Preparations are underway for a big, fun-filled kickoff of the Niverville Nighthawks’ third season in the MJHL. The party will get started at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 13 at the outdoor rink at the Niverville Centennial Arena and continue until 1:00 a.m.
The event will go forward rain or shine, with a tent being set up if it rains. And to sweeten the deal, the team’s players will join in on the fun.
The evening will feature a live band. Local artist JR Charron will take the stage to play two sets with a DJ playing in between. There will be lots of music for all ages.
Two other highlights of the kickoff party will be a silent auction and 50/50 draw. Among the big-ticket prizes are a Blackstone grill, a Winnipeg Jets golf bag, and lots of Nighthawks merchandise. Local restaurants such as Santa Lucia and Smitty’s will be on hand selling food. A brewery truck will also be onsite.
“We are hoping that people will come support their local Nighthawks and have a fun filled evening,” says Lesley Reimer of the planning committee.
Both individual tickets and family picks are available. Adult tickets go for $20 while those 17 and under will pay $10. See below for a link to the ticket purchase site.
After the kickoff party, it will be a week of heavy anticipation for the season-opener, which is scheduled for home ice at the CRRC in Niverville. The Nighthawks will hit the ice at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20 and take on the Winnipeg Freeze.
