We knew it would happen sooner than later, but after experiencing some absolutely phenomenal November weather, it was hard to go to sleep at 4 C and wake up at -4 C with a bunch of wet, slushy snow laying on the ground. And, as nice as November was, not every farmer was able to complete their harvest.
Congratulations to Parkview Place, the assisted senior living complex that was built thanks to a hard-working and visionary group of community members. Their 10th anniversary will be celebrated in style this weekend with an event Friday for employees, board and residents followed by an open house Saturday.
Dec. 8 is 鈥淧aint Night.鈥� Purchasing a ticket for this event goes directly to raise money for the local food bank. The ticket includes painting supplies, canvas to bring home and one glass of wine. Organizer Stevie Grant says participants are also asked to bring an item for the Secret Santa program. The event takes place at St. Peter鈥檚 basement beginning at 5:30 p.m. Contact 306-262-0549 for more details.
St. Peter鈥檚 School the choir and band are practising and preparing for the multiple Christmas events and masses where they will be performing.
The Unity Public School choir sounded beautiful as they sang 鈥淚magine a World鈥� at the Remembrance Day service in the gym Nov. 9. Ms. Poppleton was very proud of the group of over 60 singers.
With the Christmas season coming up, there is another opportunity for students to sign up to sing. If there are enough interested singers who can attend the Unity Carol Festival held on Sun., Dec. 18 at the high school, a UPS choir will attend, For this next choir season, practicing during noon hour recess will begin for any children from Grades 1 to 6
At UCHS, the senior girls鈥� volleyball team at provincial 4A volleyball in Lanigan. After winning all of their round robins games and their first game into playoffs they ran into a tough Lumsden squad that ended their gold medal run. They played heartily against Caronport for bronze but were unable to overcome their strong offence and defence. Thank you girls, for giving your fans such an exciting season to watch.
After capturing a regional spot, the senior boys, volleyball team played at regionals in Biggar on the Nov. 19 weekend. They were unable to advance to a provincial berth.
Heartland Health will be monitoring flu activity, so when you are calling in reporting absences be sure to mention if flu is a factor.
The Unity museum has started up their Sunday brunches once again. Come out to the Adanac hall on the museum grounds each Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There is also a Christmas marketplace at the Legion Hall on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission and coffee. A number of home-based businesses and other additions will be present.
Sunday, the Unity Baptist Church is hosting a student recital as part of Canada Music Week, with special musical guest Will Ballantyne. Admisson is $10 with proceeds to the Music Festival Scholarship Fund. The event begins at 2 p.m.
Winter Wonderland will take place in downtown Unity Dec. 1, so join the fun and festivities to kick off the Christmas season.
Saturday, Dec 3 is the date set for the Santa Day free movie at the theatre followed by a visit with the jolly guy himself and treat bags courtesy of community sponsors.
For those folks who have lost loved ones this past year, a Christmas Service of Remembrance will take place Sunday, Dec. 4 at St. Peter鈥檚 Church, sponsored by the Unity Ministerial Association. The service begins at 2 p.m. with a prelude of carols while the actual service takes place at 2:30 p.m.
The annual Secret Santa campaign has kicked off. Collection bins are set up at Delta Co-op, Unity AG Foods and the Red Apple. You can donate a new, unwrapped toy or clothing items that will help make Christmas just a little brighter for those who otherwise can鈥檛 afford the added expense of Christmas.
There are only days remaining in the Movember movement. Participants I know are the entire male staff of Unity Motor Products, some of the Heitt鈥檚 Plumbing guys, Dion Delhommeau from Mitchell Agencies, Ken Parker at UCHS and Delta Co-op male employees at Agro, Home Centre and Food Store. These guys have had a little fun challenging each other, raising awareness for men鈥檚 health, as well as fundraising for the cause.
The Unity Chamber of Commerce is hosting a 鈥淕rand in Your Hand鈥� promotion to encourage folks to shop locally. Watch for signs and draw buckets and get in your chance to win some extra cash at Christmas.
Coffee row folks most certainly have been like the rest of us, reviewing the weather and theorizing on what this winter might possibly have in store. Both curling and hockey season are the frontrunners for sports talk. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time 鈥�
