The Carroll Arts Center was abuzz with activity during its recent Festival of Wreaths. An estimated 2,500 people visited the event which featured 203 uniquely themed wreaths.
The wreaths were created by individuals, businesses and clubs and were offered to the public in a week-long silent auction which raised $20,200 for the Arts Council.
The public voted on their favorites and the winners are as follows:
Grand Prize: “Puff the Magic Dragonfly” by Nick Vincent of Nathan’s Forge
President’s Choice Award: “Count your Blessings” by the McHugh Family
Director’s Choice Award: “Sprigs of Holly” by Jayma Martin Kessing
Staff Favorite Award: “Hands of Hope” By Service Coordination and Ain’t That a Frame
Sponsors Choice Award (Carroll County Times): “Whirled Peace” by Carroll Springs School
Sponsor’s Choice Award (PNC Bank): “Pottery Ring Jug” by Ken Hankins of Shiloh Pottery
Nature Nut Award: “Simply Succulent” by Brianna Griffin
Reason for the Season Award: “He’s Got the Whole World in his Hands” by Lynn Lindsay for Westminster Church of the Brethren
Year-Round Favorite: “Monarch Migration” By Terry Whye of Whye Clay Works
Best Use of Recycled Materials: “Curiously Strong Eye Candy” By Cynthia Fisher
Gentlemen’s Choice Award: “Joy for John Deere” By Rich Eckard
Most Unique: “Blowin’ in the Wind” by Roger Miller
Spirit of Generosity Award: “Christmas Carroll” by Carroll County Chamber of Commerce
Spirit of Generosity Award: “Gifts Galore” by the Gaddis Family
Ladies Love it Award: “White Christmas” by Emily Lolli
Best Business Representation: “Jingle Bell Rock” by Simply Stone
Charity Challenge Audience Favorite Award: “Razz-ma-tazz” by Paula Mettala for The Boys & Girls Club
Charity Challenge Raised the most Money: “Santa Paws” by Jennifer Jaco for Reach out and Rescue
Favorite Traditional: “Red, White & Ravishing” by The Women’s Club of Westminster
Fruitcake Award: “Not a Creature was Stirring” By Carroll County Office of Recycling
Tiny Tim Award: “Empowering Girls” by Girl Scout Troop #2226
Sports Fan Award: “Fantasy Football” by Nancy Schmitt
Sew Nice Award: “The Little Brown Bird” by Marilyn Russell
Patriotic Award: “Thanks to those who Serve” by Shiloh Stepping Stones
Artistic Excellence Award: “Eggcellent Wreath” by Laura Finch
Artistic Excellence Award: “Wreath You Can Wear” by Nolly Gelsinger
Artistic Excellence Award: “Leaf it to Me” by Frank Baylor
Artistic Excellence Award: “Java Jive” by Birdie’s Café
Artistic Excellence Award: “Comic book Christmas” by CC Public Library
Outstanding Group Effort: “Art for Christmas” by The Carroll County Artists Guild
