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Yes, folks, its August. It’s a month that either gets the gardeners excited at processing their crops or a word that strikes fear in the working folks that aren’t ready for the lazy days of summer to be quite over. Enjoy it all!

That’s a wrap on another successful Western Canadian Softball championship being hosted in Unity. As I was on the host committee, had a daughter on the UK Royals team and hosted many family and friends at our house, I didn’t get a chance to do a detailed story on this event just yet so stay tuned to next week’s column for the latest and greatest on the last of our ball stories for this season, that could include Pee wee and Bantam provincial results. 

Unity is proud of the success experienced by teams under their banner in both the baseball and softball divisions. Success stories are not just about the wins but become about the number of kids in the Unity minor ball program, the dedication of coaches each year to field teams in all divisions of both baseball and softball and committed players who choose to come to the diamonds with their very best all season in hopes of achieving their ultimate goal of a provincial championship.  Coaches and players have worked hard this season to field competitive teams for this event and, while we cheer them on for the best results, everyone is proud of them for choosing to compete at this level. I will do my best to keep you posted on the results.

The fantastic stories of sportsmanship and the friendships that sports create coming from our Summer Games athletes is remarkable. This was a fabulous experience for those who got to be a part of it and we’ve heard nothing but positive comments about the venues, the organizers, the volunteers and the events.  

Surrounded by beautiful trees with plenty of green space, adorned by flower beds and flower pots, our museum is still a venue of envy with its unique set up to resemble a small prairie village in pioneer days. Volunteers and committee members work hard to keep our museum in tip top shape for visitors and activities.  Don’t forget to bring your visitors and guests to the Unity museum and show them this terrific venue that is one of the prided places in Unity. Take a step back in time and enjoy all that is on display and so well maintained at our museum. And, it’s the best photo backdrop in town!

Just weeks left in the swimming pool season so why not head down to the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre, that offers lessons, early bird swim, aquacizes and, yes, public swimming. Come and support the swimming pool as it is a recreational venue not every community is fortunate to have. You had a hand in bringing this new pool to life by supporting the many fundraisers that took place to finance this pool, so why not utilize any or all of the events that our pool offers. Stay tuned for details on some of the upcoming events slated for the pool this summer. Check out the Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre Facebook page or the townofunity.com for all the details, schedules and update on our swimming pool.

August has several events upcoming at the Unity Golf Course which will include the UCRC charity golf event on Aug. 13. The Unity Community Resource Centre (aka "UCRC") is hosting its first annual fundraising golf tournament on Saturday, Aug. 13 (shot gun start at 1 p.m.). They welcome all golfers of any ability (ages 10 and up; those under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult golfer) as it is meant to be fun – "best ball" format for each team.  Those who register without a complete team of four will be placed with a team on the day of the tournament. Sign up today at the golf course or at the UCRC (306-228-4042). You can also volunteer for a portion of the day by contacting the UCRC or Sandra Burns (306-228-8901).  

All money raised will go back into the daily operations of the UCRC. Did you know that 6,400 people accessed our services in 2015? The UCRC houses the "New to You" clothing depot, the food bank, Ministry of Immigration and Ministry of Social Services, and some branches of the health district – Autism Services, Family Support Coordinator, Parent Mentoring Program Facilitator and Mental Health Services. They are also home to UTEC (Unity Transitional Education Centre), the Parents and Tots program as well as a couple of private businesses – Bourassa and Associates Rehabilitation and Norm Tarasoff with Investors Group.  UCRC also provides public access to computers for the betterment of community members and has space for rent on an "as needed" basis for meetings, workshops or even birthday parties. Help the UCRC to continue to provide these services as well as the programming for our youth – Kids Can Cook and the Babysitters' course.

The men's open will be the next event on the agenda at the golf club. Why not bring your guests there to hit the links when they come for a visit. Beautiful view, well groomed greens, great food and the clubhouse means there are many things to enjoy at this recreation venue in Unity. Don’t forget, men’s and ladies nights are part of each week and come join a week day or two hitting the ball around after a long day of work.  

The packed parking space out front of the Legion Hall and line ups at each vendor’s table at the Unity Farmer’s market are an indication that this popular shopping stop in the summer is still going strong. Didn’t have time for a garden this year, or limited time to create some home baking goodness? Then check out the Farmer’s Market each Friday at the Legion Hall from 2-5 p.m., with one Friday a month from 4-7 p.m. This group is thankful for their supporters and, from what I hear, those shoppers are thankful for these vendors. It’s a win-win situation all around. Come enjoy a true taste of Saskatchewan, and home.

Coming up soon is the annual Candace Heitt Memorial run. The run is scheduled for Sept. 18. There is a group right now that train every Wednesday and meet at Wildeman Sports Centre at 5:30 p.m. Please contact Vicky Noble and her husband Josh at Unity Credit Union for these details. 

Don’t forget the Press Heralsd will be closed for holidays Aug. 1st to 14 so stay tuned to this column for the latest and greatest from Unity during the vacation time.  

Coffee row folks have no lack of topics on the table that include ball season and the past weekend of Western Canadians in town; Rider season, the Jays season, the growing season, whether crops or gardens. All of the events in town or attended by this group give everyone plenty to anticipate as well as reminisce about in the days ahead. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time ...