Scarecrows crop up for contest in Wareham, Onset

Oct 22, 2018

Spooky and silly faces are cropping up all over Main Street and Onset Village this October as the 5th annual Scarecrow Contest picks up speed.

Hosted by the Onset Bay Association and Wareham Village Association, the contest features a variety scarecrows designed by local businesses, clubs, families and individuals. One scarecrow put together by members of the John W. Decas Elementary School even features free books for kids to take and enjoy.

The costumed figures will be on display until Nov. 1. Community members will judge the scarecrows on Oct. 29 and prizes will be awarded in several categories.