I'm sorry, dear @DGenevieve. I didn't have the last Gold event and I'm glad I got this fun event. Unfortunately, we have no influence on who receives which events.
The last time the levels were really hard, but I enjoy the challenge. Had to use a lollipop or two to beat them. Waiting for new boards so I can play this time!
I have now also completed part 2. From level 3 on the special map it becomes noticeably heavier and you need several attempts and sometimes some boosters.