In the Community

Paynton had their annual spring ratepayers' supper and meeting April 20. The catering committee served up a delicious meal before the meeting and music began.

I think it is official. Several campers and fifth-wheel units have been going past our place and heading for the lake. I am not sure what they will be doing once they get there as the ice will still be there for another month.

April 2 the Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club held a club meeting where it was decided to sell cookbooks at the Maidstone Trade Fair April 14 and 15.

We didn't get the April showers we had hoped for, but gardeners are excited about the May flowers and with the greenhouses opening, we will soon see beautiful blooms around town again. Minor Ball Day is being held May 6.

The Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve Planning District Initiative to help plan the future hosted a community meeting on April 16 at the seniors' centre to discuss their future.

"I've never heard of a jewelry swap party," the first guest announced enthusiastically, while entering the door. This comment was made by most of the other ladies during the afternoon of fun at our home in Sonningdale April 14.

Bingo was played at the centre April 4 with Margaret MacEachern and Jean Hartman doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Denise Newton. The loonie pot was divided between Dorothy Kissick and Marilyn Stewart.

Lil McMillan was to Edmonton for an eye appointment and things are doing well. Colleen Koski was to Lloydminster to visit her mom last week. May was so busy with activities she hardly had time to visit. We're glad you are enjoying your home, May.

The first meeting of the RM of Glenside Recreation Board in 2012 was held at the home of Joan Rayner March 27. Almost all board members were present from the three districts. Donations were finalized and the cheques written out.

Spring seems to have finally sprung with the farmers getting on the land. Calving season is nearly done for another year and the cattle will soon be heading to the pastures.