Congratulations to Maidstone Ice Arena’s Trip of the Month winners for April, Nathan Allers won the $1,000 travel voucher and Duane Doud won the ticket money back. The next draw is May 1 for a “Quebec City in the Fall” package (cost $2,806.79).
Maidstone’s 2023 travel group left on their international trip April 4. My 15-year-old granddaughter is one of the students on the trip so I’ve been getting a visual tour of London, Paris and currently Rome. This has been an amazing excursion for these young people along with their adult chaperones and some parents. They’ll be home Thursday night so I hope to have a full report next week.
Maidstone Pharmacy’s Easter colouring contest winners were Logan for the seven and under category and Ellie for the age eight to 12 group. Each won a beautiful Easter basket.
The Kin Club’s Easter dance last Thursday had an amazing turnout. Thank you to Brennan Becotte who donated his top-grade DJ services and to Heather Franks for the delicious cupcakes and mini-egg treats which included gluten and dairy-friendly options. The Easter bunny made a special appearance and joined in hopping around the dance floor much to the delight of the kids. The Kin Club is grateful for all the help and support received, and they hope to make this an annual event.
The Walter family fire recovery fundraiser is Saturday, April 15 in Colonsay. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the silent auction begins. The burger/hotdog supper is at 5:30 p.m. and bring a bag or bucket for the kids’ Easter egg hunt at 6:30 p.m., followed by a dance and social until 2:30 a.m. The cost is $40 for a family of four, $15 for over age 10, $10 for ages three to 10, free for ages two and under, and $5 for dance only. Jeff and Carrie (former Maidstone resident) and their children — Waylon Walter and Eric, Jack and Jessie Cutsforth — appreciate all the love and support as they recover from the devastating loss of their home and belongings.
Maidstone Legion Club Room will be closing at the end of April for the summer (until October). There are only three Thursday draws for Chase the Ace (unless it goes sooner). If the Ace of Spades jackpot hasn’t been won by the end of April, they’ll draw until it does go. E-transfer [email protected] or stop by on Wednesday to get your tickets.
The Standard Hill slo-pitch tourney at Silver Lake Regional Park will be on a different weekend this year, June 9 to 11 but it’s the same great fun and competition. Limit of 16 teams (must be 6-4 format); entry fee is $400. To enter a team, contact Chris Zerr 306-893-8115 or Kyla Paton 306-893-8056.
Speaking of Chris Zerr, if you have the chance get down to Macklin Lake this weekend to see our Maidstone Kin Club members take the plunge. Chris, Marc Telenga, Wes Bolig and Jeff Watt are taking part in the “Take Your Breath Away” polar dip challenge, brought to you by Macklin Kinette Club to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis Canada. The weather has warmed up considerably since last week but the water is still frigid. With teams from Saskatchewan challenging the Alberta contingency, I’m sure this will be a sight to behold.
Maidstone Disc Golf is offering free disc golf lessons and tips from local players, available in group or individual settings. These will be available weeknights between May and September. Discs are provided and it’s free. Join the Facebook group “Maidstone Disc Golf” and comment there, email maidstone. disc.golf @gmail.com or talk to Ryan Donovan in person or on Facebook.
St. Walburg Bingo Association sent us a reminder that the weekly bingo at the Elks Hall has been changed to Tuesday evenings. Doors still open at 6:30 p.m. with bingo starting at 7:15 p.m.
Other Reminders:
April 16 and 23 - Waseca Community Centre Bingo at 1 p.m. (drinks and snacks available).
April 26 - Minor Hockey spring meeting in the arena warm-up room at 7 p.m.
Benefit fundraiser for former resident in Colonsay April 15.
