MAIDSTONE — Audrey Carlson passed away in Maidstone Health Complex April 7 at the age of 82. The memorial service was Monday, April 17 in Lloydminster. Audrey took part in many Maidstone community events and was a member of Maidstone Museum. Condolences are extended to Ron and Christine Carlson on the passing of his mother.
The winner of the Fields Store colouring contest was Josie. Congratulations on submitting an amazing picture and winning a Fields gift card.
Maidstone’s Jess Parker and Waseca’s Victoria Hult of team Rusty’s took part in Lloydminster Filipino Basketball League’s tournament last weekend. Dave’s Auto took first and Rusty’s won second. In addition to midget (kids), men under 30 and over 30, a ladies’ division (ages 13 and up) was introduced with four teams entering. Rusty’s other members are from the Philippines/Lloydminster, Onion Lake and Paradise Valley.
Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club joined the provincial public speaking participants and three other District 35 clubs for a fun evening of five-pin glow bowling at Lloyd Lanes April 15. Members are working hard on projects and preparing record books for achievement day May 28 at Milleton Hall.
Maidstone Museum’s monthly meeting on April 17 was attended by eight members. We welcomed Helaynea Croke as a new board member. Plans were made for spring cleaning of buildings/grounds and flower planting. If anyone has perennials to share, please call me at 306-893-2799. The museum will be open Saturday-Sunday June 3 to Sept. 3 from 2 to 5 p.m. or call 306-893-2890 to book a tour or event anytime. The annual corn roast will be Sept. 6. Our raffle fundraiser starts on May 1 with draws on Canada Day at the museum. Prizes are two $500 meat packages, a Yeti cooler with refreshments and a dump wagon with accessories. Only 500 tickets will be printed so get them early.
Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day. Take time to clean up your environment, plan a garden or tree planting, conserve water, reduce, reuse and recycle. We can all do our part to help the earth.
Maidstone Legion Club Room is holding a cornhole tournament Saturday, April 29 at 11 a.m. in the club room parking lot. Pre-register by April 26: $50 per team, equipment provided. Phone the club room at 306-893-4048 or Bobbie at 780-205-1446. The Chase the Ace jackpot is over $2,500 and growing: it must go April 27.
Maidstone Travel Club has a planning meeting Thursday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at Maidstone High School for their next trip in 2025 to France, Germany and Switzerland. This is open to students currently in Grades 7 to 10 and their families.
Town-wide Garage Sale is on Saturday, May 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year it includes Maidstone, Paynton and rural addresses. Contact Chantal Koski on Facebook or email chantalslaney81@gmail.com to be put on the map.
Waseca Community Centre is having a Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Other Reminders:
April 23 - Waseca Community Centre Pie Bingo at 1 p.m. with new 50/50 (drinks and snacks available).
April 26 - Minor hockey spring meeting in the arena warm-up room at 7 p.m.
April 29 - Waseca Fish Fry
April 30 - Bloomer’s Greenhouse in Maidstone 2023 opening day
May 6 - Girl Guides bottle drive (Saturday). Call 306-441-7571 for pick-up.
May 6 - Waseca Spring Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (wasecacommunitycentre@gmail.com)
