Turkey Leg Eating Contest at King Richard's Faire

DATELINE: PROVIDENCE, RI; BOSTON AND CARVER, MA... Does the thought of a
spit roasted turkey leg make your mouth water? This savory treat has long
been a staple of the menu at King Richard's Faire, but this year, for the
first time, ten lucky contestants will be chosen to eat their hearts out in
a Turkey Leg Eating Contest on Saturday, September 17 (rain date Sunday,
September 18).

While visions of turkey legs dance in their heads, potential contestants are
asked to jot down their thoughts about why they should be chosen to compete
in the King Richard's Faire Turkey Leg Eating Contest and email their entry
to: SDubin@PRWorkZone.com. Contestants must be age 18 or over, and entries
(not to exceed 150 words) received by noon on Saturday September 10 will be
judged on the basis of originality to determine the ten contest
participants.

Whoever can eat the most turkey legs in ten minutes will win four passes to
King Richard's Faire, and will be invited to accompany the King and his
royal court onto the Dais for the 5pm joust.

Don't forget, in the 16th century forks were not yet in use and eating was a
messy business. As Erasmus cautioned in his Treatise on Manners published in
1530: "Be careful not to be the first to put your hands in the dish. What
you cannot hold in your hands you must put on your plate. Also it is a great
breach of etiquette when your fingers are dirty and greasy, to bring them to
your mouth in order to lick them, or to clean them on your jacket. It would
be more decent to use the tablecloth."

For detailed Turkey Leg Eating Contest Rules, or for more information about
the Faire, please visit www.kingrichardsfaire.net.

More Fun Faire Events
King Richard's Faire revelers are encouraged to participate in several other
side-stitching special events, including:
· Cleavage Contest - Saturday, September 10, (Rain Date - Sunday, September
11)
· Tattoo Contest - Saturday, September 24, (Rain Date - Sunday, September
25)
· Princess and Prince Contest - Saturday, October 1, (Rain Date - Sunday
October 2)
· Men In Tights Contest - Sunday, October 8 (No Rain Date)

A vivid recreation of a 16th century marketplace at festival time, the 24th
season of the King Richard's Faire begins September 3 and runs through
October 23, boasting new talent, unique performances and plenty of drama for
the whole family. From sword fighters and gypsy dancers to knights jousting
on horseback, King Richard's Faire promises entertainment galore. Need
something to do between shows? How about perusing Artisan wares at more than
50 specialty
Booths offering children's costumes, crystal art, wood carvings, stained
glass, medieval swords, jewelry and many other unique and items. Hungry?
Munch on a giant turkey leg, work through a rack o' ribs, enjoy tasty New
England clam chowder or the Queen's Strawberry Shortcake and more at the
Royal Food Court.

Doors open at 10:30 AM and close at 6 PM, including Labor Day and Columbus
Day Mondays.

For the schedule of special events, contest rules, or to obtain Internet
coupons for a $1 discount on adult admission as well as special coupons for
$3 off adult admission during Labor Day weekend, visit the King Richard's
Faire website at www.kingrichardsfaire.net.

A Renaissance Faire to Remember
As New England's most popular fall event, King Richard's Faire draws over
one hundred thousand revelers every year by offering something for the whole
family to enjoy. From performances by actors, dancers, puppeteers, jugglers,
minstrels, mimes, magicians and musicians to the unique hand-made wares
crafted by artisans on the premises, audiences have been delightfully
entertained for over twenty-four years.

Spanning 80 wooded acres in Carver, Mass., this recreation of a 16th century
marketplace at festival time showcases entertainment by royalty and beggars,
highwaymen and guards, knights and wenches, swordsmen and soothsayers
throughout each day.

Patrons are challenged by the Royal Games such as archery, the test of
strength, the axe throw and many more! Watch knights jousting on horseback,
beggars eating mud, as well as the Royal Zoo, which houses rare leopards,
lions and tigers. Eat and drink like a king while the Royal Chef satisfies
many palates with his authentic "Renaissance" delectables and brews.

King Richard's Faire is located on Route 58 in Carver, Mass. For more
information visit the website at www.kingrichardsfaire.net.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Steven Dubin, PR Works, (781) 582-1061, SDubin@PRWorkzone.com