Some want to escape winter, others build Winterscapes: City of Edmonton contest returns …

Author of the article: Nicole Bergot Don Dombrowsky has dedicated his decorated house at 4220 124 Ave. to his friend and brother-in-law Larry Kuchera, who is battling ALS. More than 57,000 lights decorate the front and back of the house and yard. Photo by Ian Kucerak /Postmedia The City of Edmonton wants to recognize those of us who embrace winter, beautifying yards, neighbourhoods and public spaces with snow, ice and cold as the canvas. Advertisement This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The city’s Winterscapes photo contest aims to showcase out-of-doors winter-themed locations, whether they be yours, those in your community, or a public space. Residents can participate by nominating the location in one of three categories: Winter Art, Winter Garden or Winter Play. Nominations will be accepted at edmonton.ca/winterscapes until Feb. 28. And all submitted photos will be posted on the City of Edmonton’s Facebook page for public voting. Weekly prizes will be awarded to the top three yards in each category. The favourite front yard will then be chosen by the Winterscapes judging panel. Edmonton Journal Headline News Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Edmonton Journal, a division of Postmedia Network…
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