RecPartners BlaineEvents.com
Partnership Packages
2021
Skating Rinks and Lessons............................................4
Earth Day Citywide Celebration....................... 31
Grand Opening Mary Ann Young Center.................. 32
BlaineEvents.com Blaine WorldFest, photo by Sarah Grace Photography
RecPartners Winter/Spring Program Season Winter Holiday Celebration............................................................................................................................4-5
Summer Program Season Earth Day.................................................................................................................................................................6-7 Performance in the Park..................................................................................................................................8-9 Kids Triathlon.....................................................................................................................................................10-11 Night to Unite....................................................................................................................................................12-13 Safety Camp......................................................................................................................................................14-15 Bark in the Park............................................................................................................................................... 16-17
Fall Program Season
Winter/Spring
Senior Safety and Wellness Fair.............................................................................................................. 18-19 WorldFest..........................................................................................................................................................20-21
Other Activities Blaine Wetland Sanctuary.........................................................................................................................22-23 Coffee with a Cop...........................................................................................................................................24-25 Impressions of Blaine...................................................................................................................................26-27
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2020 Event Season
RecPartners Winter/Spring
Partnership Opportunities Available to Area Businesses Businesses searching for creative ways to reach new, loyal, and active customers are invited to partner with the Blaine Parks and Recreation Department and Blaine Police Department for great results. Sponsors are sought on an ongoing basis for a variety of community events. By partnering with Blaine Parks and Recreation or the Blaine Police Department you can increase your business exposure within the community and enhance your customer base. The cross marketing offered will benefit your business and strengthen your roots in the community and surrounding areas. The Blaine Parks and Recreation and the Blaine Police Department have many sponsorship opportunities that can be tailored to your marketing goals and budget. Get face to face with thousands of new customers.
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BlaineEvents.com 763-785-6164 World Fest, Tom Ryan Park, photo by Sarah Grace Photography
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RecPartners
Winter Holiday Celebration Sunday November 28 5:30-8pm Free
Winter/Spring
Tom Ryan Park
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2020 Event Season
RecPartners
The Winter Holiday Celebration at Blaine City Hall, will include a variety of great activities for the whole family. All activities are free and run continuously throughout the evening. The event will feature the lighting of Tom Ryan Park with beautiful lights and a large lit tree. Enjoy live holiday music, s’mores by the fire, hot chocolate, and much more. Santa and his reindeer will be at the event, but Santa will not be available for individual visits or photographs. Children can be part of the kids secret holiday shopping spree which will be located inside city hall, gifts range from $1 - $15 and gift wrapping is free. Volunteers are needed. For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ WinterHolidayCelebration
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................... $500 • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Complimentary booth space
Silver Sponsor..........................................$250 • •
Logo on event website Logo in select advertisements
Target Audience • •
Winter/Spring
Winter Holiday Celebration
Families of all ages Approximate attendance of 2,000
Promotional Plan Print Media • • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Posters School flyer, one per year
Digital Media • • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect Event featured on billboard
Event Contact Joy Handt jhandt@blainemn.gov 763-717-2724
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RecPartners
Neighborhood Park Clean-up
Invest Give back to the Earth Make a Difference
Summer
in your Neighborhood
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Any Day and Time April 10 - May 16 Supplies provided, you provide the volunteers. 2020 Event Season
RecPartners Businesses, community groups, and neighborhoods are invited to clean up a park or pond in celebration of Earth Day. Like the earth, time is a precious resource. Blaine Parks and Recreation has designated five weeks for clean up efforts to fit any schedule.
Partnership Options Promotional Sponsor............ Any Amount •
As a token of our appreciation, Blaine Parks and Recreation will provide volunteer groups with prizes for adults and kids.
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Donate items or funds to be placed in the Earth Day kit.
