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Submissions Due: October 10
Submissions Due: October 10

Date and time is TBD

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Submissions Due: October 10

We’re exactly two weeks away from the entry deadline! All submissions are due Friday, October 10 at 5:00pm (HST). Click Here to learn more.

Time & Location

Date and time is TBD

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About the event

A few reminders:

  • Adult entries must be submitted through the CaFÉ registration platform. If you’re new to CaFÉ, we recommend exploring the site early to get comfortable.

  • Youth entries are submitted through a separate platform and are free of charge.

  • photo of your artwork is required for registration and will be used during the jurying process.


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