Beacon Park Pavillion - Sidney, British Columbia
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This bandshell is dedicated to the memory of an important volunteer in the music scene in Sidney, British Columbia.
Waymark Code: WM7BZT
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 10/03/2009
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Text on the plaque
"Joan E. Ballenger
1939 - 2005
The Town of Sidney and the Peninsula Celebrations Society celebrates Joan Ballenger, an incredibly active community volunteer. In 1994, Joan saw an opportunity to share her love of music with the public and initiated the Sunday afternoon music concerts. To this day the concerts are enjoyed by many.
A woman with vision
Plaque dedicated June 28, 2009"
"In July 2007, the Town of Sidney was awarded a BC Government Spirit Squares Grant for the design and construction of a new pavilion structure in Beacon Park. The pavilion structure and surrounding landscaping are designed to function as a multi-purpose venue for a variety of community and cultural events and to serve as a gathering place for community residents and visitors to the Town. Since it was opened in June 2009, it has become a prominent waterfront destination and focal point in the downtown core.
The structure was designed by D'Ambrosio Architecture & Urbanism and built by StructureCraft Builders Inc. Construction commenced in December 2008, and was completed in June 2009. A grand opening event was held on June 28, 2009, to officially open the new performance venue and celebrate the new community gathering place."
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