2023 Snowflake Days Events
www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
2023 MEDALLION HUNT
FEBRUARY 4TH
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 and will continue throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2023 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 through Saturday, February 11th, 2023 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to
612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Saturday, February 11th, 2023 at 2:15 p.m. at Sand Creek Park Warming House.
8) Finder of the 2023 medallion will receive a $500 prize!
MISS COON RAPIDS/MISS COON RAPIDS OUTSTANDING TEEN PAGEANT FEBRUARY 4TH, 2023
Coon Rapids High School
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW
Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
Pageant begins promptly at 4:00 p.m.
More information can be found at www.misscoonrapids.com
FREE COMMUNITY WAFFLE BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hosted by the Coon Rapids North Star Lions Club
Sand Creek Elementary School
12156 Olive Street NW
Free will donations will be accepted at the door!
Funds raised will be donated to Coon Rapids Police Department Explorer unit.
FAMILY FUN DAY
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH
4:30 PM TO 7:30 PM
COON RAPIDS ICE CENTER
OUTDOOR SKATING & GAMES
4:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.
CRIC OUTDOOR RINK
Ice bowling, dice games and more
FREE PUBLIC SKATE
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
CRIC INDOOR RINK
Skate rentals available for purchase
SNOW SCULPTURE CONTEST
ANYTIME UP UNTIL 11:59 P.M. ON FEBRUARY 9TH, 2023
Create your own snow or ice sculpture in your front yard!
PRIZES:
1ST PLACE: $200
2ND PLACE: $150
3RD PLACE: $100
All sculptures must be complete by 11:59 p.m. February 9th. Judging to take place February 10th.
Sculptures will be judged on originality, quality of work, design and general effect.
Pre-register your household online: www.coonrapidsmn.gov
A map featuring addresses of the sculpture locations will be available online on date TBD for public viewing (participants have until end of day February 9th to actually finish sculptures).
WINTER FUN AT SAND CREEK PARK DAY
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK & WARMING HOUSE
HOT DOGS & HOT CHOCOLATE SERVED UNTIL GONE
BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD DONATION FOR ACBC FOOD SHELF
COOKIES & CANVAS
12:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK WARMING HOUSE
Children paint their own art canvas with fun winter themes. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
OUTDOOR SKATING & GAMES
12:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK OUTDOOR RINKS
Ice bowling, dice games and more
SNOWMAN BUILDING CONTEST
10:00 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M.
JUDGING TO TAKE PLACE AT 1:30 P.M.
Must provide all of your own materials to decorate your snowman
Prizes to be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and will take place at 2:15 at Sand Creek Warming House
KID'S MEDALLION HUNT
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
10:15 AM TO 11:15 AM
SAND CREEK PARK CONCESSION STAND WARMING HOUSE
1008 NORTHDALE BOULEVARD NW
Event and prizes sponsored by Coon Rapids Fire Department Community Fund
Open to children 5-10 years of age.
Girl's only hunt will begin at 10:15 a.m. Boy's only hunt will begin immediately following the girl's hunt.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 10 children participating in each group for the hunts to take place. Encourage registering in advance of the event (see Kid's Medallion Hunt tab). Previous medallion hunt winners are ineligible to participate.
A $200 gift card from Jerry's Schwinn will be awarded to the winner of each group.
MEDALLION HUNT WINNER PRESENTATION
SNOW SCULPTURE WINNERS PRESENTATION
SNOWMAN BUILDING CONTEST WINNERS PRESENTATION
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
2:15 P.M.
SAND CREEK PARK WARMING HOUSE
FEBRUARY 4TH
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 and will continue throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2023 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 through Saturday, February 11th, 2023 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to
612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Saturday, February 11th, 2023 at 2:15 p.m. at Sand Creek Park Warming House.
8) Finder of the 2023 medallion will receive a $500 prize!
MISS COON RAPIDS/MISS COON RAPIDS OUTSTANDING TEEN PAGEANT FEBRUARY 4TH, 2023
Coon Rapids High School
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW
Doors open at 3:30 p.m.
