Children and adults are invited to come in costume to the Great Pumpkin Fest on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Union Grove Union High School gymnasium.
Enjoy many free family activities, including old-fashioned children’s games with small prize, refreshments (as long as supplies last), crafts and a variety of basket raffles.
This year there will be free hayrides from 2 to 3:20 p.m., sponsored by the Union Grove Lions Club. The hayrides will be held at St. Roberts and there will be a shuttle provided thanks to Miller Reesman Funeral Home. The name of the hayride is Apocalypse 2012: Freaks of Nature.
Fun Competitions
Entries must be in place by 1:15 p.m. for all Halloween competitions in order to be judged. All ages are encouraged to bring either a carved or painted (decorated) pumpkin. The Jack O’ Lantern creations will be judged in several age categories, including teens and adults. Or, purchase one for yourself to take home that day.
The second competition with entries due at 1:15 p.m. is the Pumpkin Baking Contest. The only requirement is that pumpkin be a key ingredient. Contestants may bring an old family favorite to the contest or look in a cookbook and try a new taste treat. Judges will consider eye appeal, texture and taste.
The costume parade will be judged by age group. The judging line up will begin at 1:20 p.m. Winners to be announced at the end of the event.
The pet photo contest has become quite popular. Dress up your pet in costume and take a photo. Bring it in before 1:15 p.m., so it can be judged.
This ninth annual event is sponsored by the Greater Union Grove Area Chamber of Commerce. The business sponsors are committed to providing family oriented events which highlight the wonderful quality of life which we enjoy in this area.
Call the Chamber office at 878-4606 or visit www.uniongrovechamber.org for more information.
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