{"id":108039,"date":"2025-11-08T07:14:55","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T12:14:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/?p=108039"},"modified":"2025-11-08T07:14:55","modified_gmt":"2025-11-08T12:14:55","slug":"dont-trash-it-smash-it-pumpkin-smash-event-in-tioga-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.owegopennysaver.com\/PS\/2025\/11\/08\/dont-trash-it-smash-it-pumpkin-smash-event-in-tioga-county\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Trash It, Smash It! Pumpkin Smash Event in Tioga County"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Get ready for a fun and festive fall event! Tioga County Sustainability, Tioga County Tourism, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tioga County, and Tioga County 4-H are hosting the second annual Pumpkin Smash event on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tioga County Fairgrounds, 53 Elm St., Owego.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>What is a Pumpkin Smash?<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">A Pumpkin Smash is a unique event that aims to reduce waste by diverting pumpkins from landfills. After Halloween, bring your used jack-o&#8217;-lanterns or whole pumpkins to the Pumpkin Smash and help smash them to pieces! These smashed pumpkins can then be composted or donated to local livestock.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>What to Expect at the Event<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Get your hands dirty and have fun smashing pumpkins! Enjoy a variety of fun fall-themed games for the whole family. Or, fuel up with delicious snacks and drinks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">During the Pumpkin Smash Event, the organizers will collect non-perishable canned goods to support Tioga County Rural Ministry.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Important Information<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Please remove all candles and decorations from your pumpkins before you bring them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Bring your own bucket or container if you want to take home some smashed pumpkins for composting or whole pumpkins for livestock.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Please do not bring your own smashing implements. They will be provided along with personal protective equipment (PPE).<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The event is rain or shine.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you&#8217;d like to donate a pumpkin for someone else to smash, drop-offs will be accepted between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Nov. 8 at the Tioga County Fairgrounds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Mark your calendars and join this fun and eco-friendly event. Remember to bring a non-perishable canned good; every can makes a difference!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready for a fun and festive fall event! 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