In the Community

I think we can all let our breath go, as we have witnessed a successful seeding season, void of injury or accident. A nice shower Wednesday night was just what the doctor ordered.

Money raised from our hall fundraisers is all used for anything pertaining to the Maymont Hall. Thanks to everyone who supports us with our events to make this possible.

Hi there. I do hope you all had a nice Mother's Day. We are finally getting some lovely summer weather. However, hold onto your hats, as we do seem to get that wind every day. It's nice to see the green grass and the trees out in full leaf again.

Imagine the shock. How would you feel if you drove onto your acreage to find your house had burned down to the ground? This is what happened to Eberhard Seifert. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Eberhard, in this emotional time for you.

Borden Busy Bees Preschool held their graduation for the four-year-olds June 5 in the Borden Community Centre. The hall was decorated with butterflies and bouquets of lilacs on the tables.

The Battlefords Art Club had a good turnout for an overcast dull day Tuesday. Members worked in various media including watercolour, graphite and acrylic.

Cards was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre May 27 with Dorothy Schwartz earning the high score and low went to Denise Newton. Dorothy also supplied lunch. I was away at a convention for several days the previous week, thus no news was sent.

Congratulations to Eric and Dana Ducherer on the birth of Aiden Eric. A shower to honour the little fellow will be held in the Neilburg Seniors' Centre June 16.

The Meota Hobby Band is a busy group. Tonight, Tuesday, June 11, the popular musicians will be playing at St. Joseph Hall for Seniors Fun Day. All seniors are welcome to come out for the barbecue, which starts at 4 p.m.

École Père Mercure has received word it has now reached the candidacy stage in its quest to become an International Bacclaureate school. If all goes well, final authorization could be within its reach in 18 to 24 months.