Optimist Club launches Rhythm and Ribs Festival

The Optimist Club of Erin,Ontario is planning a new event for their community this year: the Rhythm and Ribs Festival. They hope that thousands will turn out for the event; however, according to the organizing committee it is has not been planned as a fundraiser, but rather as a celebration of McMillan Park, 109 N. Main Street, that opened up in the downtown core last year.

Rhythm and Ribs will feature ribs from three local restaurants, Bistro Riviere, Dave's and What's Cookin', a beer garden and arts booths. Plus nine bands will perform over the two day period

The Erin Optimist Club and other associations were involved in developing the park and see the event as a way to celebrate the community. Rhythm and Ribs will take place August 14-15, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.