Application for Romney Scarecrow Decorating Event

Romney Scarecrow Decorating Event

Reserve Your Pole, Tree, Bench or Post!

Call Dot at 304.822.5496 or Patty at 304.671.2369. Those are the numbers to call to reserve your pole, tree, bench or post!

There’s a limited supply-so get yours now!

Pole, Tree, Bench, Post? Yes, to hold up your entry in the

1st Romney Scarecrow Decorating Event.

Whether scary or funny, silly or ridiculous, this is your chance to express yourself and your business or organization!

Use your imagination, discarded old clothes, hats, gloves, and any other accessories you’ll need to make your scarecrow unforgettable!

Continuing the fun, and using the creativity of the community, the downtown will be decorated with scarecrows beginning Saturday, October 9th, 2010. This is a great way to usher in the beginning of the fall and winter holiday season for our downtown.

The culmination of the Scarecrow Decorating Event will be the weekend of Autumn in Romney, November 5, 6 and 7th which coincides with the GFC Woman’s Club Christmas House at Romney Elementary.

Please return your application to Romney ON TRAC at The Romney Public Library or at Romney City Hall or email RomneyWestVirginia@gmail.com to sign up and reserve your pole now! We expect this opportunity to showcase your business and talents to go fast as poles are limited. There is no charge to participate in this event.

FINE PRINT

• Creators are responsible for attaching the scarecrows to their assigned light pole on Saturday, October 9th between 9 am and 1pm. No nails or screws will be used to attach scarecrows. Romney ON TRAC will supply the zippy-ties pr bailing twine needed so not to damage the light pole paint. Romney ON TRAC volunteers will be around for assistance. Scarecrow is to be removed by creator on Monday Nov 8th or Tuesday November 9th. Any remaining scarecrows will be thrown out and nothing kept.
• Romney ON TRAC is not responsible for any losses to your scarecrow. You are expected to visit it periodically to make sure it is still in good shape and not an eyesore.
• “Sponsored by” or Business advertising is allowed (tastefully) as part of the design. This plaque can not exceed 9x4 inches.
• Scarecrow and surrounds can not impede sidewalk, parking meter, access from street to sidewalk or parking meters. Once assigned a pole or tree you might want to look at the location before deciding on your design.

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Romney Scarecrow Decorating Event 2010

Romney Scarecrow Decorating Event 2010
Our kick-off to the scarecrows!

Calling all businesses, organizations, churches, individuals, government agencies and civic groups. Usher in Fall in Romney with beautiful fall leaves, pumpkins and Scarecrows! Choose your pole, tree or bench to decorate for the 1st Scarecrow Project in Romney! Reserve the pole of your choice today by calling Patty Anderson at 304.671.2369 or Dot Calvert at 304.822.5496. You can also submit your request for the pole you want by emailing RomneyWestVirginia@gmail.com. You will be notified immediately if the pole, tree, bench or post you requested is available. Please include a 2nd choice just in case.

Saturday, October 9th, is the date to “dress up” the town with your scarecrows! Fun for everyone and using the creativity of the community, the downtown will be decorated for fall with scarecrows. This is a great way to welcome one of our most splendid local seasons.

The project will culminate on November 5th, 6th and 7th with Autumn in Romney and the GFWC Woman’s Club Christmas House at Romney Elementary. Scarecrows will be left up until Monday November 8th.

Whether scary or funny, silly or ridiculous, this is your chance to express yourself and your business or organization! Continuing the fun, and using the creativity of the community, the downtown will be decorated with scarecrows beginning October 9th. This is a great way to usher in the beginning of the fall and winter holiday season for our downtown. There is NO CHARGE to participate in this event.

The rules are simple for our kick-off to the scarecrows! Creators are responsible for attaching the scarecrows to their assigned light poles on Saturday, October 9th between 9am and 1pm. Romney ON TRAC will provide the zippy ties or bailing twine needed to attached your scarecrow to your designated pole. tree or bench. No nails or screws may be used to attach scarecrows. Creators are to meet at the Old Romney Rexall Building next to the old Court House that morning. Refreshments will be available courtesy of Romney ON TRAC.
Reserve your pole, tree, bench or post today! If you or your business or organization wish to participate, please contact Romney ON TRAC right away.

