The Souris Peacock Days and Fair is right around the corner and the community of Souris-Glenwood is putting all the finishing touches on all the many events that will be taking place across the town from July 7-9th.

Jessie Goodwill wears a few hats in the organization of the annual fair, being a committee member of the organizing committee, as well as secretary-treasurer of the Souris-Glenwood Agricultural Society.

She says the peacocks have been an iconic addition to their community since 1984 and so, having their summer fair joined together with Peacock Days was the perfect fit.  

"The peacocks were managed by the Victoria Park Board with extra care by local community resident, Jim Ludlam," explains Goodwill.  "During the 2011 flood, the birds' sanctuary was destroyed, and the peacocks were released from the park and ventured to other areas of town."

"Since then," she adds, "they are recognized as ambassadors for our community. Therefore, it was right to name our townwide community event Peacock Days & Fair because it is in conjunction with the annual fair."

The Souris Fair has a very rich history, beginning in 1884 (yes, 139 years ago!) hosted by the Souris-Glenwood Ag Society.  But this is the 3rd year that the organizing committee has combined the two events; Souris Fair & Peacock Days.

Goodwill says the events are taking place at the Airport, the Bowl, Crescent Ave, the Fairgrounds, Town parking lot, and Victoria Park junction.  A whole host of events will meet all the expectations we expect at a summer fair; antique tractor pull, barrel racing, farmers' market, live music on Crescent Ave, old timers dance, firefighter rodeo, Southwest Classic Cruizers Car Show and MORE - including the peacock calling contest! 

"There is no charge to residents and visitors, but donations are kindly accepted," adds Goodwill. "But we're so happy to do this for our community!"

Please listen to more with Jessie Goodwill as she explains more of what Souris Peacock Days & Fair will look like on July 7-9th.

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(Photo credit Jessie Goodwill)