MAYFAIR — Many prairie Snowbirds are en route to warmer climates for the winter. They are trying to escape the bone-chilling temperatures that most winters bring forth to the prairies. Perhaps it will be a replay of 2023 when it was a 'brown' Christmas with little snow cover until later January 2024.
Although Brody Van Nortwick married Cheanise in December 2023 their lovely wedding celebration was in Hinton, Alta. (where they reside) in October. Brody is the youngest son of Norman and Jackie Van Nortwick of Mayfair. Congrats.
Congratulations to three local couples in the Mayfair area who became grandparents again. Oct. 17 third child (boy) to Becky and Daniel Bezmutko of Hafford, grandparents Kolin and Cheryl Bulmer (Mayfair). Kelsey and Ryan Humen are first-time parents (girl) of Hafford. Mayfair's grandparents are Mervin and Brenda Chudy. Tiandra and Tanner Quinn of North Battleford's first child (girl) and local Whikow grandparents are Francis and Gerald Ewanchuk. Congratulations to all the above families.
Jim Tomkins of Rabbit Lake spearheaded the Hepburn/Langham area trail ride this past week. The weather was a little cooler but six- to 80-year-olds saddled up their horses enjoying the scenery of the Saskatchewan River. This Cowboy Way Shindig was complete with a delicious potluck supper and Myal Gamball and sidekick Tim Hatcher (harmonica) were such a hit even the cows were tapping their hooves. As Jim says, "Later everyone gathered ‘round for enough grub to feed a small army and some foot stomping’ hand clapping’ music had the rafters running at Grandma’s House.” This venue is a picturesque two-storey farmhouse 15 kilometres southwest of Hepburn with a view of the river, ravine and rolling countryside. It is a 112-year-old homestead which has been refinished and filled with vintage touches having a large room for such gatherings as this. A good time was had by all.
My neighbour Tanya Penner’s (Cherwinski) daughter Sarah got married to Dallen Farquhar of Meadow Lake on Sept. 28. Sarah relocated to that area a few years ago. Congratulations to everyone involved.
Hafford’s Skate Club is holding a swap/ shop at the Communiplex on Nov. 12 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Drop off old equipment by Nov. 11 with price and name attached.
Maymont Library Christmas fundraiser raffle draw date is Dec. 7. $2/ ticket with a chance to win one of three prizes.
Condolences to Marlene, Jack Pool and family on the passing of Jack’s dear Mother, Ann who was a resident at Hafford Special Care Home. Marlene taught at Mayfair Central School for many years.
Hurrah for the Hafford senior boys’ football team as they defeated Lemberg in the provincial semifinal on Nov. 2. Mark your calendars for this Saturday, Nov. 9 1:00 p.m. as it is the Provincial game (final one) against Hanley. Cost: adult $8.00 / Gr. 7-12 $6.00 and children FREE. Concession on site. Local fans cheer loud.
Please beware that when bus drivers have the red lights flashing this is of important significance. If not abiding there is a $360.00 fine resulting in a serious offence. This is all for the safety of our precious children.
Get well wishes going out to Father Godwin the parish priest at Hafford / Mayfair area. He is currently in a Saskatoon hospital. Father recently returned from his home country Nigeria on a holiday. Locally, also in hospital, Bev Thomas recovering from surgery. Everything takes time to heal, especially when a person ages.
Nov. 11 is a day to honour the soldiers who lost their lives/the remaining “ living ones and military people who serve our countries throughout the world. When the clock strikes 11:00 a.m. Take a moment's silence to honour our heroes. The closest Remembrance Day service for us is in Hafford Communiplex. Wear your poppies with pride.
