Willingdon Parade and Fair

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser

The Willingdon Fair opened their gats on a brand-new date this year, with festivities held on Saturday, June 22. The day kicked off with a pancake breakfast, then a parade at 11:00 kicked off the fair.

Winners of the parade competitions were announced at the Beef Lunch as follows:

Service or Community Organization: Hairy Hill Rodeo Willingdon 4H Hairy Hill Elks Novelty: Ultra

Commercial: Angie Dee Andrew gas bar Dressed Saddle Horse and Rider: Willingdon 4-H Willingdon Agricultural Society

Antique vehicle: Ervin George Kenney George and Velma Senko Local Government: County of Two Hills

Miscellaneous: Two Hills and Area Coalition

The Norma Farris Memorial Award presented by Doug and Betty Farris was awarded to the Two Hills Ukrainian Dancers.

After the awards were presented the Two Hills and Area Coalition was invited to say a few words about their programming this year. On behalf of the County and Reeve Goliatz, a councillor thanked the Willingdon Agricultural Society for the wonderful event. “When you think about how many volunteer hours people have donated in their whole lifetime, it’s unreal. It takes a lot to put on these events, so thank you for bringing our community together.”

In a message from the Recreation Centre society, Eugene said that while they thought the change in date might be tough, it was a testament to the local community that it was still well planned and attended.

After the luncheon, the festivities resumed with rodeo events, children’s games and activities, and more at the Agricultural grounds.