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Annual Father-Daughter Gala another success
by Deanna Mitchener
Another great Father-Daughter Gala was held
this year on February 21, which took place in
the elegantly decorated Galloway Station
Museum and Travel Centre.
“We had a beautiful night; it was so nice
seeing everyone out enjoying the event,” said
Town of Edson Community Development
Coordinator Ali Broda. “A special thanks to
the businesses that donated beautiful prizes
that we raffled off to the attendees. We value
the support from our community so much.”
“The Branch Inn Restaurant catered our meal,
and guests enjoyed ham, grilled pineapple and
a pineapple gravy, coleslaw, roast potato and
bun.
“The night also included a candy bar,
chocolate and vanilla cupcakes, and a dance PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
lesson for the fathers and daughters to get them
all up and dancing. Claire Hobson and Amy Troy Sorenson serving dinner to guests during the Annual Father-Daughter Gala. photo Deanna Professional Digital Passport System photos
Wesolowsky with the Edson Dance Enthusiasts Mitchener ready in minutes while you wait...
taught a series of line dances for guests to
learn.
“As the father and daughter pairs came into
the event, they had their portrait taken.
Attendees were given their personal photos as
a keepsake gift.”
When asked what is needed to be done and
how much time was involved behind the
scenes leading up to the Gala, Broda
responded, “Both the Father-Daughter Gala
and the Mother-Son Soirée are like planning
for mini weddings. We are constantly watching
DROP IN AND SEE!
the guest list to ensure we have enough of DROP IN AND SEE!
everything needed to pull the event off without
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
a hitch. 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
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“The day before there is always a scramble to 780-723-5787
create seating arrangements and name cards.
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We also figure out the best way to fit tables The W
into the space, allowing for the best ample
dancing room.
“We're always super grateful to be able to
book the Galloway Station Museum for these Seen up at the candy section during the Father-Daughter Gala are just a few of the girls checking out
all the goodies. Sweet treats for the girls, and the
events. The space is beautiful and the staff are evening was just getting started.
always willing to help out. photo Deanna Mitchener BILL MITCHELL
“The day of the event we are busy decorating NEW TRUCK SALES
the space first thing in the morning, typically NORTH
starting at 8 am and finishing off last minute
by 5 pm, at which point we slowly prepare for Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
everyone's arrival at 5:45 pm for the event to 24210 114 Avenue
start at 6 pm. Acheson, AB T7X 6B9
“At this year's Father-Daughter Gala we
had plenty of help for the clean-up at the end Website:
of the night, with members of Youth Council www.wsnorth.com
arriving promptly at 8 pm in order to begin
tearing down decorations and salvaging Toll Free 1-800-252-7500 Cell: 780-984-2224
anything that can be reused. They helped with Phone: 780-453,3452 Fax: 780-447-5317
all the remaining dishes and silverware.
“Everything we do that evening is planned
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out in order to stay on schedule and ensure that Summers Drilling
the guests have the best possible experience.
Water Well Drilling
“We're always super grateful for everyone Water Well Drilling
who helps out at these special events. Without
the help of our volunteers, local businesses,
and staff, these events wouldn't be possible. A proud Alberta business, since 1917, A proud Alberta business, since 1917,
“We are looking forward to the Mother-Son Summers Drilling specializes in water well Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Soirée that will be happening in April. The drilling and water well repairs. drilling and water well repairs.
event is targeted towards six years old and up,”
Broda said.
Tickets for the Mother-Son Soirée go on sale
on March 11 and can be purchased at the Town
of Edson Community Services office or at the
Galloway Station Museum.
“We hope to have another great event with Aaron Grant with his six year old daughter, Ava, at
the Father-Daughter Gala on February 21. Ava
some returning mother and son couples along said, “This is my first time coming to this event with
780-963-1282
with a few new families that have not yet had my dad, and I am very excited to be here." photo 4405 50 street 780-963-1282
4405 50 street
www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
Stony Plain, AB
the opportunity to join in the fun,” said Broda. Deanna Mitchener Stony Plain, AB www
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 8 MONDAY MARCH 4, 2019 MONDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2017 PAGE 13
Annual Father-Daughter Gala another success
by Deanna Mitchener
Another great Father-Daughter Gala was held
this year on February 21, which took place in
the elegantly decorated Galloway Station
Museum and Travel Centre.
