Oyen and District Seniors Report for October
SUBMITTED BY BETH SYMES
Ten seniors gathered at 6 p.m. on Oct. 8 for a potluck supper featuring a variety of salads and desserts. We gathered in front of the large TV screen to watch the final game between the Blue Jays and the Yankees in the last game of their playoff series. One more person joined us for the meeting. The TV was muted at 7:05 p.m. to begin the annual meeting. Old business was discussed after the minutes and financial reports were presented. Three grant applications have been filed and confirmed.
Updates were provided on various activities at the Seniors Hall. The first Fun Night of the fall season was held on Sept. 26 and was attended by seven people. Many of the usual attendees were away, but those who attended enjoyed an evening of cribbage, socializing, and snacking. Floor curling started the week following the meeting, on Oct. 15, with one game in the first draw and two games in the second draw. No pickleball has been played in the hall during the summer or fall, as outdoor facilities have been used.
Cheryl Getz is using the hall on the second, third, and fourth Tuesdays of the month for crafting. She held her first session on Oct. 14, with about eight ladies attending and several signing up as members of the Seniors Association. Participants engaged in a variety of activities, including diamond art, machine sewing, hand sewing, and arranging photo albums on a computer, all while seated to encourage socializing.
The annual Christmas banquet, hosted by the Oyen and District Seniors in collaboration with a junior hockey team as a fundraiser, will take place at the Oyen and District Seniors Centre on Dec. 10 at 6 p.m.
Tickets must be purchased in advance from Jessie Battrum at 403-664-2515. They are $25 per plate. No tickets are sold at the door, and the dinner usually sells out quickly, so contact Jessie early if you plan to attend.
Following the discussion of old business, new business was addressed, mainly involving the confirmation of directors and the election of officers. Three-year directors are Shirley Parks and Myrna Smigelski. Two-year directors are Heather White and Rolly Willick. One-year directors are Lorraine Guckert and Betty Walker. Officers are: President – Lynda Grudecki; Vice-President – Shirley Foot; Secretary – Beth Symes; Treasurer – Sherry Bamber. Rentals will continue to be managed by Jessie Battrum. Food committee and kitchen supplies – Marilyn Kroker. Maintenance – Dave Grudecki. Reporter – Beth Symes. Phoning – Jessie Battrum and Beth Symes.
After naming the directors and executive, Kyna reported on the Memorial Book and demonstrated the work she had completed. Beth collected memberships, which remain at $20 and allow participation in any of the hall’s activities. Please consider joining this organization, as new members are always welcome.