This year, the Ticklebones are here all month long, not just 24 hours.

For participating City of Minden businesses:

  *   Reserve your Ticklebones: $50 for one or $120 for the pair, by emailing mainstreet@mindenusa.com!

  *   Deadline is September 15 to sign up. Pick up skeletons from city hall between Sept 25-30.

  *   Decorate how you dare! Bring your creativity to life and attract more visitors.

  *   A judging panel will select the top 10 decorated or themed locations.

  *   The community will then vote, starting on October 10, every $1 spent equals 1 vote.

  *   Winner will receive bragging rights and a gift basket full of gift cards to local businesses.

  *   All proceeds of fundraiser will go toward purchasing new hanging baskets for the Main Street District.

For the Community:

  *   Grab a punch card and map of all participating locations.

  *   Stop by each spot to snap a selfie with the Ticklebones for extra cackles! Use #skeletourminden & #mindenmainstreet for extra chances.

  *   Make a purchase to earn a punch on your card.

  *   Complete your card and drop it into the cauldron at City Hall for a chance to win a gift basket full of gift cards to local businesses.

  *   The community will then have a chance to place votes from the final 10, starting on October 10th, every $1 spent equals 1 vote! Remember, this is a fundraiser! Voting links will be provided during the voting period.

Both winners announced November 3.

Join the fun, support local, and make this Halloween one to remember.