Carlyle Observer

I grew up on a pig farm. I carried a lot of chop, ground grain, by the five-gallon pail full to feed them. And I shoveled a fair large pile of what the pigs made out of the chop.

During last week's regular meeting of council, which was called to order on Nov. 21, the town's handling of the first major snowfall was discussed.

Boys 2A provincial volleyball was an exciting time for many in the community, with extremely talented athletes working hard to win the prestigious honour.

Another great weekend for the Initiation team we had all home games and all wins. The little guys were so excited. They are starting to come together and play like a team. Our first game of the weekend was against Redvers. The final score was 21-3.

The Lampman School Drama has produced an absolutely hysterical piece titled, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. It was held on Nov. 23 and Nov. 24, but if anyone missed it last weekend they are able to take it in on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

The internet makes so many different things available to everyone including stories, photos, and a means to comment on what we read.

Dickens Village Festival is fast approaching. It will be held on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. Decorations all around town have begun to be put up and judging for decorations will be held on Nov. 28 between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Each year Michele Amy and Will Elliott host the Kenosee Lake Kitchen Party, a music camp open to all ages during the summer. World class musicians teach fiddle, guitar, mandolin, piano, banjo, and this past year even included the cello.

Saying, "the sky's the limit," does not apply to the new fitness centre set to open in Arcola.

Cincinnati Reds are a team on the fast track to success.