OSWEGO, NY (March 6)—Since kicking off the Winter Windfall raffle just a few short weeks ago, Oswego Harbor Festivals, Inc. has had a heavy snowfall of applications, and tickets are selling quickly.  With recent snowfalls keeping everyone outside in constant snow removal mode eager participants are hoping to win some money to help lift the winter blues and maybe even visit a Caribbean Isle.

            The raffle comprised of seven categories offers the top Avalanche winner a prize of up to $20,000.  A second prizewinner at the Blizzard level could win up to $5,000, and 5 other lucky winners have a chance at $1,000 at the Snowfall level.  All prizes are based on the sale of all 2,000 tickets, less than that will result in 60% of ticket sales being awarded to winners.  Ticket holders are eligible for all prize levels. 

            The drawing will take place on April 19, 2008 at 5:00pm at Light House Lanes.  In keeping with Harborfest’s cultural component of the Caribbean this year, the drawing celebration will have an island vibe of color, fun, and sun, all much-needed components after a long Lake Ontario winter.  Each ticket holder is entitled to bring a guest, both whom must be at least 18.  Warm up begins at 4:00pm and will feature light refreshments, entertainment, and door prizes.  Those wearing a Caribbean style shirt will be entered into a special drawing. 

            All applicants must also be at least 18 to purchase a ticket; winners need not be present to win and assume personal tax reporting responsibilities on their winnings.

            Only a festival as happening as Harborfest can present a day of avalanches and palm trees all in the same location and still be the coolest act in town.  To participate in the fun and game of chance, ticket applications can be obtained by contacting the Harborfest offices at 343-3733, visiting any Jackson Hewitt Tax Service in Oswego County or Light House Lanes, or by downloading an application at www.oswegoharborfest.com.