The baby shower planned for Gloria Jung, from the store, has been changed to Jan. 15, at the Do Drop In, from 2 to 4 p.m. Eden and Gloria welcomed their healthy baby girl on Dec. 4, so she will be six weeks old when her baby shower is held. Gloria’s mother has been here from Korea for a couple weeks already and is happy to join them in the excitement of a first baby. Congratulations to them all.
Those with Facebook may have seen the drone pictures of the elevator at Turtleford burning down, remarkable what modern technology provides us with. I think that the second grocery store in Turtleford was closed this fall also, so they have lost two important businesses recently. I recall many years ago when the elevator at Cavalier burned and word got to the Prince School about noon. Didn’t take a car full of boys long to decide it would be more fun to go watch that than attend school.
The Meota Lions Chorus entertained at Villa Pascal on Dec. 2, always a happy time for residents.
Monday evening contract bridge played in Meota found top score by Jette Dasilva. Second was Trudy Iverson. Duplicate bridge the next evening here saw top score go to Jette and Terence Dasilva, followed by Maureen Campbell and Eric Callbeck and then Margaret Dyck and Jeannine Beloin. Thursday evening in town, top score was by Lucille and Bernard Gregoire followed by Donna Scherman and Mary Greenwald and then Jane Groves and Jeannine Beloin.
Shirley and Lawrie Ward attended the Saskatchewan Lions District 5-SKN convention in Prince Albert Nov. 11 and 12 and witnessed three members from Spiritwood receive recognition awards. These fellows were Torben Nielsen, George Pretli and Bryan Turgeon. Most Lion members are dedicated and accomplish so much in their communities, it is good to see this recognized by the organization.
Canasta was played at the Do Drop In on Dec. 2 with three tables in play. One table had six players. It was another fun evening and many close scores. Top couple were Shirley Tebay and Arlene Walker with second high being Murray McCrimmon and Janice Morton. Third were Pat Chapman and Charles Walker. A nice time of visiting and lunching followed and was enjoyed by all.
When I opened my iPad Saturday morning there were 75 messages. It took me most of the day to clear the birthday greetings. I am so fortunate to have had another one, but glad they come only once a year. It certainly leaves one with a happy feeling regarding the many folks you know. So thanks to all.
The seniors’ Christmas supper was held Dec. 4, in the Do Drop In with 43 people registering. The meal was fantastic with turkey and ham and lots of salads and vegetables, dressing and gravy and condiments and many desserts. After supper the president, Eric Callbeck, thanked everyone – the cooks and organizers, those who brought food for the food bank and so on. Christmas cards were signed by most folks and will be sent to former Meota people to show they are not forgotten and are wished a merry Christmas. Christmas carols were sung with Rose Delainey on the piano, and led by Lawrie Ward. Door prizes were drawn for including the poinsettias that decorated the tables, so many went home with a souvenir of some kind and a happy tummy.
The Meota/North Battleford Bridge Clubs gathered at the Pioneer Hall in the city Nov. 26 for their annual Christmas party. Guests attended from Vermilion, Alta., which added a nice touch to the affair.
In the morning session, top score for the novice group went to Joeann and Rudy Wiens. Second were Mary Greenwald and Bea Prutti. In the regular B event, top score was by Bernie and Lucille Gregoire. Jim Drysdale and Steve West were first in the A event and second were Bernie and Lucille Gregoire and tied for third were Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen and Maureen Campbell and Eric Callbeck.
In the afternoon game, the novice group found top scores by Gerry Craig and Mary Phelps. Second were Mary Greenwald and Jane Groves, The regular group top score was by Bernard and Lucille Gregoire. Second were Jim Drysdale and Steve West, third were Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen and fourth were Marie West and David Clennet The noon meal was catered by Marie Schneider and enjoyed by all.
Nov. 22 Historic Battleford Lions hosted the visit from the district governor of Zone 2, Paul Danis and his wife Lion Elsie from Wakaw. This event was held in the St. Vital Parish Hall. There were representatives from Spiritwood, Unity, Battlefords and Meota Lakeshore Lions clubs. Attending from Meota were Rose Delainey, Vera and Virgil Trytten, Lou and Maurice Schaffer and Shirley and Lawrie Ward. The governor presented certificates for families who have hosted exchange youth in the past year. This year, a girl from New Zealand is coming to the Cole family in Edam for a month. From Dec. 12Â to Jan. 9 she will experience a winter Christmas in Canada while missing out on a warm and sunny Christmas back home.
Jan. 13 the Meota Hobby Band is entertaining at St. Joe’s at 3 p.m. This follows bingo games at 2 p.m. and is followed by a Christmas supper at 4 p.m.
The next meeting of the seniors at the Do Drop In is Dec 9 at 10:30 a.m. and is followed by a noon potluck lunch and birthday cake. Looking forward to more folks turning out with new ideas for activities or projects.