Pageant begins promptly at 4:00 p.m.
More information can be found at www.misscoonrapids.com
FREE COMMUNITY WAFFLE BREAKFAST
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hosted by the Coon Rapids North Star Lions Club
Sand Creek Elementary School
12156 Olive Street NW
Free will donations will be accepted at the door!
Funds raised will be donated to Coon Rapids Police Department Explorer unit.
FAMILY FUN DAY
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH
4:30 PM TO 7:30 PM
COON RAPIDS ICE CENTER
OUTDOOR SKATING & GAMES
4:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.
CRIC OUTDOOR RINK
Ice bowling, dice games and more
FREE PUBLIC SKATE
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
CRIC INDOOR RINK
Skate rentals available for purchase
SNOW SCULPTURE CONTEST
ANYTIME UP UNTIL 11:59 P.M. ON FEBRUARY 9TH, 2023
Create your own snow or ice sculpture in your front yard!
PRIZES:
1ST PLACE: $200
2ND PLACE: $150
3RD PLACE: $100
All sculptures must be complete by 11:59 p.m. February 9th. Judging to take place February 10th.
Sculptures will be judged on originality, quality of work, design and general effect.
Pre-register your household online: www.coonrapidsmn.gov
A map featuring addresses of the sculpture locations will be available online on date TBD for public viewing (participants have until end of day February 9th to actually finish sculptures).
WINTER FUN AT SAND CREEK PARK DAY
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
10:00 AM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK & WARMING HOUSE
HOT DOGS & HOT CHOCOLATE SERVED UNTIL GONE
BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD DONATION FOR ACBC FOOD SHELF
COOKIES & CANVAS
12:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK WARMING HOUSE
Children paint their own art canvas with fun winter themes. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
OUTDOOR SKATING & GAMES
12:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
SAND CREEK PARK OUTDOOR RINKS
Ice bowling, dice games and more
SNOWMAN BUILDING CONTEST
10:00 A.M. TO 1:30 P.M.
JUDGING TO TAKE PLACE AT 1:30 P.M.
Must provide all of your own materials to decorate your snowman
Prizes to be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and will take place at 2:15 at Sand Creek Warming House
KID'S MEDALLION HUNT
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
10:15 AM TO 11:15 AM
SAND CREEK PARK CONCESSION STAND WARMING HOUSE
1008 NORTHDALE BOULEVARD NW
Event and prizes sponsored by Coon Rapids Fire Department Community Fund
Open to children 5-10 years of age.
Girl's only hunt will begin at 10:15 a.m. Boy's only hunt will begin immediately following the girl's hunt.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 10 children participating in each group for the hunts to take place. Encourage registering in advance of the event (see Kid's Medallion Hunt tab). Previous medallion hunt winners are ineligible to participate.
A $200 gift card from Jerry's Schwinn will be awarded to the winner of each group.
MEDALLION HUNT WINNER PRESENTATION
SNOW SCULPTURE WINNERS PRESENTATION
SNOWMAN BUILDING CONTEST WINNERS PRESENTATION
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH
2:15 P.M.
SAND CREEK PARK WARMING HOUSE
2022 Snowflake Days Events
www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
2021 Snowflake Days Events
www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
2021 MEDALLION HUNT
JANUARY 30TH
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 and will continue throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2021 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 through Saturday, February 14th, 2021 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to
612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 14th, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Coon Rapids City Hall.
8) Finder of the 2021 medallion will receive a $1,000 prize!
DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
JANUARY 30TH
Wintercrest Park, 10300 Woodcrest Drive NW
Play disc golf outdoors / $22 per player
Pre-register online by January 28th:
www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/Snowflake_Days_2021
Schedule:Saturday, January 30, 2021
8:00am - 2:00pmTee times (as selected by player).
Please arrive 20 minutes early to select your two discs and to get a brief overview of the layout, rules, and scoring.
