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WHAT IS HAPPENING IN 2012 IN THE EVANSBURG, ENTWISTLE, AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITY?

February 20                             Family Day Celebrations Join the fun for the entire family at the Evansburg Arena.  There is a pancake breakfast and entertainment for the whole family.  Phone the arena @780-727-4340
March 17-18                             Goodtimers Hockey Draft Lace up the skates and join in this senior hockey weekend.  The draft is held on Friday night, and games run through the weekend. Phone Fred @ 780-727-4209
March 19-20                                 Grand Trunk Entertainment Tonight Variety Show Our high school students put their talents up on stage in a show to thrill every age.  Enjoy dance, singing, and skits that’ll have you rollin’ in the aisles.  Phone Chantal @ 780-727-3925
April 28                                  Grouch’s Ball Our Evansview Elementary Parents Advisory Council hosts a dressy affair at the Legion Hall.  The event has a live and silent auction to raise money for the elementary school.  It’s a great supper followed by a live band.  Phone Tove @ 780-727-2674
May 4                                       Seniors Tea Seniors can enjoy an afternoon of sweets and tea, and entertainment provided by students and locals. It’s held at Grand Trunk High School.  Phone Chantal @ 780-727-3925 
May 12 to October             Farmer's Market The Evansburg Farmers Market opens on Main Street until October.  The market is open Saturdays from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 pm.  Vendors call Al @ 780-727-3526
June 1-2                            Wildwood Bronc Bustin” Wildwood hosts this sanctioned event that brings together the best saddleback riders.  The stakes are high, and the fun lasts and lasts.  Enjoy the stage show on Saturday night. Phone Rod @ 780-325-2528
June 8-10                            Rangeton Folk Festival Rangeton Park is a hidden gem located north of Evansburg on the Pembina River.  Enjoy a weekend full of music with performers ranging from country to folk to blues to rock. Call Wendy @780-786-4824
July 1                                            Canada Day Celebrations Entwistle hosts Friday evening fireworks, a Saturday parade at noon, and a variety of other games and events to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Call Trina @ 780-727-2528
June 30-July 1                        Entwistle Rodeo Here is another part of the homecoming events, a full event amateur rodeo that cannot be matched for fun and excitement.  Be sure to get tickets for both days, as you’ll want more of the action!  The rodeo grounds are in south Entwistle. Phone Trina @ 780-727-2528
July 13-14                                      Pembina Nights Enjoy a weekend of great folk music in the setting of the lovely Rangeton Park.  Top notch entertainment—you’ll be surprised just how good.  Hurry in early for a camping spot.  Call Calvin @ 780-325-2189
July 13-14                                  Chip Lake Music Festival The scenic Chip Lake near Wildwood is the background setting for the Chip Lake Music Festival.  Chip Lake has a nice camping area, and is a wonderful spot to get back to nature. Call Elmer @ 780-325-2119
Aug 10-12                            Pembina Valley Daze Join the village of Evansburg in their celebration.  Friday night starts off with a car rally and steak barbeque at the Legion.  Saturday morning has a pancake breakfast, parade, farmers market, kids’ zone, and more. Enjoy the barbeques and beer gardens at the Legion. Call Noreen @780-727-3753
Aug 11                                       Lone Wolves Pembina River Run Included in the PV Daze activities--the Lone Wolves Antique Hot Rod car club has been making its way to Evansburg’s main street for over 30 years.  Enjoy a show and shine of over100 cars, from noon to 3:30 p.m. on main on Saturday.  Call Jack @ 780-727-2038.  If you are interested in entering a hot rod, call too.
Aug 17                                Wildwood Agricultural Fair Enjoy the old-time atmosphere at the Wildwood Fair.  The parade and fair run Friday.  There is something for everyone at one of the oldest fairs in Alberta. It’s a must see!  Call Anna Clare @ 780-786-4649
Oct. 2                                    Heritage Festival—Oktoberfest Help us celebrate our community’s diverse cultural heritage.  Each year we celebrate on of the traditions of our population. This year is Oktoberfest. Enjoy the exceptional food of the culture as well as dancing and entertainment.  Call Gisele @ 780-727-3868
Nov. 11                                Remembrance Day Celebrations The Legion hosts the Remembrance ceremony honoring our soldiers and servicemen, followed by a program and a meal.  
Nov 17                                     Santa’s Anonymous Dinner, Dance and Auction Enjoy a great meal and dance and a huge live auction.  Proceeds go to the Santa’s Anonymous Campaign.  Wildwood hall is the sight of this event.  Contact Irene @ 780-727-2393
Nov 30                              Moonlight Madness Mainstreet Evansburg turns on the Christmas lights, and the kicks off the Holiday shopping season.  Look for fantastic deals, Santa’s arrival, and sleigh rides. Contact Candice @ 780-727-4438
January 12, 2013                   Ukrainian New Years Come celebrate the heritage of our community at the Park court Hall, located north of Evansburg.   The food is wonderful, and there is a live band.  Don’t miss it.  Contact Joan @ 780-727-2138
Other events that occur on an ongoing basis:
Entwistle Elks Steak Suppers 3rd Saturday of each month
Ladies Aux.  Meat Draw and Barbeque each Friday 
Evansburg Legion Meat Draw each Saturday 
Wildwood Jamborees 3rd Wednesday of each month
Entwistle Jamborees 3rd Saturday of each month
Magnolia Jamborees 2nd Saturday of each month
Ravine Jamborees 1st  Saturday of each month
If you would like to add an event, please contact Cheryl @ 780-727-6671 or This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it  

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