Think You're a Good Speller? Test Out Your Skills in Larchmont

Are you the kind of person who rarely uses spellcheck when composing documents in MS Word?  Do you pride yourself on being able to spell words like "infinitesimal," "lachrymose" or "abscission" without having to consult a dictionary?

The portrayal of spelling bees have shown up in movies like Akeelah and the Bee and countless children's books chronicling a competition that is as American as apple pie. Now, the competition comes to Larchmont.

On Sunday, April 7, the Friends of the Larchmont Library will hold their first annual Spelling Bee for adults and teens at the Larchmont Temple at 3:30 p.m. Those interested in participating should sign up by Wednesday, March 27; space is limited to 20 teams of three members each. There will be a $50 entry fee per team, with no cost for high school students.

Larchmont Mayor Anne McAndrews, NY State Senator George Latimer and Town of Mamaroneck Supervisor Nancy Seligson will judge the competition; Michael Zuckert will MC the event.

The event is sponsored by Houlihan Lawrence and the Coughlin Group.

For more information or to sign up, click here.