The fade of summer into fall and reduced activity in the community has residents altering their thoughts and plans for fall and winter. While options are limited for the things to do list, we are thankful for what is being offered and congratulate those who are choosing and willing to make these things happen.
School began in a staggered fashion Sept. 8 and now have about 10 days into this school year. Feelings are a mixture of apprehension and optimism. Teachers, school staff, students and school families need our support as they are on the front lines of these uncharted waters. Best statement I heard from a community member, “The best way that the community can continue to help is to follow best practices when it comes to maintaining their own health. The healthier we are as individuals, the more healthy our entire community will be.”
While back to school doesn’t include the same excitement and activity of welcome week activities and return of school sports, it does return to connection of people that many are thankful for. Please remember, there are no more drop-in visitors allowed at the school. Parents bringing items for children have to call in first. The success of school staying in classrooms depends upon everyone’s co-operation in distancing, masking, and other wellness protocols.
Also, just because inside the school may run differently, school zones still need our full attention to ensure safety. No travelling through bus zones for morning drop offs and after school pick ups and watch for excited and/or distracted children in school zones.
Harvest is happening all around us. Many producers are reporting nice looking crops and we are all hopeful that they can get them in the bin in a timely manner free of weather challenges that hampered operations in 2019. Please take your time travelling on the highways where farm equipment is on the move, as everyone plans to arrive alive, and your attentiveness and patience in travel will ensure that happens.
Hockey registration has taken place and the annual 3-on-3 event will proceed. Whether you are a player, parent or spectator, you will need to know the protocols, as there will be limited numbers of people allowed into these events.
You also have the option of supporting one of the restaurants in town either with dine-in or take-out format. Second Avenue Cinema has their distancing protocols in place for movies. The gyms and fitness classes in town are in operation and you call any one of these venues for more specific details or visit their social media pages.
If you are interested in civic politics or are disappointed or unhappy with current practises in your community, consider letting your name stand for mayor, councillor or RM councillor. Nominations are open for upcoming municipal elections.
A provincial election is also upcoming and there is a vote-by-mail option if you are uncomfortable attending a polling station. Check out the Elections Saskatchewan website for details.
A big thank you to community supporter, Unity Credit Union, who recently donated $5,000 to the Unity Golf Course.
Have you had your fill of zucchini yet? Because if not, I have seen plenty of it circulated either in raw or processed form. Consider sharing your excess garden produce with the local food bank or someone who wasn’t able to garden this year.
Here’s hoping this finds you all safe, healthy and socially distanced. Until next week ...
