Thanksgiving feasts are over and now we are seeing more Halloween decorations. And there is still some hope in Riderville, for next year maybe! Who isn’t loving those Blue Jays playing baseball in October? Beats the heck out of TV election campaign coverage and it is exciting to see this team succeed after their long drought.
As we are happily readying for arena season in Unity, our thoughts go out to our close neighbours, Wilkie, on the devastating fire at their arena. Although damage reports are not confirmed, this definitely is a tremendous blow to hockey, curling and hall events in Wilkie.
The co-operative partnership of Delta Co-op and Unity Credit Union once again showed their commitment to help “build better communities” by using the opportunity of Co-operative Week celebrations to give something back to the community they serve.
Staff set out to perform random acts of kindness throughout the day, covering nearly all demographics in the community. They kicked off the day at UCHS, then headed to the museum with a work party. Some of the group headed to St. Peter’s later that morning to provide supervision.
Meals on wheels deliveries were also made. Fruit trays were delivered to the police station, fire hall, doctors’ office and some other places that the group felt could use a thank you. The group also headed to the public school in the afternoon for supervisory duties.
Unity Public School staff and students enjoyed a short week this week thanks to the Thanksgiving long weekend. Education Week is recognized Oct. 18 to 24, and UPS starts it all off with Bus Driver Appreciation Day.
Students will enjoy a grilled cheese hot lunch Oct. 20. The kids have chosen dress as your favourite sport or activity as their spirit day Oct. 21, in conjunction with the SCC sponsored Family Literacy Night beginning at 7 p.m. And they tell us there is a student celebration Oct. 23.
Keep those Campbell’s labels coming as these are valuable when redeemed as points for products in the school. Did you know in the past Campbell’s points bought a camera for the school? There are a number of valuable items that can be chosen from points redeemed through Campbell’s labels, but it does take work to get them sorted and tallied so please call the school if you can lend a hand with this task.
St. Peter’s School is proud of their gratitude wall that has expanded beyond what they were expecting. Staff, students and parents all have had a chance to add in their reasons for thankfulness on this venue.
One of the things to be thankful for at St. Peter’s is the gift of music shared by Mrs. Keller who has the beautiful music of both the choir and the band echoing in the St. Peter’s hallways.
To celebrate Education Week , St. Peter’s students will take part in activities with a number of spirit days throughout the week, as well as Family Reading Night and a Celebrate Seniors program followed by tea and dainties wherein grandparents and seniors in the community are invited to St. Peter’s School. Education Week activities wrap up with Pyjama Day and kicks off with the SCC serving up a pancake breakfast.
Unity Composite High School Warrior football has one game left in regular season to see where they sit in the playoff race.
Cross-country certainly saw success at the district cross-country event Oct. 8 and will be sending UCHS students to provincial competition.
Volleyball is in full swing as teams host home tournaments, league play and travel to other events about the province, all in preparation for a season of development and district events. With multiple teams in both senior and junior divisions, this keeps the gyms full.
UCHS was welcomed back after their long weekend by Delta Co-op and Unity Credit Union staff as these businesses kicked off a full day of RAKs by stopping at the high school, handing out positive messages and treats encouraging students to “pay it forward.”
Another season of Unity Minor Football is over. Team Red defeated Biggar in the consolation side of semifinals and played Kindersley in the final on Thanksgiving Monday. Team Black Titans pulled off a big win against Plenty in the semifinals and went on to square off against the team they were tied with first place for, Macklin. Neither result was available at press time.
It’s not just Blue Jays gear we see around town as the Habs look is showing up in more places in anticipation of the upcoming Montreal Canadiens alumni game coming to Unity Nov. 27. The post office has some great Canadiens merchandise in stock with the Delta Co-op C-Store currently holding a draw for a Habs jersey.
Tickets are on sale for the Montreal Canadiens alumni event as well as for the progressive 50/50 jackpot. Don’t miss out your chance to get your name in on the silent auction items, some of which include an autographed Holtby jersey, an autographed Johnny Gaudrea jersey, a ticket package for the Hitmen and Flames in the Flames alumni corporate box and much more.
Contact Carey Baker at 306-228-2621 for details on how you can bid on your place on the roster, or for some of the other opportunities available.
Speaking of hockey, the 3-on-3 pre-season event is over and the hockey season is now in full swing. This year’s season includes once again multiple teams in all divisions of minor hockey; including a midget AA team. The Unity Miners senior team is underway as well. Rec hockey teams are also back on the ice.
And arena season doesn’t just include hockey as the Unity Skating club is also back in session. Your best bet for knowing what the arena schedule is to check their Facebook page or the schedule posted in the arena or log onto the Town of Unity website.
The Unity Curling Club is hosting a Learn to Curl Night and you still have until Oct. 19 to register for only $10 with equipment provided.
Even though curling club registration has taken place, if you missed out on registration nights, you can contact the curling club at 306-228-2212. League curling starts Oct. 27 and junior curling will start Monday, Nov. 2. Brooms and sliders are provided.
If you are a curling fan you will want to come and watch Oct. 30 to Nov. 1 when the UCC is hosting the Unity Compass Minerals Tournament of Champions Cash Spiel. The public is welcome to come out and enjoy some competitive curling.
For any details on these or other events upcoming at the Unity Curling Club, contact the club by phone at 306-228-2212 or log on to our Facebook page for the latest updates.
Excitement is building for the new, creative chamber initiative, Zombie Fest, happening Oct. 31. You need to have a child, student or adult passport to participate. Passports are now being sold, for folks to get filled up all day Oct. 31 at local participating businesses. Filled passports can then be turned in for the 2nd Avenue Cinema kids’ show in late afternoon, student show at 6:30 p.m. or adult show at 9:30 p.m.
There are a couple of events in town Oct. 24, including the KC Rescue open house that will include a barbecue, a bake sale and a garage sale. As well, tickets are now on sale for the Unity Facilities Committee annual steak and lobster dinner for that evening. Tickets are available by contacting the town office at 306-228-2621 and include not only the feast but also a DJ for some dancing later on.
Coffee row folks –Riders, Blue Jays, harvest, fall events in the community – so much to talk about each day. Good thing these folks all enjoy a good cup of coffee and a good conversation to be part of. There is no lack of upcoming activities to review or anticipate as you can see by the lists in this column. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …
