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DETROIT - In conjunction with the team's Hockeytown Cares platform, the Red Wings today announced details for the third annual Paint the Ice event at the award-winning Little Caesars Arena on Friday, April 12. By making a donation to benefit the Detroit Red Wings Foundation, fans can now register online to reserve a time slot to paint a personal message on a section of the ice at Little Caesars Arena in
The District Detroit
.

Participants can paint their personalized message on the ice surface by registering for a 30-minute time slot starting at 4:00 p.m., and concluding at 8:00 p.m. The Red Wings will provide paint and paintbrushes for all attendees, and complimentary parking in the Little Caesars Arena Garage is included with the donation. Participants are encouraged to take personal photos of their messages and designs with cameras and cell phones following each session.
"Building upon the success of Paint the Ice last season, the Detroit Red Wings Foundation is excited to bring this unique, family-friendly event back to Little Caesars Arena," said Kevin Brown, Director of Community Relations & Detroit Red Wings Foundation. "Paint the Ice offers fans of all ages an exclusive opportunity to create memorable moments on the same ice surface as their favorite Red Wings players - all while supporting the growth of hockey across Michigan."
The minimum donation for adults and children ages 11 and older is $23 per person. Participants under 11-years-old are $10 each, while children under 2-years-old are free.
A limited number of spots are available for the Paint the Ice event. Each 30-minute time slot is limited to 150 participants. Specific areas of the ice cannot be guaranteed and painting locations will be on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the event. All participants are encouraged to wear clothing and shoes suitable for the event.
For more information and to register to Paint the Ice, visit
www.DetroitRedWings.com/PaintTheIce
.
About Hockeytown Cares:
Hockeytown Cares serves as the Detroit Red Wings' official platform to create positive change across Michigan. In partnership with fans, key stakeholders and colleagues, the team leverages the power of hockey to provide innovative support focused on community investment and youth development. As part of Hockeytown Cares, the Detroit Red Wings Foundation continues to raise funds and resources in support of the growth of hockey within our community. To learn more about Hockeytown Cares, visit
www.DetroitRedWings.com/Community
.
About the Detroit Red Wings Foundation:
As part of the Hockeytown Cares community impact platform, the Detroit Red Wings Foundation invests in the future of our community by providing funds and resources to worthy causes that contribute to the growth of the sport of hockey. Annual initiatives introduce children and adults to the sport of hockey, importance of education, and benefits of living a healthy, active lifestyle. The Detroit Red Wings Foundation is an affiliate of Ilitch Charities, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more information, please visit
www.DetroitRedWings.com/Foundation
.