MAYFAIR — With all the different weather patterns in Canada we have to always expect the worse. Two weeks ago there were tornadoes near Ottawa and last weekend torrential rainfall wiped out bridges and roads, demolishing buildings and sadly causing loss of lives due to raging bodies of water sweeping people away in Nova Scotia. Most provinces are still experiencing wild forest fires and two firefighters and one helicopter pilot have died. When is all this destruction going to end?
The family of Marcel Stroo (Nancy) is sad to announce his recent passing. The 88-year-old, Mayfair retired farmer succumbed to illness July 18 at North Battleford River Heights Lodge. The Stroos moved to North Battleford a few decades ago. A celebration of Marcel’s life is to be held at the Western Development Museum Saturday, Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. Deepest sympathy to his wife Nancy, Becky, BJ and families.
My apologies to the ladies who run the concession at Meeting Lake Regional Park. A misprint of a name. Tammy (not Lorraine) and Sandy work diligently to satisfy their many customers.
Who doesn’t love a small-town street dance where the crowd has great times meeting old acquaintances that they haven’t seen in years? Mark your calendars for this Saturday, July 29 and head to Spiritwood where Brody Siebert, who grew up in that town, is the featured entertainer. Gates open up at 8 p.m. and everything starts at 9 p.m. Admission is $10 with food being sold by Northern Meats, a well-known thriving business established two years ago. This popular summer street dance is a fundraiser for the Spiritwood Volunteer Fire Department.
Burgers are an all-time favourite for outdoor barbecuing. Rabbit Lake’s “burger and bunnocks,” hosted every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. weather permitting, is becoming popular. Come enjoy the great food and fellowship while playing a game of bunnock or simply sit and watch.
Horses are always a delight to see in a parade. Chitek Lake’s July 1 display wasn’t a disappointment. The Marsh family who farms near Leoville entered a wonderful big horse with a skilled rider which the crowd appreciated. Some vintage cars and many children with brightly coloured decorations on their bikes were also in the parade. It’s great to see the kids involved. Every year before the parade, there is a hearty breakfast served by many volunteers.
Local gardeners who choose not to sit at farmers markets still get the support of neighbours who purchase freshly grown produce. Nothing like bringing a supply of veggies home that you know was just picked early that morning. The producers do not have to advertise as word-of-mouth spreads like fire.
Oh, how I wish summer could be stretched to another two months. We need rain again but there’s none in the forecast.
