MAIDSTONE — The annual Maidstone Drop In Centre catered Christmas supper was held Dec. 12 with 81 guests in attendance. A delicious supper was served by caterers Tillie Burt and Jackie Wright and helpers.
President Cheryl MacAskill welcomed everyone who attended. Mayor Connie McCulloch brought greetings from the town and Reeve Garry Taylor brought best wishes from the RM of Eldon.
Following was a program of several humorous skits, readings and poems by the senior members. A singsong followed with Frances Peterson on the piano.
During the evening, numerous draws were made and were won by Rita Morrison, Joe Gerbig, Keith Paton, Margaret MacEachern, Norma Lott, Ken Schwartz, Jack Cardiff, Bill Afseth, Barbara Mitchell, Rodney Marfleet, Scotty Wiltermuth, Vera Hintz and MarilynTaylor.
The enjoyable evening was finished off with the serving of homemade Christmas cake, Christmas oranges and coffee by the Drop In members.
Cards were played Nov. 30. High score went to Cheryl MacAskill, low went to Laurence Den Ouden. Lunched was provided by Jean Hartman.
Bingo was played Dec. 2 on a nice sunny day. Margaret MacEachern and Jean Hartman did the calling. The loonie pot was won by Dorothy Kissick. Lunch was provided by Jean Hartman.
The monthly meeting was held Dec. 4 with a small turnout. President Cheryl MacAskill offered to do a monthly calendar in the absence of Lil McMillan, who is in hospital. Bookings in Christmas weeks can be made with Dorothy Schwartz while Cheryl is on holiday by phoning 306-893-2663.
A new water tank has been installed at the centre. Different reports were given. Next meeting will be Jan. 8.
Following the meeting, lunch was provided by Jean Hartman.
Cards were played Dec. 7 with high score going to Dorothy Kissick and low to Margaret MacEachern, who provided lunch.
A number of Drop-In members attended the Golden Age supper Dec. 6. Some of the high school students, under direction of Judy Franks prepared and served a delicious hot chicken supper to the 82 guests who attended.
Following supper, a group of public school children led singing of a few popular Christmas songs. A number of donated prizes were drawn for to end a most enjoyable evening.
Bingo was played Dec. 9 with Margaret MacEachern and Bev Stewart doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart.
