10th Annual Western Maryland Jaycees’ Most Beautiful Baby & Prettiest Pet Contest

at the Allegany County Fair and Ag Expo

Who are the most beautiful babies in Allegany County? Whose pet is the prettiest? The Western Maryland Jaycees will let the public decide with the tenth annual Beautiful Baby and Prettiest Pet Contest at the Allegany County Fair July 16th through the 21st.

Photos of baby boys and girls from birth to 36 months will be displayed at the Jaycees’ booth under the grandstand at the Allegany County Fair from July 16th through the 21rd and fair-goers can cast their votes for their favorite photos.

Votes are just one penny and the baby boy, baby girl and dog or cat which receives the highest number of votes will be named the winners and receive a package of prizes from area businesses.

To enter a photo in the contest simply bring a photo print to the Jaycees booth under the grandstand at the Fair, or submit a digital photo through the website at www.wmdjaycees.org. Entry fee is just $5 per photo.

The contests have proven to be a popular attraction at the fair with over 100 entries expected this year.

To enter the photo contest visit fill in the form below, e-mail beautifulbaby@wmdjaycees.org or send a photo and $5 registration fee to: Western Maryland Jaycees, P.O. Box 1333, Cumberland, MD 21501-1333. Please mark the photo with the baby and parents’ names as well as the contact address and phone number. Photos should only feature one child or pet and should be no larger than 4” by 6”. Submissions will not be accepted without the registration fee.

The Western Maryland Jaycees is a volunteer organization of active citizens ages 21-40 years-old, dedicated to Western Maryland. Jaycees members gain leadership experience and improve professional skills through community projects, individual training, and international connections. All proceeds from the Beautiful Baby and Prettiest Pet Contest will be used to fund their many community projects.

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Terms and conditions:
The Western MD Jaycees assumes no responsibility for any accident or injuries, or damage to real or personal property. In consideration with the Allegany County Fair and Ag Expo allowing us to participate in the fair, we agree to assume any and all liability and to hold harmless the Allegany County Fair and Ag Expo against any liability which may arise during our participation with the Beautiful Baby Contest.

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