MAIDSTONE — Rose Danychuk celebrated her 96th birthday on March 23. Gathering with Rose at Pine Island Lodge for the special occasion were her son and wife: Steve and Andrea; grandchildren: Alishia and husband Mat Hollington; Chris; Megan and partner Derek Bauman; great-grandchildren: Sadie and Atlas; along with Ethel Harmel, Ross and Becky Harmel and Ted and Penny Hollington. Happy belated birthday, Rose.
Rose Danychuk of Maidstone celebrated Her 96th birthday March 23 with family including great-grandchildren, Sadie and Atlas. | Photo courtesy Andrea Danychuk
Maidstone Health Care Auxiliary's St. Patrick's Day Tea had all eyes smiling on March 17. Coffee, tea or juice and a delicious pistachio dessert were served. The door prize was won by Sharon Weston. Some lively Irish songs were enjoyed by those in attendance. Thank you to Marilyn Owens for her piano accompaniment. The auxiliary was also very grateful to the young men, Denver, Jack and Jordan, who did the heavy lifting by setting up tables and chairs.
Correction from last week: The purchase of Maidstone lab's new ECG machine was a collaboration between Maidstone Festival of Trees Health Committee and Maidstone Health Care Auxiliary. It is very much appreciated.
Maidstone High School Grade 9s embarked on their field trip to Moose Jaw and Regina by bus last Wednesday at 6:30 a.m. They toured Moose Jaw's three tunnels: Bunker 24, Chicago Connection and Passage to Fortune, got a picture with Mac the Moose (the world's largest), then headed to Regina where they experienced a flaming Japanese hibachi dinner and went glow-in-the-dark music-video bowling. On Thursday, the two classes took in the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly, sitting in the gallery to observe question period and meeting with Cut Knife-Turtleford MLA James Thorsteinson, then tried their skills with an escape room adventure, and ended the two-day trip with the five-hour bus ride home. Thank you to all the adult chaperones, especially Natasha Wicks and Brad Lejeune who planned the excursion. Thanks again to all who donated to the students' fundraising for the trip. It was a blast.
Ratushniak Elementary School welcomed Noah Zerr and Brett Lauther of the Saskatchewan Roughriders on March 20. They shared important messages about mental wellness, managing stress and anxiety, and the power of being a great teammate. Students connected these ideas to staying positive, talking about their feelings and supporting one another, both on and off the field. A huge thank-you to the Riders for inspiring our students to be strong, both mentally and physically.
The Legion Chase the Ace Thursday weekly draw was won by Dawn Simkin who took home $196 for her birthday. The ace eluded her so the jackpot this week is over $4,000.
Maidstone's Spring Market on March 23 saw a steady flow of people with lots of smiling faces and happy customers from all over the surrounding area. Some new vendors were welcomed to the fold along with all the regulars. A special thank-you to Maidstone Quilting Squares for hosting another great luncheon. The cinnamon buns were a hot commodity. Thanks to organizers Christa Dean and Kara Wakefield, the amazing vendors and all who came out to support the market. Christa says: “It was a lot of fun! See you again in November.”
Maidstone Communities in Bloom fundraiser deadline to purchase Equinox desert planters is the first week of April. Contact Celeste at 306-893-7878 for info and prices. View the catalog at Thank you for your support.
Upcoming:
Wednesday, April 2 - Lenten Lunch at United Church CE Wing (1st St. W.) 12:05 to 1 p.m. by donation. (sponsor Catholic Church).
Saturday, April 5 - Maidstone bowling tournament. Three time slots. Call or text Ryan 306-893-8310.
Sunday, April 6 - Maidstone-Gully 4-H pancake supper at CE Wing (1st St. W.) 5 to 7 p.m. Adult $12, age 6 to12 $8, age 5 and under free.
