The Observer July 7, 2023

Dunn says ‘thank you’ to Children’s Hospital

By Lucy Davis

The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH) Foundation raised $1,369.30 on July 1 because of one grateful, kind-hearted nine-year-old. The lemonade stand, with 100 percent of the proceeds donated to the foundation, was a sweet success for Blaze Dunn with some community members contributing over $200 for a glass of freshly squeezed lemonade.

Dunn is no stranger to the hospital, having overcome many challenges which consequently resulted in many hospital stays. His mother, Carole-Lyne Dunn describes her son as ‘9 going on 98’ with a ‘be strong, never ever give up’ attitude. He has an easy smile, is wise beyond his years, and has a ‘I believe in myself’ attitude.

Carlyle is home to the Dunn family with Dunn Transport hauling fuel for the southeast corner of the province for over seventy years. Traveling to and from Saskatoon for surgeries and medical appointments has been a way of life for the family for the past nine years.

Blaze, the youngest of three, was born with complex bilateral club foot resulting in three separate surgeries. The first set of casts were put on when he was five days old with surgeries occurring at age three months, two years and again at four years of age. Serial corrective castings meant Dunn didn’t learn to walk until he was almost two years old. When he was three years old, he also required surgery to correct strabismus (cross eyes) that was present since birth.

Dunn was born with a tethered spine which was not re-

vealed until he had an MRI the week prior to a serious accident.

August 16, 2022 Dunn forgot to stop at the end of his driveway and was run over by a utility trailer resulting in a shattered femur and humerus; basically the accident crushed the right side of his body. He was air ambulanced to Saskatoon. Dunn had to have his leg and arm set with rods.

The tethered spine release surgery occurred May of 2023.

“This is my first summer with no cast or wheelchair,” says

Dunn who still has two or three more surgeries in the future.

According to Mrs. Dunn the fundraising ideas are driven by Blaze who wants to say thank you and make sure that other Saskatchewan children are supported by JPCH. She shared that because of Jim Pattison Hospital the family was able to stay in Saskatchewan instead of traveling to Montreal or Missouri for one of his surgeries.

Mrs. Dunn is grateful for the stellar team of pediatricians at JPCH.

“Blaze a trail for kids” can be found on Facebook and will set out his fundraising efforts. To date, Carlyle Fire Department donated all the recycle cans from the recently held lobster fest event. Manor Professional Bull Rodeo (PBR) occurring on July 22 has offered to donate their recycling as well.

A lemonade and yard sale will be held July 8 at 115 First Street West, Carlyle starting at 10 a.m.

Also, on Saturday, August 19 a lemonade and bake sale will be held at Carlyle Fun Dayz.

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Blaze Dunn’s lemonade stand outside Carlyle Southern Plains Co-op.

Photo by Lucy Davis

Your first stop to find events happening in our community!

July

Sat, July 8 - 8th Annual Show & Shine - Kenosee Lake

Sun, July 9, 16, 23, 30 - Red Barn Market

Tues, July 11, 25 - Community Night @ Carlyle Library

Thurs, July 13 - 2023 Western Canada Power Cruise - Merit Ford

Wed, July 19 - End of Life Planning @ Carlyle Library

Sat, July 22 - Manor PBR

*Do you have a community event you want listed above?

August

Sat, August 5 - Wawota Heritage Day

Sat, August 19 - Carlyle Fun Dayz

Fri, August 25 - Arcola Rodeo

Send us the name of the event, date, and what community it’s being held by emailing: observer@sasktel.net OR calling: (306) 453-2525. If you would like to include more information than that listed here contact our sales people to see how we can help.

Female entrepreneur Charlotte Beaujot shares her love of fashion and respect for all women

By Lucy Davis

Charlotte Beaujot has demonstrated that a love for fashion combined with self-motivation and discipline can turn from an idea into something concrete when Tante Lottie was created.

Wikipedia defines

Tante as “the French, Dutch (Nederland), Indonesia (based on Dutch language), German, Danish and Yiddish word for aunt. “Tante Lottie”, the name of Beaujot’s purse designs, was specifically chosen because of her desire to be a voice for the equality of all women regardless of nationality.

Beaujot had always loved fashion and followed the popular TV show Project Runway. Coming from a family of hunters and trappers, the hides were a familiar and perfect medium for her. Add business sense and

life experiences, there is no questioning why she is successful. Besides the hunting, Beaujot and her late husband managed a butcher shop for eleven years.

In 2018 Beaujot purchased her first sewing machine with the idea of designing something fashionable. The machine sat in the closet for close to two years and then COVID slowed down the world. Eve Realty, a real estate business based out of Kipling and owned jointly between Beaujot and her daughter Jade, continued on an upswing, but the pandemic resulted in less travel and socializing, resulting in time to pull the sewing machine out of the closet. The creativity was a welcome therapy and continues to be a great way to cope with stress.

Beaujot, with minimal

sewing experience, was asked by her husband to make him a leather apron, and using deer leather from Alberta she discovered her favorite fabric and it went from there.

Using a pencil case as a pattern, Beaujot started practicing and after much wasted leather, which she laughingly re-

fers to as ‘sample bags’, she designed her first cross body bag. A good bag should be fashionable yet convenient; it should lie flat against your body and the soft leather, hugging your body, it should also allow you to wear a coat over top without feeling bulky or restrictive.

Using leather pur-

chased from Tandy Leather in Saskatoon, Beaujot started creating custom orders and consequently it became necessary to upgrade to a commercial leather sewing machine.

Each bag takes approximately six to eight hours to complete, and Beaujot usually has three on the go at one time

which entails designing the pattern, cutting it, gluing, sewing and hand-stitching that follows a meticulous and patient process.

Beaujot was asked to present her bags at Saskatchewan Fashion Week September 29 - October 1 in Saskatoon. They will send her a list of models and she will choose the models and the accompanying music. Beaujot already has a background of stage experience having played keyboard in a band, and the success of leading over two hundred students in belly dancing and health moves.

