Strawberry Festival holding Children’s Photogenic Contest

News Release

March 28, 2019

The West Virginia Strawberry Festival is now accepting applications for this year’s Children’s Photogenic Contest. Enter your child today by filling out the application linked below.

This contest is being held as a festival event and will be judged by local photographers.

To enter, send one non-returnable picture (no 8×10) with a $10 entry fee (per child).

One winner will be selected from each age group and will be posted at the opening of Strawberry Headquarters (15 West Main St.) on May 12. Winners will receive an award and will be invited to participate in the Junior Royalty Parade (must provide own car).

http://www.wvstrawberryfestival.com/images/Files/Photogenic-Contest-WVSF.pdf

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