Registration Starts Soon for Holiday House Decorating Contest

Registration for the third annual Scotch Plains-Fanwood Holiday House Decorating Contest begins next week.

The event, sponsored by the Scotch Plains Junior Women's Club, welcomes decorators of all types to take part in the competition.

"Whether you’re a traditional 'Martha Stewart,' where every bulb and decoration is just so, or a 'Clark Griswold,' where it’s the more lights and decorations the merrier, here’s your chance to shine and be involved in some friendly, fun-filled competition while helping the needs of our community and  programs offering those services," the women's club writes.

Winners will be awarded lawn signs proclaiming their victory in two categories: "Traditional" and "Clark Griswold."

Registration begins next Friday, Nov. 27, and ends on Saturday, Dec. 12. There is a $10 entry fee and proceeds will support local charities as determined by The Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s Club. TV-34 will once again film every contestant’s house and the awards ceremony. 

Registration forms may be found on the club’s Web site, www.spjwc.com, or picked up at either the Scotch Plains or Fanwood libraries beginning on November 28. Mail your completed registration form and a $10 check (payable to the Scotch Plains Junior Woman’s Club) to:  SPJWC, P.O. Box 284, Scotch Plains, NJ  07076.

Houses will be judged on Dec. 14 and 15. Those participating should have their lights on by 7 p.m. Winners will be notified by phone on Dec. 15 and the awards ceremony will be on Dec. 16.  If you have any questions,  call (908) 451-1977 or e-mail scotchplainsjrwomen@comcast.net. 

Last years’ winners are able to participate, but are not eligible to win.