Emmitsburg Holds First Annual Holiday Decorating Competition for the Holidays

The Town of Emmitsburg held its first annual home decorating competition for the holidays. In December 2017, individuals were judged on how they decorated their front door; next year, the town hopes to judge on the overall house. Six people entered the contest. There were two prize categorizes: best overall and most creative.

Frank Schmersal (left) on East Main Street won most creative. Best overall went to Lee and Tonya Hanvey (right) on Robindale Drive.

Both winners received $75.00. Winners were determined by votes in the town office and on the town’s Facebook page and were announced December 29, 2017.

The Town of Emmitsburg hopes more people will participate in the home decorating competition in December 2018, and that this event will become a special tradition for the Emmitsburg community.