Hunt For Rosie Reindeer Returns To Madison

MADISON, NJ - Hunters from novice level to the most skilled have a chance to test their tracking skills for one month this holiday season as they try to follow the trail of Rosie and Rose City Reindeer in Madison.

Beginning Saturday, Nov. 30, more than 50 Chamber-member businesses will participate in this creative and fun activity to help highlight the holidays and all that is wonderful about shopping in Madison this season.

This is a free event, open to the public and for children only. For a list of participating business please visit the Chamber website at MadisonNJChamber.org.

"The Find Rosie the Rose City Reindeer program was designed to bring customers into our downtown business district while promoting our “Shop Local” message," said Chamber executive director Karen Giambra. "The program reinforces our shared sense of community and it's a fun way to bring everyone together during the holiday season. It has been tremendously successful."

How does it work?

Pick up a participation card at Tons of Toys, 64 Main St., the Madison Pharmacy, 66 Main St. or at any one of the participating businesses.

When you spot Rosie at any one of the businesses, collect a store stamp or signature on the card.

When at least 15 different store stamps/signatures are collected, bring the game card to Tons of Toys or Madison Pharmacy where a special prize can be collected. Prizes are being donated by Tons of Toys.

When at least 25 store stamps/signatures are collected, bring the game card to Tons of Toys or The Madison Pharmacy where you will be entered into a drawing.The Grand Prize Winner will receive a $100 Madison Chamber Gift Check and 2nd and 3rd place winners will each receive a $50 Madison Chamber Gift Check.

Watch the live feed of the Grand Prize drawing on the ILoveMadisonNJ Facebook page on Monday, Dec. 16 at 4 p.m.

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