PLAYER DIVISIONS AND ENTRY FEES:
$22.00 MA1 Advanced
$22.00 FA1 Advanced Women
$22.00 MA2 Intermediate
$22.00 MJ12 Junior 12
ABOUT THIS TOURNAMENT:
Welcome to the first Snowflake Days Two Disc Challenge. This is a great event for players of all skill levels; beginner to advanced.
With entry to this event, you will receive your choice of two discs you will use to play a round of Disc Golf at the Coon Rapids Course. The options will include a base plastic disc and a Lucid plastic disc; other options will be available for a small additional fee.
You have your choice of 4 divisions, with payouts to be announced based on the number of players within that division. Players will play a full round of 18-21 holes (layout is weather dependent).
This will be a flex start event, choose your tee time when you register. Preregistration is strongly encouraged; walkup/day of registration may be available if spots allow.
Jason Wilder and his Twin Town team will be set up for you to choose your disc before you begin; and he will also have a HUGE selection of additional merchandise available for purchase.
SNOWFLAKE CHALLENGE
JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 6
What can you use to make a snowflake? Use your imagination and get creative!
Post a picture on the Coon Rapids Women of Today Facebook page between January 30th and February 14th!
Make sure you use the hashtag #coonrapidswomenoftodaysnowflakes.
Voting will take place from January 30th to February 14th. The snowflake with the most "likes" on the Coon Rapids Women of Today Facebook page will win a $25 Target gift card.
Winner will be announced at the Ending Ceremony on February 14th at Coon Rapids City Hall at 3:00 p.m.
SNOW SCULPTURE CONTEST
ANYTIME JANUARY 30TH - FEBRUARY 11TH
Create your own snow or ice sculpture in your front yard!
PRIZES:
1ST PLACE: $200
2ND PLACE: $150
3RD PLACE: $100
All sculptures must be complete by 11:59 p.m. February 11th. Judging to take place February 12th.
Pre-register your household online: www.coonrapidsmn.gov
A map featuring addresses of the sculpture locations will be available online January 29th for public viewing (participants have until end of day February 11th to actually finish sculptures).
COMMUNITY PARADE
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND
6:00 P.M.
Includes fire trucks, police vehicles, City float, lights, music, FUN!
Food donation collection for ACBC Food Shelf.
Parade route through various Coon Rapids neighborhoods.
Neighborhood route map is online.
Food donations can be brought to designated drop sites at the end of various blocks.
COMMUNITY PARADE
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH
6:00 P.M.
Includes fire trucks, police vehicles, City float, lights, music, FUN!
Food donation collection for ACBC Food Shelf.
Parade route through various Coon Rapids neighborhoods.
Neighborhood route map is online.
Food donations can be brought to designated drop sites at the end of various blocks.
SKATE AT SAND CREEK
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH
12:00 - 3:00 P.M.
Sand Creek Park
1008 Northdale Boulevard
Ice skating on the outdoor rinks.
Hot dogs and hot chocolate for sale by the North Star Lions in the concession stand building.
**Ice skates ARE NOT AVAILABLE for rent at this event.
SNOWFLAKE DAYS ENDING CEREMONY
FEBRUARY 14TH
3:00 P.M.
COON RAPIDS CITY HALL
11155 ROBINSON DRIVE
See who found the medallion, and won the Snow Sculpture and Snowflake Creation contests.
Photos taken and prizes awarded during ceremony.
JANUARY 30TH
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 and will continue throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on this page daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2021 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on this website page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 through Saturday, February 14th, 2021 or until medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to
612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on this page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on this page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 14th, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Coon Rapids City Hall.
8) Finder of the 2021 medallion will receive a $1,000 prize!
DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT
JANUARY 30TH
Wintercrest Park, 10300 Woodcrest Drive NW
Play disc golf outdoors / $22 per player
Pre-register online by January 28th:
www.discgolfscene.com/tournaments/Snowflake_Days_2021
Schedule:Saturday, January 30, 2021
8:00am - 2:00pmTee times (as selected by player).
