Vote for Your Favorite Scarecrow! The 36th Annual Scarecrow Competition
Visitors can stroll through Stony Brook Village Center to admire scarecrows of all shapes, sizes, and personalities on display. Guests pick up ballots at local shops to vote for entries submitted by professionals, families, or children. The creations compete for cash prizes as part of a cherished community tradition.
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Tips & Advice
- Parking is free throughout Stony Brook Village Center, with multiple parking lots available.
- Ballots can be picked up and dropped off at any shop in Stony Brook Village Center.
- Taxi service is available to the Village Center from the nearby Stony Brook LIRR train station.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does voting work?
Visitors can pick up a paper ballot inside any shop in Stony Brook Village Center and return their completed ballot to any shop to be counted.
What categories are featured in the competition?
Scarecrows compete in three categories: Previous First Prize Winners & Professionals (Category A), Individual Adults or Families (Category B), and Individuals or Groups of Children ages 12 and under (Category C).
What do the winners receive?
Winning scarecrows in the competition receive cash prizes.
Who hosts the scarecrow competition?
The event is presented by the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO).
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