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Rivers District Chamber notes seasonal events and sign costs
The Rivers and District Chamber of Commerce discussed seasonal events at its May 30 meeting. Preliminary quotes for aluminum panel highway signs ranged from 1800 to 2100 dollars. Health Rivers promoted Walk with Your Doc on May 23 from 1 to 2 pm starting at Riverdale Health Centre and ending at the hospital. A fishing derby is planned for June 14 from 10 am to 4 pm with no licence required during Free Family Fishing Weekend. Registration opens at 8 am and prizes include 800 dollars in four first place categories. Carol Hassard will coordinate the annual town wide yard sales in coordination with the derby. To register for the derby and join the free list call 204-328-4434. The annual home and craft show is set for Sept 20 at Riverdale Community Centre. Former member Jackie Fehr was thanked for 23 years of town service after selling her West Avenue Steakhouse and Lounge to Cheri Clark in April 2013.