Tell me, how did it get to the end of September already? I am enjoying this lingering gorgeous fall weather, but these tinder-dry conditions have certainly created some fire hazards for area farmers and several equipment fires have been attended to in recent weeks.
Unity Public School held a parent information night Sept. 18. New students and parents were invited at 6:30 p.m. to review the guidelines and sign the oath in regards to the school's iPad use. At 7 p.m., everyone was welcome to meet the new teachers and principal as well as hear an overview of the new reporting system that will be in effect this year for all Saskatchewan schools.
Unity Composite High School had a rousing spirit week for Welcome Week. In addition to a different spirit day each weekday, the school also held a pep rally Thursday and cheered on the Warriors football team as they hit the field for their first home game of the season. The Warriors won another decisive victory which leaves them with a 3-0 record.
The students hosted the ever popular chili cook-off Friday with the proceeds of over $700 from this event earmarked for Team Canada athlete, Alyssa Weninger, as she trains for the Rio Olympics in 2016.
The senior girls' volleyball team also hosted their home tournament last weekend.
Twenty students have been practising feverishly as part of their involvement in the new St. Peter's School band program, led by veteran music director Nadine Keller. Band students and parents are fundraising for the program, as instruments are expensive, as well to purchase rights for the music they will be using.
St. Peter's is welcoming back students with a brand new addition to their playground which they are also continuing fundraising for.
This is the last week for the "Bake it, make it or grow it" farmer's market which has been held in the Adanac Hall each Thursday. If you aren't there early, you might miss out. Doors open at 4 p.m. and this local market offers a great selection of garden product, baking, farm fresh eggs and plenty of other wonderful things.
Seven teams from initiation to atom divisions and 12 teams in total will play under the Unity Lazer title this year for hockey season. In addition to this many teams, the Unity Minor Hockey organization was pleased to see a number of officials register for the upcoming season, including veterans and newcomers. This is a happy occurrence as some surrounding communities struggle to recruit and retain officials for their seasons.
The 3-on-3 tournament starts next week, Sept. 30, and runs until mid-October.
Unity Skating Club registration takes place for group test and STARSkate participants today, Sept. 26, with CanSkate registration to follow at a later date.
Delta Co-op is hosting a tailgate party and barbecue Sept. 27. Along with a parking lot sale, the co-op staff is hosting a noon barbecue to benefit the KidSport program. All proceeds to KidSport in Unity stay in Unity and assist children, who would otherwise be unable to participate, with registrations for a variety of recreation programs in the community.
Trek for Treasure is back. Unity Credit Union and Delta Co-op, Unity locations, have teamed up once again to host this exciting contest. Members race to complete a slogan on their game card and completed game cards will be brought to the finale Oct. 17 to see who gets to open the lock to unveil three treasures.
With the annual fall fair and trade show edging ever closer, organizers are looking for donations of pies for the food booth, to add to the other delectable home cooking that weekend. Come out Oct. 4 and 5 and see 60-plus vendors on the trade show floor in addition to dozens of local fall fair entries in a variety of categories upstairs. The weekend's event includes a pancake breakfast Oct. 5.
If you appreciate the efforts of local animal rescue KC Rescue, why not buy your tickets for the Raise the Woof fundraiser to be held Oct. 4 at Bluez on 2nd? Advance tickets are only $15 for this stand-up comedy show, which will also include draws and a silent auction. Tickets can be purchased at Bluez or call 306-228-2583.
Congratulations to Dr. Linda Bloem who, in addition to her volunteer efforts in Honduras last year, took part for the third time as a cyclist in the Bikes for Bibles trek through the Rocky Mountains. Dr. Bloem was joined by Unity couple, Jim and Noella Chase, who served as support crew "roadies" for technical assistance, flagging, snacks, refreshments and other needed areas of support for the riders.
Coffee row conversation is a flurry of conversation as contributors talk of their dismay and concern with what appears to be a downward trend for the Riders after suffering their third loss in a nail-biter against the B.C. Lions. Harvest is a topic that is always front and centre, with discussions on the lack of rain as well as the progress harvesters have seen. September always brings a full slate of activities to discuss and review. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next week.
