American Legion To Host 'Piggin' Around The Square'



American Legion Post #279 will be presenting a big Backyard BBQ Cook-Off (chicken and ribs) at the Cannon County Courthouse Square on Saturday, October 8, 2011.

In addition to the BBQ Cook-Off, there will be entertainment in the form of bluegrass country music, craft booths offering a wide variety of items and fun games and activities for children and adults.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Set-up for cookers and vendors will be Friday, Oct. 7. Water and electrical will be supplied.

Prize money to be awarded.

Money made from the event will go toward scholarships for childre of Veteran's, widows/widowers of Veteran's, and to help Veteran's in need.

For more information, please email Jennifer Duggin at bluangels28@yahoo.com.