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February 2, 2022
The Roaring Game Makes a Comeback in Andrew Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The roaring game made a comeback in the community of Andrew on January 20 when members of the Andrew Curling Club took to the ice to enjoy the inaugural game of the 2022 season. The return of the sport of curling was welcomed by members who have been sidelined because of COVID-19 restrictions for the past two years. “Due to Covid we have not been operational since the 20192020 season,” said Treasurer Brianne Kozakewich. She went on to say, “Current COVID-19 guidelines have affected our numbers and it’s possible that the downtime has potentially decreased community interest in the sport. However, it seems we have persevered as this season we have eight teams for our league. We had decided we would operate with a minimum of six teams, so having eight is great for us! The Andrew Curling Club originally ran from 1951 to 2012. It was restarted again in 2017 due to renewed community interest. A few of our members were curling in leagues in the sur-
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Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville 4630 - 49 St. Vegreville. Ph: 780-632-2624. Hall/Room Rentals; Catering; Floor Curling; Pool Tables; Entertainment; Canasta; Whist. Birthday Club Breakfast 4th Sunday of the month. Jam With Us every 4th Friday of the month. A FUN PLACE FOR SENIORS FAMILIES & FRIENDS. New members 50+ welcome. Alberta Health Services ALBERTA HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-314-6997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre (5318-50 Street) Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open every two weeks by appointment from 10am – noon. Phone 780-632-6002 or email: vegfoodbank93@gmail.com Vegreville Rotary Peace Park Bookings please call Vegreville News Advertiser 780-632-2861.
Oil Wives Club of Vegreville. A smile. A handclasp. A word of welcome. Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around or over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-6324922 for more information. Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare). Please visit the Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare) this summer to see its latest exhibit, “Peter Lipinski: Large and Small Canvases,” along with an ongoing display devoted to Bp. Budka in Canada. The museum is open Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm and weekends, July and August, 1-5pm. HEADS UP for AA Meets at Vegreville Sunshine Club 4630 - 49 St. every Monday at 8:00 PM.
Alanon New Beginning Meeting Contact 780275-0054.
Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Tuesday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St., Vegreville. For more information contact Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418. Every Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7:00pm. Contact Geoff 780-632-1432
Main Photo: Pictured from L-R: Bar Manager Brice Andrychuk, Vice President Brylan Kolotylo, President Chris Shandro and Treasurer Brianne Kozakewich. Missing from the photo is Secretary Kaitlin Kolotylo. Inset: Chris Shandro keeps an eye on his shot. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
rounding area and we kept thinking that we could get the Andrew club running again. Many of us watched our parents play in the Andrew rink and even played there ourselves as kids. There are many fond memories attached to our rink.” Chris Shandro, has been the President of the Andrew Curling Club since its revival a several years ago. He credits the continuation of the club to the volunteers, members and sponsors who have supported the club throughout the years. “The members of our club have been dedicated to the community and the curling rink for many years. We want to continue to grow community spirit and sportsmanship within our small community. Curling
12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933. Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Deen 780-603-6090
12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933.
Vegreville Regional Museum. Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. vegrevillemuseum.ca (780) 632-7650 How Disciples live Bible study and workshops. We meet every Friday night at The Rock 501450 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780-632-2933.
Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780-6327729 or 780-632-3495. Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August. Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm. Contact George Childs at 780-6326406. For Hall rentals contact Stacey at 780632-7810. Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish & Game Association) Meetings every 1st Thursday of the month at 5121 - 50 St. Vegreville. Please check our website VWF.ca Email: vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com
“Women’s Book Club” meets first Thursday of each month at 6:30pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library. Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday of most months at the Vegreville Ag. Society building, 4753 45 Ave. at 6:30 p.m. President – Diana Ashton 780-984-9190.
is much more than just a sport, there have been friendships forged and a strong sense of community found within our little club.” Mavin Kolotylo has been curling for many years and said she is very proud of the next generation who have stepped up and taken over operations of the club. She loves the camaraderie and being back out on the ice. “We’re not here to win. We’re here to have fun,” said Kolotylo jokingly. Alexandra Mutton is a newcomer to the sport. “I only curled once before in 2019 during a team building event in Edmonton.” Her advice to anyone who hasn’t tried the sport of curling is, “Just go for it. It’s a lot of fun.”
Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday.
Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Meetings held in Senior Sunshine Club – 4630 – 49 Street at 2:00 p.m. Call Yvette 780-632-3019
VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English). Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program. Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780-632-7920 for more information.
Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893
Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last Tuesday of each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room. Everyone Welcome.
Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10-11am at the Vegreville Centennial Library Gymnasium 4709-50 St, Contact Fred 780-632-3850 or George 780632-6457
The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 632- 7070. Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services, community funded agency - 4809 - 50 St. Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Outpatient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling and concurrent disorders. Office Hrs. – Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone 780-632-6617.
The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Ag Society Office. New members are always welcome! Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and be active in the community. For more information, please call Danielle at 780690-0638. Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi-Purpose Room 7:30 p.m. Wednesday nights.
VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills. Phone: 632-7920 for interviews. Senior Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club. 55+. Call 780-632-2624
AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact 780-656-5829
AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Join us at the Mundare Drop-In Centre every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm for floor curling, and every Thursday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for Coffee Talk. Royal Canadian Legion Vegreville Branch #39 General Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of September, November, December, February and June at 7:00pm. All members welcome to attend.
