Nobleford celebrates centennial

Aug. 10 and 11 were two big days in the Town of Nobleford's history, its 100th year in fact.

The community celebrated their centennial year last week.

“Everyone seemed to be really enjoying themselves,” Lee Moltzahn said. “All the events were well attended. There were so many smiling people.”

Aug. 10 began with a selfguided historical community tour and opportunities to visit the Noble Area Museum. A farmers’ market, beer gardens, food, and organization of the bench fair were also events that people could involve themselves in during the day.

In the evening, there was a Family Night in Centennial Park that included family games, entertainment, dedication of Legacy Lane, and a Movie-Inthe-Park.

A pancake breakfast at the Community Complex initiated the celebrations on Aug. 11 and included local residents, Carol and Don Zech selling Volumes I and II of the Nobleford history book for $75. Lethbridge MP Rachael Harder also made an appearance and served some food.

“I was honoured to join the town in celebrating such an incredible milestone. It was great to see the entire community come together to celebrate the history of their town,” Harder said.

The Centennial Parade kicked off at 11 a.m. and the Car Show and Shine kicked off at 11:30 a.m. and went until 3 p.m. At noon, there was a BBQ lunch at the Fire Department while the Quilt Show and guided tours were available for enjoyment at the newly modernized Noble School from 2 to 5 p.m.

“My favourite part of the centennial celebrations was pulling the Centennial Society float which consisted of an old horse drawn buggy that was owned by my late grandparents,” Moltzahn said. “It was even more special because my wife and daughter were riding in it.”