Letter from the Cooperstown Winter Carnival Committee
‘Time To Shine In Wintertime’
The Cooperstown Winter Carnival Committee is thrilled to announce the theme for the 57th annual Cooperstown Winter Carnival, along with the return of the highly anticipated January Calendar Raffle Fundraiser. The carnival will kick off on Thursday evening, January 30, and run through Sunday, February 2, 2025. Event details will be shared on the official website, www.cooperstownwintercarnival.com, in January 2025.
This year, the committee invited the community to submit theme ideas that encapsulate the spirit of Cooperstown and the charm of the winter season. After reviewing more than 35 creative entries, the chosen theme for 2025 is “A Time To Shine in Wintertime,” submitted by H. Stephen Phillips. The committee believes this theme perfectly captures the whimsical and rejuvenating essence of winter, offering a much-needed mid-season celebration for locals and visitors alike.
Organized under the umbrella of the Cooperstown Lions Club, the Winter Carnival is a fully volunteer-driven event that relies on community donations. To help fund this year’s festivities, the committee is excited to bring back the January Calendar Raffle Fundraiser for its second year.
Raffle details are:
- Tickets: Donation of $10.00 for one ticket or $50.00 for six tickets.
- Sales Period: Now through Friday, December 27, 2024.
- Drawing Dates: Daily in January 2025.
- Prizes: $100.00 winners announced every day on the Cooperstown Winter Carnival Facebook page.
Tickets can be purchased in person from the committee members listed below or at the Cooperstown Farmers’ Market on the following dates: November 16, 23, and 30, and December 7 and 17.
The committee invites everyone to join in the fun and support this cherished winter tradition.
Cooperstown Winter Carnival Committee:
Nancy Angerer
Kristen Bellois
Marcy Birch
Rosemary Brodersen
Kate Dwyer
Bill Francis
Cay Franck
Keith Gulla
Veronica Pokorny
Larissa Ryan