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Sand Castle Build Off

June 29, 2018 - June 29, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location

Blue Island Park District

12804 S. Highland Ave.

Blue Island, IL 60406

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Description

Gather family and friends for a sand castle/sculpture competition at Memorial Park. Blue Island Park District will supply the space, tools and, of course, the sand. Competing teams have 45 minutes to perfect their design for a panel of five judges to determine the overall winning design.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: Check in 5:45 p.m., build 6-7 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: http://blueislandparks.org/portfolio_page/sandcastlebuildoff/

Neighborhood: South Suburbs

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