Manor Fun Daze, a summer tradition, which takes place in the village of Manor every year, will be happening again this July.
The event, which is a highlight for many in the community of Manor and surrounding communities, has been going on for many years. This one would have been the 42nd if last year's event hadn't been cancelled because of COVID-19 restrictions. As it is, the 41st Manor Fun Daze are set to happen on July 24.
The event will include community co-ordinated activities, which will start in the morning and continue into the evening.
The day will start with a parade, run by the local fire department. Later, the Manor Fire Department will also be serving hotdogs and hamburgers for lunch at the station.
In the evening, the fun will continue with the Professional Bull Riders rodeo, which has been the major highlight of Manor Fun Daze since 2007. The rodeo will start at 6:30 p.m. There will also be a barbeque beef and pork supper served at the rodeo grounds at 4:30 p.m. and beer gardens will open from 4 p.m. onwards.
Rylan Weir, one of the organizers of Manor Fun Daze, explained that this year's events are mostly different since the community has pulled together to have the event despite challenges due to COVID-19. Usually, Manor Fun Daze takes about six months to plan, but volunteers and businesses have helped to plan it in about a month and a half instead.
The community and those who get to enjoy and benefit from the Fun Daze make this event so important. Weir said he hopes people will come out and show their support.
The proceeds from the event will be sown back into the community and organizations within Manor.
Weir added that the best part for him is seeing the community come together and have fun.
"I like how the people in the community and the surrounding communities all get together, come out to support, visit have a good time, and (it) gives the people around here something to do," said Weir.Â
