Scarecrows will return to Kennesaw’s Main Street

Kennesaw city officials invite scarecrow designs for the “Scarecrows on Main” display.

Participation is free.

The application and information packets can be found on the city’s website at kennesaw-ga.gov/download/scarecrows-on-main-2021.

The deadline for applications is Sept. 16.

Applications may be returned to Kennesaw Communication and Engagement Manager Rebecca Graham at rgraham@kennesaw-ga.gov or by mail at 2529 J. O. Stephenson Ave., Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Kennesaw city officials will upload images of each scarecrow to their Facebook page at facebook.com/CityOfKennesaw, where the community will be invited to cast their vote for their favorite scarecrows.

The top three scarecrows will be awarded a “People’s Choice” award.

Then the scarecrow with the most votes will receive bragging rights and a $100 prize.

The second place will receive a $50 prize and the third place a $25 prize.

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