WHATCOM – The 2012 Whatcom County Arts & Crafts Contest will be held Tuesday, April 17 at the Rome Grange. This event is open to all residents who want to submit a craft item, including knit, crochet, sew, paint, carve, paste, cut, stain, sculpt, or photograph. Winning entries are eligible for cash prizes at the State competition in June. There are categories for adults and children. Full details can be found in the Program Handbook, available on the State Grange website at atwa-grange.org. Contact Edye Regions at (360) 398-8820 or edyeye@live.com with any questions. Take entries to the Rome Grange on Sunday, April 15 from 3 to 6 p.m or Monday, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public viewing is Tuesday, April 17 at 6 p.m.