Besides the upcoming fashion show, Beaujot’s work is recognized with an invite to attend the Artist on the Hill event in White Bear July 22. Beaujot is honored to be sharing space with local artists Theresa Fuhr and Michael Lonechild.

Beaujot’s message to others is “If God gives you a gift, you share it.” She has genuine joy for the women that have purchased her ‘gift’.

Charlotte Beaujot, aka Tante Lottie, in her sewing room setting up another pattern.

Photo by Lucy Davis

Midnight Swim in Carlyle was a huge success

Stoughton applauds the graduating class of 2023

By Stephanie Zoer

The Stoughton Central School, the community and surrounding areas celebrated the graduation of four students on June 24.

Teachers, parents, grandparents and friends gathered at the school gymnasium to watch the elite group be escorted to the stage.

The ceremony began at 5 p.m. with principal Shelly Campbell welcoming those who attended. The singing of O Canada would follow.

Introductions would be done by MC Scott Kirkness throughout the night.

The graduating class of 2023 is Carter Goudy, son of Doug and Christy Goudy. Goudy will at-

tend the College of Agriculture in Saskatoon.

Milay Itogawa is the daughter of Jake and Yoshimi Itogawa. Itogawa will attend school in Calgary to become a nail technician.

Nya Spence is the daughter of Candace Poorman and Stacey Spence. Spence is unsure of what she would like to do in the future.

Xavier Holt-McArthur is the son of Marley McArthur. Holt-McArthur is also unsure of his future career.

Molly Woodward was the guest speaker for the evening.

The tribute to the parents was presented by Carter, who thanked the parents for all they do throughout the time

they are growing up and always being there, while his mom Christy gave the reply. Carter was also the valedictorian for the evening.

Milay made the tribute to the teachers, thanking them for their years of dedication of teaching them and offering guidance with Campbell coming forward with the reply. Milay also did the vote of thanks.

At this time Campbell handed out the awards and scholarships and gave the 2023 graduates their diplomas.

As the crowd applauded the graduates, they left the stage with this quote, “Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success.”

Arcola Library benefits from Equity Day barbecue

By Stephanie Zoer

Each year the Arcola Co-op holds an Equity Day barbecue with the proceeds going towards a local organization.

This year the barbecue was held on June 22 with the proceeds going to the Arcola Library. It was also the day a person could pick up their equity cheque.

Matthew Almey, manager of the Arcola Co-op said, they know the importance of keeping vital services within the community.

“Programs that are held at the library have a positive impact on our youth,” said Almey. “But sometimes it is difficult to raise funds

for facility improvements.”

Almey said they had

a fantastic turnout that exceeded their expectations.

He is grateful and proud of the amazing member owners that

showed up in such great numbers to support the library.

The Arcola Co-op was able to donate $2852 to the library. These funds will help with the new flooring project.

The library offers many summer programs, one of them being the summer read-

ing club geared towards many age groups. This activity will run in July and August. The more a person reads, the more prizes they win.

They also have a senior’s afternoon on Tuesdays, Glow mini golf, marble run races, Storytime and activities.

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Midnight Swim on Thursday, June 28 at the Carlyle swimming pool was a huge success. Thanks to sponsor Carlyle District Lions. Lions volunteers and life guards welcomed over one hundred kids along with their parents. Admittance to the midnight swim was free for all attendees with free hotdogs and hamburgers served from 8p.m. to 10p.m. There was also a huge projector screen with games for all when you needed a break from swimming as well as other games the life guards were providing. Photo courtesy of Brad Cooper

Stoughton Central School had four graduates for 2023. From Left, Carter Goudy, Milay Itogawa, Nya Spence and Xavier Holt-McArthur. Photo courtesy of Joan Dempsey

The Arcola Co-op Equity Day barbecue proceeds went to the Arcola Library. Back left, Shauna Daku, Gary Nelson, Kayla Vanderhulst and Brittany Hislop. Front left, Marla Schlenker, Elaine Hislop, Matthew Almey and Robyn Ririe. Photo courtesy of Matthew Almey

Back to the other coast

David Willberg Willberg’s World

What a difference a year makes.

At this time a year ago, I had just finished shaking off the cobwebs and the jetlag from Atlantic Adventures – an unforgettable trip through three provinces in 10 days that brought incredible scenery and countless memories.

Now I’m back in more familiar territory: the west coast of B.C. for a 10-day, early July sojourn. Summer holidays in southwest B.C. are a lot of fun, and it will be the first time I’ve been in the Lower Mainland for an extended period of time in the summer in four years.

As you read this, I should be on Vancouver Island. It’s actually my first time on the island since I moved to Estevan in 2000. So, this is long overdue.

Obviously, a community like Victoria or Nanaimo will have gone through a lot of changes since my last visit. And my interests will have changed a lot, too. The museums and the history that wouldn’t have intrigued me as a teenager are now something I enjoy. The businesses that were there 25 years ago that I didn’t pay attention to might be ones to visit now, even if my time in the city is limited. Restaurants I’d visit now are those that I might have walked past without a second thought in the mid-1990s.

I’ll be looking for that cool independent eatery to enjoy a great meal, some local craft beer and an experience I can’t get elsewhere.

Vancouver Island is a lot more than just the bigger cities. There are a lot of really cool small towns and small cities on the island, with their unique businesses and attractions.

And, of course, there’s the scenery. The proximity of the ocean. The mountains and the hills. The scenic drives.

Back in 1991, my family spent much of our summer holiday on the island. I was the impatient kid who couldn’t wait to get to the next destination. Why would it take two days to get from Nanaimo to Port Hardy on the northern tip of the island when it’s 387 kilometres? Why all the stops?

I didn’t ask “are we they yet”? I was 12. I could tell we weren’t there yet. No giant sign that said “Welcome to Port Hardy”. But the pace drove my ADHD mind crazy.

Now I wish I could have those days back. Enjoy the drives. Enjoy the scenery. Recognize that I might only get one chance to see what I’m seeing. Granted, when I was last on the island in 1998, I didn’t think it would take 25 years to get back, or more than 30 years to see the areas north of Nanaimo.

