MEOTA — Gravel is being spread on many of the streets in the village, as the pavement is crumbling so badly. There is a lot of construction going on in the village as every day brings new action, somewhere.
There will be a garage sale at Edam Manor June 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot.
Bridge was played in the Pioneer Hall May 10, with two tables, so individual movements were played. First was Bernie Gregoire. Jane Groves was second and tied for third were Anna Waldbillig and Margaret Dyck. May 12 there were three tables in play with top score by Jean Lawes and Linda Ard. Second were Dave Creegan and Margaret Dyck It's good to have the snowbirds back when it comes to these activities.
Former Meota resident Jock McNeill passed away May 3. in Courtenay, B.C. where he and his wife, Eileen, resided.
The first summer senior golf event took place May 10 with 15 golfers taking part. The winners with a score of 36 were Lawrie Ward and Lloyd Ward. It was a nice day and everyone enjoyed themselves.
The Vawn Community Hall presents an "end-of-seeding" Texas scramble golf tournament, Saturday, June 11 at the Meota Golf Course with a 3 p.m. shotgun start. Entry fee is $60 per person and includes golf, steak supper and dance; $40 includes supper and dance only; $20 is for the dance only. One can enter as singles, couples or teams of four to six. Supper is at 6:30 p.m. in the Vawn Community Hall, where there will be a 50/50 draw, bar and silent auction. A live auction of Bill Brownridge painting "Early Risers" will be at 8:30 p.m. The dance features One Cent Melon at 9:30 p.m. in Vawn. One can register, buy supper tickets or donate to the silent auction. Proceeds go to the playground improvements. For information call Brandon Doom at 306-821-1330.
The seniors held their monthly meeting May 13, at 10 a.m. The auditor's report by Judy Schmidt was on hand. A yard sale is planned for June 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in aid of the Ukrainian relief fund. There will be barbecued hot dogs and drinks available. Phone Arlene at 306-892-4300 for information or donations.
The library reports it has handed out 200 COVID test kits. The names of deceased members Kenneth Tucker, Joyce Antoine and Ben Byl will be added to the plaque. The flower pots will be repaired and taken care of by Maureen Campbell and Linda Ard, but there was no volunteer for mowing. Walkathon papers need to be turned in right away. Volunteers to attend the SSAI convention in Saskatoon were Vivianne Lesko and Gwen Lacerte.
Next meeting is set for June 10 at 10 a.m.
Canasta was played at the Do Drop In at 7 p.m. May 13, with four tables in play. Top score went to Albert Huys and Vern Iverson. Second were Gail Hilderman and Gwen Lacerte and tied for third place were Carol Huys and Janice Morton along with Jack Stewart and David Ottas.
The Chitek Lake Mudder Muckers Quad Rally is May 21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 306-984-7572 or 306-984-9402 for information.
Twenty players gathered at the Do Drop In May 14, for a friendly shuffleboard competition. There were many fantastic plays and many not so, but everyone would agree it was a day of fun and laughter and good food and great socializing. While players took turns playing, others played games of Chit Chat or Consequences or just visited. There will not be another tournament until fall.
Catch the Wave
(submitted by Trudy Janssens)
Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail had its first event of the year, a spring cleanup. Last year we managed to shift things around in the clubhouse in order to offer kayak storage to members. When you don’t have to haul your kayak from a distance, the time on the water increases. It’s much easier to decide at the spur of the moment, when the water is calm, you can head out and enjoy the lake.
Angela Cromarty, director of the Saskatchewan Sailing Association, was a guest at the meeting that followed the cleanup. She explained the SSA can offer sailing lessons and insurance. Many of the sailing clubs around the province have had COVID setbacks, but the tide is turning now. The MLPS executive will be committing time this year to plan for sailing lessons in Meota in July of 2023.
Escape Sports will be in Meota on July 16 and 17 to host a Try a SUP Event. SUP stands for stand-up paddle board. Delton, a registered instructor, will be bringing out several hard and inflatable paddle boards to try.
Classic Outdoors will be coming out to a try-a-kayak event July 23 and 24. They will also be bringing out equipment to try, along with MLPS member kayaks. Jonas, from Classic Outdoors, is a licensed instructor and will be on hand to instruct novices as well as experienced kayakers.
Kayakers from all around Jackfish Lake are welcome to join Meota Paddle and Sail members on Tuesdays and Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to sunset.
The clubhouse continues to receive TLC from local members. We’ll be participating in the Meota community-wide garage sale and will have some equipment to sell — windsurfers, abandoned sailboats and typical garage sale items. We’ll even let the table go.
We do have a few things on our wish list. If anyone has a small freezer or a fridge, we’re interested. We also have approval to get a gas line installed for a gas barbecue, which means we’re looking for a reasonably priced unit.
Upcoming events: an art show with Anne and Andrea Baillargeon July 3; Community and Member Art Show Aug.7; and MPS fundraising event Aug.14, likely a variation on Steak at the Lake.
