The first-ever Niverville Touch-a-Truck event took place on Saturday, June 24. Despite the cool temperatures, rain, and wind, more than 240 people stopped by to check out the 30 exhibitors set up around the area with vehicles ranging from construction equipment to emergency vehicles to race cars.
Children of all ages were awed by the RCMP Tactical Unit, a drag car engine, a combine, and a rock-hauling truck. Individuals were able to climb into the vehicles for a chance to get a view from the driver’s seat. Some even tried their hand at dumping the new recycling bins—a task which may not be as easy as one thinks.
Thanks to the volunteers and exhibitors for braving the cool, wet day to make this event a success for the community.
The block party wagon will be set up around town for several summer fundraisers. The next barbecue is scheduled for July 5 at Wm. Dyck & Sons, followed by July 19 at the Niverville Credit Union. On both days, lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., weather permitting.
For $6, you can have your choice of meat, a bag of chips, and a drink. Food is provided by Winkler Meats, including True North Hot Dogs—the same as are served at the Bell MTS Centre—and farmer sausage patties. All proceeds from the barbecues go the multiplex fundraising effort.
