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Canadian Geese on Fairly Lake

Wolseley GIRLS, Sing, Dance and Act in Broadview

The S.E. Sask. Assoc. for Culture, Recreation and Sport organized a fantastic Saskatchewan Express facilitated all-day workshop in Broadview on Saturday. Voice, dance and acting instructors spent the day teaching techniques and putting together a small show. Wolseley figured prominently as Regan Mercer, Erin Parker, Jordyn Parker, Emmalyne Brook, Sierra Taylor Cassidy Ker, Zoe Tittle, Maya Tittle and Emma Taylor all participated.

Ellisboro Artisans Sale and Show a SUCCESS

The Ellisboro Artisans show and sale was well attended and from all reports sales were brisk. Carla and I bought a wonderful Juli Tittle painting and a stunning Laurie Edgar photograph.
It is trulay amazing to see how many talented people live in this area. The painters have diverse styles and thereby appeal to a wide range of people. The photographers seem to be able to capture the essence of small town and country life through their camera lens.
Make sure to stop by The Gallery in Wolseley to see some of the great works of art. Contact Kit Taylor (698-2838) or Myrna and Slater Tubman (698-2364) for more information.

Local Art for SALE

If you are interested in original art the Wolseley Town Hall / Opera House is the place to be this weekend!
The Ellisboro Artisans will be showing and selling some awesome original pieces on Friday and Saturday.

The COUNTRY

My niece Isabel Gagne and daughter Emma Taylor head out across the field behind Grandpa Taylor's small flock of sheep. My parents farm is an interesting sight for many people driving by as they often see sheep, potbellied pigs, ponies and a numerous other animals from his menagerie.

GEESE in flight

Fall is definitely here! This big flock of geese gathered in a field just off the Trans Canada highway near Summerberry. This morning as puttered about the yard the sky was ringing with the honks of these wonderful birds headed south for the winter.

GO CART fun

Recipe for Fun:

- Take one Go Cart
- Add one or more boys
- Position at top of a hill
- Place one boy in Cart
- Give a good push
- Repeat these steps over and over for fun,fun,fun!

Beavers chew and add to my VIEW

Over the past few days a beaver in Fairly Lake has gnawed through a couple of trees on the shores. Well some may mourn the loss of a couple of tress, I have to admit it this beaver's instinct for chewing has added to the view of the Lake and Swinging Bridge. You see, I have watched as cars slowing drive around the Lake trying to catch a glimpse of our town's landmarks but obviously frustrated because the view was obstructed by trees. But the beaver has fixed all that, as an added bonus (for us) we have a beter view from our veranda now :).

ART show and sale coming soon

The Ellisboro Artisans will be holding a sale in the Town Hall/Opera House on October 20th and 21st. At last year's sale we purchased a several wonderful paintings by Kit Taylor and Isabel Taylor. We anticipate adding to our growing collection of local original art this year.

Poplar trees BRILLIANT

For some reason the poplar trees this year are absolutley brilliant. My Dad has a wonderful stand in his coulee and since most other trees have lost their leaves the poplars are truly stunning.

Bald EAGLE by Wolseley

Bald Eagles have frequently seen around Wolseley for the past few years. These magnificant birds are truly amazing. I saw this one close to Rodney Chatterson's place last week.

New Generation of ARTISTS mentored

Young artists in Wolseley spent Saturday learning and working with plasticine art. In fact, so many children were interested in participating that according to Kit Taylor another session will be held.
The Ellisboro Artisans Guild organized the day and when I stopped by Beryl Fornier from Glenavon was instructing the kids. I also saw that Pauline Churchman and Myrna Tubman were there to help guide the activities.
The event was held at The Gallery which is a great place to buy locally made art. And many of Wolseley's fine artists will be displaying their work in an upcoming art show and sale at the Town Hall/Opera House. I'll post more information soon.

AEROBICS in Wolseley and CTK

There's a change afoot on the fitness front in Wolseley and Carry-the-Kettle this Fall. For the first time, Centre 48 is offering aerobics classes in both communities. If you live in the area you should have received your class schedule in the mail last week highlighting Fitness Blast (CTK) and Fitness Fix (Wolseley). What remains the same from last year is the instructor: Carla Taylor. Something new is the need to preregister and pay at least two days before the start of classes (Oct. 1st). Register soon because there is a class size minimum (seven) and maximum. To register call Centre 48 at 306-424-2166 or email centre48@montmartre-sk.com or go to http://www.montmartre-sk.com/centre.html

Saturday Sunrise over Fairly LAKE

Motorcycle THING-A-MA-JIG

A couple of days ago I got a message on my phone from my Aunt Myrna Tubman. Her message stated that she'd seen an interesting thing-a-ma-jig at Weird Willies General Store. When I arrived to get a couple of photos Chad and Karen Souchotte's boys Nolan, Dustin and Ryan were admiring what turned out to be a very fancy sidecar for a motorcycle.

Steven Bonk's dog DOC wins

Steven Bonk of Wolseley and his dog Doc had wonderful showing at the recent Canadian Kennel Club herding trials in Saskatoon.
Doc won 3 high in trials, 2 reserve high in trials, and a 3rd. He was high combined stockdog, high combined herding dog, and high combined all around herding stockdog. Earlier in May Doc became Canadian Kennel Club conformation Champion for the Australian Cattle dog breed (blue heeler). Doc's next competition will be in Ontario during October at the Australian Cattle Dog Nationals.
Steven and Candace live on the former Bill and Helen Lemcke (Joe Sanderson) farm across from the golf course at Wolseley. The Bonk's are presently importing a new border collie puppy from Wales. A full sister to the reserve world champion she is bound to be a good one.

Road Scenes - MONTREAL

The road last week took me to Montreal. Wow, what a great city!
The last time I visited there was a day trip 28 years ago when I was a teenager on a 4-H exchange. I don't remember much about that brief visit except being overwhelmed by the size of the city.
This visit I spent 4 days right in Old Montreal and got to experiance many of the awesome sights, sounds and tastes in this vibrant Canadian city.

JACK SEMPLE entertains in the Valley

A beautiful warm fall evening and a big moon shining over the Qu'Appelle Valley set the stage for a wonderful get-together at the old brick Ellisboro school last week.
The event was the retirement party for Arlene Cornish who owns the school and uses it as a summer place.
And the entertainment was absolutely fabulous. Arlene's daughter Tara and son-in-law Jack Semple headlined a program of super talented family members. Tara's flute playing and Jack's guitar playing are simply awesome, world class, and right here in our backyard. Jack called my wife Carla up to sing on a wonderful country song and he cut loose displaying his talent in a variety of styles.
The night was a lot of fun, the music was great, the venue was beautiful and Arlene the hostess was gracious. It doesn't get much better than that.

Take a moment and check out Jack Semple's website: http://www.jacksemple.com/main.html

The SPILLWAY is Transformed

The spillway at the west end of Fairly Lake has been transformed. Since the 1970's the familiar concrete structure has had water roaring over it each spring. And while the water flows the spillway is impressive, but when it stops , well, it's just a big slab of eroding concrete.

Last week Keith Ennis and John Bonner went to work dumping truckloads of large stones on the concrete. The stones were placed to slow down erosion of the spillway but a secondary result is a more natural looking structure.
It will be interesting to see how the water looks this spring.