In compliance with current Provincial and Federal directives, and in the interests of public safety, we are cancelling all Goderich Laketown Band performances until further notice.
In Memory of the Fallen
As dawn approached Sunday morning there was a rumble of thunder and the skies threatened rain. But as the morning progressed, the skies broke, and for once, the weather cooperated. The annual Decoration Day Ceremony at the Maitland Cemetery was able to proceed without a hitch.
It was a moving moment to hear and see the Celtic Blue Highlanders under the leadership of Major Matt Hoy, lead the procession of veterans, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, and the Ladies Auxiliary onto the grounds.
The Goderich Laketown Band performed leading up to the service and also provided the musical accompaniment for the hymn sing. Archdeacon Allan Livingstone presided over the service followed by Pipe Major Matt Hoy performing “The Lament” on pipes and Katie Dockstader performing “The Last Post” and “The Rouse” on trumpet. Wreathes and poppies were laid at the memorial by The Town of Goderich, Royal Canadian Air Cadets, The Ladies Auxiliary, and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 109.
Unlike the more public commemorations that remember the fallen every November 11, this was a private moment where those connected to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice could reflect, remember and honour loved ones lost.
July 2019 has been a busy month!
Although technically not in July, this event did take place during the July long weekend. It was a beautifull Sunday summer evening at the bandstand in Stratford Park where we performed for a very appreciative audience. This is one of the nicest venues we have the privilege of performing at, and you can’t beat the ambience of this park.
The very next day, it was back to Goderich where we took part in the Goderich Canada Day opening ceremony at Courthouse Square. We had a great turnout with everyone enjoying the sunshine, hotdogs, and cold drinks.
The band was all decked out in our reds, perfect for Canada Day. I think everyone was relieved that this year, the sun continued to shine, unlike the drenching downpour we experienced last year.
We like to thank TTK Transport once again, for supplying us with a driver, truck and trailer for this year’s parade. It was a very smooth ride and I think we had the best seats in the house!
On July 15th, we performed a benefit concert for the Van Egmond House Museum. Normally this would have taken place on the grounds of the museum, but this year a rain squall threatened, so we moved to the clubhouse of the Bridges golf community in Seaforth.
Tonight (July 17) we are taking the trip up to Kincardine and will be playing in Dunsmoor Park. If you’re in the area, drop by, stay for the concert, and watch the sun set over Lake Huron. If that isn’t an option, join us back in Goderich July 28th, when we will be performing on the Harbour Park stage behind the Park House. We have great sunsets there too.