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Ligo – June 25, 2016

The Edmonton Latvian Society IMANTA will host a Līgo celebration on Saturday, June 25 at OTS park (www.edmonton-ots.com). The address is 2104 – 156 Street SW and best access is via Anthony Henday Drive to Rabbit Hill Road overpass, then south on 156 Street. The last part of the drive is on a gravel road. Parking will be in front and to the left of the caretaker’s house as you enter the property – watch for signage. There is another larger parking lot to the right of the large hall which is being used by another group until early evening.  A parking attendant will be will be at that lot to direct entry.  Do not enter this way.

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Ligo 2016

Please mark your calendar for our annual Jāņi/Līgo Celebration which will be on June 25! This year we will celebrate on Edmonton Oilfield Technical Society grounds http://www.edmonton-ots.com/ please check out this location. Do not miss the opportunity to celebrate most Latvian holidays of all – Jani or “Liigo!” when people participate in joyous festivities, just as their ancestors did centuries ago. On the longest day and shortest night of the year, Latvians make garlands, drink beer, eat caraway cheese, sing, dance. Invite your family and friends, everyone is welcome. More details to come.

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Only one more!

We are still one short!  Looking for a volunteer to help us out at our casino event on March 14th for a cashier shift 6:45 pm to 3:15 am.   Anybody out there?

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Volunteers Still Needed!

Imanta’s casino event on March 13 and 14th is fast approaching and we are still in need of volunteers to help us out. We have four spots to fill for March 14th (Monday). Two cashier shifts (6:45 pm – 3:15 am) and two count room shifts (11:30 pm – 3:35 am). No experience necessary! Casino funds are vital to our scholarship and seniors programs, so if you or a family member or friend can help us out, please contact us at imantaedmonton@gmail.com

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Volunteers Needed

Has Imanta been good to you or your organization this year? Now we need your help: Imanta is looking for volunteers for our Casino on March 13th and 14th at Baccarat Casino in downtown Edmonton. There are day shifts and evening shifts available. No experience necessary! Meet other Imanta members! All volunteers will be provided a free meal! Remember: Casino funds are vital to our scholarship and seniors programs, so if you can help us out please contact us at imantaedmonton@gmail.com. And if you know someone who would fill a shift, please pass on the word.

Shifts available for both days:

Cashier –           10:30 AM to 7:00 PM    or     6:45 PM to 3:15 AM
Chip Runner     10:30 AM to 6:30 PM    or     6:30 PM to 3:15 AM
Count Room      11:30 PM to 3:30 AM