Warning To Crows: Scarecrows On Parade Set To Return In Manhattan

MANHATTAN, IL — A scarcity of crows may be on the horizon in Manhattan. That's because the Village's Scarecrows on Parade is set to return in October.

All Manhattan residents, organizations and businesses are invited to use their creativity, old clothing and art supplies to transform straw, wood and burlap into a whole host of characters that will be displayed on U.S. Route 52 between Oct. 17 and Oct 31.

As if building and displaying the best scarecrows in town isn't reward enough in itself, the Village will be awarding Visa gift card prizes for the ones voted best overall.

The 1st Place winner will receive a $250 gift card, and 2nd Place will get a $150 gift card, according to information on the Village's website.

Scarecrow frames are provided at no cost by the Village and can be picked up at Village Hall, 260 Market Place.

Registration is required to participate. Those interested can register now through Oct. 14.

Those interested in participating should stop by Village Hall or call (815) 418-2100.