Wolseley Dance Recital THIS Weekend

The Wolseley Dance Club will be holding their recital this weekend at the Town Hall / Opera House. Shows are at 7:00 pm and admission is only $5. Tickets can be purchased at the door.

The Taylor girls are eagerly anticipating the recital.

Wolseley Lions Meet Your Neighbor Night a SUCCESS

As we walked home from the Town Hall/Opera House after the event my son Thomas said "I had a great time tonight Dad". This I'm sure is what the local Lions Club wanted to achieve with their event. The entertainment, club displays, speakers and just plain old mingling put faces to names for newcomers and long-time residents alike.
Madeline Dunn gave a synopsis of the Lions Clubs significant positive impact on our town.
And toward the end of the evening the stage was filled with people who, like my family, are new to Wolseley, and that was so good to see.

The Spillway ROARS!

Folks you've got to talk a moment to drive by the spillway. When you get there, stop , roll your windows down a listen. Better yet, get out of the vehicle for a short stroll ( I'll wave at you ;) ). The spillway is just roaring! That wet, sloppy snow has made the lake fill and the spillway is really doing it's job.










My little bridge over the creek is holding on for now, but shortly after this photo was taken water began running over...hopefully it holds on till the water subsides!

Lions Club Welcomes people to Wolseley

Saturday evening April 22nd the Wolseley Lions Club are really doing a great service. They have invited people new to town and long term residents to a "Welcome" night. My family is really looking forward to the event and we are looking to establish some new relationships and rekindle a few old ones as well. I'll post on the fun we had after the event.

Heritage Fair...Coming to Wolseley Schools

The students of Wolseley will be participating in a Heritage Fair on April 28th. Established along the lines of a Science Fair, this project is a great opportunity for students to learn about history and pratice presenting skills.

Like many other former Wolseley students I loved the great Science Fairs of the 1970's. Those fairs were initiated by K.C. Kapila and we all reaped the benefits of his leadership and mentorship.

Hopefully, Hertitage Fairs will have the same positive impact.

Heavy, Wet, Slushy Snow hits Wolseley

Ok, I know I am stating the obvious but...yep there it is, heavy, wet, slushy snow. So break out the rubber boots before you head outside.
I walked my daughter Audrey to dance this afternoon and gosh was it sloppy. We only walk a block to the Town Hall but by the time we sloshed our way there her dance tights bore a tell-tale splattered pattern.
In this kind of weather walking is my choice of transportation, but if you must drive, be careful.

I'm Back

After a bit of a sabbatical from blogging I'm back in the saddle. Check the site often as I will be trying to keep it updated. And from time to time I may post an audio blog, just click on them and you'll hear me comment on various subjects.

And folks feel free to comment on posts...with blogging the more the merrier!

Wolseley Architecture = Visitors

The other day as I pulled out of my yard I saw a car stopped by the old Court house. I ran a quick errand and on the way home saw the car had moved to the Town Hall. I stopped to chat with the driver, a young fellow armed with an awesome looking camera. He told me he was from Manitoba and was traveling on his honeymoon. He said he had seen photos of Wolseley on the Internet and being interested in architecture, wanted to stop and take some photos while his wife walked the swinging bridge. I shared a little town history with him and suggested a few more gems he ought to check out. I enjoyed meeting the young fellow and trust he has a great little story about Wolseley when he gets back to Manitoba.

Figure Skating Club Bottle Drive a Success

Saturday morning groups of Figure Skating Club members canvassed the town asking for donations of cans and bottles. Several truck loads were donated and delivered to the collection depot at the Bradley shop south of the highway. Parents and children worked side by side filling a horse trailer with cans and a SUV and utility trailer with bottles. The response was great and appreciated. And this parent got the added benefit of a great walk on a beautiful morning in Wolseley.

