CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF RICHER NEWS!
Volume 20 Issue 4
Rodeo 2017 Attracts Record Attendance
September 2017
The Richer Rough Stock Rodeo is over for another year and was deemed a success by organizers as record crowds came through the gate to take in the rodeo, music, food and family entertainment. event and all the guests who came from The committee would like near and far to take in the weekend. to thanks all the sponsors After a short break, organizers will start who supported the annual planning the 2018 event.
Richer to Complete Rodeo Arena Project with Farm Credit Canada Support Farm Credit Canada (FCC) has announced in August it will help the Richer Community Club (RCC) with its permanent rodeo arena project through its AgriSpirit Fund with a $20,000 grant. FCC is giving $1.5 million through its program to 78 community groups across Canada to support rural capital projects. In honour of Canada’s 150th anniversary, the fund was increased from $1 million. ADVERTISE in the
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“The FCC AgriSpirit Fund is an investment in rural Canada,” said Sophie Perreault, FCC executive vice-president and chief operating officer. “It’s about partnering with individuals and groups who are committing their time and energy for the purpose of bettering their communities.” “We couldn’t be more thrilled,” says Dan Guetre, RCC board member and Richer Rodeo committee member. “This generous funding is a vote of confidence for our community and will not only increase the accessibility to Dawson Trail Park but save our committee money and time annually.” Previously, the rodeo committee has had to rent the rodeo arena for events held at the park. A per-
manent structure will save on this rental cost and the volunteer time it takes to set up the structure before each event. It will also attract other events to the community. “We are looking at a few turn key events that can be hosted here in Richer,” explained Guetre. “Every event we host brings in visitors and revenue to the area creating economic spinoffs. We appreciate the generosity of Farm Credit Canada and thank them for recognizing the value in our project.” The Richer Rodeo Committee is looking forward to hosting additional events and groups ranging from 4H, Gymkhana, barrel racing and livestock shows. “Over the years we have developed the space, the seating and other aspects of the park to attract residents and visitors… this project development is the icing on the cake,” says Guetre. “It will open a lot of doors to a variety of events.” The FCC AgriSpirit Fund awards between $5,000 and $25,000 for community improvement projects, such as hospitals and medical centres, fire and rescue equipment, playgrounds, food banks, libraries, arenas, swimming pools, recreation areas, and community centres. Nationally, 1,214 applications were received this year which demonstrates how invested rural Canadians are in their commu-
nities. Over the past 14 years, the FCC AgriSpirit Fund has supported almost 1,100 projects, an investment of more than $12 million.
Caisse Supports Rodeo Arena Project
The Richer Community Club was the recipient of a $3,500 grant from Caisse Financial Group recently to put towards its permanent rodeo arena project. The Richer Rough Stock Rodeo committee organizes the annual rodeo and has seen the event grow into one of southeast Manitoba’s largest outdoor events. The recent event saw attendance increase over the previous year. “It’s one great success story you can be proud of year after year and the Caisse is proud to be a contributor and community partner!” said Raymond Bédard with Caisse Financial Group.
Crib Club News
Richer Crib Club met on Aug. 8th for the final Summer Tournament, and we had a great time, as usual. Our winners for the night were Gayle Carriere in first place, Roger Andres in second, Norm Burnell in third, and Lucy Richard got the dimes for fourth place. Dennis Brown got the booby prize, and a visitor from Winnipeg, Cathie Addison won the 50/50. Congratulations everyone! Regular bi-weekly crib tournaments will be starting on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 7 pm at the Young at Hearts. Free coffee and snacks and entry fee is only $5! Plan to join us for a fun evening!
Thank You!
The Richer Daycare would like to thank the following sponsors that helped out with the Rodeo Pancake Breakfast‌ Standard Nutrition, Parrish & Heimbecker, Country Meat & Sausage, Maple Leaf Foods, Gagnon Prime Cuts, Countryside Eggs, RVP, Hub International, Caisse Financial Group and the Dawson Trail Dispatch. We also thank the many volunteers that helped out during the event‌ with you it was a great success! Our 50/50 draw was won by Jannette Pantel from Winnipeg. The Richer Community Club is She took home $410!
2018 Richer Community Club Calendars starting to gather information and sell ads spaces for the 2018 community calendars. Local businesses will be listed and a different photo displayed for each month. Families have the option of listing their birthdays, anniversaries and memorials. If you want to have this information listed, please email the names as you would like them to appear on the calendar, along with the date and category (B, A, or M). For example: John Smith, Feb 15, B; John and Jill Smith, Sept 23, A. The information can be emailed to richercalendars@hotmail.com or phone Sarah at 204-422-6311. Advertising spaces will be sold for as little as $100 a block. The calendar is a great way for local businesses and organizations to advertise because their ad is displayed year round. Profits made through advertising will go towards improvements to our playground area in the Richer Dawson Trail Park. If you have any great community photos you would like to submit, email them to address above. We need a lot of photos to fill up each page of the calendar.
