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Santa Claus Parade kicks off Light-Up

The annual High Prairie Santa Claus Parade was held as the leadup to turning on the Christmas lights and decorations in the centre of town Dec. 1. Entries were around the usual 10 or so but were much higher quality…
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Richard FroeseSouth Peace News The High Prairie Wilderness Camp continues to grow its ministry of Christian youth summer camps that focus on horses and the great outdoors. “With 67 campers, including a good mix of new and returning campers, we…
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Organization adds second camp set in Rockies

Richard FroeseSouth Peace News Another wilderness camp was added to partner with High Prairie Wilderness Camp earlier this year. Summit Mountain Camp west of Sundre was launched in 2023 under the new J2K Ministries – Journey to the Kingdom. J2K…
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Plenty of treats for Christmas!

Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 24. The bazaar was an opportunity for residents to sell their Christmas baking, crafts and other special items for Christmas gifts.
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A little bit of everything for your shopping pleasure!

Pleasantview Lodge in High Prairie hosted its annual Christmas Bazaar on Nov. 24. The bazaar was an opportunity for residents to sell their Christmas baking, crafts and other special items for Christmas gifts. Plenty of visiting and socializing also occurred…
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Cadets decorate for High Prairie Light-Up

On Nov. 18 members of the High Prairie Air Cadet Squadron No. 539 joined High Prairie Community Beautification members and volunteers to help decorate the Civic Square in preparation for High Prairie Light-Up Friday, Dec. 1. Town of High Prairie…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News The holiday season will kick into high gear at McLennan Dec. 2 as the town celebrates its annual Light-Up. Events will be held once again at the Northern Alberta Railway and Historical Museum. Board chair Chris…
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Normally quiet library bursts with sounds of Christmas cheer

The High Prairie Municipal Library hosted its annual Children’s Christmas Party on Nov. 24 which featured a special visit by Santa Claus. The party attracted 110 people. Children and families enjoyed a variety of games and activities, such as the…
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Many events and activities are planned as High Prairie gears up for High Prairie Light-Up Friday, Dec. 1. The event, co-hosted by the High Prairie Community Beautification Association and Town of High Prairie, culminates with the “flipping of the switch”…
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The popular Live Nativity returns to St. Mark’s Anglican Church in High Prairie Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. The event includes people dressing in costumes and reenacting the night Jesus was born. Actors and actresses portray the events while Scripture…
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Chris CleggSouth Peace News Santa Claus is coming to town! The Peace River Chamber of Commerce kicks off the holiday season with several major events this weekend. Friday, Nov. 24 is the annual Moonlight Madness where many businesses stay open…
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The message was simple: ‘Never forget!’

Chris CleggSouth Peace News Well over 100 people attended to pay their respects to Canadas’ war heroes at the annual Remembrance Day service at the High Prairie Legion Hall Nov. 11. Legion president Don Ebbett presided over the service, which…
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The High Prairie Community Beautification Association and the Town of High Prairie host the annual Santa Claus Parade Dec. 1. The parade begins at 6:45 p.m. sharp at the old water treatment plant. Entries are asked to be on location…
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The normally quiet rooms at the High Prairie Municipal Library will be bustling with activity Nov. 24 from 6-8 p.m. at the library hosts its annual Christmas Party. Join staff and library board members for crafts, games, snacks and a…
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