Two Weeks Deadline For LITH Arbor Day Contest

Break out the crayons and markers. There are only a couple of weeks left for kids to enter the Village of Lake in the Hills' Arbor Day poster contest.  The contest is open to  Lake  in the Hills residents ages nine through eleven who can win up to $250 in Savings Bonds.

The theme for 2010 is: Trees are Terrific…and Energy Wise.

First, prize is a $250 bond; second $150 and third $100. All contestants will receive a prize. This year's conteast is sponsored by Alaniz Landscaping Group,Ryco Landscaping and Rough Cut Tree Service.

Rules and regs for the contest are at http://www.lith.org/arborday.html

The entry deadline is April 2.  Posters can be submitted to the Parks & Recreation Department at Village Hall.  The winner will be announced on April 16 and prizes will be awarded at the Village Board meeting on April 22.

In the pic: The 2009 LITH Arbor Day Poster Winner.