A complete list of scarecrows and the sponsoring entities will be available on our website www.RomneyONTRAC.com. Rules and other pertinient information will be available through our blog www.RomneyWV.blogspot.com.

31st Hampshire Heritage Fest Sept. 10-12

Hampshire Heritage Fest 2010

September 11th and 12th is the big Heritage weekend this year in Hampshire County, Wild and Wonderful, West Virginia’s first county. Since Romney changed hands 56 times during the War Between the States this year we are featuring Civil War battles with re-enactors, on foot and horseback and shooting cannons. Enjoy living history portrayals of various periods in history all weekend and a Civil War Square Dance on Friday night at the Fire Hall. Step back in time and visit the encampments and re-enactors.

The Potomac Eagle Scenic Train Excursion is running both days of Heritage Weekend. Saturday the train will depart at 11:30am for its breathtaking ride through "The Trough" of the South Branch of the Potomac. Hear the history of the valley on this marvelous 3 hour ride. Nesting pairs of bald eagles live in "The Trough" and have been sighted on 99% of the train rides! There are rumors that the Potomac Eagle will be raided by soldiers on horseback searching the train for Northern spies on Sunday afternoon. This is a special trainride on Sunday and it will depart Wapacoma Station at 1pm.

WV Wine tasting on Saturday and Sunday at Anderson's Corner with a limited edition special commemorative wine glass. Cost is $4 and you can keep the glass! Anderson's offers wine from 6 West Virginia wineries. Live music at the Wine Tasting on Saturday with Bob and Karyn Garel.

New this year is Championship Lumberjack competition on Saturday Sept. 11th. For those looking for fine crafts, we have regional crafters and demonstrations all weekend long.

Another great event on Sunday is the Antique and Vintage Car Show sponsored by the Mountain Cruisers.

Let’s not forget our simple pleasures------Food and music. Food vendors featuring funnel cakes, fried oreo's, steak subs, sausages, cotton candy, hamburgers/hot dogs and homemade lemonade. Entertainment ranging from bluegrass to Patsy Cline to Gospel and don’t forget our concert on Saturday night from 8-12 featuring 8Livespent.

Schedule of Events for 31st Annual Hampshire Heritage Fest

Friday September 10:

6:00 PM Dinner RFD for Civil War re-enactors sponsored by Town of Romney

7:00 PM Square Dance Romney Fire Hall (Carl Heagy Band)

Saturday September 11:

8:00 - 1:00 Buckwheat - Pancake Breakfast (all you can eat) Romney Fire Hall

9:00 - 5:00 Artisans & Crafters Demonstrations & Sales

10:00 - 3:00 PM Wheel of Time Exhibit at South Branch Guns

11:00 - 4:00 PM Anderson's Corner WV Wine Tasting with Commemorative Glass

11:00 AM Sept. 11th Memorial Event Sponsored by Romney Fire Co.

1:00 PM Lumberjack Championships WV State School grounds Admission $3

1:00 PM Civil War Reenactment, Ft. Mill Ridge (Best preserved Civil War Trenches in the USA)

5:00 PM Parade

8:00 - 12:00 PM 8 Lives Spent Hard Rock at the Fire Hall

Saturday entertainment at the Fire Company Stage

10:00 AM Maria Rose

12:00 PM Pam Uhl

1:00 PM Dean Burkett (Magician)

2:00 - 4:00 PM The NightOwls - Classic Rock, Blues and Country

Sunday September 12:

9:00 - 4:00 Artisans & Crafters Demonstrations & Sales

11:00 AM Church Services at Romney Presbyterian Church. Tea on church lawn following services. This church was used by the North as a stable and South as a hospital.

11:00 - 2:00 PM Sunday Dinner at Romney Fire Hall

1:00 Civil War Reenactment at Sitar Farm along Rt 50 (Will raid Potomac Eagle)

1:00 - 4:00 PM Anderson's Corner WV Wine Tasting with Commemorative Glass

1:00 PM Antique and Vintage Car Show sponsored by Mountain Cruisers

Sunday entertainment at the Fire Company Stage

2:00 PM Lonesome Highway

4:00 PM Colby Nichols Band

6:00 PM Romney Ministerial Association will hold Church Service at the Romney Fire Hall. Frank McGhee will be singing. All are welcome.