MAIDSTONE — Sad news this week of the passing of Lois Spence (Doug’s aunt) in Regina on Feb. 12 at the age of 92. Sincere sympathy goes to daughter Marina/Steve Jeffery (Quinn, Hope) of Regina and Stephen/Maxine (Gabriel, Jacob) of Didsbury, Alta.; sister-in-law, Joyce Weston of Maidstone; and 11 Weston, Tuplin and Utri nieces and nephews. Lois was a gentle, gifted woman, admired and loved by all who knew her. She was devoted to her family, church and community, enriching her life and the lives of others with music, reading, art, sports, nature and travel. The funeral service for Lois will be held April 20 at 2 p.m. at Sunset United Church in Regina and interment will be in Paynton Cemetery in May.
Ratushniak Elementary School sends heartfelt gratitude to Maidstone Community Calendar for their generous donation of over $1,800 for the Healthy Starts breakfast/lunch program. Thanks to everyone who supported and bought a community calendar. You are making a difference for our children.
Winners of the Oil’R’Ag Curling Bonspiel were: A Event (sponsor Keranda) – OD Well Service – Kim Zoller skip, Brennan Schiele third, Curtis Bowker second, Dave O’Donnell lead; B Event (sponsor Hardy’s/Border Concrete) – JK’s Welding – Stephen Myer skip, Jordi Skolrood third, Kelan Henderson second, Shawn Carson lead; C Event (sponsor Turtleford Co-op) – Owens Acres – Scott Owens skip, Hunter Allen third, Jayce Myer second, Noah Schempp lead. Thank you to sponsors, volunteers, curlers and spectators for making this event a success. Everyone enjoyed a great supper by Jackie Wright and casino by Maidstone Kin Club. The curling and socializing were top-notch. We’ll do it again next year Feb. 7 to 9 at Maidstone Curling Club. Follow the club on Facebook or contact Stephen Myer at 306-893-8414 to stay updated. (submitted by Stephen Myer)
Maidstone Skating Club’s final to-go meal for this season was successful and they thank the community for the support. The carnival queen candidates this year are Evelyn Telenga, Gwen Fritz and Sway Krepps. They’re working hard selling tickets and appreciate any buyers. Tickets are $1 each which enters purchasers in the prize draw for a gift basket donated by Maidstone Pharmacy, a $100 gift certificate donated by Video Junction or a $250 gift certificate donated by Keranda Industrial. Whoever sells the most tickets is crowned the queen at the carnival on March 17.
Seventeen seniors gathered on Wednesday, Feb. 14 for Valentine’s Day lunch. Thanks to Debbie, Darlene and Denise for putting the food together: shepherd’s pie, salad, pickles, buns and apple blossoms with ice cream. It was so good. Angie Ewanowich won the door prize: a caddy with lemon verbena hand soap, lotion and facecloth. It was an enjoyable afternoon with 15 of us staying for regular Wednesday bingo. Thanks to those who helped with dishes and clean-up.
Maidstone High School’s SADD chapter thanks everyone who supported their annual Valentine’s Day cake auction. They brought in $845. The entries were amazing and looked so delicious.
Both the elementary and high schools held Valentine’s Day dances. We accompanied our two youngest grandchildren to their dance and although there seemed to be more cavorting than dancing, all the kids were having a raucous time. The older students also had a blast at their dance with a DJ and canteen. With all that sugar and lack of sleep, I wonder how much work was accomplished in class the next day.
In high school sports, congratulations to the senior mixed curling team for winning gold at districts Feb. 15. They advance to regionals after the break. Congrats also to the senior boys' basketball team who won silver at the Paradise Hill tournament on the weekend.
A few of our amazing Kin Club members are off to TeleMiracle 48 Feb.24-25, making an on-air presentation Sunday, Feb. 25 at 9:29 a.m. (8:29 MST). If you have any donations to send please reach out to a Kin member or call 306-893-8115 or 306-893-8081. Receipts are available upon request.
Please note: Due to the proximity to other dances in town, the Girl Guides Youth Dance has been postponed to a later date.
Upcoming:
Sunday, Feb. 25 - Deadline for Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club’s Little Caesar fundraiser
Wednesday, Feb. 28 - Milleton Hall free dance lessons begin at 7 p.m. (every Wednesday until April 3)
