In the Community

By Wes Bloom Residential waste collection service in Assiniboia is about to change. That simply means your garbage collection will no longer be done in the manner you are accustomed to.

Last week, at the Assiniboia Elementary school, the Assiniboia ‘Times’ and Southland Coop had an opportunity to honour some special Grade 7 and 8 students from Assiniboia and three of their dedicated teachers.

By Wes Bloom “Purple Day” was held in Assiniboia, and around the world on March 26.

An ally workshop at the Estevan Art Gallery and Museum (EAGM) on Monday night attracted about 30 people for discussions on how to build better and more inclusive communities.

Grade 5 students from Spruce Ridge School have sent a clear and creative message against racism. In co-operation with Southeast Newcomer Services, the students created paintings with pictures and slogans that express their support for diversity.

This year’s Farm Family of the Year Award recipients have enjoyed success in the agriculture sector through their farms, which are located outside of Lampman.

A pair of Estevan performers received recommendations to perform provincially from their performances during the Vocal and Speech Arts part of the Estevan and District Music Festival.

Father Brendan McGuire says we have stopped inviting people to join us at church. We tend to scold rather than encourage. Jesus always gently invited his disciples, “Come follow me.” McGuire puts the invitation like this, “Come. Come see what we do.

There’s probably no more common saying than “hurry up and wait”, and as simplistic as it sounds, the waiting game seems to mark every part of our lives.

The Red Hat Society, a playgroup for women approaching 50 and beyond, is celebrating its milestone 20th Anniversary this year.