We won’t make it to the entire island during our time here. As much as I’d like to see Tofino and Ucluelet, there’s only so much time that we have. Some other trip.

And as you’re travelling along, you’re always thinking “geez, next time I’m here, I want to stop and see that attraction” or “I have to have a meal in that restaurant.”

Vancouver Island is another example of what I’ve said before: there’s so much to see and do in this country. Living in the second-largest country in the world, you’re bound to see some magnificent scenery. Oceans, mountains, glaciers, dense forests, there’s so much to enjoy. Or you can savour Saskatchewan’s plains, rolling hills, sunrises and sunsets that seem to last forever.

Hopefully, this won’t be the last time I’m on Vancouver Island for the next 23 years; it’s been too long to wait and there is just too much to see or view or enjoy.

But the common denominator of every holiday is they’re too short and they pass too quickly.

Taking a stand should take some effort

ing later.” I don’t know what struck me first… his use of “these guys” rather than “us” to indicate who the protestors were, or thinking the lure of pizza was enough to get more students to join the cause.

continue, to be the beneficiary of their struggle and sacrifice.

I was in my first year of university when the student council called on students to protest a new registration system that was to be implemented. Organizers called for a sit-in for as long as would be deemed necessary to get their concerns heard. Students left classrooms at 9:00 am, taped a sign to their chair and joined others in a student lounge for the protest. I didn’t take part, partly because I was a firstyear student just trying to keep my head above water, but more importantly I actually thought the changes to the registration system were beneficial.

Leaving the building later that day I heard my name being called and turned around to see a guy from my dorm. He invited me to join the sit-in. When I declined he remarked, “No, really, come join these guys. Free pizza is com-

Protest movements have been influential round the world in changing laws, expanding rights, and even toppling governments. Without individuals committed to a cause and being willing to suffer for it, the protests would have accomplished little. But in acts of opposition people have sat where they were told they couldn’t, stared down tanks, and demanded change when they were denied access to vote. Often, the price has been high--loss of life, imprisonment, injury--just some of the costs exacted.

I recognize the fact I live a life that is privileged. I didn’t have to fight for pay equity, or the right to vote, and I have always been able to sit where I wanted. Such simple things, but monumental efforts needed to be undertaken to make these happen for people that came before me. So individuals united, raised their voices, and were resolved to keep the effort going until change came. Generations have, and will

Which makes me wonder about the role of protests in the future. Because although we continue to see those kinds of actions taking place, we are increasingly impacted by activism that requires no commitment and demands no sacrifice. It takes little effort other than clicking a box on a computer screen or hitting the like icon.

A woman representing an online group proudly announced that their efforts were successful in shutting down a popular event in a neighboring own. The group hadn’t spoken with anyone from the community, and no one asked them to advocate on their behalf. They simply heard about the event, posted their objections to it, and after getting 25,000 likes on their page said they represented enough voices to force the organizer’s hand. They didn’t live in the town--had never attended the event--asked for no face to face meetings--or discussions of any kind.

So what are community leaders, business owners and governments supposed to do?

They are confronted by a faceless, nameless group who don’t have

the ambition to ask for a meeting or the courage to give their name. But they have pull, because to not give in opens up their target to vitriolic, vicious attacks. It’s not truthful, but it doesn’t matter. It’s not civil, but few care.

But it’s also not right, because it is diminishing the efforts of those who seek real change and are using methods at their disposal to communicate, to inspire and to mobilize a call to action…those who truly stand for something and are willing to put considered thought, real time and actual effort into bringing it about.

Being part of a protest movement shouldn’t consist of being trendy or on-point. If we are simply hitting the like button or re-tweeting a post so we can consider ourselves part of “these guys” and haven’t given proper consideration to the topic of protest, we are bringing dishonor to the courage of the men and women who gave everything they could to confront the most challenging issues of the day. Their gains were many, but their losses were too. Let’s ensure that as we continue to use the power of protest the losses don’t also include dignity, character, truth and common sense. That’s my outlook.

“One of the most difficult things is not to change society — but to change yourself.”

- Nelson Mandela

Shelley Luedtke

Joan Dempsey is retiring and will help on the farm

By Stephanie Zoer

Joan Dempsey began her career 20 years ago at the Fillmore school. She worked in Fillmore as the secretary for six years, but also worked at the Stoughton Central School.

Dempsey is married to Bart, and they have three children, Garrett, Caitlin and Blake that they raised on the family farm near Heward.

Her children attended the Stoughton School, so when the job became available at the school, she applied for it and began to work there full time.

For 14 years, Dempsey was the Administrative Assistant.

Dempsey has seen many children come

through the doors at this school and has seen them start kindergarten and graduate grade 12. It is amazing to see these kids grow over the years. The school has 160 students. Throughout the years she has been responsible for managing the school budget with the principal, entering student data, ordering supplies, checking and double checking to make sure things are entered properly into the computer.

She took care of phone calls and answered students’ and parents’ questions. She was the go between for the school division and the school, taking care of any issues that would arise.

She has enjoyed many aspects of her job but has

loved meeting staff, greeting parents and welcoming new students to the school.

“I am a real people person,” said Dempsey.

Dempsey’s children are now adults, but when her son Garrett was in Grade 12, he was in a car accident that required Dempsey to take a leave of absence. He was hospitalized for three months and in Wascana for seven months before he would return home to the farm.

Caitlin lives in Regina and is a pharmacist for the General and Pasqua hospital. She visits as often as she can.

Blake completed and received his agricultural degree from the University of Saskatoon and now works on the family farm.

Wawota happenings

By Myrna Olson

Sympathy to Carol Howarth and other family members and friends on the passing of Doug Howarth. Howarth was a resident of Deer View Lodge and passed away on June 20 at the age of 80, 10 days shy of his 81st birthday. He leaves behind his wife Carol and family Darci, Wade and Brent and families. A private funeral will be held at a later date.

Sympathy to all family

members of John Puskas who also passed away on June 20. Fondly known as TC, he was 71 years of age and leaves a family of Connie and family and Kevin. A celebration of his life will be held later this summer.

