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Scarecrow contest on Main Street

Friday, September 30, 2011

Downtown Tomahawk should be crow-free in October, as businesses will be displaying scarecrows.

It is all part of Tomahawk's annual Fall Family Festival held in conjunction with the Gap is Bridged celebration. The event will be held at the former express video parking lot with many activities including the first Scarecrow Contest from noon until 2. Basic Scarecrow building supplies are provided although participants are invited to bring additional materials.

Tomahawk Main Street will display the scarecrows donated from the event to decorate the Main Street District. The first place winner will receive $200, with prizes for second, third and judges pick.

Full scarecrow contest rules and a required registration from can be picked up at the Tomahawk Surplus Store or Silver Threads Boutique, along with Tomahawk Main Street's Facebook page or website. Entries will be accepted until October 7 with judging taking place October 29.

In addition to the Build-A-Scarecrow contest, the Fall Family festival will have a farmer's market mini pumpkin painting station and festival treats, including cider and hot chocolate.

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