Article updated: 10/3/2012 1:13 PM

St. Charles Scarecrow Fest a family favorite

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Spencer McCall, 4, of Campton Hills has a great seat while viewing entries in the whimsical category at the St. Charles Scarecrow Fest in Lincoln Park last year.

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A scarecrow is made to walk the plank in the "Spirits of the Caribbean" mechanical entry at last year's St. Charles Scarecrow Fest in Lincoln Park.

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The St. Charles Scarecrow Fest attracts thousands of visitors to the city.

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A petting zoo is a big hit with young visitors to the St. Charles Scarecrow Fest.

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The Smurfs make an appearance in the children's category in last year's St. Charles Scarecrow Fest.

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It's become a tradition for many families and friends. They travel from near and far for the annual St. Charles Scarecrow Fest each year. This year's fest runs from Friday through Sunday, Oct. 5-7, in downtown St. Charles. "It's fun if it's cold, it's fun if it's warm. We just have a great time seeing the great decorations, eating and having fun together," said Nancy Brooks of Elmwood Park. "We always make a scarecrow, too. We've got to. It's just so much fun."

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