A bridal shower was held on Sunday, July 2 at the home of Scot and Deanne Jackson in honor of their daughter Karlie. Karlie and Colby Wanchuk will be married later this summer.

Myrna Jewell of Langbank returned to the Wawota Library last Tuesday to read “Liam’s Hospital Stay”. This book was written by Myrna and Liam Wilson about his stay in the hospital.

Happy birthday to Carol Thomas on her 90th birthday on June 30. She is a resident of Deer View Lodge. Please share your summer visitors and travels with me!

Dempsey plans to help on the farm especially with harvesting just around the corner, and she feels retirement will not hit her until fall, as they are going into summer break right now.

She does not have any

special plans but will help Jaycee Piper, the new administrative assistant that she has been training in her roll, if she needs a day

On June 16 a retirement party was held at the Stoughton Royal Can-

adian Legion branch for those that will retire this year from the school.

Her last day was June 30, and she feels it will be a bitter sweet moment when she hands over the keys and begins a new chapter in her life on the farm.

Joan Dempsey had her last day at the Stoughton Central School on June 30.

Photo courtesy of Joan Dempsey

Stoughton celebrates Canada Day at Taylor Park

By Stephanie Zoer

Canada Day celebrations were held in many communities across the prairies, and this included the Town of Stoughton.

The celebration took place at Taylor Park, which is located at the west end of Stoughton. It has a small lake with a fountain in the centre. It has a walking path around the lake, which leads to a playground and sitting area, and this is where the festivities were held.

People began to gather around 4 p.m. to enjoy the live music by Caragana Ramblers, a local band from Forget.

The Town of Stoughton supplied the food and entertainment, while the Stoughton Lions Club organized and prepared the food. Burgers, hotdogs, drinks, cake and ice cream were on the menu.

When the event began there were well over 100 people of

all ages, and they continued to come and enjoy the afternoon.

Clarence Hoffort, mayor of Stoughton welcomed the crowd and told everyone to sit back and enjoy the celebration. He also reminded people to come back at dark to see the fireworks, which would take place at the park as well.

Del Coderre, secretary of the Stoughton Lions Club, donated $2,000 to the Stoughton Tecumseh First Responders.

Zandra Slater, reeve of the R.M. of Tecumseh, was on hand to accept the donation on behalf of the committee. She said that these funds will help people from babies to seniors and that it is a much-needed service in our community and area. Slater thanked the Lions for their generous donation and the community for the continuous support.

It was at this time that the Lions also held their reverse draw, with James Young of Leduc, Alberta winning the

$1,000. Michelle Richardson Raynard of Stoughton would win the $200 prize and $50 went to Teague Holzer of Radville.

Stoughton Coop donated the use of their barbecue, and a fridge and freezer to keep food cooled. Ed Young supplied the trailer to haul everything in and Deric Reaney supplied the power from his home.

As the barbecue came to an end, people could remain and socialize or return later for the bright display that would happen later in the sky.

The fireworks did not disappoint the crowd, as cheers and shouts of joy could be heard throughout the park. The brilliant colors lit up the sky followed by loud bangs that made the youngsters jump.

With the fireworks finished, friends, family, and neighbour’s packed up their belongings and went home.

It was another Canada Day celebration in the books.

Support for search and rescue in the southeast

The South East Saskatchewan Search and Rescue (SESKSAR) group recently received a boost from a local business.

Conquest Equipment provided a monetary donation to SESKSAR

to support its goals and mission. SESKSAR’s new president Dan Hardern was there to accept the cheque.

“SESKSAR would like to send out a huge thank you to Trinda Jocelyn,

Brendon Mason and the entire team at Conquest Equipment in Estevan for their very generous donation to our South East Saskatchewan Search and Rescue organization,” Hardern said. “It is com-

munity-minded businesses such as Conquest that help to keep our organization alive and able to serve our communities.”

SESKSAR is a member chapter of the Search and Rescue Saskatchewan Association of Volunteers (SARSAV). It is a volunteer organization that can be used as a resource

for policing agencies in cases when someone goes missing.

SESKSAR covers the entire southeast corner of the province, from the Manitoba border to the Yellow Grass area, and from the U.S. border to the Carlyle area. It has a number of members who are professionally trained

and equipped to respond to a call day or night at any time of the year to assist with search and rescue operations, and it is actively recruiting and training new members. For more information about SESKSAR go to their Facebook page at Southeast Saskatchewan Search and Rescue.

Thanks to so many people who made Arcola Fair on June 24, 2023 a great day!

The MEL GRIMES FAMILY MEMORIAL JUNIOR STEER AND HEIFER SHOW was another big success. 104 animals were up for judging. Thanks to the generous donation by Stacey (Grimes) Wempe, the championship prizes were over $15K!

CLASS SPONSORS

Platinum: Titan Livestock Inc, Jameson Gilroy & B & L Livestock Ltd, Eaton Livestock

SESKSAR’s new president Dan Hardern, right, accepted a donation to help with the organization’s needs from Brendon Mason with Conquest. Photo courtesy of Dan Hardern

VILLAGE OF KISBEY NOTICE

Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Kisbey intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act,2007 to amend Bylaw No 81-15 known as the Zoning Bylaw

INTENT

The proposed zoning bylaw amendment will allow for re-zoning Plan D1782 Ext.2 & Parcel F, Plan 101274500 Est.12. Proposed Parcel G changed to Commercial

AFFECTED LAND

The affected lands are legally described as part of SW ¼, Sec18, TWP8, RGE5, and W 2 Mer. Plan No. D1782 Ext.2, and part of Parcel F, Plan No. 101274500 Ext. 12 and Proposed Parcel G Class Code Change of Part of Parcel F, Plan No. 101274500.

REASON

The Reason for the amendment is to re-zone proposed Parcels G from RW Railway District to Commercial

C2-Service Commercial District.

