Christmas in over, but the bright lights are still on. The Meota Lakeshore Lions sponsored a Christmas lighting competition and earning first prize were Brenda and Bob Zurowski, second was Laura Johnston (Robert Iverson’s house) and third were Maurice and Florence Bru. The public appreciate all the efforts that went into this project.
We’re sorry the fish fry had to be cancelled. We were looking forward to a good feed after all the turkey and ham we’ve eaten during the holidays.
Sponsored by the local Lions, the community hall was the scene of Santa Claus Day Dec. 21 when about 35 children and adults gathered to spend a memorable afternoon together. Santa Claus appeared and presented each child with a candy bag and an orange, The Girl’s Club organized craft tables where the children enjoyed a variety of activities. The participants were treated to hot dogs, hot chocolate and cookies. The highlight of the day was riding in a wagon behind the beautiful team of Clydesdale horses brought into town by Marcel Duhaime from Vawn. This day will be one of those childhood memories these folks will carry forever as special times.
The hoar frost that settled on every tree and fence line stayed on all week, but as of Sunday it was starting to fall off. It has been a real-life winter wonderland and any drive in the country presented one little miracle after another, beauty you cannot describe.
My daughter went to an outdoor wedding in Lethbridge, Alta. Saturday. There were lap robes available, but very few people used them. The temperature was a few degrees above zero. Can you imagine planning this not knowing how cold it might be? I suspect they had a “Plan B.”
The Meota Lions Club is sponsoring the January Noon Luncheon of soup and sandwiches on Jan. 17. This is being offered free in appreciation of the good support the community has always given the Lions’ Club.
Real estate seems to be moving again in the village, as we hear Ross Morton’s house is sold, and Gladys Lehman’s house, too. We welcome all newcomers to the village and hope they will take part in activities offered.
There must be at least two dozen icefishing shacks out on the lake. I see them going by loaded on a truck or towed behind, or a truck with a trailer and one or two snow machines. I did hear of an eight-pounder being brought in recently, so there are some fish biting the hook. The nice weather coming this week will be a bonus for outdoor people.
