COVENTRY – Gary Kurz hopes next week he’ll look out his restaurant’s large picture windows and see snow sculptures in all shapes and sizes.

“I’m not an artist, but I’ve always loved sculptures,” said Kurz, who owns The Silo Restaurant, 203 Moran Road in the Town of Coventry.

This weekend, he and his staff will host a two-day Snow Sculpturing contest on the grounds of the fine-dining establishment, known for its idyllic country setting.

According to Kurz, teams can consist of one to ten people. Those interested are encouraged to register in advance by calling the Silo at 656-4377, although walk-ins will be welcome.

There is no entry fee, but each team is encouraged to bring a donation of either cash or non-perishable food items for the Greene Food Pantry, operated by the Greene Council of Churches.

“I’m going to let people choose their own space,” the restaurant owner said, and there will be no restrictions on the size of a sculpture.