In the Community

The Western Development Museum was invaded by Vikings Feb. 24 to 26. About 100 Sons of Norway members for eight lodges - six from Alberta and two from Saskatchewan - arrived at the museum for the annual sports weekend.

Bingo was played at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Feb. 22 with Bev Stewart and Jim Hartman doing the calling. The loonie pot was divided between Keith Weston, Denise Newton and Tillie Linkert. Jean Hartman provided lunch.

In the past I have at times written about the activities available here in Meota. When a person looks around, there is actually quite a bit available throughout the year if you really want something to do.

School spirit is an important aspect of John Paul II, and the Student Representative Council (SRC) is an organization of John Paul II students and staff who plan the spirit activities.

The Gold Eagle Casino has announced that some major country music stars will be performing at the Gold Ridge Centre in May. Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis are scheduled to perform May 6.

Rivers' Edge Quilters held their March 2 meeting with 21 members present. The Mystery Quilt weekend was enjoyed by eight members participating and other members sewing on UFOs.

The March meeting of the Maidstone Legion Ladies' Auxiliary was held Tuesday evening in the Legion Hall with seven members present. The soup and sandwich lunch served at the Legion bowling went well.

The last years In 1971, a new company acquired possession of the Sallows & Boyd. The main floor was subsequently renovated to accommodate the Mighty Mart Discount Centre, which conducted its business until 1976.

School is a place to learn about life as well as the basics of reading, writing and arithmetic. Many of the students at Maidstone High School are part of the school's SADD chapter.

Spring is on its way and the galleries continue to be busy with a range of activities. The Chapel Gallery is hosting a number of workshops in the coming months.