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Friday, September 29: Deadline for submissions for the October issue of the EnRicher.
The Richer Community Club regular meeting is September 13, 7:30 pm at the LUD Community Hall.
Saturday, September 9 and 23: Recycling Collection. 9:30 am - 12 noon. 1st stop Burnell’s Foods, 2nd Stop Richer Inn, 3rd stop Tibeauville, 4th stop Timberline, with the 5th stop at the Richer Husky where the recyclers will remain until noon. Recycling can also be dropped off in the recycling shed located in the Richer Husky parking lot at your convenience.
CALENDAR!
The Richer Dawson Trail Museum committee will hold their annual Fall Supper on September 17 from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Richer Young at Heart Hall. We will be serving roast beef dinner with all the trimmings. Tickets are available at the door. Adults $15, 6 to 12 years $7 and children 5 and under dine for free. We will hold a 50/50 door prize draw. If you are willing to help during these hours please call Yvonne at 204 422 9369. The Dawson Trail Museum is opened on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm. Come visit with your family and friends. Tour fee is $5 per visitor. We will also resume our regular meetings on September 11 at the LUD Hall at 1 pm. Paradise Squares Dance club will begin their new season on Sept. 12 at 7 pm with a Start-Up Dance at the Paradise Village Rec. Hall. Modern Square Dancing is fun and a great social activity. Dancing is Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9:30 pm. We dance from September to May. The Start-Up Dance is free for beginners and new dancers. Couples and singles are welcome. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. For further info contact Larry at 204-422-5424 / Joy at 204-422-8080. Every Monday: A.A. Meeting, 7:308:30 p.m. at LUD Hall. Open to all. SPMF Monday Night Bingos in Richer. Doors open at 5:30 pm; Earlybirds at 7 pm Followed by Regular Bingo. Check out our Facebook page “SPMF Monday Night Bingo in Richer” & “Like” us. LGA Lic. # 4164. Richer Community Club Chase the Ace every Saturday at the Richer Inn. Tickets only $1 and on sale from 5:30 pm until 7:45 pm. Pot grows every week until won and is over $16,000! Richer Fellowship Church at 50 Southeast Drive service is Sundays at 10:30 am with Pastor Ben Funk. Everyone is welcome.
Richer Fireside Youth During the summer months the Youth moms have been attending Essential Oils classes at Suzanne Randell’s home. Suzanne offers a beautiful selection of oils that can be sampled or applied and would like to help women in the community of Richer discover the health benefits of using doterra products. If you would like information on upcoming classes please contact Suzanne at 204-381-0044 or mydoterra.com/suzannerandell. On Aug.17-20 some of our youth attended a Teen Retreat weekend at Fisher Bay Bible Camp. Many activities such as paintballing were offered, while guest speakers challenged Youth to keep going forward with God. On Aug.28 the Youth had their last Wiener Roast Monday of the summer at the fireside and games such as kickball and capture the flag always brings a great turnout! Youth for ages 12-17 yrs. will begin at the Richer School Gym on Friday, Sept. 15 and Friday, Sept. 29 from 7-9 pm. Youth will learn biblical life lessons,
From The Pastor’s Desk
By Pastor Ben Funk Wow, August has been a busy month. Started out by getting on our Harley’s and traveling to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis South Dakota, took in the Richer Rodeo, etc. What an exciting time that was. We were glad to be a small part of the volunteering crew at this event. This week I went fishing with my grand children to the Whiteshell. You see, life is quite normal at our house, really no different than at most other homes or families. That is what we so enjoy about Richer Fellowship Church… we are a family of ordinary people who live lives that are occupied with personal interests. Yet life includes a significant spiritual element that celebrates a valued personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Relationship with God is a high priority yet it does not diminish relationship with our neighbours and our friends and our interests. The people at Richer Fellowship connect well with life and general life responsibilities, both personally and in the community. Richer Fellowship is always open to visitors and people with curiosity, all we ask that you come with an open mind. Come and visit us and experience your home town church as we worship God and lean of His Christ in Richer. We meet Sundays at 10:30 am at 50 Southeast Drive. Cheers.
play sports and build friendships. There is no cost but parents must register their Youth once for the school year. For more info please contact Michelle Driedger at 204-424-5216 or email richerfiresideyouth@gmail.com.