REDVERS - For the second year in a row, perfect weather contributed to a successful Winterfest in the town of Redvers.
Children of all ages participated and enjoyed the many activities that took place.
At the Redvers School, kids had their pictures taken with Santa Claus. They enjoyed games of Laser Tag and Strike a Light in the gymnasium.
It was a total town effort as the tennis courts were converted into a skating rink complete with outdoor lighting. The ice surface proved to be very popular and the Town of Redvers plans to keep it in use all winter long.
The sleigh rides were a popular attraction and the Redvers Winterfest committee thanks Nelson Motors for arranging that service. A bouncy castle and hot apple cider were provided by Redvers OneChurch. Christmas glitter tattoos were available at Grandma’s Closet.
Courtesy of Painted Prairie Cactus of Maryfield, children enrolled in two crafting classes. The Redvers businesses all had related discounts and bargains in their stores.
Wendy Luyten organized the trade show at the Royal Canadian Legion’s Redvers hall.
“The 18 vendors were happy with the day and there was a steady flow of traffic. There was a nice variety of Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers with Lynda Hainsworth winning the lovely Christmas basket door prize,” said Luyten. “Organized by Brooklyn Garnier and the Grade 12 graduating class, they served up delicious bowls of chili as a fundraiser.
“It was my first time organizing the trade show and I really enjoyed myself. Looking forward to doing it again next year.”
A parade in the town was once again a big attraction.
A cribbage tournament was held at the Golden Age Centre and was well attended. The Redvers Fire Department set up a junior obstacle course at the Today’s Electronics parking lot. The large crowd in attendance enjoyed the crackling bonfire and hot chocolate. There was a memory tree lighting ceremony at the corner of Broadway and Railway Avenue.
Before the Redvers Rockets senior hockey game versus the Carlyle Cougars, a kids were able to enjoy the pregame skate with their heroes.
Once again, this year, the chief organizers of the Redvers Winterfest were Kendra Miller, Kayleen Gaudet and Megan Ellison.
“Thank-you to all you of the volunteers and committee members that helped this year. We had tremendous attendance and with over 20 floats participating, our parade was bigger and better than ever. Our committee is really looking forward to hosting an even bigger event in 2023,” said Miller.
