‘Game Of Thrones’ Costume Contest At Cushing Library Set For Oct. 30

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - AUGUST 13: A close up of a Game of Thrones tour guide's costume and sword in Strangford on August 13, 2015 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. According to recent audited figures from Northern Ireland Screen, the HBO produced fantasy adventure television series Game of Thrones has contributed an estimated £110m to the Northern Ireland economy. Many local companies have profited from providing services during production creating more than 900 full-time and 5,700 part-time jobs in the process. Due to the popularity of the series various locations highlighted on screen have become tourist attractions around the province. (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images) — A close up of a Game of Thrones tour guide’s costume and sword in Strangford on August 13, 2015 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. (Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

By Texas A&M University Libraries

Come dressed as your favorite “Game of Thrones” or “A Song of Ice & Fire” character to the University Libraries costume contest at Cushing Memorial Library & Archives on Monday, Oct. 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Judging is scheduled to begin at 12:15 p.m. The three categories are “Most Creative,” “Best Crafted,” and “Group Entry.” A $50 Barnes & Noble gift card will be given to the first prize winning entry in each category and a $25 Barnes & Noble gift card will be given to the second prize winning entry in each category.

Enter or come cheer contestants and help us celebrate George R. R. Martin’s collection. Treats will be provided for all.

For more information, contact Cushing Library at 979-845-1951.

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Media contact: Patrick Zinn, pzinn@library.tamu.edu or 979-845-4265