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Upcoming
Upcoming SRVENT performs at the Red Brick




by Lara Felsing
Events
Events enthusiastic crowd of over forty people at the
Local rap artist SRVENT performed to an
Red Brick's Jean Hatlen Theatre on Saturday,
June 15.
Spencer Richard, who performs under the name
SRVENT, was born in Edmonton and raised in
Hinton, Alberta. Now a resident of Edson, the
husband and father of two began his musical
June 22: The Edson United Church will journey composing on the piano. At the age
be hosting its annual Four B's twelve he was introduced to rap music, and
although didn't take to it at first, an adoration for
Fundraiser (Blooms, Baking, BBQ, and the genre eventually grew. At seventeen he began
Bargains) from 10 am to 2 pm. Anyone learning guitar and writing songs, and alongside
who would like to donate items or performing and writing this local talent has also
volunteer for this event can call the been mixing and producing his own work from
United Church at 780-723-3418. his home recording studio.
Released in 2018, SRVENT's first full-length
album 'Identity' conveys personal and honest
June 22: The Edson Food Bank will be lyrics paired with humour and passion. As a Spencer Richard, aka SRVENT, performs live
hosting a free community barbecue performer Richard is both engaging and during a concert he headlined at the Red Brick on
from 11 am to 3 pm. Numerous used entertaining with tons of laid-back charm. He June 15. photo Lara Felsing
bicycles will be for sale. also has a hand in filming and editing his own including a creative adaption of Leonard Cohen's
music videos - with the help of someone very
dear to him —his supportive wife Becky. 'Hallelujah'.
th
June 29-30: The 35 annual Entwistle Concert-goers also had the opportunity to catch Along with a short intermission serving free
Rodeo will start at 2 pm each day and opener Kathryn Johnson perform both acoustic coffee and tea, the two hour event closed with a
meet and greet signing and the promise of more
will feature all your favorite rodeo and mixed original songs. Johnson, who is from good things to come. A second album drop is
events including Saddle Bronc, Edmonton, showcased her beautiful voice and planned for 2020, so keep your eyes peeled for
catchy melodies during her opening set as well as
Bareback, Bull riding, and more. joined Richard on a couple of his songs, the chance to catch SRVENT live again in the
Activities including chicken scrambles, near future. You won't be disappointed.
pig races, and best dressed 6 and under
cowgirls and cowboys will also be
available. Beer gardens, a silent
auction, 50/50 draws, door prizes, and
more will be included. Runnin Free
Country Fellowship will be held on
Sunday at 12:30 pm at the rodeo
grounds. Camping is free with
admission.


July 1: Come out to the RCMP
Centennial Park to celebrate Canada
Day. Start your day with a pancake
breakfast at the Legion between 8 am
Remember to drop off your and 11:30 am. Two parties will be
donations for the available in the afternoon and Singer/songwriter Kathryn Johnson backs up During the Edson Farmers Market on June 14,
EDSON FOOD BANK evening—one geared towards families Spencer Richard (SRVENT )on one of his original Ellen Munro held up a jean quilt she made, stating,
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys with youngsters from 11 am to 3 pm songs at the Red Brick on June 15. photo Lara “No material goes to waste at my house.” photo
or the Edson Food Bank Felsing Deanna Mitchener.
and another geared towards a more
The Food Bank will be open mature crowd from 7 pm on. Fireworks
two Thursday evenings, Remember to drop off your are set to begin at 11:15 pm.
the second and last Thursday of donations for the
the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. EDSON FOOD BANK July 5: Join Yellowhead County for 'Kids
Open regular hours every at Independent Grocer, Sobeys
Tuesday from 9-11 am. or the Edson Food Bank Can Catch' at the Millers Lake Day Use
The Food Bank will be open two Thursday evenings, Area (east end) from 5:30 pm to 7:30
780-723-1350 the second and last Thursday of the Month pm. No fishing licence is needed for
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 6:45-8:00 pm. ages 16 and under. Bring your own rod
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Open regular hours every Tuesday from or borrow one. A free barbecue, fishing
Food Bank located at 9-11 am. rod raffle, and all the supplies needed
4511 5th Ave., Edson Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor 780-723-1350 to enjoy an evening of fishing will be
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. available.
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson




See Classified Page for
monthly meetings and activities Mary Grant's grade two class from Vanier Catholic School had a lot of fun while visiting Mrs. Kneteman at
the Red Brick and learning about the historic schoolroom on Thursday, June 6. photo Lara Felsing
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