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16th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee 

The ROC Chalet
Friday, May 23
6:00 p.m. 
For ages 18+
Tickets are $50.00 per person.
Tickets are now on sale at all GPL branches.

What is the Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee?

Bringing together friends, residents, volunteers, local businesses, politicians, non-profits, and some excellent spellers, the 16th Annual Grate Groan-Up Spelling Bee aims to provide extra support to our library system.

With the generous donations and support of the Georgina Business community, we have been able to:

  • increase the programs and services offered including the recent Planetarium visit
  • Truth and Reconciliation events in partnership with the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation
  • new additions to the Maker Space and much more.

Teams of three will compete for the coveted title and bragging rights of being the Best Spellers in Georgina.

With your support, we can unlock the new possibilities for our community.

How can I get involved?
  • Become a Bee Sponsor: We offer four, tailored sponsorship tiers to ensure the perfect fit for your business involvement.
  • Enter or Sponsor a Team: Enter a team of three people in the Bee, or sponsor a non-profit team's entry.
  • Donate Goods: Contribute an item for our silent action or door prizes.
  • Attend the Event: Purchase a ticket to enjoy an evening of fun entertainment and great food with friends and neighbours. 
Why do we do it? 
  • To promote literacy in our community.
  • To bring people together for a fun night to celebrate the library
  • To help the library raise funds for extra items that improve the Library
  • To help the library fund events, technology, and improvements to the community space 
How do I get on a team? 
  • The $250.00 entry fee includes entry of one team of three into the Spelling Bee, buffet dinner, and gift bag for each team member.
  • The entry fee can be paid by the team or you can find sponsors to cover the cost.
  • You can reserve tickets for cheerleaders at $50.00 per person.
  • Extra dinner tickets for Team Supporters are available for $50.00 each.
  • Some sponsorship levels include more tickets and advertising.
  • Complete the Team Entry Form online, fax, or return the form to any of our locations by Tuesday, May 6.
  • Payment made be made at any library location with proof of Team entry. Please make cheques payable to Georgina Public Library.
Tax receipts for Team Entries that are paid by cheque are sent to the person and address listed on the cheque. 
What if I can't find other team members? 
You can let us know that you are interested in joining a team in case another team is short a member.  
What if my team can't find a sponsor or raise enough money? 
  • We may be able to help you find a partial sponsor to top up the money you have raised. We help find sponsors for non-profit organizations.  
Can I just to come to watch? 
  • Absolutely. You can buy a ticket starting in April for $50.00 at any library location. You can even tell us at which Team's table you would like to sit. Tickets include buffet dinner, dessert, coffee/tea, and a door prize ticket. 
Where can I buy tickets? 
  • Tickets are now on sale at all GPL branches.
  • Tickets are $50.00 per person. 
  • Tickets won't be available at the door on the night of the Spelling Bee.
  • We accept cash, Debit, Visa, MasterCard or cheques payable to Georgina Public Library.
How do I sponsor a team? 
  • Check out the different levels of sponsorship.
  • Fill out the Sponsor form and email the completed form by email to Amanda Connors. Please ask us about other ways to pay.  
What levels of sponsorship are there? 

Bee Hive Sponsor ($1000.00)
Ideal sponsorship opportunity for businesses

  • Automatic entry of one team of three for the Bee OR the entry of one non-profit team
  • Five Team Supporter tickets
  • Promotion on the GPL website and social media platforms
  • Public recognition and gratitude throughout The Bee including the Event Program (half a page)
  • Recognition and promo at publicity events

Worker Bee Sponsor ($500.00) 
Perfect team-building opportunity

  • Automatic entry of one team of three for the Bee OR the entry of one non-profit team
  • Two Team Supporter tickets
  • Promotion on the GPL website and social media platforms
  • Public recognition and gratitude throughout The Bee including the Event Program (name in program)

Honeycomb Sponsor ($250.00)
Great way to support Georgina Public Library

  • Automatic entry of one team of three for the Bee OR the entry of one non-profit team
  • Promotion on the GPL website and social media platforms
  • Public recognition and gratitude throughout The Bee including the Event Program (name in program)

Beekeeper Sponsor ($125.00)
A sweet deal including:

  • Promotion on the GPL website and social media platforms
  • Public recognition and gratitude throughout The Bee including the Event Program (name in program)

Please make cheques payable to Georgina Public Library and send all payments to: Amanda Connors, c/o Georgina Public Library. For more information, please email Bobbi Sabatini or call 647-278-0083 or email Amanda Connors or call 905-722-5702 for more information. 
For full details, check out our Sponsorship Opportunities. 

How do I contribute to the silent auction? 
Please contact email Bobbi Sabatini or call 647-278-0083  or email Amanda Connors or call 905-722-5702 for more information to arrange pick up of a donation. 
Questions? 
  • Drop into any of our library locations and service desk staff will help you.
  • Email us
  • Phone us 

 

 

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