Holden Pig Roast

Holden Pig Roast

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser

Over 30 years of pig roasting tradition were celebrated at the Holden Legion Hall on Saturday, August 10th with a hearty meal provided by the legion volunteers.

Guests from all throughout the surrounding community took time from farming, weekend relaxation, or visiting local fairs to cash in their tickets for the event and enjoy the fruits of hours of labour.

“We started the roast at around five this morning,” said Legion President Ernest Rudy. “My wife was out here injecting it with the spices and stuff to get that great pig roast flavour, and the ladies in the kitchen prepared sides… it makes for a long day, but it’s worth it in the end.” Following last year’s enormous celebration of 90 years for the Holden Legion, the crowd was smaller but no less enthusiastic about the food and community spirit that surround the event. The Holden Legion Pig Roast helps to raise funds for the Legion, so that they may continue to provide help to the 56 Nootka Sea Cadets in Holden, war veterans, and community events that need support. During grace, those in attendance expressed their thankfulness for our beautiful county, for fellowship, and the food they shared. Holden Legion’s President Ernie Rudy expressed gratitude also to all who attended to show their support for the event, members and nonmembers alike.