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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 12 MONDAY JULY 1, 2019
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JULY 22, 2019 PAGE 11
Edson prepares to celebrate ‘Community Colours in the Park’
by Cassie Kushniruk People's Day [on June 23], we are Community Art Project headed up revealed on the day of the event.
excited to have the opportunity to by local artist Maddy Sharman. “A “Though we've reduced the
As part of the Town of Edson's Art bring the Indigenous performers Community Art project is a way for number of events this year, this Art
in the Park summer series, back,” Inscho mentioned. “Their art individuals to contribute their own in the Park will have more
'Community Colours in the Park' on and culture is a perfect fit for our flare to create a larger, public art activities, music, art, and food than
July 27 will celebrate the 'colours' Community Colours theme.” piece,” Inscho explained. “Anyone any Art in the Park celebrations to
of Edson and the surrounding area Indigenous entertainers Tamarack who wants to take part will get to date,” said Inscho.“Please come and
through a variety of local Band, Mountain Cree Drummers, create their piece of the project at support our local Boys & Girls Club
entertainment, art, and interactive and Fox Creek Development the park with the guidance of by purchasing some food from their
fun. Dancers will return to the park to Sharman. All the pieces created will food truck or some of our local
“The event is a way to celebrate dance, drum, and entertain. be added to the large art installation. artisans by purchasing their wares
the amazing talents and culture that To contribute to your own By the end of the day we hope to or cheering on our performers. All
our area has to offer and to help 'colours', Inscho encourages have a beautiful piece of artwork to the activities, entertainment and
foster a spirit of community attendants to wear bright clothing to share in a public space in Town.” snacks are free.”
cohesion and a sense of pride and the event and to contribute to the The Community Art Project will be
place,” said Town of Edson
Community Development
Coordinator Diana Inscho.
From 2pm to 8pm, RCMP
Centennial Park will play host to a
variety of activities for those of all
ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
“Rachel Ripkens will be telling
some fun stories for the kids
animated with balloons,” said
Inscho. “Yellowhead Fiddlers and
Edson Cabin Singers, as well as
Isaac and Katherine Ahlf, will be
playing for us as well.” Face
painting, glitter tattoos, and balloon
twisting will also be available
throughout the day.
The Edson & District Boys and
Girls Club will also be out with
their food truck and will be
providing cotton candy and sno-
cones to attendants for free
depending on the weather. “We will
have popcorn served by our local
ACES members,” Inscho added.
“After the disappointment of
cancelling the National Indigenous Toddlers were doing crafts at the FCSS Family Centre on July 9. The FCSS Family Centre is a great place to make new
connections, not only for the wee ones, but for the parents too. photo Deanna Mitchener
HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS?
Edson Top Choice Auto Body has expanded….we now offer Top Choice Detailing for cars, SUVs'
light duty trucks to medium trucks. Our top selling product “Xpel Ultimate” which is paint
protection film and, is one of the most durable films, out there, providing the best stain resistance,
clarity and self healing ask for it by name, or call in today to book for a complete polish, detail, or
rd
an express clean. 780-723-4233 or stop by 4735-3 Ave (Some restrictions will apply)
780-723-4233 4735-3 Avenue, Edson, AB
PAGE 12 MONDAY JULY 1, 2019
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JULY 22, 2019 PAGE 11
Edson prepares to celebrate ‘Community Colours in the Park’
by Cassie Kushniruk People's Day [on June 23], we are Community Art Project headed up revealed on the day of the event.
excited to have the opportunity to by local artist Maddy Sharman. “A “Though we've reduced the
As part of the Town of Edson's Art bring the Indigenous performers Community Art project is a way for number of events this year, this Art
in the Park summer series, back,” Inscho mentioned. “Their art individuals to contribute their own in the Park will have more
'Community Colours in the Park' on and culture is a perfect fit for our flare to create a larger, public art activities, music, art, and food than
July 27 will celebrate the 'colours' Community Colours theme.” piece,” Inscho explained. “Anyone any Art in the Park celebrations to
of Edson and the surrounding area Indigenous entertainers Tamarack who wants to take part will get to date,” said Inscho.“Please come and
through a variety of local Band, Mountain Cree Drummers, create their piece of the project at support our local Boys & Girls Club
entertainment, art, and interactive and Fox Creek Development the park with the guidance of by purchasing some food from their
fun. Dancers will return to the park to Sharman. All the pieces created will food truck or some of our local
“The event is a way to celebrate dance, drum, and entertain. be added to the large art installation. artisans by purchasing their wares
the amazing talents and culture that To contribute to your own By the end of the day we hope to or cheering on our performers. All
our area has to offer and to help 'colours', Inscho encourages have a beautiful piece of artwork to the activities, entertainment and
foster a spirit of community attendants to wear bright clothing to share in a public space in Town.” snacks are free.”
cohesion and a sense of pride and the event and to contribute to the The Community Art Project will be
place,” said Town of Edson
Community Development
Coordinator Diana Inscho.
From 2pm to 8pm, RCMP
Centennial Park will play host to a
variety of activities for those of all
ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
“Rachel Ripkens will be telling
some fun stories for the kids
animated with balloons,” said
Inscho. “Yellowhead Fiddlers and
Edson Cabin Singers, as well as
Isaac and Katherine Ahlf, will be
playing for us as well.” Face
painting, glitter tattoos, and balloon
twisting will also be available
throughout the day.
The Edson & District Boys and
Girls Club will also be out with
their food truck and will be
providing cotton candy and sno-
cones to attendants for free
depending on the weather. “We will
have popcorn served by our local
ACES members,” Inscho added.
“After the disappointment of
cancelling the National Indigenous Toddlers were doing crafts at the FCSS Family Centre on July 9. The FCSS Family Centre is a great place to make new
connections, not only for the wee ones, but for the parents too. photo Deanna Mitchener
HAVE YOU HEARD THE NEWS?
Edson Top Choice Auto Body has expanded….we now offer Top Choice Detailing for cars, SUVs'
light duty trucks to medium trucks. Our top selling product “Xpel Ultimate” which is paint
protection film and, is one of the most durable films, out there, providing the best stain resistance,
clarity and self healing ask for it by name, or call in today to book for a complete polish, detail, or
rd
an express clean. 780-723-4233 or stop by 4735-3 Ave (Some restrictions will apply)
780-723-4233 4735-3 Avenue, Edson, AB
