Barrel Racing Becomes Regular Feature in Park
Major Projects Underway in Park
Many have noticed the removal of the aging rink boards under the Premier Tech Multiplex as the project moves forward to replace them with a new improved system.
Additionally, the Richer Community Club is preparing to install a veterans’ memorial in the park by the front entrance pergola. A bronze plaque, exhibit and flag will be going up in the next couple of weeks.
Additionally, the long awaited time capsule will be sealed into the ground and the sponsorship board will also be completed.
Many people may have noticed that the rodeo arena is turning into a place for barrel racer to gather. Rebecca Penner and a small group of volunteers have regularly scheduled in barrel racing over the summer and have capped it off with their RC Fall 3D Series of events this fall. Their finals are scheduled in for early October.
Crib Club Corner
Richer’s Crib Club meets at the Young at Hearts Hall regularly.
23/24 Season
2nd Tuesday of the month
Starts at 7pm
$5 admission, no partner required Free coffee & snacks
You Can
At Crib!
The Richer Crib Club started their regular 23/24 season of biweekly tournaments on Tuesday, September 12 at the Young at Heart Hall with a full house! Winners for the evening were: tied for first place - Dianne Decosse and Dan Ross, in second place Leo Saltel, and Gayle Carriere came in third. Ida Chenier won the dimes for fourth place while Paul Laurin took the booby prize. There were two 50/50 draws and they were won by Stewart White and Gerry Sabot. It was great to see all our old friends!
On Tuesday, September 26 had a great turnout again! The winners of the evening were Rick Betts in first, Gayle Carriere in second and Stewart White in third. Roger Chenier took the dimes for fourth place and Lucy Richard got the booby prize. Wally Adair won the 50/50. Congratulations to all our winners!
Please note: Our next tournament will be on Wednesday October 11 for this time only due to a scheduling conflict. We will still be at the hall starting at 7 pm. If you enjoy playing cards and would like a fun evening out, this is for you! Entry fee is still just $5, no partner required and snacks and coffee are always free. Come on out and join us!
From The Pastor’s Desk... Two Chairs
By Pastor Ben Funk
It is amazing how we can learn from a variety of settings. The other day I was relaxing on my deck when I noticed two lone chairs in my backyard by the fire pit. They were uniquely placed in a semi circle as if two people had been sitting there and having a conversation. The two chairs were the reclining type, offering a relaxing posture. It looked like there had been a fire burning in front of them as they enjoyed each other’s company. A few days later I was driving in town when I noticed other homes also had
two chairs placed in a similar semi circle. Now, the chairs were not all the same style, but it did speak of a uniqueness of whoever had placed the chairs where they were. Have you ever wondered what the conversation may have been about when they were occupying those chairs? You see, sometimes conversations may not have any words at all, simply enjoying each others presence. All too often, in our noisy world, we loose the art of silence. The empty chairs in someone’s yard may speak of silence. Now I am all to aware of the often deafening of silence, but it need not be that way. Because in silence we can make ourselves open to
hear what God might want to whisper in our ear (I love you) that we would not otherwise hear. Those empty chairs speak of this silence that is blissful and invigorating to the soul. These times of silent reflection and meditation silences anxiety and stress. Sometimes those two chairs may be occupied by you and God. God has joined you in the chair next to you in silent conversation to offer you to offload from your busy life and give the weight to Him. (He does encourage us to cast all our cares on Him because He cares for us). Those two chairs are wonderful as we enjoy the company of One next to us redeeming us from our life of
busy. Can I recommend to take some time and spend some time with your significant other and reminisce about sweet nothings. Allow the soul to enjoy a time of ease in the cool of the evening air and a fire musically crackling in the background refreshing itself in the presence of God. This fall as we see the leaves fall from the trees tell God “Thank You for the life You have given.”
Pastor Ben, Richer Fellowship. If you are looking for a place of worship this fall and winter, we invite you to join us at “Richer Fellowship” at 50 Southeast Drive each Sunday at 10:30 AM. We are still Live Streaming each Sunday from 11:00 AM on YouTube @Richer Fellowship.
