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KSTP-TV / TWIN CITIES LIVE GREEN WEDDING
OFFICIAL RULES
1. HOW TO ENTER: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. In order to enter, from 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2011, through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2011, go to the www.twincitieslive.com website, visit the "Green Wedding" page, and complete the green criteria questionnaire; entries must also include a photo of the couple, your name, address, daytime telephone number and email address. KSTP-TV is not responsible for problems completing the entry, submission of the photograph, technical or atmospheric conditions that disrupt the completion of the entry, or any other problems which might or might not result from this contest. Viewers may only enter this contest once. Any person submitting more than one entry may be disqualified.
2. HOW TO PLAY: In order to enter, from 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 14, 2011, through 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2011, go to the www.twincitieslive.com website, visit the "Green Wedding" page and tell us your green love story. Your story must include the following information:
a. How are you making a difference to reduce your carbon footprint through limiting energy consumption (carpooling, composting food scraps, creatively re-using water)? Do you avoid toxic substances and look for alternatives to hazardous materials? Do you live a socially and healthy lifestyle (encourage family, friends and neighbors to help do their part to keep this planet for generations to come)?
b. Why do you want to get married at the Green Expo on May 7, 2011?
c. How did you get engaged?
Entries must also include your name, address, daytime telephone number, email address and a picture of you and your fiancé. You must meet the green criteria to be eligible. We are looking for couples that: limit energy consumption; practice using renewable energy; reduce/reuse/recycle mined metals/minerals and fossil fuels; avoid toxic substances; find substitutes for hazardous materials, plastics and chemicals; demonstrate care for the earth (protecting biodiversity, eco-systems and natural resources) and live a healthy, socially appropriate life encouraging a sense of ‘community’. You do not need to demonstrate all these qualities, but do need to practice a majority of them. From the entries submitted, a panel of judges comprised of Twin Cities Live staff members and Minnesota Environmental Partnership staff members, in their sole and absolute discretion, will determine three (3) finalists based on, but not limited to, how they answer the questionnaire, using the following criteria (with equal weight for each criteria): creativity, love story and passion for the “green”. The finalists will be notified the week of April 11, 2011. The three (3) finalists will be selected, then personal couple interviews will be conducted to decide the winning couple from among those finalists. The winning couple must be available for wedding planning appointments and television appearances between the weeks of April 11 and May 5, 2011. The winning couple must also be available for the wedding event at the Green Expo at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at 11:00 a.m.; the winning couple will be responsible for obtaining the marriage license.
3. HOW THE WINNER IS CHOSEN: Once the three (3) finalists are chosen, personal interviews of the three (3) couples will be conducted by Twin Cities Live staff members and Minnesota Environmental Partnership staff members. The winning couple will be chosen in the sole and absolute discretion of the judges based on those interviews and announced on Twin Cities Live on Friday, April 8, 2011. The winning couple will also be notified by telephone.
4. CLAIMING YOUR PRIZE: The winning couple will be asked to stop by the KSTP-TV Studios, 3415 University Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) by April 13, 2011, to claim their prize. When claiming a prize at the KSTP-TV Studios, the winning couple must prove they are the qualified winners by presenting identification acceptable to the sponsors (e.g., state drivers license; state issued identification card; valid passport with address verification; or birth certificate with social security card and photo identification and address verification). If the winner cannot prove he/she is the qualified winner or does not respond by Wednesday, April 13, 2011, another winner will be chosen by the panel of judges.
5. PRIZE: There will be one (1) winner in this contest. The winner will receive a Green Wedding to be held at the Green Expo at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., consisting of the following:
a. Ceremony. Minnesota Environment Partnership and Living Green Expo will provide the following:
i. Venue for the ceremony at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds (Value: $1,000.00).
ii. Set-up (labor) at the venue at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds (Value: $500.00).
iii. Chairs, table and altar at the venue at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds (Value: $750.00).
iv. Lighting, audio and staging at the venue at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds ($5,500.00).
b. Aisle Runner. The American Lung Society will provide an aisle runner for the ceremony (Value: $500.00).
