The fragrance of gingerbread will soon be coming from the Dimmick Memorial Library, 54 Broadway, Jim Thorpe, as the library sponsors a gingerbread house contest as part of the town's Olde Time Christmas Festival. There is no entry fee and anyone can enter.

Categories are: adult (13 and up), child (12 and under), and group. Three prizes will be awarded in each category. First prize in each category will receive $25 with two runners-up each receiving $10.Every part of the gingerbread house (except the platform) should be edible, and major components must be made of gingerbread. Entries should be no larger than 12 inches by 18 inches.Deadline for entries is Dec. 4. Entries must be delivered to the library between Dec. 1 and Dec. 4. Judging will be held at the library at 5 p.m. Dec. 4. Include your name, address, phone number and category with your entry.All entries will be on display at the library until Dec. 15.For more information call the library at 570-325-2131.