Hockey Teams Provincial Bound

Hockey...hockey....hockey...
Seems to be lot's of that happening this time of year. There are a number of local teams that have entered into the battle for a Provincial Championship.

The Midget Boys continue their battle for the Provincial C Championship title. They defeated Odesa in round one by one point in a two game total point match-up. They are now set to take on the Redvers Rockets in round 2.

The Bantam Boys have played Game 1 of the two game total point series against Moosomin. They lead that series with a 1 goal lead as they head into Game 2.

The Peewee Boys have joined forces with the Redvers Rockets as they battle for the Provincial title. After Game 1 they trail that series by 4 goals and are set for Game 2 action this Friday in Redvers.

The Midget Girls will take on Assiniboia in Round 1 of Provincial Play later in February.

Good luck to all players and coaches.....and parents!

Easter Extraveganza

The Carnduff Community Daycare Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is once again planning their Easter Extravaganza Fundraiser. This year's event has been set for Sunday, March 14th. This is a fun family day geared towards the children with lot's of games and activities. Be sure to mark your calendars for this day and watch for more details around town!

Do you enjoy curling or even just watching?

The Curling rink is gearing up for the 2010 "Bonspiel Season"! This weekend is the annual Borderline/Southline Bonspiel with six rinks curling in the ladies and eight rinks curling in the mens. Curling kicks off Friday night at 6:00 with a ladies draw and 8:00 with a mens draw. There will be curling right through to Sunday. If you enjoy watching the sport, be sure to stop by the curling rink!

If you are interested in curling, be sure to check out one of the upcoming Bonspiels. For more information on all of them, please contact Ron, Rec Director, at 482-3431.
February 5-7 - Ladies Sweetheart Bonspiel
March 5-7 Oil Ladies Bonspiel
March 26-28 - Year End Open Mixed Bonspiel

Hope to see you at the curling rink!

Magnolia Flower Boutique Open for Business!

Magnolia Flower Boutique, owned and operated by Breck Harris is open for business! They specialize in floral arrangements and giftware. Open Tuesday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and are located in the previous Floral Expressions building. Be sure to take a moment to stop in and see Breck to help you with your floral and gift needs! Phone: 482-5227.

Bed & Breakfast Opens in Carnduff

We would like to extend a warm welcome and congratulations to one of the newest businesses in Carnduff. Orioles Paradise Bed & Breakfast has recently opened in Carnduff by local resident Jean Hanson. Orioles Paradise Bed & Breakfast is also a member of the Saskatchewan Bread & Breakfast Association.

Fitness Kickboxing Class to start Feb 1st

If the sport of kickboxing has been something that has interested you, you are in luck. There will be a fitness kickboxing class starting Feb 1st at the Dean Fraser Community Centre. For more information or to register, please contact Kim at 482-4010.

Walking Path Organizational Meeting

An organizational meeting has been set for the new community walking path project. If you are interested in being a part of this steering committee, please join us for a meeting on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH at 7:00 at the Dean Fraser Community Centre!

Work Begins on New Health Clinic

Wow, what a great week it has been already. Not only are we seeing absolutely beautiful weather this week (+1 as I am writing this) but also some exciting construction happening in town this week. The earth work has began for the new Health Clinic. Included is a picture from the initial work that is being done.

Carnduff Integrated Branch Library

Our office was just forwarded some information on a contest that I Library currently has running. I thought it would be great to share this with everyone!

Carnduff Integrated Branch Library Presents:

"WINTER READ TO KEEP WARM"

Check out a book and enter your name to win a prize!

Contest Runs: January 4th - March 13th

Adult Prizes:

1st - 2 tickets to the Community Theatre & two pop and one large popcorn

2nd - $10.00 Subway Gift Card

Child Prizes:

1st - 2 tickets to the Community Theatre & two pop and two small popcorn

2nd - $10.00 School Canteen Certificate

~ Contest Open to ALL Southeast Library Patrons~

Welcome to 2010!

Wow, we are now into 2010 and what is promising to be another busy year in our community!

First off I would like to take a moment to reflect on a couple of the exciting moments and highlights of 2009. We had the building a number of commercial buildings including shops by Southline Inspections, JP Plumbing & Heating and Bill Smith Construction. We also had the completion of services to 6th Street West which means an addition of 12 residential lots. Phase 1 of the Carnduff Swimming Pool Project was completed meaning an addition of the fantastic toddler pool. We hosted a number of events including a couple of Provincial Ball Tournaments, True Grit Team Roping and a well attended Street Dance. CTV Broadcast Live the News at 6 from our Memorial Park in September as part of their Home Town Tour! We also had a number of businesses celebrate big anniversaries. Unfortunately North American Lumber experienced a bump in the road with a fire that devastated parts of the building, but on the positive side, they are in the process of rebuilding those areas. Those are just a few of the highlights from the past year that come to mind when thinking about 2009!

Onto 2010....what will it bring?
The Town of Carnduff & R.M. of Mount Pleasant have signed the contract for a new Health Clinic that will be located at Borderline Housing. Doors are to open in 2010! Following the opening of the Health Clinic, there will once again be dental services offered to our community under the direction of Dr. Cameron Croll. Fundraising continues for the construction of Phase 2 of the Swimming Pool which will include the reconstruction of the main pool.
An upgrade to the water treatment plant is also in the works for this year.
There are also a number of annual events that will once again take place this year including:
Carnduff & District Music & Arts Festival - March 8-11
Carnduff & District Music & Arts Festival Highlights Concert - March 15
Country Classic Craft show - April 24
Annual July 1st Celebration - July 1
True Grit Team Roping & Barrel Racing - September 18-20
Country Christmas KickOff - November 18th
I am confident there will also be a number of other highlights as we move through 2010!

Wishing all of you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2010!