Entries will be
auctioned to the highest bidder. At no time will final bid be
reported to the designer. Artists understands that all proceeds
benefit Bethel Village for Women and Children.
Entries will be accepted until exhibit spaces are
filled.
The Panama City Rescue Mission reserves the right to exclude any
work deemed unsuitable for display.
Trees must have a tree stand, and include an extension cord at least
6’ long (if it is a lighted entry). Please use only new lights
to prevent fire hazards.
Wreaths and swags must have a hanging wire or string (no hooks,
please).
Items needing to be returned (extension cords, sign holders etc) to
the artist MUST BE CLEARLY LABELED and indicated on the back of
your entry form. All items accepted will be handled with care, but
Mission will not be responsible for loss or damage to any entry or item.
You will be notified of your entry location when you arrive to
the VAC. Be aware your entry location may be changed by by Rescue
Mission staff and volunteers after it has been set-up.
Anything thrown on entries (such as artificial snow or birdseed) will
not be permitted.
All ornaments must be securely fastened with wire (not
ornament hooks).
Please do not use glass ornaments or other material that will easily
break unless you provide boxes and packing material for the
winning bidder to transport the tree.
Packing material must be left at the VAC, please label the boxes with
your name/business name/group name.
A qualified panel will be chosen to judge the exhibit on portrayal of
theme, originality and execution.
1st Place - Blue Ribbon; 2nd Place - Red Ribbon; 3rd Place –White
Ribbon in each division and entry category.
A Best of Show Green Ribbon and grand prize will be awarded for the
entry receiving the most votes from the viewers attending the exhibit.
Please make an attempt to retrieve your ribbon December 5th (Friday
night) after bidding has ended.