The Wednesday morning ‘Chat and Chew’ at the Do Drop In is proving to be a popular event when about 20 showed up to visit over coffee and a treat last week. Gail and Lorna hosted it.
Duplicate bridge was played at the Do Drop In Tuesday evening with top score going to Terence and Jette DaSilva, second were Maureen Campbell and Margaret Dyck, tied for third were Trudy Iverson and Gerry Craig along with Julie Moore and Eric Callbeck. Thursday evening in the Pioneer Hall in the city, top was Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen, second were Catriona Winterholt and Jane Groves, third were Lucille and Bernard Gregoire.
The seniors held their monthly meeting Nov. 8 with Shirley Dies in the chair. Old business tidied up plans for the Christmas supper on Dec. 15 at 5:30 p.m. Entertainment has been arranged and appreciation will be shown with gift certificates. Items for the food bank will be appreciated rather than exchanging gifts. Christmas decorations will be put up Nov. 13 at 1 p.m. Maureen gave the library report: one patron saved $4,338.49 by using library facilities; circulation of books has been good; in order to provide Story Time for the children there may be a change in library hours. Arlene sent a get-well card to Lou Tait on behalf of the seniors. There will be no potluck lunch following the December meeting Dec. 14. Appreciation for the work Mary Shury does for the seniors and the community was discussed. Shuffleboard will be charging $3 to play from now on and the next tournament will be Dec. 10. Happy Birthday was sung to Rose Delainey for her 86th birthday on Nov. 12. Next meeting will be Dec. 14, at 10:30 a.m.
Norwegian whist was played at the Do Drop In Nov. 9 afternoon with three tables in play. Top score went to Lorna Pearson, second Carole Huys and tied for third were Pat Chapman and Albert Huys. A tasty snack was enjoyed before everyone left.
The Ranger Hall, west of Leoville, was the scene of a Fall Supper on Oct. 21 when more than 200 people attended to enjoy a home-cooked meal. Their hall is an old schoolhouse that has been renovated and is not huge, but people were patient and it was a nice evening and some tables were set up outside. That’s about 30 more than they have ever had before.
Shuffleboard was played at the Do Drop In Nov. 10 with 18 folks taking part. The tournament was enjoyed, with the board being quite keen, as well as chitchat and Kaiser games and pool games. Winners were Joyce Rowland and Lorna Pearson, second Juliette Blais and Wally Mack, then Maureen Campbell and Jack Stewart. The potluck dinner was delicious and enjoyed by everyone. Coffee and snacks were on hand all day.
The Remembrance Day service was held in Meota in the Community Complex with a good attendance. Bob Zurowski was the Master of Ceremonies. Welcome was by MLA Larry Doke, O Canada was sung, Lawrie Ward gave the opening prayer. Bob Zurowski read In Flanders Fields. Wreaths were laid by various dignitaries. The names on the Cenotaph were read, followed by They Survived by Bob. A video presentation showing different war stories was played. Grace preceded the luncheon. This was lasagna made with buffalo meat donated by Hubert Esquirol, which all seemed to enjoy, along with salads and many desserts. About 75 folks partook of the tasty meal. Lots of socializing went on also.
Attending the 39th Senior Supper meal in Spiritwood Nov. 10 was a delight for daughter Joyce and myself. We saw ever so many old friends, some schoolmates for her, and enjoyed a delicious meal. It was well worth the drive up there. Again the food was home prepared, so tasty and plentiful. The Lions Club hosted the event, but the evening is sponsored by the Town of Spiritwood, the RM of Spiritwood, the Chamber of Commerce and the Lions Club. We overnighted with Helene and Lloyd Fisher, and appreciated their hospitality. On the drive down Sunday morning we listened to the ceremony from North Battleford and heard my Dad’s name, H. Gordon Shepherd, listed with veterans from that area.
Muriel Tebay left the hospital on Monday and is spending some time with her son Wilbert and Connie Fennig, at their farm.
