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PARIS FAIR NEWS
Paris man Josh Beechey drove the 008 to a victory during the first night of Derby events on Thursday, August 31st, following the Paris Fair opening ceremonies.
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Walter Williams, with his brother, founded Thrill Show Productions, the company that single handily started derbies in Canada. This year, the PAS was pleased to officially honour Walter Williams by naming the demolition derby “The Walt Williams Cup” Walter was present Friday night during the derby to present the winner, Shawn Kolisnyk, with a $3,000 cheque and memorable trophy!
Photo credit Paris Agricultural Society
“We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without our hundreds and hundreds of volunteers - so thank you to everyone who helped in any way!”
~Paris Agricultural Society, Home of the Paris Fair
It really does take several hundred volunteers to pull off a five day Fall Fair. Volunteer members of the Paris Curling Club help to park cars, volunteer Paris Fair committee members plan and execute fun children’s workshops, the Ladies Homecraft Division volunteers prepare and serve delicious meals and baked treats, The Paris FC members keep the grounds clean throughout the weekend, the Paris Lions Club volunteers offered affordable meals, while raising money that goes back into various community projects. It literally takes a multitude of people who volunteer their last weekend of the summer to make sure everything is a success. Next year be sure to thank a volunteer. It’s a big contribution that often goes without recognition. THANK-YOU, EVERYONE!
