Holiday Cheer and Music in Dryden: Go-Getters Christmas Dinner Draws a Crowd

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DRYDEN, ONTARIO — Over 150 people gathered at the Dryden Go-Getters Community Center for their highly anticipated annual Christmas Dinner, which was made even more special this year with a festive holiday concert. Families of all ages came out for the dinner, packing the center with laughter, conversation, and holiday cheer.

Local musicians Maurice Betournay, Tanya and Gerry McArthur took the stage, delighting the audience with their signature sound and popular songs. Known for drawing crowds from across the region, the band delivered a performance that had attendees tapping their feet and singing along.

“It’s always a joy to be part of something that brings the community together,” said Maurice Betournay after the show.

The Dryden Go-Getters expressed their gratitude to everyone who joined in the evening of music, food, and holiday spirit. “It’s events like these that make the season brighter,” shared one attendee.

A big thank you to the Dryden Go-Getters and all the guests who made this heartwarming night a success!

Jamie Bell

Jamie Bell is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in journalism, public affairs, participatory media arts, and community engagement within the arts, government, research and non-profit sectors. His expertise includes strategic communications, arts project management, and community engagement. He is a founding member of Art Borups Corners and its Winnipeg-based Arts Incubator program (2019-2025) and the Arviat Film Society (2010-2021). His projects have been funded by the Canada Council for the Arts and the Manitoba Arts Council and the OpenAI Researcher Access Program.

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