The 2016 Lowell Macaroni Kid Gold Daisy Awards are open for nominations!
Who do parents turn to when they want to find the best places to go, restaurants, doctors, dance classes, or even plumbers? Other parents!!! We want YOU to nominate the businesses that you, your kids, and your family love in Lowell, Dracut, Tewksbury, Billerica, North Billerica, Chelmsford, North Chelmsford, Tyngsboro, Dunstable, Westford, Littleton, and Groton. This is your chance to give a shout-out to all of those awesome local businesses you go to all the time, and help other families to learn about these great places too!
Who do parents turn to when they want to find the best places to go, restaurants, doctors, dance classes, or even plumbers? Other parents!!! We want YOU to nominate the businesses that you, your kids, and your family love in Lowell, Dracut, Tewksbury, Billerica, North Billerica, Chelmsford, North Chelmsford, Tyngsboro, Dunstable, Westford, Littleton, and Groton. This is your chance to give a shout-out to all of those awesome local businesses you go to all the time, and help other families to learn about these great places too!
January 6 to 22: NOMINATE your favorite businesses and spread the word to local friends and family to submit their nominations!
January 27 to February 8: VOTE for the best in each category from the top 3 nominations! Share with friends and family so they can vote too!
February 10: Winners will be announced!
January 27 to February 8: VOTE for the best in each category from the top 3 nominations! Share with friends and family so they can vote too!
February 10: Winners will be announced!
CLICK HERE NOW to nominate local businesses
via our on-line form.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Nominate your favorite businesses and you will be automatically entered for a chance to win a $25 gift card to the local business OF YOUR CHOICE! We'll give a $25 gift card every week during nominations (total of 2 gift cards).
WHAT THE WINNING BUSINESSES RECEIVE
The winning business in each category will receive a free Business Directory listing for one year under the 2016 Gold Daisy Winners category, a WINNER window cling or certificate, a graphic to post on your website and Facebook page, bragging rights, and the satisfaction of knowing that Lowell Macaroni Kid families think you're the best! Plus, one GRAND PRIZE WINNER that receives the most votes overall will receive a free three-month advertising package, which includes a free website and newsletter ad, advertorials, event listings, and social media ($495 value).
Business owners, would you like materials to promote the Gold Daisy Awards at your location and encourage more nominations and votes? Download our full-page sign and quarter-page flyers for your front desk or cashiers!
Business owners, would you like materials to promote the Gold Daisy Awards at your location and encourage more nominations and votes? Download our full-page sign and quarter-page flyers for your front desk or cashiers!
RULES
- Only one nomination form per email address. Additional forms submitted from the same email address or forms with non-existent email addresses will be deleted.
- The Nomination period will run from Wednesday January 6 to Friday January 22 at 11:59 PM EST.
- The Final Voting period will run from Wednesday January 27 through Monday February 8 at 11:59 PM EST.
- All eligible persons nominating and voting must be 18 years or older and reside in the United States.
- All businesses nominated must be located in one of these towns: Lowell, Dracut, Tewksbury, Billerica, North Billerica, Chelmsford, North Chelmsford, Tyngsboro, Dunstable, Westford, Littleton, and Groton. Any businesses that are located in other towns will be excluded from final voting.
- All persons nominating will be entered to win a $25 gift card to the local business of their choice (2 winners picked on 1/14, and 1/21). Winners will be selected from all eligible entries using Random.org. Winner will be notified by email.
- If Grand Prize Winner is a current sponsor, the three-month advertising package will be added on as an extension to their current contract.
The nomination categories are listed below. You can enter businesses in as few or as many categories as you like!
ENTERTAINMENT
Bowling Lanes
Indoor Playspace
Miniature Golf
Pick-Your-Own Farm
Party Destination for Children Age 0-6
Party Destination for Children Age 7-12
CLASSES & LESSONS FOR CHILDREN
Arts & Crafts
Dance
Martial Arts
Toddler/Preschool Music
Instrumental Music
Gymnastics
Swimming
Sports
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math-related)
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math-related)
Drama
EDUCATION & CHILD CARE
Daycare Center
Preschool/Nursery School
CAMPS & SUMMER PROGRAMS
Summer Day Camp
Technology Camp
Specialty Camp
Overnight Camp
Technology Camp
Specialty Camp
Overnight Camp
FOOD & DRINK
Family Restaurant
Best Breakfast
"Date Night" Restaurant
Coffee Shop
Coffee Shop
Subs/Pizza/Takeout
Bakery
Ice Cream
Birthday Cakes
Birthday Cakes
CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture) Program
SHOPPING
Consignment Event
Clothing Consignment/Thrift Store
Home Consignment Store
Party Supplies & Rental
Farm Stand
Candy Store
Appliance Store
Garden Center
Clothing Consignment/Thrift Store
Home Consignment Store
Party Supplies & Rental
Farm Stand
Candy Store
Appliance Store
Garden Center
SPECIALTY SERVICES
Pediatrician
Children's Dentist
Eye Doctor
Optician/Optical Shop
Eye Doctor
Optician/Optical Shop
Orthodontist
Spa
Nail Salon
Adult Hair Salon
Children's Hair Salon/Barber
Workout Gym
Family Photographer
Veterinarian/Animal Hospital
Family Photographer
Veterinarian/Animal Hospital
HOME SERVICES
Plumber
Electrician
General Contractor
Landscape Service
Heating/Cooling Installation & Service
Auto Repair
