In the Community

An enjoyable afternoon was spent at Waseca Hall, Dec. 9, when Battle River Lutherans sponsored a carol service. Besides some inspiring readings, the Lutheran Choir and the Maidstone Choir sang beautifully.

The 27th annual Big Buck Night was held Dec. 7 in the Sonningdale Hall. This year there were over 250 in attendance and 38 heads were scored by Jim Wiebe, Milo Hanson and Jim.

This weekend the temperature went down to - 27 C. With a cold wind it felt like a January day. However, the temperature was up to -10 C Monday morning. It was much more inviting to be outside. Carol service will be held at St.

The winners of the Marsden and Neilburg Remembrance Day poster, poetry and essay competitions were announced Nov. 11 at the ceremonies held in the Neilburg Community Hall. Certificates were handed out to the creative artists who were in attendance.

Santa arrived on Main St. in Radisson riding a snowmobile, for the annual Santa Claus Day Dec. 8. The Radisson volunteer firemen were busy handing out bags of candies to the many children who came to visit Santa.

Do you have your decorations up? A drive around town is a great way to get you in the Christmas spirit as there are many residents who have decorated their homes.

Interested ratepayers of the RM of Glenside met at the Baljennie Community Centre for an information meeting on recent happenings within the municipality. There was a good turnout present.

Though there is no shortage of Christmas concerts this season, one upcoming concert distinguishes itself as one of the most diverse.

I am not sure how you feel about the holidays, but I love them. Some people hate the hustle and bustle; complain about the weather and the line ups or just the commercialization of the whole season.

"Deck the halls with boughs of holly," so says the refrain from a well known Christmas carol. The members of the Rivers' Edge Quilt Guild would like to add, "and quilted items, too" to brighten the festive season.