Carly Conrad (right) and her brother were contestants in last year’s Block House Steeplechase hat contest. Contestants don everything from elaborately themed hats to elegant accessory pieces and whimsical kids hats. Contest categories are most unusual, funniest and most appropriate in the adults’ division and funniest and most appropriate in the kids’ division. The hat contest will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23.