Twenty talented acts put on their best performance at Fisher Branch Recreation Centre’s CFRY Radio Amateur Talent night on Feb. 21.
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The night acted as a fundraiser for the rec centre with proceeds supporting ceiling renovation and change room shower upgrades.
Rec centre president Danya Ferris said they had a great turnout.
“All the contestants did a great performance,” she said. “From the young one to the older ones — they all did great.”
They raised approximately in $9,661.50 in pledges along with another $12,850 in sponsorships totalling $23,115, exceeding the boards expectations.
“The audience support helped bring the community together and made the event a success,” Ferris added. “Attendees were asking when we are doing this again.”
Winners of the evening included: Most Talented: 1- Emiliya Vasyl’yeva; 2- Luke Anseeuw; 3- Lynette and Brandon Letexier. Most Pledges: 1- Tyson Boychuk ($1415); 2- Lynette and Brandon Letexier ($1,195); 3- Kat Vieira and Daniel Lausman $674.50). CFRY Most Promising Talent: Syril Staana and Micah Arevalo.
The board looks forward to hosting future talent nights in the community.
