The Catskill Chronicle

WURTSBORO, NY (February 13, 2012) – This past not-too-chilly Saturday, Wurtsboro, NY celebrated Winterfest 2012.

And the weather was perfect for the hundreds of people who came to visit this southern Sullivan County town.

The day featured a Treasure Hunt, Chili Contest, Art Exhibit, Ice Carving Contest and more.

Up and down Sullivan Street, merchants hid (some very creatively) a button that said “I Heart Wurtsboro, NY.” As children found the button, they received a stamp on their Treasure Map, which, when filled, was turned in for a chance at four $25.00 gift certificates at any participating business. Many business also gave out lollipops or some other form of candy to the delighted little ones.

While the great hunt was taking place, there was also an Ice Carving Contest exhibiting exceptional talent, creative ingenuity and fantastic design skills.

The Bryan Stanton Memorial Chili Cook-off took place in the Wurtsboro Firehouse where hundreds of people gathered to sample chili which ranged from mild to “Fire Alarm.”

There were face paintings and psychic readings, a live Bird of Prey show, and more, all wrapped up with an evening concert by Broadway Concerts Direct.

Below are some photos from the event.

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