RATHNELLY DAY 2024 EVENT SCHEDULE
Saturday, June 15 (RAIN OR SHINE)
8:30 AM 80’s THEMED AEROBICS + OPENING PARADE
Gather at Hardy’s Corner (Rathnelly & McMaster) dressed in your theme-inspired attire. Join in an energetic aerobics class and then keep the blood pumping with a rousing tour around the neighbourhood. Feel free to bring along all manner of noise makers to help us wake up any sleeping neighbours as we parade through the community!
9:15 AM BREAKFAST AT PUMP PARK
Head into the park for a remarkable feast, complete with a themed festive breakfast fair! Tickets are available at the gate if you haven’t pre-purchased. Please consider doing your part to keep the Republic green and bring along your own plates, cups, and cutlery to breakfast!
9:30 AM KIDS CRAFTS
Immediately following breakfast, innovative crafts keep little hands busy, and minds entertained while parents visit.
9:45 AM DIGNITARY ADDRESS
Josh Matlow (City Counsellor) will be joining the breakfast festivities.
10:00 AM KIDS PHOTO
We will commemorate this special event with a group photo – so don’t let your little one leave until they’ve hollered “CHEESE”!
10:15 AM BEST KIDS COSTUME CONTEST
Our younger residents will have a chance to strike their best poses. And while every costume will no doubt be award-worthy, the top 3 will win a prize!
10:30 AM KIDS GAMES
Come out to participate or spectate (both equally rewarding) as our kids compete in various events. No child is too young or too old and the FINALE is always a delight to watch!
12:00 PM LUNCH
Each to their own…homes that is!
1:00 PM CAPTURE THE FLAG
Meet at Hardy’s Corner and participants will be grouped into teams before heading into the park to capture the flag! Recommended for citizens 9+.
2:00 PM HISTORIC WALKING TOUR
Meet at Hardy’s Corners for a “whirl-wind tour of the Republic" – uncovering the unique history and discovering exciting details of famous neighbours and events in the hood.
5:00 PM KIDS DINNER
A favourite part of every kid’s day…dinner. We’ll have kid-friendly favourites on offer for our junior Rathnelly residents.
5:30 PM KIDS ENTERTAINMENT
Behind the Rock at Hardy’s Corner, the children will be well entertained.
5:30 PM ADULT MINGLE
The adults can enjoy time mingling with neighbours. Bring along an appetizer for sharing and if you like, an entry to the Best Cocktail/Mocktail contest. We’ll also be voting on Best Adult Costume. Judging will get underway at 6 pm.
6:00 PM RAFFLE & SILENT AUCTION
Last chance to buy extra raffle tickets. Plus back by popular demand – the Rathnelly Day Silent Auction. Bid on some great prizes and support the Republic. Winning raffle tickets and auction bids will be announced before dinner.
7:30 PM DINNER
Head to your table for a personally prepared meal. In the spirit of community, we are suggesting tables be lined up in one long run, the length of Rathnelly - allowing for some space in between to allow for easy transition. Remember table décor is judged and creativity is applauded. Know of a neighbour new to the Republic? Please consider inviting them to join your group for dinner!
9:00 PM DANCING
Join your neighbours for dancing in the cross streets at Hardy’s Corner. FUN FOR ALL AGES.
11:30 PM CLEAN UP
Don't forget to return your table to Hardy's Corner, remove all chairs from the streets and pick up any garbage you might come across as you make your way home.
11:59 PM ALL QUIET
Streets must be clean, clear and blockades removed. Feel free to lend a hand as we ensure that the streets are once again accessible to residents and emergency vehicles.