Longview Link: WILD PINK YONDER August 18, 2011 By Chey Nickerson

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On August 18th, up to 25 riders, horses and a wagon will arrive in Longview for the evening. This event will see lots of fun for everyone and it's all in support of cancer. The monies raised will all remain in Alberta and we encourage everyone to get out and involved in some way during the event. A BBQ will be held at the rodeo grounds at 6pm with everyone welcome. A small fee will be requested which will also be donated to the ride. We hope to see challenges from businesses, as well as individuals as to who the pinkest can be and we'd like to see everyone out and taking part in this fun event. Check out the Longview rocks on the hill painted pink, the flower pots all boasting pink plants and I'm sure you'll see more than one or two pink outfits as well. PINK HAIR all over the Village on that day! A balloon launch is planned for after the supper, (balloon sales $2.50 each) again with the monies going to the cancer foundation. Please plan to come out and help us prove we may be small in numbers but we are HUGE in what's in our hearts. If you are interested in volunteering for any of the events during the time they are here please contact Michele Geistlinger or the office for more information.
MUSIC/ART is first on the list for the weekend of the 20th and 21st of August so watch for info on the Music and Arts festival happening in Centennial Park. Be sure to make your way over on the weekend and listen to the wonderful talent from our area as well as check out the artisans and vendors.
“Dotmocracy” was a huge success with votes from both adults and children on several pieces of equipment for the playground and the skate park. Keep watching the signs for meetings and PLEASE sign up to take part in the building of a playground, skate park and the Serenity / Memorial Garden on OCTOBER 15th, 2011.
The summer has flown by so fast with so many different things happening that we neglected to mention the Longview School Graduation. The Village of Longview's “Eagle Pride Award” is presented each year to a student demonstrating admirable qualities and character in both school and the Longview Community. This year's recipient of the award was Dawson Nelson and on behalf of the residents of Longview and the surrounding community we offer our congratulations.
Have a great week
Chey