Summer
Earth Day
Sponsor.......................................................$100 Volunteer Group
For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ EarthDay
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Organize a group from your business to adopt a park for Earth Day. Sign up at BlaineMN.gov/ EarthDay
Target Audience • • • • •
All ages Scouts, chore groups, neighborhoods Approximate attendance, 24 clean ups Service minded Focused on improving the community
Promotional Plan Print Media • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Postcards sent to neighborhoods
Digital Media • • •
Event website Facebook posts RecConnect
Event Contact Jerome Krieger jkrieger@blainemn.gov 763-785-6161
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RecPartners
Summer 2020
Summer
Free
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Performance in the Park
Performance in the Park for Kids
Thursday Evenings June 17 - August 20
Tuesday Evenings June 15 - August 18
Tom Ryan Park
Tom Ryan Park
6pm
Free
2020 Event Season
6pm
Free
RecPartners
This free concert series lasts all summer and features a variety of musical genres. From polka to kids to rock to blues, Performance in the Park has something for everyone. Partnering with these events is perfect for the organization looking for long-term exposure. Select the level of participation with the options outlined below, or contact us to custom the experience.
Partnership Options Sustaining Partner............................. $1,500 • • •
Includes sponsorship of Performance in the Park and Kids Concerts Logo on event website and in select advertisements Complimentary booth space at Family Fun Night
Summer
Performance in the Park
Gold Sponsor............................................$750 • • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Choose Performance in the Park or Kids Concerts Booth space at five concerts
Silver Sponsor......................................... $500 For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ PerformanceinthePark
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Choose Performance in the Park or Kids Concerts Booth space at three concerts Logo on website and print media
Bronze Sponsor.......................................$250 •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements
Target Audience • • •
In-Kind Donations We are always looking for ways to draw more audience members. If you run a restaurant, ice cream shop, or have a unique giveaway, contact Blaine Parks and Recreation to discuss a partnership.
Event Contact Joy Handt jhandt@blainemn.gov 763-717-2724
All ages Total attendance 4,500 Focused on community engagement
Promotional Plan Print Media • • • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Posters School flyer Flyer to summer program participants (1,500 families)
Digital Media • • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect Event featured on billboard
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RecPartners
Summer
Blaine Kids Triathlon
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TBD Lakeside Commons Park 2018 Blaine Kids Triathlon, Lakeside Commons Park
2020 Event Season
RecPartners
The Blaine Kids Triathlon challenges youth to make fitness a part of their every day life. The triathlon is a great fit for businesses in the health and wellness industry and those whose customer base are youth and families. For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ KidsTri
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................... $300 • • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Logo on athlete tshirt Complimentary booth space
Summer
Blaine Kids Triathlon
Silver Sponsor.......................................... $150 • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Complimentary booth space
Target Audience • • •
Families 125 young athletes plus their families and friends Fitness focused
Promotional Plan Print Media • • •
CityConnect RecConnect School flyer
Digital Media • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect
Event Contact Nate Monahan nmonahan@blainemn.gov 763-785-6151
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RecPartners
Summer
Tuesday, August 3
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2019 Night to Unite,
2020 Event Season
RecPartners On the first Tuesday of August each year, Blaine joins communities around Minnesota for Night to Unite, an evening of neighborhood festivities aimed at increasing crime prevention awareness and building a strong community. Members of the Blaine Police Department and SBM Fire Department make an effort to appear at all registered block parties in the city. The evening also includes a chance to participate in giving back to the community. Several block parties hold a collection drive for area non-profit organizations.
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................$1,000 • • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Logo on event tshirt Recognition on certain print materials received by block party organizers
Summer
Night to Unite
Silver Sponsor......................................... $500 • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Yard sign sponsorship
Bronze Sponsor.....................$500 & under • •
Logo on event website Recognition on certain program print materials received by block party organizers
Target Audience For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ Night to Unite
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All residents of Blaine
Promotional Plan Print Media • •
CityConnect RecConnect
Digital Media • • • •
Event website RecConnect Event featured on billboard CommunityConnect
Event Contact Ted Berg tberg@blainemn.gov 763-717-2713
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RecPartners
Summer
Wednesday, August 11 Thursday, August 12
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2019 Safety Camp, SBM Fire Station
2020 Event Season
RecPartners Co-sponsored by the Blaine Police and Parks and Recreation Departments, and the Spring Lake Park – Blaine – Mounds View Fire Department. More than 160 fourth grade children will spend two days learning skills necessary to avoid injury and cope with emergency situations. Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death and disabling injury for children ages birth to 14. The goal of Safety Camp is to help reduce the number of these incidents. With your help we can accomplish our goal For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ SafetyCamp
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................$1,000 Silver Sponsor........................................$500+ Bronze Sponsor.....................$500 & under Sponsors receive the following at any sponsorship level: • • •
Summer
Safety Camp
Name listed on promotional materials, in the Blaine CityConnect, and on the event website. Name engraved on Safety Camp sponsor plaque on permanent display at city hall. Recognition on awards ceremony handout and displayed on media screen.
