Simple Pleasures in Fall

Jessica Hay enjoying a picnic with her children Gene and Nikolas at the Elks/Kinsmen Park.

Tranquil Setting

Several deer and geese were spending time in a field near the Village of Myrnam Tuesday evening (Sept. 20). In the background is the Myrnam grain elevator.

123 Cook With Me

Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent

Nine children were able to engage in making biscuits at the The Community Association for Lasting Success (CALS) 123 Cook With Me session at the Vegreville Preschool Building on Sept. 29.

Family Literacy Coordinator Erika Trufyn and Family Literacy Facilitator Sarah Decoste presented this program.

Erika Trufyn and Sarah Decoste read a story to the children.

Trufyn explained, “123 Cook with Me is our cooking program and it focuses on numeracy and literacy through being in the kitchen together as a family. Cooking, baking or sharing a meal together is a wonderful way to incorporate learning development and build on adult/caregivers skills as well as modelling learning for children.

During our programs we follow a recipe and make a group snack. At the September 29’s session we were making biscuits where families were able to give their own twist by adding vegetables, cheese and meat to their bread. We participate in songs, and activities and share the snack together. Our hope is while having a snack, families are able to engage together and make new connections within the community.”

Stay and Play Cultural Day

Rosanne Fortier News - Correspondent

Kalyna Family Resource Network-Vegreville and Area presented their special themed Stay and Play Cultural Day program on September 29.

Yuliia Kalutska, Hub Facilitator Kalyna FRN, said, “It was a wonderful event with five children and three caregivers in attendance. The eye masks were designed to represent various cultures, allowing children and caregivers to explore and appreciate the diversity of our community. The main goal of hosting this program was to create a fun and educational space where families could bond, learn, and celebrate different cultures together.

Children make facemasks with KFRN professionals and their caregivers’ assistance.

We believe that fostering an understanding of cultural diversity from a young age helps promote empathy, inclusivity, and open-mindedness in our community. We look forward to hosting more engaging events like these in the future!”

North Pointe Community Church Launch Sunday

Brendon Grovet and Eric Chomyk helping with the barbeque.

Rosanne Fortier - News Correspondent

North Pointe Community Church in Vegreville invited everyone to attend their Launch Sunday Free BBQ on September 24.

There were also games and bouncy houses for the kids to play in.

It was noted on their webpage that this event was meant to celebrate the start of the programs and services at this church, as well as, the beginning of another year being used by God to reach their community for Jesus.