Community Events & Attractions
With almost 750 entries for the daily and grand prize draws, the 2011 Home for the Holidays campaign, sponsored by Business and Tourism Development (BTD), has been a smash hit with residents and businesses.
“This represents more than $61,000 spent in local businesses during the Christmas season,” said Dayna Dickens, coordinator for BTD. Entries for the contest, which ran from November 15 – December 20, needed to include a minimum of $20 in receipts from local businesses to be eligible.
The grand prize drawn on December 21 was won by Alison Laycraft of High River. It featured a “Winter of Activities and Entertainment in High River” package valued at more than $950. Four-month family swim and skate passes, gift certificates to a number of different restaurants, live theatre and concert tickets, as well as movie passes and even babysitting services were included.
“The grand prize reflects the diversity and richness of the cultural opportunities and recreational activities available in our community,” said Dickens. “There’s something for everyone, from families, and couples to single individuals, that will keep them busy throughout the winter months.”
As well as the grand prize there were 11 daily draws for gift certificates to High River stores and restaurants worth more than $500.
Manager of Business and Tourism Development Marilyn MacArthur said “we hope this campaign has helped to spread the word that there’s great shopping in High River, not to mention a winter-time’s worth of events and activities happening here in our community.”
2011 Home for the Holidays Shop in High River Contest WINNERS CIRCLE
Congratulations to all of our winners this year. Thank you for supporting business in High River.
Winners:
1. December 5 - Dorothy Holmes, $50 Gift Certificate from Aisling Interiors
2. December 6 - Robert Parker, $50 Gift Card from Sears
3. December 7, Mary Johnston, $50 gift certificate from Austen Jewelers
4. December 8, Jackie McCance, $50 gift certificate from Hidden Charms Boutique
5. December 9, Tanya Martin, $50 gift card from Sobey's
6. December 12, Melissa Lariviere, $50 gift certificate from Creative Accents
7. December 13, Scott Langenberger, $50 gift certificate from Pixie Hollow
8. December 14, Darlene Jordan, $50 gift certificate from Bat Sheba
9. December 15, Megan Roy, $50 gift card from Extra Foods
10. December 16, Sherry Mitchell, $50 gift card from Sheena's Sweets
11. December 19, Alison Laycraft, $50 gift certificate from Flys Etc.
12. December 20, The Grand Prize "Winter of activity and entertainment in High River" package was won by Alison Laycraft.
The Grand Prize included:
- 4 month family skating and swimming pass to the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex;
- Gift certificates to Wales Theatre, the Moovie Ranch, Alta Vita Restaurant, Chris' on Fifth, Carlson's on Macleod, and the Whistlestop Cafe;
- Tickets to the March 25 Gift of Music Concert featuring Russell Braun and Carolyn Maule, Art for Lunch at Evanescence Art Gallery, and the Windmill Players Dinner Theatre;
- 6 hours of evening childcare at Daydreams and Sunbeams;
- an autographed Calum Graham CD; and
- a Christmas Flower Arrangement from Beautiful Blooms.
The Grand Prize draw was done at the Town office by Rob Milne, director of Development Services at 10a.m. December 21.
Thank you for supporting High River businesses.
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The Little Britches Rodeo starts with a parade on the first day winding its way through downtown High River. The Little Britches Parade is considered one of the best 'Victoria Day' parades that allows families to view horses, marching bands and colorful floats. For more information on the Little Britches Rodeo and Parade contact the High River Agricultural Society office at (403) 652-3336. For 2012 parade route map click here.
Guy Weadick Week and North American Chuckwagon Races. In Guy Weadick's tradition of bringing the biggest and the best, High River hosts a seven day celebration the third week in June which includes four consecutive days of chuckwagon racing events. For more information on the Chuckwagon races and the Rodeo contact the High River Ag Society at (403) 652-3336.
Happy Trails Pathways. Approximately 17 kilometres of paved pathway connect with all of the town's major recreational facilities and parks, including the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex, George Lane, Birchwood and Little Bow parks. Map
Sheppard Family Park Visitors to High River wishing to spend a pleasant day in the countryside do not have far to venture. They can visit Sheppard Family Park located one block east of the Bob Snodgrass Recrecreation Complex on the south side of 12th Avenue southeast. While they are there, they can drop into the Visitor Information Centre, located at the park in the lower level of the Munroe Barn.
George Lane Park The park's campground is open May 1st to the end of September. There are 56 camping spots, 40 serviced with electrical power. Campers can enjoy full camping services with washrooms and showers. For campground information and reservations call (403) 652-2529.