Gold: Mack Auction Company Ltd, Whitewood Livestock Sales, T Bar C Cattle Co Ltd, Miller Livestock, Heartland Livestock Services, Prairie Livestock Inc, Chopper K Auction Services Corp, Chapman’s Feed and Ag Supply, Cornerstone Credit Union, Calvin & Brenda Fornwald, E. Bourassa & Sons, Key Chemicals Ltd, Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, Dusty Rose Cattle Co, Lamontagne Holdings,

Blair Athol Farms, Percyview Farms Ltd, Coteau Ranch

Other Donors: Cornerview Farm

Gifts in Kind: Key M Auctions – loan of sound truck, Jason LeBlanc – announcing and auctioneer services

FAIR SPONSORS

Grants: S.A.A.S.E. (Saskatchewan Association of Agricultural Societies and Exhibitions)

Platinum Sponsors: Arcola Optimist Club, RM of Brock #64

Gold Sponsors: Kelvin & Theresa Luedtke, Kingston Midstream, Crescent Point Energy

Silver Sponsors: RM of Browning #34, Stoughton Veterinary Services Prof. Corp, Fast Trucking Arcola Co-op Association Ltd, Monster Enterprise Ltd

Bronze Sponsors: Willie & Darlene Freitag, Stoughton Feed Processing Inc, Performance Realty, Murray McMillan, Sol and Kim Food Ltd

Gifts in kind: Scott Paton and Renee Pylypuk, Town of Arcola, Southern Plains Co-op Ltd, SILENT AUCTION DONORS: Carlyle A&W, Arcola Building Supplies, Arcola Pharmacy, Brittany Hislop, Carlyle Auto Parts, Carlyle Golf Club, Cornerstone Credit Union, Coyote Coulee, Dennis Feduk, FCC, Forever Young Spa, Glorious Mud Pottery, Head for the Hills Vet Clinic, Carlyle Home Hardware, Judy Naylen, King’s, CEDA (Littlehawk), Merit Ford, Michael’s Coffee Shop, MNP, Salon

A big thank you to all the Fair Board members for coordinating the Cattle Show, Parking, Parade, Exhibits, Kids Events, Silent Auction, Food Booth, and Beer Garden. Also thanks to Dolores Young for organizing the Trade Show and Vanessa Dahl for the Talent Show. Arcola Volunteer Fire department served the pancake breakfast and a small army of volunteers helped in all these venues and in getting the grounds ready. Your time and effort were so much appreciated. And thank you to the attendees who made it feel like an old time Fair!

Sincere apologies if anyone has been missed. Any updates will appear at arcolafair.wordpress.com

The Mayor of Stoughton, Clarence Hoffort, did the honours of cutting the Canada Day cake. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

Photos by Lucy Davis

Professional Bull Riders’ “Toughest Show on Dirt”

By Wendy Zandee

Saturday, July 22, 2023 Professional Bull Riders, commonly called PBR is once again being held at Manor Fun Daze. PBR has become a televised featured event from performances in Australia, Brazil, USA, Canada and Mexico fea-

turing the PBR Touring Pro bull riders. Also, Junior Bull Riding showcasing some of our upand-coming talent.

The past 15 PBR performances held at Manor have been a highlight for local people and a lot of newcomers to the com- the munity. We are proud to to keep improving our show

and look forward to the many improvements this year. All in attendance will see why they call PBR the “Toughest Show on Dirt”.

High-Definition Video Replay Screen to offer sponsor’s name mentions on screen throughout the event. Providing instant replays of the bull riding action going on in the arena.

Manor is proud to say that this is their 45th year of hosting Rodeo/ PBR events.

Beer Gardens- open at 4:00 pm.

At 4:00 p.m. the bar- 4:00 becue roast beef supper is served on the grounds. You don’t want to miss this as it is great.

The Bull Riding will start at 6:30 pm, so head

for the grandstand, sit back and enjoy.

Manor Fun Daze is a volunteer “not for profit” organization and we are

pleased that we share our profits with organizations in our community. Our show is made possible by the financial

support of great friends in the business community whom we are pleased to acknowledge throughout our event.

Dr. Robert Kitchen MP

Souris-Moose Mountain

Bull riding at Manor PBR. Photo courtesy of Yvonne Loustel

Crossroads Multiple 4-H calf show saw some heat

By Stephanie Zoer

The Crossroads Multiple 4-H Club members have worked hard to get their calves ready for achievement day held on July 1.

When the calves are around four months old, they are picked by the kids and then the work begins.

The five students begin with halter training. At times this can be a difficult task when the calf is not cooperative.

Over the course of several months, the kids are taught how to feed these calves to get a

well-rounded beast and get a quality steer.

Jeryn Tanner is the Crossroads Multiple 4-H leader, and she enjoys getting her kids to this day.

The show was held at Greg and Jo-Ann Tanner’s farm located northwest of Stoughton.

A showring was set up and a spot for spectators to enjoy the show in the shade, bringing lawn chairs and drinks as the morning began to heat up.

The show had an earlier start due to the heat and the kids made sure to keep their steers

well-watered throughout the event.

There are many steps in preparing a steer or heifer for the showring. They are bathed, blow dried, some areas are shaved, as other areas fluffed to make the calf look full. There are many tricks to getting the steer looking its best.

When the steers are ready for the ring, they even get a nose wipe so there is no dripping.

Greg Goudy came out to judge, and has ten years of experience with judging, but only does the small shows. He also won Grand Champion

with his bull in 2018 at the Agribition in Regina.

All the steers are shorthorn crosses and are born in the spring of 2022.

Tripp Tanner has shown for four years and named his steer Tiger, due to the brown and white markings. He enjoys finishing the calf and winning neat stuff

Brook Tanner named her steer Cookie, because he looked like an Oreo cookie with his black and white markings. She loves animals and raising calves.

Victoria Anderson named her brown

speckled steer Chance. She has been in the club for five years. Her mom worked on the farm, and she would help and enjoyed it.

Hannah Tanner joined five years ago and named her black speckled steer Swirl. She enjoys animals and loves the grooming part of it all.

