SPENCER, Va. (rbs news now) — The 2nd Annual Kiss the Piggy Competition fundraiser by the Spencer-Penn Centre is now live.

Participants are competing for the chance to plant a smooch on a local pig.

Every dollar donated counts as a vote, with proceeds benefiting community programs and facility improvements at the centre.

This year’s competitors include:

• Chris Lawless – Lawless Welding & Fabrications, Inc.
• Tim Compton – Henry County Sheriff’s Office
• Delegate Eric Phillips
• Michael Minter – Bassett High School Principal

The winner will pucker up with the pig during the centre’s 14th Annual Pig Cookin’ on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 475 Spencer-Penn Road.

The festival, which promises a day packed with activities, including:

• Live music
• Children’s games at the “Barnival”
• Vendor booths
• Silent auction
• Car show
• Delicious pork and chicken BBQ

Admission is free, with food sales starting at 10:30 a.m. and operating on a cash-only basis.

Vendor and cooker registrations are now open.

To vote for your favorite competitor, visit the fundraiser page here.

To inquire about vendor or cooker registration, contact the centre at 276-957-5757 or via email at spcevents04@gmail.com.

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