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Gingerbread House Giveaway & Contest
While supplies last.
- Date: -
- Location: Burbank
875 Lake Rd
Burbank, Washington 99323
This all ages take and make will be available Monday, November 27th, ahead of our Gingerbread Decorating Contest. You don't have to participate in the contest to take a kit but it is highly encouraged. While supplies last.
Contest Rules & Guidelines
ENTRY
- Enter only 1 category: Child (grades K-12), Adult, and Family. Enter as individual OR team.
- Only 1 entry per individual or team.
- Base and Height: All entries must have a very sturdy base no larger than 18″ x 18″. Gingerbread houses can be any size in height.
- Ingredients: Entire display except for the base must be made of edible materials. (Exception of lollipops with sticks). All ingredients must be non-perishable, so nothing will spoil. All entries must use Royal Icing only (no buttercream as this will turn rancid).
- Feel free to get creative! Choose a different dwelling, structure, or object. It does not have to be a traditional gingerbread house design.
SUBMISSIONS
- Entries must be submitted by Saturday, December 16th.
VOTING & WINNING
- There will be an open community vote for each age category from December 18th until December 23rd. Patrons can vote for 1 favorite in each category in-branch or online.
- The winner from each category will be announced the week of January 1.
- Each winner will receive a prize.
- All entries will be on public display in the library from December 16th – Jan 1st.
FAQs
When can I pick up a gingerbread house kit?
Starting November 27th while supplies last.
When do I drop off my gingerbread house and enter the contest?
Anytime between the 11th- 16th of December. You must fill out a title card for your creation.
Questions? Please call the Burbank Branch at: (509) 527-3284.