Jordyn Tanner is the longest member at six years. Her black speckled steer is named NB. She loves the outdoors and has a horse she enjoys riding.

Champion Showman was tied and went to Jordyn Tanner and Victoria

Cheryl Andrist returns to the Artist Colony

By Stephanie Zoer

Cheryl Andrist had the artist bug at a very young age and loved it when her grandmother would give her colouring books or paint-by-number kits for her birthday or Christmas.

Andrist’s mom and grandmother also had an artistic talent but did not pursue it, as her mom and dad ran a grocery store in Estevan which kept her busy.

Years later, Andrist would marry Robert and have two daughters, Karren and Dritta.

While on their farm, Andrist worked part-time at an office in Estevan, helped on the farm, and did the farm’s books, while raising their two children.

Andrist took her firstyear university classes at the Estevan Southeast Regional College. When her course was completed, her husband encouraged her to go to the University of Regina.

In 1999 she enrolled into the University of Regina for the fall semester and continued with classes until the spring of 2004 when she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts and Visual Degree, with distinction.

Robert was very supportive of her art. Six years ago, Robert passed away, and with neither of their daughters having interest in the farm, the farm was sold and Andrist moved to Redvers three years later.

Andrist has focused on her art and has had a colourful career with doing oils, watercolour, 3D fabric and wood carving. She also sews and has many other talents.

Her wood carvings are very popular and are like whimsical houses and wood spirits. She nearly sold-out of her wood carvings last year at the Artist Colony.

In 2001 and 2020 Andrist was chosen for the OSAC adjudicated art

competition, along with one other person.

She represented Saskatchewan in 2004 at the BMO first invitational Art Competition in Toronto, Ontario.

The City of Estevan accepted her commission called “Free Spirit” in 2009. It is a 10-foot metal sculpture that stands by the entry way at Affinity Place.

Her home is full of her art, which could be a herd of deer laying in the snow, a sunset or a bouquet of flowers, and she loves them all.

She will once again attend the Artist Colony of Moose Mountain Provincial Park from July 25 – 31 for the second year.

From July 9 – 13, Andrist will attend an artist retreat at the Connexus Centre in Moosomin, where 20 artists will attend.

She looks forward to her busy month and hopes to see many new faces at the colony.

Anderson, while Champion Groomer was won by Jordyn Tanner. Grand Champion Steer went to Hannah Tanner, with the Reserve Steer going to Jordyn Tanner. The kids went on to Estevan for Regional Days on July 4-6, with the showing being held on July 6. That evening the steers were sold by Mack Auctions. This can be a difficult time for the kids, after they have put all this work into them, but this is the end result, only to begin another year of training and showing with a new calf.

Five students came out to show their steers on achievement day. From left, Tripp Tanner, Hannah Tanner, Brook Tanner, Jordyn Tanner and Victoria Anderson. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

Cheryl Andrist has her home filled with her art work and wood carvings.

Photo by Cheryl Andrist

White Bear First Nations celebrates Canada Day

By Lucy Davis

White Bear First Nations and the White Bear Cottage Owner Association hosted a successful Canada Day Celebration. The crowd started lining up before 9 a.m. for a free breakfast and didn’t dissipate until after fireworks at 10 p.m. It was a full day of events with well over 500 people sharing the day together.

White Bear First Nations funded the events for the day with the Cottage Owners Association assisting with cooking of breakfast and Element Technical Services setting up the cooking station.

Shawna Maxay from White Bear played an integral role in keeping the games and activities running smoothly. Curtis Clark was Master of Ceremonies.

The beach front road

was lined with a crowd of all ages in anticipation of the parade which did not disappoint. The parade started with Chief Pasap in his “Every Child Matters” golf cart and ended with the Carlyle Fire Department. The balloons, candy, water pistols and music left everyone with happy smiles.

Youth volleyball, egg toss, horseshoes and gunny sack races were organized with lots of opportunities to win prizes. Kerr’s Bouncers from Yorkton set up several large bouncers and inflatables keeping children lined up all afternoon.

Despite the hot 29-degree Celsius afternoon, Teagan Littlechief and Cadillac Jack played for hours keeping everyone entertained.

Drumming was heard while the crowd watched several tradi-

tional dancers wearing regalia dance to the Ochapowace Drummers from Round Lake.

A small group of ladies from the White Bear community were tasked with the preparation of serving hundreds of hungry guests.

Barbecued burgers and hot dogs, salads, watermelon, chips and a beverage were served complimentary of the White Bear First Nations with support from the Cottage Owners Association. Shawna Maxay would like to acknowledge this group of ladies: Ayisha Maxay, Shanna Pewean, Alyssa Jacques, Elaine Maxay, Kayla Maxie, Sondra Shepherd, Nomi Maxay and Kristin Maxay.

Max Delorme from Kahkewistahaw First Nation serenaded the crowd over the supper hour.

Fireworks completed the evening.

Youth invited to join Lions’ Peace Poster Contest

By Heather Vermeersch

Every year Lions International hosts an international contest that encourages children, ages 11-13, to creatively express what peace means to them.

The 2023-2024 contest theme is “Dare to Dream”. Students are encouraged to share their unique images of peace with others so that we may all have greater tolerance and international understanding.

Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organization, with 1.4 million members in more than 48,000 clubs in over 200 countries and geographical areas. In addition to their efforts to conquer blindness they also make a strong commitment to community service and helping youth throughout the world.

The Carlyle District Lions Club is part of this International organization and will be holding a contest this year for a Peace Poster. We are inviting children ages 11-13 (on November 15, 2023) to submit a poster by September 29, 2023 for a chance to win a prize of $100 and to have your poster sent on to the Lions Provincial Convention in October.

Lions at the convention choose a winning poster from a pool of six and then send it to the next level for further judging. Posters are judged from a pool of 18 and one poster is selected to send on to the international contest where the grand prize winner receives $5000 US and 23 merit award winners receive $500 US.

We have included a few sample posters that were created in Saskatchewan last year and you can check out the

grand prize and merit award posters at lionsclubs.org/peaceposter for more samples.

