30th Annual Father’s Day Event Held in Vegreville

30th Annual Father’s Day Event Held in Vegreville

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

Even the rain could keep away crowds from enjoying the 30th Annual Father’s Day Event at the Vegreville fair grounds on June 18.

Irma area residents Joe and Amber Glover with daughters Porshe and Aubrianna.

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Well over 1,000 people took in the fun-filled family outing which featured a Show ‘n Shine, Demo Derby, Mini Tractor and ATV Pulls, Power Wheels Derby, Mini-Market Trade Show as well as a variety of special displays. The rain didn’t dampen the spirits of Vegreville residents George and Velma Sample who were more than thrilled to talk to folks who stopped by to say hello and get a peek at their classy 1951 Pontiac Chieftain car. At 90 years young, the couple just love to visit with folks and can often be seen in local parades throughout the summer months.

George Sample, (wearing cowboy hat) talks with Show ‘n Shine visitor.

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They are members of the Vegreville Iron Runners Auto

Club, which co-hosted the event along with the Vegreville Agricultural Society.

Exciting action in the derby pit.

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Exciting action in the derby pit.

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There were a total of 36 registered vehicles in the Show ‘n Shine. Three of those vehicles included: 1970 Coronet R-T 440-6pk, 4 speed convertible, 1970 Coronet 383 automatic Super Bee Tribute car and a 1978 Cadillac Opera Coupe. They belong to the Glover family from the Irma area. On hand for the event was dad Joe, mom Amber and daughters Aubrianna and Porshe.

Youngster raises their arms in victory after a heat in the Power Wheels Derby

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The Demo Derby saw a total of 9 trucks and 6 cars compete in what was a muddy affair that the crowd was thrilled to see. “The crowd was very receptive,” said Organizer Ken Gulevich. Entries came from as far away as Lethbridge and Peace River, Edson and Sylvan Lake as well as Edmonton.

Power Wheels Derby in progress in front of the grandstand.

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Overall, “everything went well” and Gulevich said both the drivers and crowd left the grounds happy in the end.