Registration is now available for Merrill’s first annual Chalk It Up chalk event located at the Lincoln County Courthouse and surrounding sidewalks near the River Bend Trail. The event will be held on Aug. 25, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants are asked to arrive at 7 a.m. for check-in with a start time of 7:30 a.m. Awards will be announced at 5 p.m.
Cost per square is $15 including a 24-package of pastel chalk. Larger squares may be available for $18. Registration is required to participate. Waiver and registration forms are available at the Merrill Chamber of Commerce or at www.riverbendtrail.org.
Prizes will be given to top three artist drawings as well as a prize for Community’s Choice.
Registration deadline is July 27 to ensure time for ordering needed supplies. Day of registration may be available if there are remaining squares for $20 on a first, come first serve basis. No refunds or cancellations allowed.
Rain day will be set for future date in the event of bad weather. Ages 12 and up are welcome to participate; parent or guardian must sign waiver for artists 18 and under. Volunteers are welcome to help make this a great event. If you can volunteer, donate, or help sponsor this event please contact the organizers to be involved.
Questions can be directed Rebecca Welch at [email protected] or Shelly Hersil at 715-539-1360.