Please arrive 20 minutes early to select your two discs and to get a brief overview of the layout, rules, and scoring.
PLAYER DIVISIONS AND ENTRY FEES:
$22.00 MA1 Advanced
$22.00 FA1 Advanced Women
$22.00 MA2 Intermediate
$22.00 MJ12 Junior 12
ABOUT THIS TOURNAMENT:
Welcome to the first Snowflake Days Two Disc Challenge. This is a great event for players of all skill levels; beginner to advanced.
With entry to this event, you will receive your choice of two discs you will use to play a round of Disc Golf at the Coon Rapids Course. The options will include a base plastic disc and a Lucid plastic disc; other options will be available for a small additional fee.
You have your choice of 4 divisions, with payouts to be announced based on the number of players within that division. Players will play a full round of 18-21 holes (layout is weather dependent).
This will be a flex start event, choose your tee time when you register. Preregistration is strongly encouraged; walkup/day of registration may be available if spots allow.
Jason Wilder and his Twin Town team will be set up for you to choose your disc before you begin; and he will also have a HUGE selection of additional merchandise available for purchase.
SNOWFLAKE CHALLENGE
JANUARY 30 - FEBRUARY 6
What can you use to make a snowflake? Use your imagination and get creative!
Post a picture on the Coon Rapids Women of Today Facebook page between January 30th and February 14th!
Make sure you use the hashtag #coonrapidswomenoftodaysnowflakes.
Voting will take place from January 30th to February 14th. The snowflake with the most "likes" on the Coon Rapids Women of Today Facebook page will win a $25 Target gift card.
Winner will be announced at the Ending Ceremony on February 14th at Coon Rapids City Hall at 3:00 p.m.
SNOW SCULPTURE CONTEST
ANYTIME JANUARY 30TH - FEBRUARY 11TH
Create your own snow or ice sculpture in your front yard!
PRIZES:
1ST PLACE: $200
2ND PLACE: $150
3RD PLACE: $100
All sculptures must be complete by 11:59 p.m. February 11th. Judging to take place February 12th.
Pre-register your household online: www.coonrapidsmn.gov
A map featuring addresses of the sculpture locations will be available online January 29th for public viewing (participants have until end of day February 11th to actually finish sculptures).
COMMUNITY PARADE
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND
6:00 P.M.
Includes fire trucks, police vehicles, City float, lights, music, FUN!
Food donation collection for ACBC Food Shelf.
Parade route through various Coon Rapids neighborhoods.
Neighborhood route map is online.
Food donations can be brought to designated drop sites at the end of various blocks.
COMMUNITY PARADE
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH
6:00 P.M.
Includes fire trucks, police vehicles, City float, lights, music, FUN!
Food donation collection for ACBC Food Shelf.
Parade route through various Coon Rapids neighborhoods.
Neighborhood route map is online.
Food donations can be brought to designated drop sites at the end of various blocks.
SKATE AT SAND CREEK
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH
12:00 - 3:00 P.M.
Sand Creek Park
1008 Northdale Boulevard
Ice skating on the outdoor rinks.
Hot dogs and hot chocolate for sale by the North Star Lions in the concession stand building.
**Ice skates ARE NOT AVAILABLE for rent at this event.
SNOWFLAKE DAYS ENDING CEREMONY
FEBRUARY 14TH
3:00 P.M.
COON RAPIDS CITY HALL
11155 ROBINSON DRIVE
See who found the medallion, and won the Snow Sculpture and Snowflake Creation contests.
Photos taken and prizes awarded during ceremony.
2020 Snowflake Days Events
www.snowflakedays.com
Saturday, January 25
Adult Medallion Hunt Begins!
Clues posted by 8:00 a.m. daily at www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
Must have a 2020 Snowflake Days button to participate.
$500 prize - to be awarded on Sunday, February 9th at 1:45 PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities.
