In the Community

Anglican Minister Reverend Beverly Brown of Saskatoon was the quest speaker at the World Day of Pray service March 4 at Maymont Seniors' Center. Rev.Brown's theme was "The Lords Prayer." A collection of $50.

Mayfair Recreation Board has arranged for the Nashville Stars to perform in the community April 2 at 7:30 in the Mayfair Hall.

The Clayton McLain Memorial Museum is a jewel on the prairie. The 13 buildings in the complex provide a remarkable glimpse into the history and culture of our community.

At the District 5 Lions oratory competition held in Nipawin March 5, four girls spoke in front of a crowd of over 200 and judging them were members of Toastmasters International.

While adults complain about the duration and temperatures this winter the students at Ratushniak Elementary School in Maidstone continue to grin and giggle as they enjoy the bounty of snow.

As I mentioned at the end my last article, touring through Ho Chi Minh City was a marvellous experience. The city itself has many attractions to experience and part of finding those places, and experiences is in knowing where to go.

Each day we look for signs which will tell us the long winter is coming to an end. So far, temperatures have fluctuated from very cold to somewhat warmer. The small snowfalls that occur almost every day are adding up to hug piles in some places.

Bingo was played Feb. 23 at the Maidstone Drop In Centre Feb. with Jean Hartman and Margaret MacEachern calling. Lunch was provided by Dorothy Harmel. The loonie pot was won by Dorothy Kissick. Cirbbage was played Feb. 28.

A small turnout at the community planning meeting held in the Waseca Community Centre March 10 did not deter a lively discussion by those present. Lenore Swystun of Prairie Wild Consulting was present to lead the discussion.

Winter is almost over, according to calendar, and Rabbit Lake has continued to have a busy season. The February Rabbit Lake Seniors' potluck supper was held on the third Wednesday in February with a smaller turnout than before.