Pomfret running 'Let it Glow' contest
POMFRET — Pomfret’s First annual “Let it Glow Contest” will be start Dec. 6 and run through Dec. 21.
The Recreation Department is asking the community to decorate their homes and businesses for a chance to win cash prizes!
Recreation Director Carrier Wolfe said “I remember growing up and my parents driving us around to look at people’s holiday decorations. I recall how excited I got as a child looking at all the bright lights and festive decorations. I want to bring that old-fashioned excitement back to the town of Pomfret!”
Contestants should register their home or business by Dec. 4 at www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
There will be a link for an online voting poll that will be posted on the town website at www.pomfretct.gov/recreation and on the department’s Facebook page. There will also be a paper map available at the Town Hall and a paper ballot people can fill out and mail to the Recreation office if you do not have internet access. “The Recreation Department is so grateful to have the support from the Board of Selectman to roll out this fun contest. We want to see the community light up Pomfret with their Holiday cheer,” she added.
The cash prizes: Residential: 1st place, $100; 2nd place, $75; 3rd place, $50. Business: Best overall, $100. Elves will deliver the prizes on Dec. 22.
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