For Long Island restaurant owners who want to add a little flair to their business but can’t afford any extras in this tough economy, a local contest may provide some help.
Painted Pieces Art & Design Studio in Huntington Station is offering to gussy up an inside or outside wall or window of the business who wins its essay contest.
The top prize is limited to $5,000. It requires contestants to write an essay of 500 words or fewer on why their retaurant needs a makeover. Runners up get a free consultation from Painted Pieces.
To enter the “Revive Your Business” contest, email your essay to info@hjmt.com or snail mail it to Revive Your Business Contest c/o HJMT Communications, 1025 Old Country Rd., Suite 302, Westbury, 11590. You must include a photo of your restaurant.
The deadline is Sept. 15. Winners will be notified within two weeks of the contest deadline. For more information call 516-997-1950.
--Carrie Mason-Draffen