2008 Strawberry Festival Contests and Competitions

Plein Air Painting Competition brings the artist outside to work directly from nature. Nationally-recognized artists and amateurs compete for cash awards. Art lovers are invited to come watch the artists at work, then bid on your favorite piece in a silent auction being held at the Cedarburg Cultural Center on Saturday, June 28, 2008 from 10:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. This is a call to artists and collectors alike. Artists interested in competing in the Plein Air Painting Competition (Adult Division) click here for rules and entry forms.

Plein Air Painting Competition- (Youth Division)
This unique contest for children of all ages 17 and under is believed to be the only one of its kind in the nation. In partnership with the Cedarburg Artists Guild, the Cedarburg Cultural Center is pleased to announce its fifth annual “Plein Air” Painting Contest-Youth Division. Young artists interested in artistically portraying Cedarburg’s charm can register for the contest beginning in May. Click here for registration information.(262) 375-3676

Cedar Creek Settlement’s Fun, Free Strawberry Contests, June 28 & 29
Strawberry Shortcake Eating Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 1:30 pm. Prizes!
Strawberry Bubblegum Blowing Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 2:00 pm. Prizes!
Strawberry Bob Contest: Saturday & Sunday, 3:00 pm. Prizes!
Sign-up begins at Noon Daily at Cedar Creek Settlement, corner of Washington Ave. & Bridge Rd.

Calling all artists... Strawberry Festival T-shirt Design Contest is seeking t-shirt designs for our 2008 Strawberry Festival. At the close of the contest the Festival staff will review all of the submissions and declare a winner. The winner of the design contest will receive a $100 and a free T-shirt as well as the honor of seeing all the festival-goers who purchase a shirt, wear them proudly. The contest is open to all. Click here for a contest form  which must be included with your submission. Deadline: May 1, 2008.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters Berry Big Run,June 28, 2008, 9:00 a.m.
Cedar Creek Park Historic Cedarburg, WI The 17th Annual 5k run/walk draws over 500 participants and kicks off the Cedarburg Strawberry Festival. The run/walk course is throughout the historic Cedarburg and is USATF-certified with computerized results. Run/walk pre-registrants receive a free, uniquely designed commemorative t-shirt. Prizes awarded for the first three best finishers in several categories. All proceeds go toward Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ozaukee County. Click here for a registration form.(262) 377-0784

2008 Ozaukee County Humane Society Pet Talent Show. Will your pet be the star of the show at the Ozaukee County Humane Society’s Pet Talent Show? This annual outdoor event during Cedarburg’s Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 28 at 10:30 am, in the parking lot at Cedar Creek Settlement, located at the corner of Washington & Bridge. Enter your pet on site by 10:00 am or register in advance using the entry form.

Whether your pet is fluffy, furry or feathery there are several categories to enter*Best Dancer *Largest Smile *Most Unusual Pet Trick *Best Festival Outfit * Best Wiggler *Most Talkative.

Entry fee is $3.00 and all pets must be leashed or in an enclosure. Entrants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. For information or questions, please call the Ozaukee County Humane Society at 262-377-7580.