c. Catering: Chowgirls will provide catering services (menu to be chosen by the winning couple) on May 7, 2011, at a reception location chosen and paid for by the winner of the contest; the location chosen by the winner must be within a 20 mile radius of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds; prize includes set-up, tear down and food for up to 100 guests (Value: $6,025.00). The location of the reception must be chosen by April 27, 2011, in order to make final arrangements for the reception. All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
d. Photography: Laurie Schneider and/or an associate will provide up to five (5) hours of photography coverage including ceremony, wedding party candid portraits, details (table centerpieces, bridal bouquet, etc.), candid coverage and 2 hours of the reception; online posting of digital images within 90 days of event. Additional services may be purchased by the winner at the rate of $400 an hour (Value: $2,500.00). Prints, books, cards may be ordered from Laurie Schneider Photography at an additional charge. All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
e. Ceremony Music: Tre Corda Trio will perform for up to one hour of ceremony music selected by the bride and groom from their standard repertoire on Saturday, May 7, 2011; any cost incurred for special selections will be the responsibility of the winning couple (Value: $500.00).
f. Reception Music: DJ Nicholas Dircz will provide DJ services for up to six (6) hours; timing for services must be determined by May 2, 2011 (Value: $1,450.00). All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
g. Floral: Artemisia will provide in-season ceremony and reception flowers, including wedding party flowers, ceremony and reception decor – bride and groom to work with designer on their floral vision. Delivery and set up on Saturday, May 7, 2011, at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and location of the reception (within a 20 miles of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds) (Value: $2,000.00). All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
h. Cake/Cupcakes: Bryant Lake Bowl to provide either a $100 cake, plus one (1) dozen cupcakes ($36.00), or 9 dozen cupcakes ($324.00), at the reception (not to exceed 20 miles from the Minnesota State Fairgrounds); any extra fees incurred for delivery outside the 20 mile delivery area will be paid the responsibility of the winning couple); bride and groom to decide which they would rather have and the flavor of the cake and/or cupcakes. All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
i. Hair and Makeup: Zaega will provide two (2) hair stylists/make-up artists and all certified organic and natural hair, skin and makeup products to style the bride and up to four (4) female attendants by designated time (TBD) on Saturday, May 7, 2011; hair styling and make-up services to be provided at a location to be chosen by the bride (Value: $900.00).
j. Invitations: Eco Envelopes will provide up to 75 invitations and envelopes using recycled paper content– design to be determined in consultation with the bride and groom (Value: $150.00). All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
k. Wedding Rings/Bands: Barrister Estate Jewelry will provide his and her wedding bands to be chosen by the winning couple, up to $500 in combined value; any costs incurred above $500 will be the responsibility of the winning couple (value: $500.00).
l. Wedding Dress for the Bride/Bridesmaids Dresses: Goodwill Easter Seals will provide a wedding dress and veil for the bride ($499.00) and dresses for up to four (4) attendants ($99.00 each). All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the bride and/or her bridesmaid(s).
m. Tuxedo/Suit for the Groom and Groomsmen: Lost & Found will provide up to $300 in attire for the groom, and up to $150 for each male attendant (up to 4). Values are only good towards outfit(s) to be worn at the wedding; accessories such as belts, suspenders, shoes, hats, sunglasses and neck ties are included; collectables, records, books, household knick-knacks, etc. are not included. All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the groom and/or groomsmen.
n. Honeymoon Part 1: Journey Inn will provide a consecutive three-day, two night stay (one room, double occupancy) to be used between May 9, 2011, and May 15, 2011, in Pepin, Wisconsin, for the bride and groom, and two (2) complimentary massages (value: $500.00).
o. Honeymoon Part 2: Asahi Loft in Harmony, Minnesota, will provide a consecutive three-day, two night stay (one room, double occupancy) to be used between May 9, 2011, and May 15, 2011, for the bride and groom (value: $260.00).
p. Honeymoon Transportation: ReGo Electric Conversions to provide a plug in hybrid electric vehicle for transportation needs during the couple’s honeymoon – not to exceed six days. Couple must comply with all ReGo Electric Conversions driving regulations and requirements (value: $1,000.00).
q. Favors: All Things Herbal will provide 100 (2-3 oz) demibars for the wedding reception on May 7, 2011. Bars will be wrapped in recycled-content paper printed with text and date. Colors/scent/print text to be determined by couple in consultation with All Things Herbal (value: $300.00).
r. Officiate: Steve Morse will provide officiating services at the wedding on Saturday, May 7, 2011 (value: $500).
s. Chauffeur: Borton Volvo will provide chauffeured transportation service on May 7, 2011, from the Minnesota State Fairgrounds to the reception location (within 20 mile radius of the Minnesota State Fairgrounds (value: $500). All costs incurred over the stated value of the prize will be the responsibility of the winning couple.
