Even though it seems like January and February were full of events and activities, March is just as jam packed with things to do here in our community, helping pass this winter by.
Congratulations to management, staff and board at Unity Credit Union who got to celebrate the long renovation process with a week-long grand re-opening event the last week of February. The team at UCU included all ages and time availability for members and community members to enjoy food, fun, fellowship and tours of this fabulous new location in downtown Unity.
Congratulations to all of the new businesses, retirees and exemplary service winners at the Celebrate Unity event held this past Monday, March 2. Thank you also to our local chamber of commerce for hosting this event that celebrates all that is great in our community each year and offering a night out that includes supper and entertainment.
Thank you to the community of Wilkie who included Unity food bank in their donations received from Kraft Canada (to the tune of 10,000 pounds of food) from their 2019 Hockeyville runner up win.
Congratulations to Unity sled dog racers Amanda Grant, Jairo Demafelix and Gianne Demafelis who placed top three in the Canadian Challenge International Sled Dog race in Elkridge in February. Up next for these teams in the Torch River Sled Dog race taking place this weekend near Christopher Lake.
Thank you to the organizers, hosts and volunteers of Mistletoe Magic as they generated $1,745 donated to the Unity museum.
The annual ice carnival that wraps up skating season for many takes place this Sunday, March 8, at the arena. The USC club looks forward to support from their community at this event as they showcase their skating skills for their audience.
Next weekend, the 鈥淟eap Forward to Mental Health鈥� fundraiser is taking place at the community centre featuring a meal, a short presentation from mental health advocate Zoe Parkinson-Fisher, along with illusionist.
The rink continues to host a flurry of action as the tail end of winter sports season is edging in. We can hardly keep up with the teams that are still playing in provincials and league playoffs as it changes daily. Here is what we know so far. The Miners are out, the Midget AA Lazers in their farewell season are also done, which sadly sees the end of the Midget AA program in Unity via SHA decision. Minor hockey teams are still on the go and I promise you the best way to know who is still in is by watching posters around town, checking out the Unity Recreation arena Facebook page, checking the TVs at the rink or on the town of Unity website.
At the Unity curling rink, the majority of their hosting of bonspiels and playoffs is nearing completion. The Unity Ladies spiel is set for next weekend, March 13 and there still might be time to register a team by calling 306-228-2212 or sending a PM to the UCC Facebook page. Good luck to team Heidt that includes UCC president, Glen Heitt, who are competing at the Masters men鈥檚 provincial championship next weekend, making this team鈥檚 third run at a different Sask. provincial title. Following the ladies spiel will be the year-end mixed doubles fun spiel so sign up for this one as well because before we know it, curling season will be over.
Up next on the March event calendar will be the annual Ducks Unlimited dinner held March 21. Tickets can be secured by contacting Curtis Sieben at the Unity Credit Union. Also upcoming in March is the Kids Can Cook program, which runs Mar. 13-27. Revolution Dance showcase is slated for March 13.
A unique inaugural event is being held to benefit the local Mental Wellness program 鈥� Leap Forward for Mental Health, which includes a meal, a short program and an entertainer who has been on Penn and Teller. Organizers of this event are doing this to continue the education and resources in Unity to support mental wellness for the community.
At UCHS, the congratulation student Emma Baker who was selected from 2500 applicants to be part of the 2020 Shad conference this summer. Archery is still on target. Robotics continue to rumble in preparation for their big event in April. The drama team are in the final legs of their preparations for their regional drama festival presentation, Shuffling, with two shows, March 25 and 26 at their gym.
Unity Public School, following spring break, will be readying to rally their academics before Easter break is soon upon them. Choirs and choral speakers are also preparing for the upcoming music festival the first week in April.
St. Peter鈥檚 school staff and students also have been clipping along in their academics following winter break as they too know that Easter break will be here all too soon. Mrs. Keller continues to work with band and choirs on music festival performances.
Wednesday still consists of pickle ball, mental wellness support group, and Chase the Ace events. Chase the Ace continues until April 29 or until that elusive ace is found.
