Foggy February means wet spring or windy spring. There are varying theories on this weather pattern. You decide in 90 days which group of people predicted the right outcome. And remember folks, the groundhog is a rodent not a meteorologist, so don't hang your hopes of early spring or longer winter on him.And we certainly cannot complain about this year's mild winter.
The Jay Dee Ag Tech men's bonspiel in progress Sunday at the curling club. Twenty-seven teams are competing in this annual event that started Tuesday.
High school curling playdowns will begin Monday and Unity is hosting district playdowns for senior teams on Feb. 13 and 14 and regional playdowns for those senior teams advancing.
The 4-H team of Kyla Van de Meutter, Robyn Sperle, Megan Babchuk and Ainsley Bowey will be heading to regional 4-H curling playdowns Biggar this month, hoping to earn a provincial berth. From the regional high school event, teams will be decided to head to provincials in early March.
Provincial playdowns and league playoffs for hockey have begun. The midget AA team has lost out of their provincial hopes, but are continuing in their quest for a league title. The bantams also did not emerge from their provincial quest but gave a valiant effort and will continue to strive for their name on the league championship banner. The peewees began their quest for a provincial C title. They lost their opening game against Spiritwod 5 - 2, but are determined to return to Spiritwood with renewed energy to capture a victory. Atom divisions don't compete in provincial playoffs, but both teams will begin their drives for a league title this weekend.
We were fortunate to witness a midget AA girls' provincial game, Feb. 5. The West Central team includes locals Kelsey Wildeman, Sydney David, Mackenzie Chorney and Heather Wood as well as Wilkie players Alison Cey and Taylor Hoffman. These girls set their sights on a victory and were successful in advancing from the first round of playoffs.
There will also be an initiation division tournament this Saturday, with novice division hosting their home tournament the first weekend in March.
The annual UCHS magazine drive has started. If you are needing to renew, purchase or want to send a subscription as a gift watch for the students as the campaign runs for only two weeks The funds raised from this project go to help many activities in the school. Feb. 13 to 17 is teacher/staff appreciation week so make sure to find some way to thank someone you have appreciated this year.
Principal of Unity Public School, Doug English, was awarded with the Heart and Stroke Foundation Community Initiative and Builder award, presented by Mayor Sylvia Maljan Feb. 7. English has long been an advocate for movement and the battle against inactivity, especially in children. During his tenure at UPS he has implemented programs to keep kids fit and healthy, including fun new games on the playground, interactive playground equipment, regular in motion activity prior to classes three times a week and an in house fitness center for staff and students that was recently opened to seniors in the community.
The museum still hosts their main fundraiser, the Sunday pancake brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Adanac Hall on the museum grounds. Also look for tickets the museum is selling on two $500 grocery vouchers in town. These funds are being raised for the office renovation project.
The annual wildlife supper was held at the community centre Feb. 4. Besides the excellent meal prepared and served by wildlife members, the annual awards are handed out to local sportsman. The sellout crowd gave rave reviews on the variety of wildlife dishes served.
Unity Baptist church is having a Valentine's Day banquet Feb. 14. Cliff and Marg Scott will be sharing their musical talent. Don't miss this opportunity to hear an international gospel entertainer and speaker. Tickets are available at Downtown Medical Clinic or Sunrise Wellness Spa.
The Legion are selling the next round of tickets for their 50/50 lottery. The Legion members are looking to fundraise to repair the roof on the Legion Hall.
Not to be confused with the annual Citizen of the Year award, the local Chamber of commerce is looking for someone in Unity and District area that is making a difference in our community through their volunteer contributions. To nominate someone, please send your letters to the Chamber at Box 834 or drop off your signed letters at Unity Credit Union, attention Danielle Wildfong. The recipient(s) will be recognized at the Celebrate Unity Event March 5.
Coffee row folk have been discussing the continuing trend of dangerous activity when travelling to Mexico, and the ongoing saga for the unfortunate passengers who were vacationing on the Italian cruise ship that ran aground. They are also debating the upcoming crop year and whether the small amount of snow we had will be enough to kick off seeding in a healthy manner this spring. And the topic of sports is never far off the table as local sporting events are in high gear this month, as well as the Scotties championship and soon to arrive Tim Hortons Brier in Saskatoon. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next week