The prizes are not transferable or exchangeable, nor can they be exchanged for cash or credit. A qualified winner must also meet the eligibility requirements as set forth in Paragraph 6 of these rules. All income taxes and other taxes are the responsibility of the winner. A 1099 form will be submitted to all appropriate taxing authorities. The prize must be accepted in its entirety, and cannot be divided or accepted in part. This contest is subject to all applicable policies, practices and procedures of each individual sponsor.
Odds of winning are dependent on the number of eligible entries received.
6. ELIGIBILITY: Couples must be 21 years or older to be eligible to participate in this contest. Employees of Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc., KSTP-TV, LLC, Minnesota Environmental Partnership, Living Green Expo, American Lung Association, Chowgirls, Laurie Schneider Photography, LLC, Tre Corda Trio, Nicholas Dircz, Artemisia, Bryant Lake Bowl, Zaega, Eco Envelopes, Barrister Estate Jewelry, Goodwill Easter Seals, Lost & Found, Journey Inn, Asahi Loft, ReGo Electric Conversions, All Things Herbal and Borton Volvo, including their subsidiaries, affiliates, parent or related companies, and their immediate families, are not eligible to enter. Open to couples getting married only, does not apply pertain to renewal of vows.
7. CONTEST DEADLINE. All entries must be received by Twin Cities Live no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1, 2011. KSTP-TV is not responsible for problems sending the questionnaire or photo, technical or atmospheric conditions that disrupt the completion of the web site entry, or any other problems which might or might not result from this contest.
8. RELEASE; CONSENT TO USE LIKENESS, VOICE AND ADDRESS: The winner must execute an affidavit of eligibility. The winner (a) agrees to release and indemnify Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc., KSTP-TV, LLC, Minnesota Environmental Partnership, Living Green Expo, American Lung Association, Chowgirls, Laurie Schneider Photography, LLC, Tre Corda Trio, Nicholas Dircz, Artemisia, Bryant Lake Bowl, Zaega, Eco Envelopes, Barrister Estate Jewelry, Goodwill Easter Seals, Lost & Found, Journey Inn, Asahi Loft, ReGo Electric Conversions, All Things Herbal and Borton Volvo (including their subsidiaries, affiliates, parent or related companies) from and against any and all liability, claims, damages and actions arising directly or indirectly out of or sustained in connection with the awarding, acceptance or use of the prize(s), and (b) consents to the use by KSTP-TV for promotional purposes only of his and her likeness and/or voice, address (city and state) and his or her contest entry (which may be posted on the KSTP-TV website and/or read on the air) without any additional compensation. By accepting the prize, the winning couple agrees to be bound by these official rules, including the above release. By entering this contest, each entrant consents to the use of his/her entry on the Twin Cities Live website and/or to be read on the air).
9. WINNER LIST: For the name of the winner, send a separate self-addressed, stamped envelope before June 30, 2011, to Winners List, Twin Cities Live Green Wedding, 3415 University Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55114.
10. MISCELLANEOUS:
Decisions of KSTP-TV concerning any and all matters with respect to this contest shall be final. KSTP-TV reserves the right to change these rules, as well as the terms and conditions of this contest, without notice. KSTP-TV reserves the right to change the prize values at any time, or to substitute prizes of comparable value. Contest void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law. Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable. KSTP-TV is not responsible for printing errors in the contest materials or these official rules. If the sponsors determine in their sole discretion that the integrity or fairness of this contest has been corrupted in any manner, the sponsors reserve the right to terminate the contest and to select a winner from among entries legitimately received prior to termination.
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