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Voting Opens for ABB Scarecrow Contest

Voting is open for the Associated Businesses of Bridgeport Scarecrow Display. Created by city businesses, the whimsical characters are lining the Main Street corridor, welcoming motorists and foot travelers alike.
 
 A gallery featuring all scarecrows is below. Votes can be cast at the poll located to the right of this and every Connect-Bridgeport page.
 
The scarecrow receiving the most votes will be awarded the ABB's traveling plaque which can be displayed at the business until next year's contest. Taking the honor in 2020 was Hearing Solution Services’ rendition of SpongeBob.
 
Heading up this year's Scarecrow Display - the 11th annual - is Hilary Gonzalez, Real Estate & Closing Manager for Kaufman Realty & Auctions WV. It is her third year to chair the popular fall activity. 
 
"This has been a great experience for me to see the excitement of the participants. I think this event is just all-around fun for not only the Associated Businesses of Bridgeport, but the community as well," she said. "It also gives the small businesses a fun and creative way to advertise."
 
Voting starts today, Tuesday, Oct. 12 and run through Oct. 29. To vote, you must be a registered user with Connect-Bridgeport. To create an account, simply choose the "Sign Up" tab on the top of the page. Each registered user may cast just one vote. 
 
The winning scarecrow will be announced Sunday, Oct. 31 on Connect-Bridgeport and the plaque will be awarded at a later date.
 
In addition to this people’s choice award, a winner will be chosen by a panel of judges comprised of non-partial ABB members.
 
With the exception of the two winning scarecrows, displays must be removed by Tuesday, Nov. 2. The winning scarecrow will remain on display through Friday, Nov. 5.
 
A list of participating businesses and the light post number for their assigned scarecrow displays is as follows. 
 

16 Bridgeport Parks & Rec

 

18 Bridgeport CVB/Connect-Bridgeport

 

19 Venture Real Estate

 

20 Dairy Queen

 

21 United Security Agency

 

22 Kaufman Realty & Auctions

 

23 City of Bridgeport

 

24 My Little Cupcake

 

25 Expressions Hair Design

 

28 Bridgeport Physical Therapy

 

31 WIC

 

31B Cava & Banko

 

32 About You Monograms

 

33 Hearing Solutions

 

34 GAL Land Company

 

42 Riggs Garage & Towing

 

43 Ford Funeral Home

 

44 NFM Lending

 

45 Steptoe & Johnson

 

46 Fairmont Federal Credit Union

 

47 Old Colony

 

48 ATA Martial Arts

 

50 KRB Kaufman Properties

 

52 Della’s Deli

 

56 WV Junior College

 

61 J Robey Law

 
 
The Associated Businesses of Bridgeport is an active organization which focuses on connecting Bridgeport businesses and building a strong business community. Any Bridgeport business not already a member of the ABB can secure membership by paying $95 annual dues and filling out paperwork. Contact Gonzalez at hilary@kaufmanrealty.com or 304-677-1970.
 
 

by Julie Perine on October 12, 2021 EST


StoryWalk to be Unveiled Saturday at Bridgeport City Park

After much support from the community, StoryWalk will be unveiled at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9 at Bridgeport City Park. City officials, sponsors and others will gather for the occasion.
 
“We’re hoping for a good turnout, good weather and lots of families,” said project coordinator Melanie Groves. “I want to see kids walking and having a good time.”
 
The first featured story – “Outside the Window” by local author Anna Smucker – will be located along the walk trail around City Park.
 
“The pages of a children’s storybook have been individually printed, made weather resistant and placed on signs along a walking path, allowing walkers to enjoy a story as they stroll along the path,” Groves said.
 
The StoryWalk is wheelchair accessible, and pages can be read audibly through the use of QR codes.
 
“Cori McDaniel, children’s librarian at Bridgeport Public Library recorded herself reading the book. By scanning the QR codes, StoryWalk participants can hear her voice reading each page,” Groves said.
 
Groves and other organizers were thrilled by community businesses, families and others who stepped up to financially sponsor the project.
Those who would like to help sponsor future books can contact Groves by email Melanie.E.groves@gmail.com.
 
Fifty dollars will secure your business logo or family’s name on a sign as a supporter. The next two books to be featured are “The Pugkin Patch” by Ashley Mossallati and “Piper the Elf” by Colleen Driscoll. Both authors are local. Groves said they hope to feature the works of other area writers.

by Julie Perine on October 08, 2021 EST


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What is Your Favorite ABB Scarecrow?

Bridgeport Parks & Recreation
Bridgeport CVB/Connect-Bridgeport
Venture Real Estate
Dairy Queen
United Security Agency
City of Bridgeport
My Little Cupcake
Expressions Hair Designs
Bridgeport Physical Therapy
WIC Nutrition Program
Cava & Banko
About You Monograms
Hearing Solutions Services
GAL Land Company
Riggs Garage & Towing
Ford Funeral Home
NFM Lending
Steptoe & Johnson
Fairmont Federal Credit Union
Old Colony Realty
ATA Martial Arts
KRB Kaufman Properties
Della's Deli
WV Junior College
J. Robey Law
Kaufman Realty & Auctions



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