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Light Up Ellington - Annual 2018 Holiday Lighting Contest Begins

Monday Deceber 17th is the deadline to enter the Ad Hoc Ellington Beautification Committee 2018 Holiday Lighting Contest

The Ad Hoc Ellington Beautification Committee is sponsoring the third annual Light up Ellington Holiday Lighting Contest. Entry forms must be submitted to the Ellington First Selectman’s Office by 6:00 p.m. on Monday, December 17. The official entry form can be found at http://ellington-ct.gov/Docume... Prizes will be awarded for Fan Favorite, Most Creative, Best Theme, Judges’ Choice, and Most Festive Business plus the new catagory of Best Children’s Theme. On site judging will take place the week of December 17-21. Contestent should ensure that their lights are on during this time. Fans can vote for their favorite display via the towns facebook page through Friday, December 28. The contest is open to Ellington residents only. For questions, email info@ellington-ct.gov or call (860) 870-3100.

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