MAIDSTONE — Victor Hult's 80th birthday party on July 26 was a marvellous event. Over 200 people filled Waseca Community Hall to celebrate with Vic and Bev and to honour him. Elizabeth and Britten presided over the guest book and handed out souvenir coffee mugs to all the guests. Refreshments, visiting and an entertaining talent show competition filled the afternoon, with singers, dancers and guitarists vying for a money prize. Congratulations to first prize winner Amanda Boychuk and her Ukrainian dancers. Second prize went to Blair Donald for her dance. The Yellowhead Ramblers then took over, playing for a few hours. After supper, Vic and Bev's daughter, Crystal Hult, joined the Ramblers to sing a variety of tunes, starting with "Oh Lord, It's Hard to be Humble," a tribute to her dad. Supper was by Vic's design, a delicious farmer's meal consisting of roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, baked beans, buns and pickles, followed by dessert of an 80th birthday cake and assorted sweets.
Guests who came from a distance included Vic's brother, Vern Hult of Calgary; sister, Karen Hult and Wayne Schimelfenig of Battleford; and sister-in-law, Carole Hult of Sherwood Park, Alta. Vic and Bev would like to thank everyone who attended and all who helped to make the occasion so memorable. Thanks to Wendy Leipert and her crew for running the bar, DD Chris Scramstad (although no rides were needed), Waseca Hall Board and AG Foods for preparing the food, Yellowhead Ramblers and Ron Hult, who capably handled the MC duties for his father's special celebration.
Maidstone Health Care Auxiliary will be sponsoring an online baking auction. Bidding will start on Monday, Aug. 25 and end on Wednesday, Sept. 3. If you would like to donate any home baking, garden produce, meals in the field, etc., please contact Gil at 306-893-2368 or Maureen at 306-893-7903. All proceeds go towards reaching our goal to purchase a blood analyzer for the lab and for patient comfort items. More information will follow soon. Thank you in advance.
Following are last week's averages for Maidstone Disc Golf (Week 10). Tier 1: Matt Sayers -7.44, Chase James -7; Tier 2: Kerigan White +2, Morgan Thomarat +2; Tier 3: Alex Pompu +13.13, Tiffany Smith +14. Matt Sayers had the best score at 10 under par. Draw winners were Lia Jang and Skye Preston. The Ace Pot was unclaimed at $204.
Doug and I headed out to Silver Lake Farmers Market last Saturday. A good crowd had already been there in the first half hour, but I snagged Kara's fresh buns, carrots and red onions while Doug was happy to grab one of his favourites: puffed wheat cake. The temperature was well on its way to the forecast of 33 C, so I only spent an hour in my own garden after getting home. I sure hope the vendors managed to stay cool to the end. Check it out on Saturdays in the ball shelter from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Maidstone Museum is looking for some items for a new display: red gingham curtains (short) or red checked material to make curtains; vintage cake pedestal with glass cover; fake food items that look realistic - fried egg, bacon strips, bread, doughnuts, etc. If you can donate or loan us any of the above items, we would be grateful.
Making Waves Salon’s 2nd Annual Student Fresh Start invites Maidstone and surrounding area to donate school supplies for students. Linda will donate free haircuts for students on Thursday, Aug. 30, first-come first first-served. The students will choose the school supplies they need from those that have been donated. This event will end on Aug. 30.
Summer Flow Gentle Yoga continues for August on Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. with instructor Roxanne Valliere. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, any props needed for your comfort and $20 drop-in fee.
Reminders:
Register your kids for VBS “Wonder Junction” by contacting Melanie Pompu on Facebook Messenger. Date: Aug. 18 to 21 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Maidstone Museum meeting Wednesday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. in the outdoor kitchen area. Anyone interested in joining our board or volunteering for any committees is welcome to attend.
If you have any Maidstone and area news or comments, please don’t hesitate to contact me on Facebook Messenger, call or text my cell 306-893-7378 or call me at home 306-893-2799.