Wolseley Featured in The Leader Post

The Leader Post has featured Wolseley on page B2 of Monday's edition. The full page article is very positive, the photos are great and Wolseley is presented as a great town with a lot of potential. This kind of promotion is so awesome and really does a lot to shine the spotlight on the virtues of small town life.
I encourage you to get a copy of Monday's paper and make sure you tell others about the story.

Back from Christmas Break

It's been awhile since I have posted as Christmas seemed to sneak up quickly this year. We attended a number of Christmas concerts, hosted a Christmas Carolling party and had family over for Christmas day.
We also entertained a stream of children who tobagganed on the hill in our yard, skated on the outdoor rink down the street and drank rivers of hot chocolate.

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like....

Just in time for Christmas, the snow has arrived. Soft fluffy flakes have been falling steadily giving the town a beautiful wintery look with the lights and full moon reflecting at night and shimmering in the sunlight.
Soon children will be grabbing tobaggans and crazy carpets and heading for the hills.

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Former Resident Active in Hurricane Relief

Rocky Bishop, a former longtime resident of Wolseley is helping people in the hurricane ravaged South. Rocky's years of nursing experience and strong faith were put into action assiting the desperate needs of those suffering the effects of hurricane Katrina.
I encourage readers to go to this link http://rockybishop.blogspot.com/
Read Rocky's powerful insight I'm certain that like me, you will be moved.

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Santa and Sleigh rides - As Popular as Ever

The Wolseley Lions Club combined with McLeans Cafe and brought Santa to the kids of Wolseley on Thursday night. The line of kids waiting to see Santa was buzzing with excitement. Dwight and Madeline Dunn snapped photos of the children, helpful Elves gave each child a goodie bag then all trundled out onto the street for a horse drawn hay-ride.
Laughter and song rang out through the town as the Christmas season was ushered in - full force.

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Outdoor Rink Ready

The Wolseley Outdoor Rink has been flooded and is ready to go. Located beside the Fire Station on Water street, the rink provides a great opportunity to get outside and participate in the Canadian tradition of skating outside.
For many of us the location of the outdoor rink has some sentimental significance as it is located on the sight of the old indoor rinks. Nowadays, it is more noted as the place where the wonderful winter festival is held in February. So sharpen up the blades and I'll see you at the rink.

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Andrew Scheer to Campaign in Wolseley

On Friday, December 9th Regina Qu'Appelle Conservative candidate Andrew Scheer will be making a campaign swing though Wolseley. He'll be around town meeting people on the streets and in businesses in the mid-afternoon. And later from 4:00pm until 8:00pm Andrew and his wife Jill will be at my home for a coffee party come and go event. So feel free to stop by 220 Richmond Street and meet the candidate.

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Let the Lights Shine

Christmas lights are being turned on all around Wosleley. Some of the displays are truly great, and all of them add beauty to the town at this time of year. The lights on the east side of the lake by the beach are especially pretty. I'm not certain whose idea it was to do light up those tress, but it was brilliant.
Wouldn't it be nice if we could expand that initiative to an entire "Lights Around the Lake" project.









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The Spillway is running over

Walking over the Swinging Bridge or down Richmond street these days you are treated to the babble of the spillway as the waters of Fairy lake flow into the coulee beside our house. This is the second time this fall the spillway has run. When it occurred in September was a nice surprise. But again in November? Now that's a real bonus for those of us who enjoy the lake.

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The Wolseley Karate Club Gets Kicking

Gary and Carlene Grant
prepare to instruct class




Ben Taylor shows his blocking style





On Monday and Wednesday evenings the Dr. Isman Elementary School gymnasium is filled with youngsters, and a smattering of oldsters, learning Karate moves from Sensei Gary and Sempai Carlene Grant. The Grant's moved from Wilkie to Wolseley this fall when Gary took the position of manager at Wolsley's West Central Pelleting Plant. They soon established the Wolseley Karate Club which boasts 35 members. The Grant's passion for Karate is inspiring, so come on out, have fun, and get fit in the process.

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