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 25th, 2020 and will continue
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on the website (www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com) daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2020 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on the Snowflake Days website Medallion Hunt page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, January 25th, 2020 through Sunday, February 19th, 2020 or until the
medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on the Snowflake Days website page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on the Snowflake Days website page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 9th, 2019 at 1:45PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Monday, January 27
Snowflake Bingo for Seniors 55+
Coon Rapids Senior Center
12:45 p.m.
Free bingo with prizes and a Culver's frozen treat!
Call 763-767-6473 to reserve a spot!
Sponsored by Culver's Restaurant & Autumn Glen Senior Living
January 31 & February 1
Friday, Saturday
Annual Mayor's Cup Simulator Golf Tournament
Dust off your clubs for the Annual Snowflake Days Mayor's Cup! This is an exciting event that brings together a phenomenal winter golf experience at the fabulous Bunker Hills Clubhouse. Prizes include Bunker Hills gift cards, Bunker Hills merchandise, Bunker Hills rounds of golf and more! Registration information will be available at Bunker Hills Golf Course.
Saturday, February 1
Kid's Medallion Hunt, Coon Rapids Fire Station #1
Children ages 5-10 Years Old, Boys & Girls Division
Meet at Fire Station #1 (Egret Boulevard) at 10:00 a.m.
Hot Chocolate, Tour & Explore the Fire Station, Photos with Firefighters
Girl's Only Hunt begins at 10:15 a.m. Boy's Hunt Immediately Following
2 - $200 Gift Certificates to Jerry's Schwinn - one for girl winner / one for boy winner
Sponsored by Coon Rapids Fire Department Community Fund
Bring the family out for a fabulous time to explore and tour Fire Station #1, take some photos with the firefighters and then wrap up your day looking for the medallions in the wooded area behind the fire station. Event is open to children 5-10 years of age. Previous medallion hunt winners are ineligible to participate.
NOTE: You may park in Fire Station #1 parking lot for this event.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 10 children participating in each group for the hunts to take place.
Saturday, February 1
Miss Coon Rapids/Miss Coon Rapids Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant
Coon Rapids High School Auditorium
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are $20 and available at the door.
Sunday, February 2
Community Appreciation Waffle Breakfast - FREE to the Public
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Coon Rapids VFW Post 9625
1919 Coon Rapids Boulevard NW
Hosted by Coon Rapids North Star Lions & Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation
Warm up yourself and your family with all you can eat Belgian Waffles with all of your favorite toppings, sausage, juice and coffee.
Free will donations are being accepted at the door and will support the Coon Rapids fireworks display, summer Concerts at the Dam and other community events.
Saturday, February 8
Children's Carnival
Eisenhower Elementary School
151 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free - Magic Show at 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Coon Rapids Community Strength Foundation and hosted by the Coon Rapids Snowflake Days. Face painting, DJ, magic show at 12:00 p.m., concessions, carnival games (fish pond, cake walk, duck pond, lollipop tree and more), snowflake crafts, "fair hair", prizes and lots of fun for everyone! *No charge for the magic show* Game tickets are 25 cents each.
Sunday, February 9
Winner of Adult Medallion Hunt Announced
at 1:45 p.m..
Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC)
Prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Sunday, February 9
"Cookies & Canvas"
Fun event for children of all ages
Free will offering accepted - all supplies provided
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC), Conference Rooms A & B
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Based on the adult version of Wine & Canvas, this event is for the youth in our community! They will have the opportunity to paint their own “canvas” and enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies while doing so! All supplies will be provided.
Sunday, February 9
"Family Day at the CRIC"
Fun event for the entire family!
2:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Schedule of Events:
2:00-3:30 p.m. / Cookies & Canvas
3:30-5:30 p.m. / Enjoy family activities on the outdoor rink to include skating & games
4:30-5:15 p.m. / Ice Fishing
5:30-7:30 p.m. / Family Fun Public Skate
6:30-7:30 p.m. / Light Out Glow Skate
Sunday, February 9
Kids Ice Fishing Contest
4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Sunday, February 9
Family Skating Event at Coon Rapids Ice Center
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Fun night of skating & activities on indoor & outdoor rinks
2019 Snowflake Days Eventswww.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
Saturday, January 26
Adult Medallion Hunt Begins!
