Local libraries are partnering with the Atlantic County Utilities Authority to encourage people to create unique pieces of art using materials that would normally be discarded.
Entries for the eighth annual ACUA Recycled Art Contest will be accepted at many Atlantic County library branches through Oct. 29.
“The contest’s goal is to heighten awareness about the waste we generate and to get people thinking about recycling, reuse, waste and litter reduction,” ACUA President Rick Dovey said in a news release. “It’s been great to see this annual event continue to grow. We’re very pleased to include several new libraries this year, which will make it easier for Atlantic County residents to participate.”
In addition to Atlantic County Library System branches, residents now have the opportunity to drop artwork off at the Linwood Public Library and the Otto Bruyns Library in Northfield, among other locations found on the ACUA website.
The contest is open to all residents of Atlantic County, and winners will be chosen in four age categories: 8 and under, 9-13, 14-18 and 19 and up, as well as a group category for work completed by more than one person.
Entry forms and artwork must be received any time before Oct. 29 at any of the participating libraries. Selected artwork from each branch will be moved to the ACUA, where the artworks will be judged and exhibited.
Artwork will be on display and awards will be presented to winners during the ACUA’s annual America Recycles Day celebration on Saturday, Nov. 19.
The contest rules and entry can also be found online at www.acua.com/artcontest. Information on ACUA’s America Recycles Day event can be found online at www.acua.com.
