Happy New Year Wetaskiwin

The New Year was welcomed in fashion at the Royal Canadian Legion Wetaskiwin branch Dec. 31

The Awkward Turtles member Kevin Jackson performed live at the Royal Canadian Legion Wetaskiwin branch New Years Eve bash Dec. 31.

The Awkward Turtles member Kevin Jackson performed live at the Royal Canadian Legion Wetaskiwin branch New Years Eve bash Dec. 31.

The Royal Canadian Legion Wetaskiwin branch offered a family-friendly New Years Eve bash Dec. 31 featuring live music, plenty of balloons at 12 midnight, shiny hats and whistles. Entertainment was provided by The Awkward Turtles.

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