Winterfest promises big sports buffet

Winterfest promises big sports buffet
Sports fans in the Midland area will be in their glory, Feb. 4 and 5 when the 2004 edition of Winterfest takes place in the region. Highlighted by an appearance by the Buffalo Sabres Alumni at a fund-raising hockey game, sports fans will have a chance to get their fill of sports activities, including hockey, basketball, slo-pitch and public skating. The Buffalo Sabres Alumni will battle the Midland Community Stars in the fund-raising game, set Saturday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre. Proceeds from the game will be turned over to the Midland and Area Reading Council. Simcoe North MP Paul DeVillers is among those expected to lace up their skates and play for the Midland squad. Tickets on game night are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 & under. Meanwhile, a two-day Ontario Basketball Association girls invitational tournament gets under way Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. Bantam, midget and juvenile teams will participate in the tournament, with games being played at St. Theresa