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POINT PLEASANT BEACH – The Point Arts Committee hosted its very first Sandcastle Contest at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk beach on Sunday, Sept. 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Families and friends took to the sand to create sand art of mermaids and Egyptian-themed pyramids.
“It’s a way to show arts not just in paintings and sculptures, but also through sand,” said Arlene Testa, Point Pleasant Beach councilwoman and liaison to the Point Beach Arts Committee.
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National master sand sculptor John Gowdy and his wife, Laura were alongside the contest participants creating a larger version of the Point Arts logo.
Due to heavy thunderstorms and nearby lightning, lifeguards advised everyone to exit the beach around 10:50 a.m.
Winners were then announced and awarded $500 to be used for any boardwalk activities and amenities, gift cards from the chamber of commerce and a ticket for a free sweet treat.
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Mr. Gowdy and his wife will return to Jenkinson’s beach and boardwalk on Sunday, Sept. 17 to finish their sculpture. Spectators are invited to come and watch.
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