In-Kind Donations Please contact Joy Handt to discuss in-kind donation options.
Target Audience • •
hildren entering fourth grade. C Parents and family members
Promotional Plan Print Media • •
RecConnect School flyer
Digital Media • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect
Event Contact Joy Handt jhandt@blainemn.gov 763-717-2724
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RecPartners Bark in the Park
Summer
Thursday, August 19, 5-7pm Aquatore Dog Park
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2020 Event Season
RecPartners To mark the start of the dog days of summer, Blaine hosts Bark in the Park. Bring your favorite four-legged friend and visit with companies and nonprofit groups specializing in dogs. Dog licenses will be available for free (with proof of vaccination), nail trimming will be offered, and dog merchandise will be for sale at the vendor booths. Pet owners and their pets can also enjoy the pup-arazzi photo booth, sounds of the Backyard Band, and delicious food from food truck vendors. Bark in the Park is a great fit for businesses in the pet supply industry and those with a customer base of youth and families. For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ BarkinthePark
Partnership Options Sponsor.......................................................$250 • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Complimentary booth space
Summer
Bark in the Park
Vendor Booth........................................... $150 Non-profit Booth......................................Free •
Need to register
Target Audience • •
All ages Pet owners and lovers
Promotional Plan Print Media • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Posters
Digital Media • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect
Event Contact Joy Handt jhandt@blainemn.gov 763-717-2724
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RecPartners Senior Safety Fair
Fall
TBD 9am - 2:30pm
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Senior Safety Fair, SBM Fire Department Station 3
2020 Event Season
RecPartners Each spring, the Blaine Police Department, in partnership with the Mary Ann Young Center, the Spring Lake Park Parks and Recreation Department, and Spring Lake Park - Blaine - Mounds View Fire Department conduct a one-day safety and wellness fair for the senior population. Seniors may register for $10. For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ SeniorSafetyFair
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................... $500 • • • •
Fall
Senior Safety Fair
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Logo on event bag Recognition from keynote speaker Booth space in resource fair
Silver Sponsor......................................... $300 • • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Logo on event bag Booth space in resource fair
Bronze Sponsor.......................................$100 • •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Sponsorship of morning or afternoon break
Target Audience • •
Area adult community 55+ Attendance 80
Promotional Plan Print Media • •
CityConnect RecConnect
Digital Media • • •
Event website RecConnect CommunityConnect
Event Contact Ted Berg tberg@blainemn.gov 763-717-2713
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RecPartners
Fall
Saturday, September 11, 1-5pm Tom Ryan Park
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Blaine WorldFest, photo by Sarah Grace Photography
2020 Event Season
RecPartners Blaine WorldFest is an annual event celebrating diversity in Blaine. WorldFest highlights a variety of cultures and ethnicities through food, art, music, dance, and education. WorldFest is a great fit for organizations looking for a diverse and educational event.
Partnership Options Gold Sponsor........................................... $500 • •
Fall
WorldFest
Logo on event website and in select advertisements Complimentary booth space
Silver Sponsor......................................... $300 •
Logo on event website and in select advertisements
For-profit Booth......................................... $20 For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ WorldFest
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Must have items related to ethnic and cultural diversity
Non-profit Booth.........................No Charge •
Must represent or educate on ethnic and cultural diversity
Target Audience • • •
Families of all ages Approximate attendance 1,000 Focused globally
Promotional Plan Print Media • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Posters
Digital Media • • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect Event featured on billboard
Event Contact Joy Handt jhandt@blainemn.gov 763-717-2724
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Other Activities
RecPartners
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2020 Event Season
RecPartners Partnership Options Two Signs...............................................$2,500
The Blaine Wetland Sanctuary (BWS) is over 500 acres of wetland and upland. A boardwalk through sanctuary extends from a parking lot along Lexington Avenue through both wetland and upland habitats and connects to East Lake Park. Future plans include additional trails (exact locations are yet to be determined) and a nature pavilion.
