September 24, 2010 For immediate release:
There's one week left! Dress up a Scarecrow and Enter Contest to Decorate Owego
Owego, NY -- There's one week left for anyone to register for the Scarecrow Competition in Owego. The Tioga County Tourism Office introduced this idea to help decorate the Village of Owego during the Fall season, as well as provide an opportunity for groups, clubs, schools, churches, or individuals to earn some cash.
Businesses, clubs, organizations and individuals are invited to join in the fun and enter a scarecrow in the "Scarecrow Owego" competition. Attached is a Scarecrow Flyer. Entering categories include: "The 'I Love NY' Crow," "Quite the Character" Scarecrow, "Traditional/Whirligig Scarecrow," "Kids Only! Scarecrow, and the People's Choice Scarecrow.
To enter, complete this registration form and return it to the Tourism Office with a $10 entry fee. Select your group of friends or volunteers, or do it yourself, but let your imagination go wild! Entry forms are also available at the Tourism Office, 80 North Avenue, Owego or by calling 607-687-7440 or email info@visittioga.com. The deadline to create and enter the competition is Friday, October 1. Drop off your scarecrow to the Tourism Office between 9 & 5 pm on October 1.
The scarecrows will be on display throughout the Owego retail district from October 8-November 5.
Tioga County Tourism is the official tourism promotion agency for Tioga County and is located at 80 North Avenue, Owego. For more information, please go to www.visittioga.com or call Stella Reschke at 607-687-7440 or email stella@visittioga.com. # # # |