More than 300 people turned up at the Devlin Hall on Sunday afternoon for a delicious family feast—and to give the Crossroads community rink project a financial boost.
Sunny skies and the smell of deep-frying walleye fillets undoubtedly were contributing factors as people from all across the district took advantage of the opportunity to meet friends, enjoy a delicious meal and, of course, honour those wonderful people who always love us unconditionally.
This obviously was a community affair, judging by the number of volunteers who cooked the fish and potatoes, set the tables, and generally kept things running smoothly.
Particular credit should go to the Crossroads students who cheerfully cleared tables and demonstrated a work ethic and maturity beyond their years.
Money raised from the fish fry will go towards the construction of the new rink at the south end of the Crossroads School property in Devlin. And committee chair Gary Esselink said things are right on schedule.
“We already have the gravel base in and we’ll be pouring the concrete over the next few weeks,” said Esselink, who was among the many people who worked slavishly to make sure everyone was well fed.
“We are certain it will be ready and open by the time school starts in September,” he remarked.
People certainly brought their appetites with them, making short work of the 220 pounds of walleye fillets and 300 pounds of potatoes—not to mention the mouth-water selections of pies for dessert.
In addition to the meal, three lucky moms—Florie Rahn of Fort Frances, Juanita Paterson of Devlin, and Sharon Preston of Fort Frances—each won potted plants to take home.
Raffle tickets also were on sale for a fly-in fishing trip, courtesy of True North Outfitters. The $3,900 package was donated by Chuck and Cathy Mosbeck and tickets will remain on sale until June 30.
All proceeds also are going to the community rink project.
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