Mapleton set for celebration of nation
Plans for Mapleton’s Canada Day 150 bash are coming together.
Councillor Lori Woodham, Mapleton’s designated Canada 150 Champion, says local individuals and organizations have really stepped up to make the event a success.
“I’m so proud to live in Mapleton township and have the privilege to work with so many service groups,” Woodham told council at the June 13 meeting.
Woodham said the schedule of activities for the event is impressive.
“There definitely is something for all ages to enjoy,” she stated.
Events for the July 1 celebration include:
- - a downtown farmers market starting at 9am;
- - parade of boats at Conestogo Lake at 11am
- - official opening of Mornington Communications Skatepark at 12:30pm;
- - Chalkfest in downtown Drayton at 2pm;
- - Art in the Park beginning at 4pm;
- - Canada 150 parade at 4:30pm; and
- - Mapleton Community 150 aerial photograph at 5:15.
Afternoon/evening activities at the Drayton fairgrounds include a redneck splash pad, photo booth, bouncy castles, a dunk tank, a juice and paint event for ages 8 to 12 and musical entertainment.
The evening will conclude with a fireworks display.
On June 26, Mapleton CAO Brad McRoberts stated the flooding that struck Drayton last week will “absolutely not” impact the festivities.
