A community project that has been nearly a half decade in the making is set to celebrate its official grand opening on June 13.
Smoky River Outdoor Community Multisport Court and Beach Volleyball – a project that has been the work of tenacious volunteers – will be officially opened during Honey Fest and organizers are hoping community members will attend and help celebrate its completion.
“We are holding this grand opening to celebrate and showcase our beautiful new facility and to share this exciting milestone with our community” says fundraising committee member Christine Aubin.
“This event is also an opportunity to recognize and thank the many sponsors and partners whose generous support helped make this project possible,” she adds.
“Their contributions have played a key role in creating a welcoming space that will benefit our community for years to come.”
The sports court is located beside Ecole Heritage on the east side of Falher. The celebration of its grand opening will be held starting at 2 p.m. The event will include opening remarks, a ribbon cutting ceremony, photo opportunities and will feature community members and local athletes.
“We look forward to opening our doors, highlighting the facility’s features, and expressing our gratitude to everyone who helped bring this vision to life,” Aubin explains.
“This is an important event for Falher and the Smoky River Region because it gives community members the opportunity to discover and experience this new outdoor recreation facility.”
Aubin explains the facility is designed to be a welcoming space where people of all ages can gather, be active, and enjoy the outdoors.
“Best of all, it is free and accessible for everyone to enjoy,” she says.
“The grand opening celebrates a community asset that will enhance quality of life, encourage recreation and wellness, and provide a place for residents and visitors to connect for years to come.”
The sports court is an asphalt surface with fortified Plexipave paint. It has a pickleball court, tennis court, two basketball nets, and two beach volleyball courts.
“As we celebrate this milestone, we encourage everyone to take pride in this facility and treat it with care and respect,” says Aubin. “Our hope is that these courts will be enjoyed, well maintained, and utilized for many years to come, providing opportunities for recreation, connection, and community spirit for future generations.”
The project began in 2020 and was officially completed in the fall of 2025. Aubin says their fundraising committee would like to thank the community for its generosity and support to make the project come to fruition.
“The contributions of individuals, businesses, organizations, and volunteers have helped create a lasting asset that will benefit residents and visitors for years to come,” she says.
Emily Plihal
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