Coon Rapids Calls On Young Artists For 61st Snowflake Days Button Design Contest

Coon Rapids Calls On Young Artists For 61st Snowflake Days Button Design Contest

Young creatives in Coon Rapids are rolling up their sleeves for the Snowflake Days Button Contest, marking the event's 61st anniversary in 2025. The city's Snowflake Association is calling on students from grades 5-12 to craft a winning button design that will become the emblem of the annual festivities. Opening the competition to both school-goers and homeschoolers within Coon Rapids, the contest seeks to celebrate local talent and the spirit of the community, as reported on the City of Coon Rapids official website.

With specific rules in play, participants are asked to submit round designs on an 8.5" x 11" paper, using no more than three colors excluding the white background. Designs must feature the celebration's date, “Coon Rapids Snowflake Days,” and the beloved city mascot, Rocky the Raccoon. Participating students must include contact information for notification purposes, and all submitted artwork will become the property of the Snowflake Association, the city's official announcement detailed.

Entries must be sent in by January 12, 2025, with options for submission via email to crsnowflakedays@gmail.com or through a more traditional mail to the Snowflake Days' address. The winning designs are to be revealed at the upcoming Coon Rapids City Council meeting on January 21, showcasing the successful student's entry to the entire community.

The contest doesn't just celebrate creativity; it also rewards it. The winning designers will not only see their work immortalized on countless buttons during the 2025 celebrations but will also pocket a tidy sum for their efforts - $100 for first place, $75 for the runner-up, and $50 for an honorable mention. Contest details, rules, and updates on the event can be found at www.coonrapidsnowflakedays.com, ensuring all potential entrants have the information they need at their fingertips.

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