Clues posted by 8:00 a.m. daily at www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
Must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to participate.
$500 prize - to be awarded on Sunday, February 10th at 2:45 PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities.
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 and will continue
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on the website (www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com) daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on the Snowflake Days website Medallion Hunt page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 through Sunday, February 10th, 2019 or until the
medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on the Snowflake Days website page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on the Snowflake Days website page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2"45PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Saturday, January 26 / Rescheduled to Sunday, February 10
DUE TO THE LACK OF SNOW, THE PRESENCE OF DANGEROUS ICE IN THE MEDALLION HUNT AREA AND PROJECTED EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURE (1 DEGREE ABOVE ZERO AT HUNT TIME) - FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PARTICIPANTS - THE KIDS MEDALLION HUNT IS BEING RESCHEDULED - UPDATED INFO BELOW
Kid's Medallion Hunt, Coon Rapids Fire Station #1
Children ages 5-10 Years Old, Boys & Girls Division
Meet at Fire Station #1 (Egret Boulevard) at 1:00 p.m.
Hot Chocolate, Tour & Explore the Fire Station, Photos with Firefighters
Girl's Only Hunt begins at 1:15 p.m. Boy's Hunt Immediately Following
2 - $200 Gift Certificates to Jerry's Schwinn - one for girl winner / one for boy winner
Sponsored by Coon Rapids Fire Department Community Fund
Bring the family out for a fabulous time to explore and tour Fire Station #1, take some photos with the firefighters and then wrap up your day looking for the medallions in the wooded area behind the fire station. Event is open to children 5-10 years of age. Previous medallion hunt winners are ineligible to participate.
NOTE: You may park in Fire Station #1 parking lot for this event.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 10 children participating in each group for the hunts to take place.
Saturday, January 26
Miss Coon Rapids/Miss Coon Rapids Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant
Coon Rapids High School Auditorium
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are $20 and available at the door.
Monday, January 28
Snowflake Bingo for Seniors 55+
Coon Rapids Senior Center
12:45 p.m.
Free bingo with prizes and a Culver's frozen treat!
Call 763-767-6473 to reserve a spot!
Sponsored by Culver's Restaurant & Autumn Glen Senior Living
Thursday, January 31
Chili Challenge
Coon Rapids VFW Post
1919 Coon Rapids Boulevard NW
5:00-7:00 p.m.
$10.00 / Adults, $5 / Children under 12 & Seniors
Voting by Adults / Seniors Only
All proceeds from event donated to support Meals on Wheels
Sample 9 different chili recipes and vote for your favorite provided by:
Coon Rapids Fire Department / Coon Rapids Kiwanis / Coon Rapids North Lions Club / Coon Rapids Lions Club / Coon Rapids Police Department / Coon Rapids Rotary Club /Coon Rapids VFW / Coon Rapids Women of Today / Transformative Circle
February 1 & 2
Friday, Saturday
Annual Mayor's Cup Simulator Golf Tournament
Dust off your clubs for the Annual Snowflake Days Mayor's Cup! This is an exciting event that brings together a phenomenal winter golf experience at the fabulous Bunker Hills Clubhouse. Prizes include Bunker Hills gift cards, Bunker Hills merchandise, Bunker Hills rounds of golf and more! Registration information will be available at Bunker Hills Golf Course.
Saturday, February 2
Children's Carnival
Sand Creek Elementary School
12156 Olive Street NW, Coon Rapids, MN
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free - Magic Show at 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Coon Rapids Snowflake Association and hosted by the 2018 Coon Rapids Junior Royalty families. Face painting, DJ, magic show at 12:00 p.m.., concessions, carnival games (fish pond, cake walk, duck pond, lollipop tree and more), snowflake crafts, "fair hair", prizes and lots of fun for everyone! *No charge for the magic show* Game tickets are 25 cents each.
Saturday, February 9
Coon Rapids Junior Royalty Ambassador Crowning
Coon Rapids High School Auditorium
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
1:00 p.m.
