The Town of Redvers was host to its annual Winterfest on Saturday, December 14. The one-day winter festival is a family-focused celebration that has something for everyone, no matter their age.
The day started off with a pancake breakfast at the Redvers Rec. Centre from 7:30 am to 10:00 am.
The Golden Age Centre was the headquarters for most registrations and many of the day’s activities. There was a town-wide scavenger hunt, horse drawn sleigh rides, a parade and a “fun curl”, to mention a few of the day’s 27 scheduled events. All activities were free for the kids, as well most were no charge for adults.
The Optimist Eatery and Café featured live music all day beginning at 10:30 am. The musical performers booked were Erin Brown and Kathy Kyle from Oxbow, Aaron James from Maryfield and local artist Brooke Ewert.
Redvers School hosted a matinee showing of the “Grinch”, as well as photos with Santa in the morning and afternoon.
The Legion Hall was a hub of activity featuring a craft and trade show. There were twenty-six tables with lots of great stuff for Christmas presents, everything from carved antlers, jewelry, pottery, home made soaps and beauty products. The craft show vendors were up in numbers substantially from the previous year and sales were brisk.
The Golden Age Centre [GAC] was host to many of the day’s events, with the Creative Canvas producing a good turnout. It was instructed by Chylisse Marchand. Also at the GAC, was a Christmas Lego display, Rice Crispy sculptures and Christmas ornaments crafts.
The day was a cool one weatherwise and featured an early evening bonfire, to take the chill off, appropriately put on by the Redvers Fire Department. They served a delicious pulled pork supper, as well there was an adult hot chocolate booth close by for some added warmth.
The Winterfest committee consists of Christina Birch, Melissa Toms and Courtney Gavelin. This is its third year and despite the cold temperatures it was a hub of activity with over a thousand people attending.
“Our committee focuses on providing family fun that is of no cost for those in attendance”, said Birch.
“We are very appreciative of the support we receive from the community. Our festival wouldn’t have evolved to where it is today without the support from our business community, non-profit organizations, and local residents. Whether it is through sponsorship or by hosting an activity, we couldn’t do this without them.”
