FARMINGTON - The 33nd annual celebration of the famous inventor of the earmuff...Farmington's own Chester Greenwood will take place on Saturday, December 5 this year with a partial listing of events as follows:
Annual Chester Greenwood Parade begins at 11 a.m. through downtown Farmington. Entries for the parade can begin lining up at the Mallet School on Middle Street by 10 a.m. Judging of floats will begin at 10:15 a.m., with cash prizes awarded in four categories: Theme, Originality, Appearance and Youth Group. Please note candy throwing will be permitted by individuals walking along the parade route only – not from the floats themselves, for safety reasons. Pre-registration required. FREE. This year’s theme is Winter Wonderland. As always, earmuffs must be incorporated into each float.
Annual Chamber of Commerce Chili Contest following the parade in the Bangor Savings Bank Building on Main Street from 12:30-1 p.m. Pre-registration required, drop off your entry between 11:30-11:45 a.m. FREE. Chester Greenwood cake will be served after the chili contest sponsored by Hannaford – Farmington.
The Chester Greenwood Flag Raising will take place at the Franklin County Courthouse after the parade at approximately 12:15.
Horse and Wagon Rides following the parade with pickup near Bangor Savings Bank in downtown Farmington.
The Farmington Historical Society will be displaying vintage Greenwood items at the Titcomb House, as well as selling holiday wreaths.
The American Legion Post #28 Auxiliary of Farmington will host its annual holiday craft fair at the Legion Building on the corner of High and Middle Streets from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with lots of other treasures and plenty of food.
3nd Annual Gingerbread House Contest! Entries may be dropped off at the Main Street entrance of Bangor Savings Bank on Saturday morning between 8:30-9 a.m. The gingerbread creations will be on display from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The creations will be reviewed by a panel of judges at 9:30 a.m. and ribbons awarded. This year’s theme is Winter Wonderland. Pre-registration required. FREE.
The Farmington Rotary Club's Annual Festival of Trees will be held at the Granary Restaurant (upstairs) all day, with a reception and auction of the trees taking place that evening.
The Polar Bear Club members annual dip into frigid Clearwater Lake (Industry) will take place at 3 p.m., and is always a crowd pleaser!
Sponsored by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, fmi contact the Chamber at 207-778-4215, email info@franklincountymaine.org
