Get ready to get puzzled at Powderhorn Park! The neighborhood's recreation center is calling all brainiacs for a two-day jigsaw throwdown, with this year's Powderhorn Puzzle Competitions slated for March 15 and 16, courtesy of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. If you think you're fast at fitting pieces together, now's your chance to prove it—whether you fly solo or roll deep with a squad of up to four.
There's a level for everybody, from young whiz kids to adult aficionados. The youth competitions on Friday are free entry, welcoming ages 6 through 18, while the main event on Saturday costs $20 per table. Grab your friends or show up alone—just make sure someone's got you on the list. According to the official announcement, "Only one person per team has to register."
Kiddo contenders take the stage first on Friday with their nimble fingers, tackling puzzles designed just for their age bracket. Running from 6-8 pm, the younger brigade takes on a 100-piece challenge, while older kids will match wits against a 300-piece contender. Remember, it's a race against the clock, with a mere two hours to secure victory. Get in on the action and register before the clock runs out.
The adults have their day in the spotlight that follows, as Saturday offers two separate competitions to indulge in some serious puzzling. Looking for light play or a serious strategic battle? Choose between the 300- or 500-piece puzzle in the morning, or step it up with the 500- or 1000-piece behemoths in the afternoon. Every session is a sprint to the finish, packed within a two-hour frame, ensuring that the pressure is on and the brain gears are turning. Slots are limited, and a minor investment is all it takes. Take your shot at becoming Powderhorn's premier puzzle champion by registering through the link provided at the end of the Powellhorn announcement. Don your thinking caps, and may the sharpest minds prevail.
