MAYFAIR — It was bone-chilling during the Sunday/Monday blizzard. The temperatures drastically lowered but with the appropriate clothing on one shouldn’t complain. Two days ago, I witnessed individuals wearing no jackets and shirts. Feb. 26 I cancelled an important appointment near Saskatoon due to poor road and driving conditions. A great day for baking nutritious food.
Whitkow, Mayfair and Mullingar communities were saddened to hear the passing of former farmer Maryanne (Ernie) Bartkewich. They located to Erickson, Man. after selling their land here about 42 years ago. She raised miniature horses showing them in fairs in a few provinces and states. Mentoring young and old in regards to showing show horses, Maryanne was well known. She grew up on a farm near Mullingar. Her maiden name was Nimilowich. She was only 68 years old, dying of a heart attack at home. Our condolences to husband Ernie, one son and one daughter and their families.
This Saturday, March 2 a fabulous breakfast put on by the Rabbit Lake seniors from 8 to 11 a.m. will begin your weekend just right. With all this snowfall as of this past Monday, the Rabbit Lake Snowmobile Rally will be a huge success. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and one can still purchase a ticket until 6 p.m. on that day.
Raffle and 50/50 tickets will be sold throughout the day. Spring Coulee Light Horse 4-H Club are selling the 50/50s so please come support these hard-working 4-H kids. There is more food from 5 to 6:30 p.m.; a steaming hot roast beef supper. All draws will be made at approximately 6:30 p.m. The day will conclude with a family dance with music supplied by D-J Alesha Oborowsky.
Rally ticket prizes are $5,000, $2,500 and $1,250 and can be purchased by e-transfer to rabbitlakeag@gmail.com.
What a great day a small thriving village is hosting with many volunteers to make this a big success. For more information please call 306-883-8043 4.
In the village of Medstead, there are suites to rent; one- and two-bedroom in a six-plex unit. There are no stairs and there are ground entrances to the suites. Medstead has a well-maintained grocery store with a small lunch counter, garage, curling and skating arena, pub and eatery plus a few more amenities. Within half an hour one can be at Little Loon Golf Course or nearby lakes. Interested individuals, please give Jesse a shout at 306 441-0790.
There is also housing available in Rabbit Lake; a three-bedroom house and a low-income seniors’ unit. Joan Dzialo at Rabbit Lake bar can answer any questions.
Wednesday, Mayfair Library walls echoed with much fun and laughter as games were played. Margaret Adam brought a delicious hamburger and vegetable soup that was enjoyed by nine women who took the time out to support this community function. Food is never in short supply as it is potluck with lots to choose from. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 7 for there is to be “ marble art “ instructed by Dorothy Reinbolt (nee Toews) at 11 a.m. for a minimal cost. It was decided that we all bring a bag lunch while doing this project.
There is live music in Radisson at the Goodrich Event Centre Wednesday, March 13 starting at 7 p.m. Russ Fountain Band are the entertainers with no cover charge.
TeleMiracle 2024 was a smashing success raising over $6 million. The money raised is definitely put to good use in supporting others who need financial medical help.