Tickets $8.00 per Person / Age 4 and Under Free
You are welcome to join us for a recognition ceremony for the outgoing 2018 Junior Royalty and crowning of our 2019 Junior Royalty ambassadors! Sponsored by the Coon Rapids Junior Royalty Pageant Committee.
Sunday, February 10
Winner of Adult Medallion Hunt Announced
at 2:45 p.m..
Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC)
Prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Sunday, February 10
"Cookies & Canvas"
Fun event for children of all ages
Freewill offering accepted - all supplies provided
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC), Conference Rooms A & B
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Based on the adult version of Wine & Canvas, this event is for the youth in our community! They will have the opportunity to paint their own “canvas” and enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies while doing so! All supplies will be provided for a minimal fee of $5.
Sunday, February 10
"Family Day at the CRIC"
Fun event for the entire family!
3:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Schedule of Events:
3:00-4:30 p.m. / Cookies & Canvas
3:30-5:30 p.m. / Enjoy family activities on the outdoor rink to include skating & games (on ice bowling, dice game and limbo)
5:30-7:30 p.m. / Family Fun Public Skate
5:30-6:15 p.m. / Indoor Ice Fishing,Face Painting
6:30-7:30 p.m. / Light Out Glow Skate
Sunday, February 10
Family Skating Event at Coon Rapids Ice Center
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Fun night of skating & activities on indoor & outdoor rinks
Sunday, February 10
Indoor Kids Ice Fishing Contest
5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Adult Medallion Hunt Begins!
Clues posted by 8:00 a.m. daily at www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com
Must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to participate.
$500 prize - to be awarded on Sunday, February 10th at 2:45 PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities.
The medallion hunt will begin on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 and will continue
throughout the Snowflake Days celebration until found. Clues will be posted on the website (www.coonrapidssnowflakedays.com) daily.
Rules are:
1) You must have a 2019 Snowflake Days button to claim the cash prize.
2) The medallion will be hidden on City of Coon Rapids property.
3) Any destruction of City property during your search will disqualify you from claiming the prize.
4) Clues will be posted on the Snowflake Days website Medallion Hunt page by 8:00 a.m. daily beginning on Saturday, January 26th, 2019 through Sunday, February 10th, 2019 or until the
medallion is found.
5) The lucky person who finds the medallion should email dianebuszta@yahoo.com or text message to 612-366-1834 immediately! Announcement will be made on the Snowflake Days website page when medallion is found.
6) All notifications regarding this medallion hunt will be posted on the Snowflake Days website page.
7) Prize will be awarded to the winner on Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 2"45PM at the Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC) prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Saturday, January 26 / Rescheduled to Sunday, February 10
DUE TO THE LACK OF SNOW, THE PRESENCE OF DANGEROUS ICE IN THE MEDALLION HUNT AREA AND PROJECTED EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURE (1 DEGREE ABOVE ZERO AT HUNT TIME) - FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PARTICIPANTS - THE KIDS MEDALLION HUNT IS BEING RESCHEDULED - UPDATED INFO BELOW
Kid's Medallion Hunt, Coon Rapids Fire Station #1
Children ages 5-10 Years Old, Boys & Girls Division
Meet at Fire Station #1 (Egret Boulevard) at 1:00 p.m.
Hot Chocolate, Tour & Explore the Fire Station, Photos with Firefighters
Girl's Only Hunt begins at 1:15 p.m. Boy's Hunt Immediately Following
2 - $200 Gift Certificates to Jerry's Schwinn - one for girl winner / one for boy winner
Sponsored by Coon Rapids Fire Department Community Fund
Bring the family out for a fabulous time to explore and tour Fire Station #1, take some photos with the firefighters and then wrap up your day looking for the medallions in the wooded area behind the fire station. Event is open to children 5-10 years of age. Previous medallion hunt winners are ineligible to participate.
NOTE: You may park in Fire Station #1 parking lot for this event.