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Environmental education is a focus of the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary. If your business is environmentally focused, consider sponsoring activities at the wetland sanctuary or donating funds for programming and promotional items.
Sponsor an Event................................. Varies
In addition, BWS has educational sign opportunities available for businesses, organizations, groups, or individuals looking for a unique and affordable advertising or legacy option. The sponsorship also offers an opportunity to invest in the ongoing programming and maintenance efforts at BWS.
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Includes logo or name on sign Information on the BWS website when QR code is used Choice of location
One Sign................................................. $1,500 • • •
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Includes logo or name on sign Information on the BWS website when QR code is used Choice of location
Other Activities
Blaine Wetland Sanctuary
Logo in select advertisements
Target Audience • •
All ages Environmental education offered seasonally
For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ WetlandSanctuary
Event Contact Nate Monahan nmonahan@blainemn.gov 763-785-6151
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RecPartners
Other Activities
Bike with a Cop Donut with a Cop Pop with a Cop Popsicle with a Cop Story Time with a Cop
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2020 Event Season
RecPartners Partnership Options
Coffee with a Cop is an opportunity to break down the barriers that, on occasion, exist between police officers and the citizens they serve. Taking time to meet in a neutral location provides for real conversations about issues that matter. The officers have a chance to answer questions and share important information. It is also a chance for kids to meet an officer and get some fun givea-ways.
Special Event Sponsor
Over the past few years the Blaine Police Department has expanded on the Coffee with a Cop idea and created Bike with a Cop, Coffee and Story Time with a Cop, Donut with a Cop, Pop with a Cop, and Popsicle with a Cop.
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Businesses can partner with the Blaine Police Department to offer complimentary coffee, donuts, etc. For more information, visit
BlaineMN.gov/ CoffeewithaCop
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Sponsor a special event such as Bike with a Cop, Popsicle with a Cop, etc. Offer complimentary treats and/or refreshments.
Venue Sponsor • •
Sponsor a special event at your business such as Donut with a Cop, Coffee with a Cop, etc. Offer complimentary treats and/or refreshments
Other Activities
Coffee with a Cop
Target Audience All ages A chance to get to know the police officers that serve the city.
Promotional Plan Print Media • • •
CityConnect RecConnect Posters
Digital Media • • • •
Event website Facebook campaign RecConnect CommunityConnect
Event Contact Ted Berg tberg@blainemn.gov 763-717-2713
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RecPartners Special Winter Events Submission Dates: February 1-28 Finalists Announced: March 5 People’s Choice Voting: March 5-31 Winners Announced: April 9
Submission Dates: May 1-31 Finalists Announced: June 11 People’s Choice Voting: June 11-30 Winners Announced: July 9
Summer
Fall
Submission Dates: August 1-31 Finalists Announced: September 10 People’s Choice Voting: September 10-30 Winners Announced: October 8
Submission Dates: November 1-30 Finalists Announced: December 11 People’s Choice Voting: December 11-31 Winners Announced: January 8, 2022
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Spring
2019 Photo of the Year, Impressions of Blaine, photo by Tom Stuart
2020 Event Season
RecPartners
Show us your best shot. From people, pets, and places to celebrations and locations, you are invited to show us your impression of Blaine. Impressions of Blaine Photo Contest is held quarterly, capturing the best that Blaine has to offer each season. Impressions of Blaine is great for any business looking for more exposure. If you run a restaurant, ice cream shop, or have a unique giveaway, contact Blaine Parks and Recreation to discuss a partnership. For more information, visit
Partnership Options Seasonal Sponsors............ $10 Gift Cards Photo of the Year................$100 Gift Card
Target Audience • • •
All ages Offered seasonally Approximate participation 20 to 30 photos per season
Promotional Plan
Other Activities
Impressions of Blaine
Print Media •
RecConnect
Digital Media • • •
Event website Facebook posts RecConnect
BlaineMN.gov/ ImpressionsofBlaine
Event Contact Heidi Andrea handrea@blainemn.gov 763-717-2638
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BlaineEvents.com/ Partnership