Have you ever wondered where scarecrows go at the end of the growing season? Legends tell us that scarecrows begin to "gather" in October at a secret location to discuss the following growing season before being blow away by November's chilly winds.

This year the scarecrows have selected The Kennebunks for their secret gathering spot. Come "meet" the scarecrows as they gather outside of local businesses throughout Kennebunk and Kennebunkport this week (October 11-17th). Each one is unique and has been named.

If you would like to get involved in the gathering, you can collect the names of all of the scarecrows for a chance to win prizes. Entry forms are available at participating businesses (including Scalawags). Record the names of all of the scarecrows on the back of the entry form and drop it off by Friday, October 16th at Colonial Pharmacy in Kennebunkport or at the Garden Street Market in Kennebunk.

On Saturday, October 17th at 3pm, the scarecrows will parade to the Village Green from Dock Square, Kennebunkport as they depart for the season. Once there, parade goers are invited to stay for food, live entertainment, prizes and more.

Drop by Scalawags this week to see our scarecrow friend. We will be open daily 10-5pm.

FMI...call The Kennebunk-Kennebunkport Chamber of Commerce at 207.967.0857.