The winter storm came and went, as they do, and we didn’t suffer too much. The snow movers were out in full force in the neighbourhood Sunday morning, so the worst piles of snow are cleaned up nicely – many thanks to these fellows who always show up, it is truly appreciated.
Condolences go out to John Kalesnikoff of Meota who lost his wife, Shirley Swanton, suddenly Feb. 26. Also to Shirley Gies who lost a sister, Eva Osterman, living at River Heights Lodge, recently.
The Power Corporation has the Pevach Company in town removing troublesome big old maple trees that might interfere with the power lines. They cut them down and shred them, for the most part. I expect that these trees are likely all of 100 years old, and many have come to the end of a long life span, anyway. I’m surprised how non-uniform they are in shape. Some are very twisted and ungainly looking.
Duplicate bridge was played at the Do Drop In Feb. 27 with top score by Linda Ard and Robert Iverson, tied for second were Gerry Fernandes and Dave Scherman, and Dave Creegan and Eric Callbeck, third were Margaret Dyck and Maureen Campbell. Playing in the Pioneer Hall in the city March 1 found top score going to Margaret Dyck and Gerry Craig, second to Gerry Fernandes and Jean Lawes and third spot tied with Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt and Linda Ard and Robert Iverson. Seems the players are back on schedule after the winter break some have had.
It is very sad news for our community to hear that our dear librarian is having to retire because of health reasons. She takes all that knowledge with her, but she has no choice. She will surely be missed by her patrons.
Good news however follows now that the Credit Union is open five days a week again. It is just simpler when one is used to that, to be curtailed to three days.
The regular meeting of the Do Drop In Club has been changed to March 16, rather than the 9th, at 10:30 a.m. Then instead of having our pot luck lunch there, lunch will be at the Community Hall at their monthly noon meal.
The gathering for Norwegian Whist was at the home of Marie Bruynoogle, in the city. Top scores here went to Albert Huys, Bev McCrimmon, and Gail Hilderman. Tied for fourth place were Shirley Tebay and Arlene Walker. A nice afternoon, with four tables in play and a lovely lunch served by the hostess after.
There is so much flooding in various parts of the world but I heard of an area in Australia that got three inches of rain in one hour, a long downpour!!
The Meota Hobby Band will entertain at St. Joe’s Hall in the city March 13. This is always a nice listen along with other things going on and always a nice lunch after, a nice social afternoon.
Six members of the Girls Club met at the Sewing Room at the Community Complex with their leader Tanya Rowe Gansauge, and quilt makers Vi Cardinal, Mavis Humenny and Irene Carlson, Tuesday evening, Feb. 27. The girls each made a pillow case or a book bag, learned more about sewing machines and how they work, how to use a cutting wheel and so on. They enjoy their annual visit. Sorry I don’t have clearance for sending pictures this time.
Deer tracks in and about town are interesting, makes me feel more at home, as they were seen so often in Chitek. They have even been seen here in town in daytime, a sight everyone enjoys.
Members of the Do Drop In have been invited to join the seniors group in Edam, March 19, for their annual get-together. The day will consist of a St. Patrick’s noon meal of stew and biscuits followed by entertainment and games. This is always a fun time.
The first Friday in March has been designated as the World Day of Prayer for Christians around the world, for many years. This year the program was held in the local Catholic Church, March 2, with a program set out by women of Suriname (formerly Dutch Guiana) where Dutch is the official language. In Suriname women didn’t have the same civil rights as men until 1984, having only become independent from the Netherlands in 1975. The women of Suriname have educated themselves and are spurring us on to give thoughtful consideration to our planet, asking – ‘How good is God’s creation?’ and ‘what is our role as Christians in the world? How do we live responsibly in the twenty-first century?’ As Christians gather world-wide they are joining together to consider our part in protecting and preserving what God has given us. Tanya Rowe Gansauge MCed the program.
The Snowmobile Rally at Vawn is on March 10. Call 306-821-1330 for info.
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies women’s hockey team won over British Columbia Hurricanes, 2-0 in Game 1 of Canada West Semifinals Feb. 23. Ava Thiessen, daughter of Grace and John Diehl of Okotoks, formerly of North Battleford, is on the University of Saskatchewan team.
