There is never a slow season in the quaint village of Medstead, and Christmas time of 2017 is certainly no different. Even before solstice, the mark of the commencement of winter, the spirit of the season fell upon the community. Lights and decorations decorate the homes in the community as jolly citizens embrace the joy of Yule.
The library posted its hours, the school had its Kindergarten through Grade 6 Christmas concert on Dec. 20 at 7:15. Not unlike previous years, the spirit of the crowd of proud parents and eager children emanated through the gymnasium as people embraced the season with gaiety and song. The following day, the Grade 10 students hosted their production in the school gymnasium as well. This occurred at 1 p.m. and the school was opened to the public so community members could come out and support the production.
Medstead Central School hosted its Christmas dinner for staff and students on Dec. 21, ringing in the longest night of the year with an early dismissal. With this the children had the opportunity to get a head start on the Christmas break, which is Dec. 22 through to Jan. 2 of the New Year. The school offers wishes of Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Not long after the school closed for the holidays, Medstead hosted another exciting event. The local rink is the proud ambassador of a midget hockey game – a sporting match between the Turtleford and Edam teams of the classic Canadian sport with the puck drop at 7 p.m. After this passionate commencement, athletes gained the opportunity to represent their communities and celebrate one of the better sides of winter.
This was all topped off by the Medstead and District Recreation Association’s friendly Christmas Light Competition wherein members of the RM and the municipality have the chance to decorate their homes and yards in the brightly coloured spirit of the season. Cheyenne Orange acts as the point person for this challenge, whose determination on Christmas Eve gave the happy winner a $50 gift card to the local business of choice.
The local library has limited closures over the span of the season, only having its doors shut for Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The village office has its closure up until Dec. 28.
Without a doubt, the Christmas of 2017 is a success for Medstead and will lead to many future holiday successes.
