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CONTESTS
Contests make the Harvest Fair even more fun! Read below for all the contest details.
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The number of contests at 2024's Fair has been cut back, unfortunately. Volunteers are needed to revive the contests in 2025 – please sign up here!​
HOW MANY HOPEWELLS?
Count how many times the word "HOPEWELL" can be seen in any form in the almanac.
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Plural or other forms of "HOPEWELL" count
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Capitalization is irrelevant
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Abbreviations (i.e., "Hpwl") do NOT count
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The front and back covers of the Almanac ARE included
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​Almanacs can be found at Borough Hall, the public library and local businesses, including Boro Bean, dandelion wishes, Hopewell Pharmacy, and The Peasant Grill!
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Entry blanks will be available at the info booth at the fair. Please stop by and fill one out no later than NOON at the fair. One random winner will be chosen from all correct entires to win a $50 Gift Certificate generously donated from The Peasant Grill. The winner will be announced at an award ceremony.
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If you have any questions about the contest, please email info@hopewellharvestfair.org.
DOGGIE DRESS-UP
Bring your four-legged friends and join us for a fun-filled doggie dress-up contest followed by the community pet parade! All who enter win a prize.
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Judging Categories
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Funniest Costume
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Most Creative
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Best in Show
Event Schedule (times are approximate)
11 AM – Registration / lineup at the Gazebo on the Fairgrounds
11:20 AM – Judging & Awards Ceremony
11:30 AM – Pet Parade
PHOTOGRAPHY: Hopewell Harvest Fair Photo Contest
Submit your best pictures of this year's Hopewell Harvest Fair to be featured on our social media and win gift cards to local businesses!
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Submissions due: Monday, September 30
Individuals can submit up to 3 photos.
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[Submission deadline has passed]
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Judging Age Groups:
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Kids: 12 and under
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Teens: 13-18
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Adults: 19+
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Photo Categories:
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Crowd Scenes
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Family & Friends
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Fun at the Fair
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The photos will be judged by the Hopewell Harvest Fair Committee.
We ask that you please do your best to get permission for any close-up shots of people, especially those under 18 years of age. All submitted photos may be used in future promotional materials for the Hopewell Harvest Fair.
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Questions? Email social@hopewellharvestfair.org​​
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HOPEWELL FALL BAKE-OFF
The Bake-Off contest is out foraging for tasty ingredients this year. Look for it to return in 2025 with lots of goodies!
KIDS' ART!
Kids' Art contest is out getting inspired at museums and galleries this year. Look for it to return in 2025 with aesthetic aspirations!
LEGO
The LEGO contest is out collecting sets, bricks and pieces this year. Look for it to return in 2025 with fantastic builds!
HOPEWELL GROWN
The Hopewell Grown contest is out harvesting baskets of fruit & veggies. Look for it to return in 2025 with a veritable cornucopia!
FIND FREDDY: LIVE SCAVENGER HUNT
Freddy has skipped town this year to go fishing with his friends. To make sure Freddy finds his way back from the fishing trip, and to bring back all the contests above, please help the Harvest Fair find people to run them in 2025! Rumor has it these two things are somehow connected. Click here to learn more.
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