rights of being named “Best at the Lismore Show” in one of the many categories in the Fine Arts competitions, this weekend, the Love Lismore Elders Show is hosting a Master Class on what judges in the various categories will be looking for, which may just give your entry the winning edge.

“There will be lots of good tips, including how to present your flowers, needle work and photography, as well as what to fill your sponge cake with and how to decorate your cakes,” Show president John Gibson said.

“Basically, we will discuss whatever people want to know. There are some very talented people out there and the day is about making sure that those who enter know how to catch the judges’ eye.

“The prize money is not huge, but that’s not the point. It’s about doing your best and being part of the community, and bragging rights of course.”

The Masterclass will be held in Norma’s Kitchen at the Lismore Showground on Saturday, 31st August from 10.00am to approximately 11.30am. A free morning tea is included.

Registration is not required, simply turn up on the day.

For a list of categories and submission deadlines, download the Fine Arts Schedule at www.northcoastnational.com.au.

The Fine Arts competitions are sponsored by Betta Home Living, Richmond Waste, Thearle Electrical, Lismore App, Hurford Hardwood and Wotherspoon Food Service Design.