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June 15-21, 2017 Long, Long Drive Contest What a great opportunity! Hitting a golf ball down an airport runway. The annual long drive contest on the Fairmont airport runway is this Friday, June 16 from 4 to 7 pm. Entry is $15 for 3 balls ($10 for 12 and under) and there are some great prizes (mostly golf passes). Proceeds go to the Fairmont Community Association. There are categories for men, ladies, senior men, senior ladies and juniors (12 and under). Lots of prizes are available. Get more info at 250-345-6346. It is lots of fun. The key is to hit it straight and it will just keep going. There is a participants’ BBQ at Mountainside Grill to follow starting at 4 pm for $10/ person.
Quick Run Yesterday I broke my personal record for the 100 meter dash. I made it 63 meters.
Roast Chicken Dinner This Friday, June 16, enjoy a roast chicken dinner at the Invermere Legion. Friday night dinners begin at 6:30 pm and include a full meal with entrée, side dishes, salad,
dessert and a coffee or tea. It is always a fun, social evening. The Legion folks have been working hard organizing the parade for the Canada Day celebrations. We are hoping for lots of floats this year. Remember to try your luck with the 50/50 and meat draws every Friday and Saturday evening. It is nice to be a winner. And they are still hosting Texas Hold’Em Poker on Thursday evenings.
Beer Festival The 6th Annual East Kootenay Beer Festival is happening this Saturday, June 17 at the Fairmont Ski Area from 4pm to 8 pm. Enjoy beer and cider tastings from several unique Canadian breweries while listening to live music by ‘Fraid Knot’. Your $59 ticket also gives you access to an awesome after party with more music provided by great local bands. Call 1-800-6634979.
Wilmer Bingo This coming Wednesday, June 21, the Wilmer Community Club is hosting a Bingo at the Wilmer Hall from 7 pm to 9 pm. Lots of games and lots of fun.
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