MAIDSTONE — Congratulations to Noah Perkins of Maidstone who was named the Saskatchewan Baseball Association’s 2023 Saskatchewan Minor Player of the Year. Several family members were in attendance at the luncheon in the Saskatoon Delta Hotel on Oct. 21 when Noah was presented the award.
Three local youth played fall baseball with Bulldogs Academy: Kayden Hutchison on the U13 team, Noah Perkins on U15 and Colton Parker on U18. Each finished the season with an award. Kayden earned Most Outstanding Pitcher, Noah earned the Bulldog Award (overall player) and Colton was named Rookie of the Year. There were only three players from our entire area and they all achieved awards. Way to play, boys!
The Royal Canadian Legion, Saskatchewan Command sent congratulations to our Maidstone Legion team for securing first place in the provincial bowling competition held in Foam Lake: “It’s a remarkable achievement and a testament to their skill, teamwork and dedication. I’m sure their entire branch and community is proud of their accomplishment. Thank you to all who came out.” Maidstone Branch No. 142 added: “Great job and thanks for representing our Legion, Dennis Noble, Lavina Noble, Ron Foley and Pat Foley.”
Maidstone Museum Board held their monthly meeting Oct. 17 with seven members present. Upcoming events were the main topic. The Spook Night committee has been busy preparing the museum for Friday, Oct. 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. They have some frightfully fun surprises for us. The timid should come at 5 p.m. while there’s still some light outside. After dusk, be sure to bring a flashlight as it gets dark in the museum village.
A progress report was also given on preparations for the Howl’oween Spook’tacular handouts at the Seniors’ Centre Oct. 31 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Help with filling bags or decorating the entrance is needed. Please contact Kathy 306-893-2799. Winter Fest will be on Saturday, Dec. 9t. More details on it next month.
Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club has 11 projects this year including Archery, Beef, Canine, Cloverbuds, Coffee Club, Light Horse, Movies & Munchies, Photography, Sewing, Sheep and Small Engines. We had three workbees to complete the instalment of the wheelchair-accessible swing at the 4-H Park in Maidstone. National “Show Your 4-H Colours Day” is Wednesday, Nov. 1 and marks the 110th anniversary of 4-H in Canada. Our next meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 6 at Milleton Hall beginning at 7 p.m. (Submitted by Logan Gerlinsky).
Maidstone Legion Club Room has started Chase the Ace again with the first draw Thursday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets in person or by e-transfer auto-deposit to [email protected] (remember to put your name and phone number in the message so they can text you your ticket numbers). The jackpot is $3,000 and tickets are $5 each. Watch the draw live on Facebook if you can’t make it down to the Club Room.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month across Canada. As a cancer survivor, this cause is very dear to my heart. I can’t stress enough the importance of prevention, early detection, treatment and research. Breast cancer deaths have been declining since 1990 thanks to increased awareness, better screening and new treatment options. I am blessed to be one of the fortunate ones.
Upcoming Events:
Oct. 28 - “Boos for a Cause” Halloween Dance at Maidstone Legion Hall from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (fundraiser for local cancer patients in treatment),
Oct. 29 - Maidstone Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit potluck lunch after mass,
Oct. 29 - Waseca Community Centre Halloween Bingo and 50/50 at 1 p.m. (201- Railway Ave. E., Waseca).
Oct. 29 - Maidstone United Church Fall Supper (201 – 1st St. E.) from 5 to 7 p.m.