“We had a beautiful night; it was so nice
seeing everyone out enjoying the event,” said
Town of Edson Community Development
Coordinator Ali Broda. “A special thanks to
the businesses that donated beautiful prizes
that we raffled off to the attendees. We value
the support from our community so much.”
“The Branch Inn Restaurant catered our meal,
and guests enjoyed ham, grilled pineapple and
a pineapple gravy, coleslaw, roast potato and
bun.
“The night also included a candy bar,
chocolate and vanilla cupcakes, and a dance PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE
lesson for the fathers and daughters to get them
all up and dancing. Claire Hobson and Amy Troy Sorenson serving dinner to guests during the Annual Father-Daughter Gala. photo Deanna Professional Digital Passport System photos
Wesolowsky with the Edson Dance Enthusiasts Mitchener ready in minutes while you wait...
taught a series of line dances for guests to
learn.
“As the father and daughter pairs came into
the event, they had their portrait taken.
Attendees were given their personal photos as
a keepsake gift.”
When asked what is needed to be done and
how much time was involved behind the
scenes leading up to the Gala, Broda
responded, “Both the Father-Daughter Gala
and the Mother-Son Soirée are like planning
for mini weddings. We are constantly watching
DROP IN AND SEE!
the guest list to ensure we have enough of DROP IN AND SEE!
everything needed to pull the event off without
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
a hitch. 5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
780-723-5787
“The day before there is always a scramble to 780-723-5787
create seating arrangements and name cards.
The Weekly Anchoreekly Anchor
We also figure out the best way to fit tables The W
into the space, allowing for the best ample
dancing room.
“We're always super grateful to be able to
book the Galloway Station Museum for these Seen up at the candy section during the Father-Daughter Gala are just a few of the girls checking out
all the goodies. Sweet treats for the girls, and the
events. The space is beautiful and the staff are evening was just getting started.
always willing to help out. photo Deanna Mitchener BILL MITCHELL
“The day of the event we are busy decorating NEW TRUCK SALES
the space first thing in the morning, typically NORTH
starting at 8 am and finishing off last minute
by 5 pm, at which point we slowly prepare for Western Star Trucks (North) Ltd.
everyone's arrival at 5:45 pm for the event to 24210 114 Avenue
start at 6 pm. Acheson, AB T7X 6B9
“At this year's Father-Daughter Gala we
had plenty of help for the clean-up at the end Website:
of the night, with members of Youth Council www.wsnorth.com
arriving promptly at 8 pm in order to begin
tearing down decorations and salvaging Toll Free 1-800-252-7500 Cell: 780-984-2224
anything that can be reused. They helped with Phone: 780-453,3452 Fax: 780-447-5317
all the remaining dishes and silverware.
“Everything we do that evening is planned
Summers Drilling
out in order to stay on schedule and ensure that Summers Drilling
the guests have the best possible experience.
Water Well Drilling
“We're always super grateful for everyone Water Well Drilling
who helps out at these special events. Without
the help of our volunteers, local businesses,
and staff, these events wouldn't be possible. A proud Alberta business, since 1917, A proud Alberta business, since 1917,
“We are looking forward to the Mother-Son Summers Drilling specializes in water well Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Soirée that will be happening in April. The drilling and water well repairs. drilling and water well repairs.
event is targeted towards six years old and up,”
Broda said.
Tickets for the Mother-Son Soirée go on sale
on March 11 and can be purchased at the Town
of Edson Community Services office or at the
Galloway Station Museum.
“We hope to have another great event with Aaron Grant with his six year old daughter, Ava, at
the Father-Daughter Gala on February 21. Ava
some returning mother and son couples along said, “This is my first time coming to this event with
780-963-1282
with a few new families that have not yet had my dad, and I am very excited to be here." photo 4405 50 street 780-963-1282
4405 50 street
www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
Stony Plain, AB
the opportunity to join in the fun,” said Broda. Deanna Mitchener Stony Plain, AB www
