Pumpkin carving contest Oct. 25

FALLBROOK — On Sunday, October 25, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Village Square at the corner of Main and Alvarado, the Fallbrook Farmers Market will hold a pumpkin carving contest.

Three categories will be offered: children (ages 8-12), teens (13-17) and families. Space is limited in each category.

Participants will be given specific times to carve their pumpkins. A winner will be chosen in each category and awarded a prize.

Registration must be done in advance and will be offered this Saturday, October 18, at the Farmers Market. Participants must provide name, e-mail address, city and zip code. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Pumpkins will be provided by Major Market and the Farmers Market will furnish carving tools.

For more information on the contest and market, contact Jeannie Hathaway at (760) 723-8384.