Mel Deagnon and Carl Ross were asked to play at Haying in the ‘30s on the August long weekend. Joining them was Randy Carl’s nephew and a guitarist who joined the group. We were also surprised to meet Lin and Jim Beaudoin at the event, Jim was singing and Lin was volunteering.
The event was completely volunteer driven. Musicians and everyone who worked in the booths helped with the food and did whatever needed to be done.
Back for its 16th year, Haying in the ‘30s is held on the August long weekend at the Mallaig, Alta. grounds. In addition to the music you can also get a glimpse of what it was like to farm in the 1930s. There is no admission or camping fees, but a common goal is helping cancer victims undergoing treatment.
The event is a chance for families and friends to enjoy heritage and charity. All donations go to help people with cancer. Events throughout the weekend include face painting, horseshoe demonstrations, old-fashioned farming demonsrations and the beef on a bun dinner. After you’ve had a fill at the barbecue dinner, you were to put on your dancing boots and head to an old-fashioned hoedown. On Sunday morning there was an interfaith service for anyone who wanted to attend.
The Maymont Library had 10 children who participated in the TD Summer Reading Club, a free program developed by Canadian public libraries. It was a great way to keep the kids engaged with reading. The kids can choose what they want to read, track their reading, interact with the website and connect with kids across the country. There will be a windup Aug. 28 with prizes, cookies, and beverages. The event will take place at the Maymont Library from 1 to 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Free at your library are DVDs, Blu-ray, new and popular books, online magazines and newspapers, ebooks and audiobooks. If you’re not a member of your local library please see your librarian to get more information.
