Parade of Nations huge success

Times Contributor   

 

The Parade of Nations supper held annually by Lord of All Lutheran Church started by being piped in by Piper Brandon Summers, followed by RCMP officers Constable Erin Peters and Constable Melissa Symes and the bearers of 17 international flags.

Over 400 people were fed at this year’s annual sold out fundraising event. Participants were encouraged to “Travel the world without ever leaving the Civic Centre and to experience the cuisine and flavours of each nation represented.” 

Favourites, of course, include bratwurst from Germany, ravioli from Italy, tortes and pastries from Austria; and who could resist supporting the Canadian booth for butter tarts and rhubarb compote.

During the meal people were encouraged to peruse the raffle tables of all the donated items, which at the end of the evening surpassed previous year’s intake by $400. 

The entertainment for the night was Rhythm of the Rockies, a modern a cappella women’s chorus. They are a diverse group of energetic women who are passionate about singing and performing. 

They strive to create an emotional connection with their audience through an eclectic range of genuine, entertaining a cappella music. The group recently won gold at the Sweet Adeline International in Honolulu for their Harmony Classic. For more information about the group contact info@rhythmoftherockies.org

According to congregation member (and secretary) Linda Bergh, the “night was run like a well oiled machine”. Including the raffle and the tickets sold for the supper, the Church raised approximately $6,500 which will be used toward special projects.