Scarecrow Sightings

We are starting to see Scarecrows:

• Simply Unique
• Chamber of Commerce
• Stedman's
• Britannia House B&B

The invasion has started!

One month today!

The Countdown has begun. One month from today is the Pre-parade, Parade and Family Festival. Yea!

Meaford Downtown Decorating Starts Sept. 10th

The Meaford Scarecrow Invasion Decorating Committee has set the date! September 10th the invasion begins with orange bows, corn stalks and scarecrows starting to appear in the downtown. Join the fun and decorate your business. In the BIA you are automatically registered if you are decorated. For the Greater Meaford Area, Agricultural businesses and Community organizations e-mail Mary (marysolomon@rogers.com) with your location and the judges will have you on their list. Judging will be September 24 and 25, 2012. If you want your business included on the Scarecrow Journey register by September 21. Check out some of the resources on this blog to help you!

Fairy Tales that Mean Business

Have you ever thought about what the characters in Fairy Tales do for a living - what businesses or professions? Check out the characters below - inspiration for your entry in the business decorating competition:

Cinderella: Housekeeping

Princess and the Pea: Quality Management

Pinocchio: Toy tester

Peter Pan: Aeronautical Engineer

Goldilocks and 3 Bears: Travel reviewer

Aladdin: Carpet Salesman

Little Mermaid: Swimming instructor

Hansel and Gretel: Bruce Trail Guides

Snow White: Apple Agronomist

Little Red Riding Hood: Gerontologist

The Frog Prince: Matchmaker

Rapunzel: Hair Dresser

Sleeping Beauty: Ergonomic Pillow Tester

Steadfast Tin Soldier: Adventurer

Thumbelina: Gardener

Congratulations to Evolve Toy Store on its Anniversary! Sam is a dedicated Scarecrow volunteer for the Business Competition. Play on, Sam!

Well the invitations are being delivered for the Business Decorating Competition. Remember the theme is "Scarecrows Love Fairy Tales" for those business who wish to decorate to a theme. Scarecrows are mandatory!

Judging Days

September 24 and 25, 2012

 

Registration: BIA be decorated by September 21

Greater Meaford Area:

E-mail

marysolomon@rogers.com or call 519-538-4968 by September 21 with your location

The Meaford Scarecrow Invasion is excited to be on You Tube. Check us out Meaford Scarecrow Invasion Slideshow 2011