NORTH BATTLEFORD — The North Battleford Senior Citizens Action Now club held a potluck luncheon Oct. 11 in honour of the members who celebrated their birthdays September and October. The 12 people who took their place at the head table were Olga Sendecki, Mildred L'Heureux, Travis Baycroft, Mary Baycroft, Richard Horrell, Marie Sobieski, Audrey Nesbitt, Evelyn Foster, Helen Polishchuk, Carol Godfrey and Joyce Luckey. Missing were Linda Bomok and Linda Emberley.
Thanks to Donna O'Connor for being the hostess, assisted by Stella Ewanchuk, who asked the blessing before we all enjoyed a delicious meal.
Following that, each birthday member introduced themselves and shared how they spent the Thanksgiving weekend. All were grateful for time spent with family and friends.
Also joining members for the afternoon was Marcel Lacoursiere's sister, Stella from Montreal, Que., who was here in North Battleford visiting him and her other siblings.
It is heartbreaking to hear news of the disastrous situations that are happening in many parts of the world. Earlier in the year when we heard several families had arrived here from Ukraine, being forced to leave their homes and country because of the unjust war that was happening in their country, we wondered what we could do to help. Federal and provincial support was available but it is not always enough. So under the direction of former president, Faye Goll, a huge rummage sale was held. Articles from members and nonmembers were donated and sold with the proceeds being donated to the Battlefords Ukrainian Cultural Council, an organization providing support and programs welcoming newcomers from Ukraine to North Battleford.
A cheque for $1,500 was presented to Paul Kardynal, president of the BUCCC, who attended the luncheon.
Thanks to everyone who made donations and helped with the sale. It is greatly appreciated.
Regular activities continue at Action Now with daily card games of canasta, cribbage and Kaiser being held in the afternoons for members and Kaiser tournaments every Friday night open to the public. The attendance has been good but we welcome new members any time.
Fun Time with Roger and Linda, usually two Saturday afternoons a month, is enjoyed by all. We encourage you to join us for an afternoon of fun and entertainment. You won't be disappointed.
It seems early to be talking about Christmas but our Christmas Party is scheduled for Dec. 13 so keep that in mind when planning December activities.
For further information or questions contact: Margaret Kemp 306-445-5646; Judy Tomanek 306-937-7458; Stella Ewanchuk 306-445-6721.
