The annual SUB Pumpkin Carving Contest will be held Friday, Oct. 31 in the Plaza Level of the SUB Atrium The event is open to all students, faculty and staff. Participants may show up anytime from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. to carve their individual pumpkins. Prizes will be awarded for craftsmanship, creativity and originality. Winners will be announced beginning at 2 p.m. Prizes will be awarded in both individual and group categories for first, second and third place in both categories.
In past years, more than 50 pumpkins have been carved and entered. The annual event is a sure way to kick off the holiday season. Pumpkins, carving tools and refreshments will be provided. Participants should bring their creativity, carving skills and friends.
To join in on in on all the fun by showing off your pumpkin carving skills, participants (early group/individual) may signup at the event, or pre-register at: 2008 Pumpkin Carving Contest to guarantee your spot or stop by to see who will be this year’s winners.
For more information e-mail: sub@unm.edu.
Media Contact: Steve Carr, (505) 277-1821; e-mail: scarr@unm.edu