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Fall/Winter Workshops and Fun!
The Richer Recreation Committee has plans to create some fun and educational events over the next few months.
The first one, a Hunter Safety Course, was announced on the Richer Community Club Facebook page and was filled by participants in less than 18 hours.
According to the committee, they are hoping to host a babysitting course, possibly a PAL, ATV and Snowmobile Safety Course, some kids and family crafts events and more.
The concept is to hire presenters and subsidize the registration fee for residents of the RM of Ste. Anne. This will be done with some variation to make the $5,000 budgeted for these events last as long as possible.
Like and Follow the Richer Community Facebook page to ensure
you see the announcements early as registration could possibly fill up fast when they are posted.
Dawson Trail Museum
Celebrating Our Past.
On September 1 the Dawson Trail Museum welcomed a group of seniors from the Villa Youville. The group of 15 residents brought their own lunch, which was served on decorated tables with fine China. Following lunch they had a tour of the museum. Additionally, they listened to 1950’s music on a gramaphone where everyone had a great time reminiscing. Thank you for your visit and sharing your stories.
The Dawson Trail Art Tour took place on September 16 and 17 at the museum. This gave the artists and opportunity to display their talents and creations to everyone.
Basement project renovations are underway with Right on Renovations and Constructions. More details to come next month.
The museum fundraiser for the 50/50 tickets is SOLD OUT. The draw will take place at the Museum after our annual AGM meeting on October 14. Thank you, to everyone who supported us by purchasing tickets throughout the summer, and GOOD LUCK TO ALL. Thanks to Dan Guetre, for printing our tickets this year. All proceeds go towards the museum renovations.
Volunteering with the Dawson Trail Museum is an excellent way to network programs, events and shapes the future of the museum. If you are interested in giving of your time and talent, please Yvonne at yfontaine52@gmail.com or call 204 422 9369 for more information.
Parish Celebrates Harvest Mass
St. Boniface Archbishop Albert LaGatt along with Father Kevin Lereh from the Ste Anne Parish held a Harvest Festival Celebration Mass at the Richer Dawson Trail Park Premier Tech Multi-Plex at the park followed by a procession to the Museum Grotto. A lunch of stew and Bannock along with cake and ice cream was served to all. We thank Archbishop Albert LeGatt and Father Kevin Lereh, the musicians at the mass, violinist during the meal and to everyone who participated at this celebration.
Discover Our Past.
The Dawson Trail Museum hosted a group from the Ste. Anne Villa Youville recently.
Richer Métis Local Election has been called on October 10, 2023 at 6:30 at the Young at Heart Club Hall to fill our Executive Counsel 4-year term positions and is open to all Richer Local Citizens over the age of 18.
Richer Community Club & Richer Recreation Committee Meeting...
Wednesday, October 11, 7:30 pm at the Richer Young at Hearts Hall.
Dawson Trail Museum AGM will be held on Saturday, October 14th, at 1 pm and everyone is welcome. Right after AGM there will be a volunteer appreciation BBQ and the 50/50 draw.
Dinner and Dance... Richer Young at Heart Club Dinner and Dance Saturday, October 21 with live music from By Request Cost is $25 per person and dinner is at 6 pm. Music till 11 pm. Call Ron @ 431 275 0874 for tickets. Annual membership renewals ($5 for the year) can be done during the dinner and dance.
Halloween for Kids
Saturday, October 28 from 2-4 pm at the Richer Young at Hearts Hall. Sponsored by the Richer Recreation Committee. Fun for kids!! Treats, activities, costume contest, food and drinks!
Halloween Social! Saturday, October 28 from 9 pm to 1 am. Tickets only $10. Costume judging, 50/50, lunch served. Hosted by the Richer Recreation Committee and the Richer Fire Department. Proceeds go to the Brent Wery Memorial Bursary Fund.
Richer Community Club Chase the Ace Every Saturday at the Richer Inn. Starts at 5 pm to 7:45 pm. Current JACKPOT over $11,000! Tickets only $1 each.
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