MAIDSTONE — Congratulations to Rose Danychuk who turned 95 years old on March 23. Family and friends gathered at Pine Island Lodge last weekend to celebrate with Rose including her sister and niece as well as three nephews, all from Saskatoon. Rose was born in Biggar where she lived on and off until she and her husband, George moved to Maidstone in 1962. She has two children, seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren with one on the way. Anyone acquainted with Rose knows she’s a special lady – full of life and oh so many stories. Best wishes for a year of health and happiness, Rose.
Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club met March 11 at Waseca Community Centre. Demonstrations were given by sewing and canine projects. Congratulations to Isabelle Harbin who placed third in the intermediate age group at district public speaking in Hillmond March 10. The club will be hosting a sheep shearing clinic April 19 and 20, one day each at the Tuplin and Harbin farms. Lloyd Expo 4-H Grooming and Judging Clinic will be April 20 and 21 in Lloydminster. A few members will attend these clinics. The next general meeting will be Monday, April 8 at Milleton Hall. (from information submitted by Logan Gerlinsky)
A busload of Maidstone High School students and adults embarked on a trip to the mountains from March 17 to 19. Students in Grades 10 to 12 as well as some parents and teachers stayed at the Jasper Inn and Suites and enjoyed skiing for two days with beautiful 20 C weather in the village and about -5 C on the slopes. Trail conditions were perfect with all trails available except at the very top where they were roped off due to avalanche warnings. When done skiing, students visited and explored the town. I hear the beavertails and mountain views were amazing.
Speaking of skiing, Talance Kalmakoff has been on the circuit again, competing in the Junior National Freestyle Competition in aerials, moguls and dual moguls at Whistler, B.C. from March 22 to 24. She placed fourth overall between the two disciplines in the U16 category. Talance is headed to the Senior National Freestyle Competition March 29 to 31 in Quebec. She and her family extend appreciation to Maidstone Legion, Quick-Eze Truck Wash, Merit Towing, Keranda Industrial Supply, Renew Chiropractic and everyone in the community for helping her on this journey.
Maidstone Bowling Alley held a “10 and under tournament” on Friday, March 22 after school. Thirteen children bowled two games and then enjoyed hotdogs, iced tea and Krispie squares. High singles went to Nick Leepart 120, Stone Pichette 117 and Jason Mosher 108. High totals and points over average were Nick 230 and 90, Stone 207 and 47, Jason 191 and 29 and Violet 104 and 36. With a good cheering section, everyone did a great job. Thank you to Doreen Hope and Dusty Sutherland for organizing this fun event for the kids. Due to other commitments, the tournament planned for older youth on Friday evening was postponed.
Maidstone Bowling Alley’s league-high singles for last week were: Ladies’ Afternoon – Shirley 242, Kathy 200, Leanne 200, Debbie 200; Golden Age – Denise 200, Pat 195, Walter 194, Doreen 193, Keith 179; Business – Ryan 270, Matt 253, Chris 218, Jacquie 180, Melissa 161, Carley 156.
Maidstone Legion Club Room’s Texas Hold ‘Em tourney on March 23 had a full house with 24 players entered. Winners were: first - Chad Taylor, second - Dave Powers and third - Michelle Lainey. The Chase the Ace weekly draw of $376 last Thursday was won by Roxanne Greyeyes but she didn’t find the Ace with a jackpot of $6,430.50. This week it’s likely to top $7,000, the biggest ever with only 30 cards left. Tickets are available at the club room or maidstone142@gmail.com. Also, remember the monthly 50/50 draw will be on Thursday, April 4 with tickets at the club room or raffleslegion142@gmail.com. Be sure to put your name and phone number, and don’t get the two mixed up. The Legion thanks you for your support.
Maidstone’s Spring Market saw brisk business last Sunday with over 200 people coming through. Displays were set up by 22 local, Lloydminster and even Cold Lake and Prince Albert vendors, creating an excellent array of goods to choose from. Maidstone Quilting Squares served up delicious homemade soup, buns, pies and cinnamon buns for those lucky enough to snag them before they ran out. With the trade fair no more, the spring market was a welcome event. Thank you to co-ordinator Crysta Dean for the tremendous effort put into making the day an enjoyable one for vendors and customers. Crysta conveys appreciation to all who helped make it a success and hopes to do it again next year.
Maidstone Girl Guides thank everyone who supported them at the spring market. Raffle basket winners were child’s Debbie Kobsar and adult’s Rachel Oddan. Cookie guess winner was Saidai Mosher whose guess of 285 was closest to the actual 277. The girls have chocolatey mint and classic (sandwich) Girl Guide cookies for sale. Please ask any girl or adult member and they’ll be happy to help you out. In the fall, Hayley and Frankie will continue as leaders for Guides and Pathfinders but they’re looking for new leaders for Sparks (age 5-6) and Embers (age 7-8). If you’d like to be a leader, please contact Frankie at 306-441-7571.
As winter comes to an end, the Maidstone Arena Board gives a huge thank-you to the people who make the arena run smoothly: Clayton Klein, Corey Klein, Tracey Pratt and Debbie Nosek. Thanks to everyone for a great season.
Maidstone Disc Golf 2023 League Awards Night will be April 23 at 7 p.m. at Maidstone Bowling Alley. Everyone is welcome – you don’t have to be a league member. The 2024 league starts April 30, running Tuesdays at 7 p.m. until September when it changes to Sundays at 3 p.m. until it’s too cold to play. The Delfrari Cup will be Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. (standard singles, ace derby and league handicap tournament). The Battlevale Blitz will be Aug. 18 at 9 a.m. (advanced layout, temporary course, pick your partner doubles, best shot). Everyone is invited to join the league this season. For information contact Ryan Donovan by email maidstone.disc.golf@gmail.com or on Facebook.
Reminders:
Tuesdays 2 to 3 p.m. - Free chair yoga at Maidstone Seniors’ Centre (bring non-slip mat to put under chair).
Friday, March 29 to Sunday, April 7 - Easter/Spring Break – no school.
Monday, April 1 - Deadline for Communities in Bloom Equinox orders (Joanne 306-893-7966; Jackie 306-893-7827).
Saturday, April 6 - Milleton Hall Spring Fling Dance 8 p.m. with DJ, midnight lunch, and DD service. Minors must be with a legal guardian.
