This all ages take and make will be available Monday, November 25th, 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.

- 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 14th.  


VOTING & WINNING  

- There will be an open community vote for from December 16th until December 24th. Patrons can vote for their favorite house in-branch.

- The winners will be announced December 30th.

- There will be two winners this year. The house that received the most votes, and a honorable mention award chosen by branch staff.  Each winner will be given a prize.

- All entries will be on public display in the library from December 14th – 30th.

FAQs 

When can I pick up a gingerbread house kit?

Starting November 25th while supplies last. 

When do I drop off my gingerbread house and enter the contest?

Anytime between the 9th-16th of December. You must fill out a title card for your creation.

Questions? Please call the Burbank Branch at: (509) 527-3284.