MEOTA — Meota Fire Hall was the scene of activity Oct 29, as the Meota and District Volunteer Fire Department sponsored an open house for the public that included tours of the building and equipment and a free lunch of hamburgers and drinks. Sparky Bear and Safety Bear were present. Members also showed how they set up and clean up, after every event.
The new building was built in 2015 and this was the first open house in the new hall, a plan that was successful and will be repeated. There was a good turnout of local residents and guests, as approximately 200 people attended. Many of the children turned out in their Halloween costumes and were treated with candy.
There were presentations for retired members —Terry Tait and Ed Cadrin. Both were longtime members and both have been deputy fire chiefs over the years while in the department. They will be missed as important team members. The fire department is looking for new members within the RM, so if anyone would like more information on joining the fire department call Chief Dean Menssa at 306-441-6419.
Well, winter is here with no sign of let up near, but when it’s this bad it can only get better, we hope. The power outage Saturday evening, for about an hour, was another sign that it can still happen. I found my big flashlight and had my iPad, so managed fine but many likely spent that hour in the dark or in bed, but it was a bit early for that.
The next shuffleboard event will be on Saturday, Nov.12, at 10 a.m. under the guidance of Nestor Fransoo.
The Battlefords Bridge Club had four tables in play Nov. 1. Top score went to Gerry Craig and Barbara Mitchell. Second were Donna Scherman and Mary Phelps. Tied for third place were Bea Prutti and Ella Meier along with Anna Waldbillig and Margaret Dyck. There was no games Thursday because of the winter storm.
Since the Chitek Lake store, in which the post office was located, has closed, the office has been moved across to the village office building. The lobby will be open Tuesday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Three tables of canasta played at the Do Drop In Nov. 4. Top score went to Janice Morton and Paulette Neale. Second were Dave Sayers and Lorna Pearson and third were Albert Huys and Karn Kelly. Delicious pans of muffins were enjoyed by most of us along with our coffee.
There will be films shown at the Do Drop In at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14. Everyone is welcome. Details are posted at the Do Drop In.