IMPORTANT: There must be a minimum of 10 children participating in each group for the hunts to take place.
Saturday, January 26
Miss Coon Rapids/Miss Coon Rapids Outstanding Teen Scholarship Pageant
Coon Rapids High School Auditorium
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Tickets are $20 and available at the door.
Monday, January 28
Snowflake Bingo for Seniors 55+
Coon Rapids Senior Center
12:45 p.m.
Free bingo with prizes and a Culver's frozen treat!
Call 763-767-6473 to reserve a spot!
Sponsored by Culver's Restaurant & Autumn Glen Senior Living
Thursday, January 31
Chili Challenge
Coon Rapids VFW Post
1919 Coon Rapids Boulevard NW
5:00-7:00 p.m.
$10.00 / Adults, $5 / Children under 12 & Seniors
Voting by Adults / Seniors Only
All proceeds from event donated to support Meals on Wheels
Sample 9 different chili recipes and vote for your favorite provided by:
Coon Rapids Fire Department / Coon Rapids Kiwanis / Coon Rapids North Lions Club / Coon Rapids Lions Club / Coon Rapids Police Department / Coon Rapids Rotary Club /Coon Rapids VFW / Coon Rapids Women of Today / Transformative Circle
February 1 & 2
Friday, Saturday
Annual Mayor's Cup Simulator Golf Tournament
Dust off your clubs for the Annual Snowflake Days Mayor's Cup! This is an exciting event that brings together a phenomenal winter golf experience at the fabulous Bunker Hills Clubhouse. Prizes include Bunker Hills gift cards, Bunker Hills merchandise, Bunker Hills rounds of golf and more! Registration information will be available at Bunker Hills Golf Course.
Saturday, February 2
Children's Carnival
Sand Creek Elementary School
12156 Olive Street NW, Coon Rapids, MN
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Free - Magic Show at 12:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Coon Rapids Snowflake Association and hosted by the 2018 Coon Rapids Junior Royalty families. Face painting, DJ, magic show at 12:00 p.m.., concessions, carnival games (fish pond, cake walk, duck pond, lollipop tree and more), snowflake crafts, "fair hair", prizes and lots of fun for everyone! *No charge for the magic show* Game tickets are 25 cents each.
Saturday, February 9
Coon Rapids Junior Royalty Ambassador Crowning
Coon Rapids High School Auditorium
2340 Northdale Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids, MN
1:00 p.m.
Tickets $8.00 per Person / Age 4 and Under Free
You are welcome to join us for a recognition ceremony for the outgoing 2018 Junior Royalty and crowning of our 2019 Junior Royalty ambassadors! Sponsored by the Coon Rapids Junior Royalty Pageant Committee.
Sunday, February 10
Winner of Adult Medallion Hunt Announced
at 2:45 p.m..
Coon Rapids Ice Arena (CRIC)
Prior to the kick-off of their Family Fun Day activities
Sunday, February 10
"Cookies & Canvas"
Fun event for children of all ages
Freewill offering accepted - all supplies provided
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC), Conference Rooms A & B
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Based on the adult version of Wine & Canvas, this event is for the youth in our community! They will have the opportunity to paint their own “canvas” and enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies while doing so! All supplies will be provided for a minimal fee of $5.
Sunday, February 10
"Family Day at the CRIC"
Fun event for the entire family!
3:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW
Schedule of Events:
3:00-4:30 p.m. / Cookies & Canvas
3:30-5:30 p.m. / Enjoy family activities on the outdoor rink to include skating & games (on ice bowling, dice game and limbo)
5:30-7:30 p.m. / Family Fun Public Skate
5:30-6:15 p.m. / Indoor Ice Fishing,Face Painting
6:30-7:30 p.m. / Light Out Glow Skate
Sunday, February 10
Family Skating Event at Coon Rapids Ice Center
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Fun night of skating & activities on indoor & outdoor rinks
Sunday, February 10
Indoor Kids Ice Fishing Contest
5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Coon Rapids Ice Center (CRIC)
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard NW