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Downtown Group Plans Scarecrow Decoration Contest

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By SCOTT E. SMITH

Suncoast News

Published: October 15, 2008

NEW PORT RICHEY - Greater New Port Richey Main Street is hosting its inaugural "Scarecrow Decorating Contest" sponsored by Karens Gifts. Folks are invited to create a scarecrow that will be displayed in historic downtown New Port Richey along Grand Boulevard.

The contest will coincide with the Pumpkin Fest Shop n' Stroll that is being held on the streets of downtown and is open to families, businesses, schools, Boy and Girl Scout troops or any organization wishing to participate.

Individuals are asked to register with Greater New Port Richey Main Street, 6231 Grand Boulevard with registrations being received by Oct. 22.

Once registered, the Main Street group will assign a location along Grand Boulevard where you will be responsible for hanging the scarecrow between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m on Saturday, Oct. 25.

Scarecrows cannot be attached using adhesive materials or metal wires. Only twine and plastic zip ties can be used and they cannot interfere with either automobile or foot traffic.

No political messages can be used in the creation of the scarecrow. Your name or organization must appear on the final item and be proportionate to the size of the scarecrow.

Scarecrow's will be on display during the Pumpkin Fest Shop n' Stroll with judging occurring between 2 - 3 p.m. The Grand prize will be a $50 gift certificate to Karen's Gifts and first, second and third place ribbons being given at 3 p.m. at Center Stage, Cavaliere Square.

Scarecrows must be removed by 6 p.m., Oct. 25.

For more information call 727-842-8066.

Reporter Scott E. Smith can be reached at 727-815-1063 or ssmith@suncoastnews.com

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