This is a great opportunity for young artists to show their talent and we are excited as a club to see what talent there is in our community. If you have more questions you can contact Lion Heather at lionheathervermeersch@gmail.com and we look forward to seeing posters come pouring in!

Contest rules and conditions are included here and posters can be

dropped off at the Observer office, Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Get started and spend time this summer creating your “Dare to Dream” poster!

Entries not meeting the rules and conditions listed below will be disqualified:

• The contest’s theme is “Dare to Dream”

• The contest is open to students who will be 11, 12, or 13 years of ages on November 15, 2023. Eligible birth dates are November 16, 2009 through November 15, 2012

• Artwork must be no smaller than 13 inches by 20 inches (33 centimeters by 50 centimeters) and not larger than 24 inches by 20 inches (50 centimeters by 60 centimeters). Do not mat or frame artwork

• Only one entry per student per year, and each entry must be the work of only one student

• All artwork must be the individual student’s original creation. Duplications are not accepted.

• All media are accepted. Note: Chalk, charcoal and pastel entries should be sealed with a fixative spray to prevent smearing. Do not laminate entries.

• Three-dimensional entries will not be accepted. Nothing may be glued, stapled or attached to the artwork in any way.

• The use of lettering or numbering on the front of the poster, in any language, is not allowed. All artist signatures or initials should be written on the back of the poster.

• Artwork should be done on a flexible material so it can be rolled for shipping in a mailing tube. Do not fold poster.

From left, Darian Thomas and Brandon Kinistino wearing traditional regalia prepare to dance. Photo by Lucy Davis

Maryfield winner from 2022 Lions International Peace Poster Contest. Photo courtesy of Carlyle Lions

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With love, cherished memories and heavy hearts, we say goodbye to our dear husband, father, grandpy and great grandfather, Harvey John Holloway.

June 30, 2023, Harvey in his 90th year of Arcola, Saskatchewan, passed away at the Lampman Health Centre with his beloved wife, Dawn of 62 years and daughters, Tara and Leslie at his side.

Harvey had struggled with complications due to strokes for the last two years. Just like he dealt with all experiences in his life, Harvey was stoic and managed his illness with strength and grace, and wanted nothing more than to be home with his wife, Donna.

Harvey was born in Wapella, Saskatchewan to Alexander and Dorothy Holloway (Buswell). He was the second youngest in the large Holloway family of 13 children. Growing up in the great depression, he learned early the value of hard work. He learned the art of hunting and trapping and often provided meat for the family table.

He attended school in Wapella. In 1952, Harvey started working for the Department of Highways. While there, he received a call from his girlfriend, Dawn McCutcheon explaining that Tidewater had a job in the oilfield for him. Through the merger process he spent 35 years in the oil and gas sector.

Harvey met Dawn in 1954. They married in July 1960. Together they moved to Arcola, Saskatchewan and raised their three children, Leslie, Wade and Tora.

Harvey was one of the five Holloway brothers who played in the Wapella Black Hawks line-up during the 1950’s. This team won the South Saskatchewan Intermediate B Championship Title in 1954. He was described as “really fast” and as a “force to be reckoned with.”

Harvey was known to always have a joke ready. Eager to include others in his joy of living in the moment. He was easy to laugh and loved to tease and make others laugh. His friends were abundant and he made a vast network of enduring connections over his life.

Always a great outdoorsman, hunter, trapper, berry picker and gardener, his knowledge of wildlife and the Moose Mountains was remarkable. He started guiding American hunters when he was 23 and established himself as a reliable, informed and accomplished guide. Aiding his clients in almost every case to attain their goals whether it was birds, bear, deer, elk or moose. Harvey was a guide for sixty years.

Harvey was predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Dorothy Holloway; son, Wade Holloway and siblings, Ernie, John, Lillian, Marjorie, Esther, Glen, Dorothy, Leeson, Cecil, George and Fred, He will be sadly missed by his family, Dawn Holloway, Leslie (Russ) Tripp, and Tora (Jamie) Young. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jordan (Lyndon) Mullis, Amelia (Joshua) Young, Noah Young, Matthew (Lindsay) Hancherow, Austin Hancherow; great grandson, Emmett Mullis and sister, Margaret Van Hee.

A Celebration of Harvey’s Life was held on Friday, July 7, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. from the Optimist Legion, Arcola, Saskatchewan with Reverend Michelle Moore officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Harvey may be made to the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation at 9 Lancaster Road, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, S6J 1M8.

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The SMAK attack award goes to the town of Manor

By Stephanie Zoer

Stoughton, Manor, Arcola and Kisbey are four small rural towns in the southeast of Saskatchewan that have a friendly competition called the SMAK attack.

Taking the first letter of each town’s name, created the word SMAK and it continued from there.

This is not how it all started. It first started with Manor, Arcola and Kisbey. It was then referred to as the MAK attack, which began approximately 25 years ago.

Over the years Manor left the friendly competition for a while, as it seemed the town was not interested, according to Mayor Lucille Dunn.

Now everyone is back at it with Stoughton joining around 2015 and then it became the SMAK attack.

Each year the towns take turns being the host and this year it was Stoughton’s turn. They were responsible for finding judges and pro-

viding a lunch when the judging had been completed.

The event took place on June 28, but the preparation begins long before this date.

The criterion for the event is to keep the town clean, with grass cut, weeds pulled, not only in people’s yards, but also in the parks, along the roads and train tracks.

To have trees and shrubs trimmed, and unwanted vehicles removed. The front yards are clean and tidy, so the town looks good.

“This makes the town appealing to visitors,” said Dunn.

Judges are picked from outside of the town’s area to keep things fair. The judges came from Carlyle, and an RCMP officer, and a person from the R.M. of Moose Mountain.

The judges travel to each town and once completed came to Stoughton to have a luncheon at the Stoughton Royal Canadian Legion where 22 people gathered to hear the big decision.

As the anticipation began to rise, they were told how close the decision was.

First and last place only had a five-point spread and the judges had a challenging task as they felt the competition was tight this year.

