Thorndale Agricultural Society thanks their volunteers
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By Nancy Abra
The Thorndale Agricultural Society has been part of Thorndale with its Thorndale Fall Fair since 1857.
Over the years, this event has brought people of all ages together and helps boost the economy of Thorndale. This society has become a vital community organization in Thorndale and the greater area as it also organizes and hosts other events throughout the year.
The recent Thorndale Dinner Theatre, Ladies Night in April, Back40 Bash in July and the Thorndale & Community Social in November all enhance the community economically, culturally and socially.
The ag. society thrives with its volunteers. Through the events they organize and activities they take part in, they create opportunities for people to contribute their time, skills and creativity. This leads to stronger intergenerational collaboration and leadership development for both teens and adults, deepening personal connections as well as making new community members feel welcome.
Last Friday evening, March 6, the directors of the Thorndale Agricultural Society hosted an informal thank-you party for their volunteers. Newly elected ag. society president Patrick Duffin addressed the gathering.
“Thank you everyone for coming. It is wonderful to see so many people here,” he said. “We greatly appreciate all the time and energy you have volunteered in the events that our ag. society put on, and I would also like to thank the Dorchester Agricultural Society for being here and helping with the refreshments.
“For the past six years, both of our ag. societies have been working together, supporting and collaborating with each other, which only strengthens both of our societies and builds a stronger municipality.”
It is community groups like the Thorndale Agricultural Society that keep our small towns vibrant, connected and with a sense of pride. And it is the dedicated volunteers that help make that all happen.
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