WAWOTA - Some members of the 1963-64 graduating class in Wawota came together to attend the Heritage breakfast and watch the parade on Wawota's Heritage Day.
Those present were Lynne Johnson of Moosomin, Larry and Marion Husband and Bruce and Minerva Scammell of Wawota, Lois Greenbank from Kenosee Lake, and Clint Swanson of Weyburn. They toured the museum and gathered in the valley for lunch before saying their good-byes.
Shirley Corkish's granddaughter, Esme, from Regina spent a night with her. The next day they attended the Kitchen Party at Kenosee Lake where Michelle Corkish was displaying her art and granddaughter, Eden, was participating in the fiddle music program.
Sympathy to the Grey family on the passing of Ron Grey on Aug. 18 at 80 years of age. Sympathy to his wife Judy, and John (Erin) and Shalila (Sheldon) Steinke and grandchildren Josh, Delaney, Kye and Tilar. Ron and Judy and family were long-time former residents when Ron was our pharmacist.
Gail Engle visited with family in Calgary recently. Her grandson Quinn and his wife Lauren were there with their infant twins Arthur and Ellis.
The museum’s summer kids program is finished for the season with the final one held on Aug. 22. The children were treated to a special guest, Jean Bogner, who was a former teacher in the Bethany School. Bethany School is on the museum grounds and a short lesson was taught there each week.
Bogner explained to the kids about the school, how kids travelled to school, started the heater, carried in water and tackled many outdoor activities. There were some interesting questions from the attentive children.
News has been received of the passing of Joyce Aitken at Hillcrest Place on Aug. 21. She was 99 years old. She will be reunited with her husband Alex, with whom she shared 59 years of marriage. A private family graveside service will take place later in Wawota.