In the end only one town can be named the winner and this year the SMAK attack winner for 2023 was Manor.

“I am very proud of my town and the people that jumped into this,” said Dunn. “I am honoured that we won.”

Each town was eager to know where they could improve for next year.

Last year’s winner was Arcola, and Mayor Scott Tessier was on hand to give the award to Lucille Dunn, Manor’s mayor.

The friendly competition will begin once again next spring with who might win the SMAK attack award this time.

Carnduff celebrates Grad Class of 2023

By Nicole Northild

The people of Carnduff and surrounding area got together to celebrate the achievements of this class of 2023 graduates on June 28. This year’s ceremony started at 6 p.m. in the school gym. The 31 graduates, most based locally except two from just over the border in Manitoba, sat on stage among family and friends as their sports awards, accomplishments and academic goals were acknowledged. Each were called up to accept their diploma that they worked so hard for.

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The town parade followed at 7:30 p.m. with an escort of police and fire trucks with flashing lights and sounding alarms, to alert the townspeople to the four flatbed trailers making their way

around Carnduff. Weaving through the streets, the graduates stood up in their dresses and suits, even a few cowboy hats, to wave to those on their front lawns waiting to see them. Those on the side of the street got to see the procession, wave back and yell their congratulations.

Behind the grad trailers the crowd got a special surprise when four grad students, 2 girls and 2 guys, each on their own horse rode by. The girls leading the group, with their long gowns, one red and other green, flowing behind them as they made up the end of the procession. The parade

started at the school and continued down every street in town.

Next steps for the grads include moving on to work, sport or higher education, both across Canada and abroad, many having been accepting to colleges and universities in the United States.

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From left, Manor administrator Callista Lockerby and Mayor of Manor Lucille Dunn receive the SMAK attack award from the Mayor of Arcola Scott Tessier. Photo by Shirley Coderre

Carnduff Educational Complex. Photo by Nicole Northild

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Recently, Canada passed the Online News Act, also known as Bill C-18, which has led to a standoff between the government, Google and Meta — the parent company behind Facebook and Instagram.

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Oxbow Prairie Horizons School Grad Class of 2023

By Nicole Northild

Oxbow Prairie Horizons School can boast of 24 graduates in 2023. The graduation started at 5 p.m. on June 29 being held for the first time in the OPHS gymnasium, where a massive crowd of 450 people attended. Previous year’s graduations have been held at the town rink or in Bow Valley Park. The gymnasium was decorated with the grad colors of black, silver and white keeping with the theme of starry night.

Notably this group of students was, 13 years ago, the first kindergarten students that attended what was then the newly built OPHS School. This building has seen the entire journey of this group’s public education, from K to 12, in the new combined school.

Walking across the stage the graduates accepted their diplomas with plans of moving on to a variety of post-graduation activities. Many have earned scholarships for universities and colleges as well as 4H.

“They are a very diverse group that will follow many different paths

in life,” shared Pamela Dmytriw, teacher at OPHS. “They are a group that will find success on those paths; whether it be to head off to work, to take a trade, to travel awhile or to go off to University.”

This is a time of excitement for what the future will bring as well as a time

to reflect on what has come before. These past times were captured in a slide show that was shared as well as the surprise return of retired teachers Mrs. Jody Jeannot and Mr. Pat Jeannot who came back and spoke to the grads and audience as guest speakers sharing their mem-

ories, praise and hopes for the graduates.

“For many in the class they will be excited to be done school – it is but a stepping stone in their path. Now they can find their way in life with what excites and intrigues them and we couldn’t be happier for them,” said Dmytriw.

Following the ceremony at 7 p.m. the grads paraded from the school in their finery, past the senior center and down Main Street.

Dmytriw left the graduates with some final words.

“Find your path and know that the whole

Swimming lessons have begun at the Alida pool

By Edel Cowan

School is now finished for another year. The students have moved on to their next grade, graduation celebrations are over, time

just keeps moving forward. Enjoy your summer holiday and before you know it school will be called back into session. At the end of August the staff begins to get themselves ready and

the students will be called back in September.

Hope everyone had a very enjoyable Canada Day on Saturday, July 1. Whatever and whereever you spent the day – do hope it was a good one. We just spent a very quiet day at home, too hot for old folks like us to be out and about, we just like to stay inside with the air conditioner.

But it was a good day for us and the old dog. Congratulations and best wishes to the Harrison family, who all welcomed a new baby girl to the family. Jude Harrison Lindsay arrived safe and sound on June 24. Proud parents are Cody and Courtney Lindsay of Lloydminster, grandparents are Betty-Jo and Aaron DeJong of Lashburn

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Visiting with the Junk families and attending the Oxbow Prairie Heights Graduation celebration on June 29 were Gloria Girard, Kara Junk and her daughter Morgan, all of Sylvan Lake. Enjoy your holiday time with the family folks.

Swimming lessons have begun, the first set runs

world is out there for you. Take time to travel and figure out who you are if you have the chance. Spend your life doing something you love. Make good choices and when you don’t – own the bad ones. You’ll still make mistakes but that’s part of life.”

July 3-7; second set July 17-21 and third set scheduled for July 31-August 1. Enjoy the swimming pool. Please remember folks to give me a call or text at 306-485-8561 with any summer news happening with your family and visitors. Your info always makes for a good column for folks to read. All your assistance is appreciated.

2023 Graduating Class of OPHS. Front row, from left, Cheyanne Klatt, Mackenzie Miller, Callie Smith, Samantha Cuz, Kathleen Bumatay, Kristine Miller, Madison Garling, Mari Lemieux. Middle row, from left, Lily Rinas, Cadence Amosah, Nicholas Muir, Loek Armstrong, Dylan Frey, JayDee Van Rooyen, Kianah Dyer, Alyssa Rejano. Back row, from left, Kaiden Brock, Spencer Copeland, Xander Gervais, Nicholas Hustins, Kross, Kylan Pierce, Emerson Peet, Ethan Junk. Photo by Starr Mercer Photography