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Sing For Their Supper
Sing For Their Supper
Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent
Forty attendees showcased their vocal talents when they sang along to a wide variety of genres of music at this charming event on April 19 at Vegreville United Church.
Companions on the Journey with Lisa Topilko, Jim Bragg and Janet Rowlands ushered in and led the crowd in singing a perfect piece of O Canada. This was followed by a seamless transition from an African American spiritual song to a ballad, which continued with country, folk, rock-and-roll, and gospel songs. After intermission, The Carefree Crooners, with Lisa Topilko and Viola Braun-Fox, led the crowd with more cheerful pieces.
Elaborating on the purpose of the fundraiser, Coordinator Lisa Topilko explained that as a food bank volunteer, she is in awe at Christmas time when she sees the tremendous generosity of this community and the way people donate to the Food Bank.
“But the shelves were quite sparse in early March, so I knew we could perhaps help out in some way. The Vegreville United Church and St Mary’s Anglican Church Joint Council agreed to host the community singalong, and again, our community has generously responded. Many volunteers readily agreed to assist, and their support made it happen! We raised $1,700 and 203 lbs. of food! We are very grateful for all donations.
Highlight for me was hearing such great voices singing together and enjoying the songs chosen by my wonderful musical friends Jim Bragg, Janet Rowlands, and Viola Braun-Fox.”
