The Source @ itcomputes opening Saturdays!!!

The Source @ itcomputes will be open on Saturdays! Starting Saturday, January 7th. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to serve you better.

Carnduff Community Daycare is looking for Art Supplies

Carnduff Community Daycare
Art Supply Wish List

If you have any of the following art supplies which you would be willing to donate to the Carnduf Community Daycare, they can be dropped off at the daycare, 301 - 4th Street East, Carnduff. All donations are gratefully appreciated.

§ Pom Poms
§ Glitter
§ Glue Sticks
§ Liquid Glue
§ Pipe Cleaners
§ Buttons – All shapes and sizes
§ Felt
§ Tissue Paper
§ Jars – any size from baby food up
§ Specialty creamer bottles
§ Small boxes
§ Newspaper
§ Old decks of cards
§ Old puzzles
§ Envelopes
§ Bristol Board
§ Cotton Balls
§ Googly Eyes
§ Craft Wire
§ Bright colored construction paper
§ Colored printer paper
§ Scrapbooks/photo albums for pictures
§ Stamps and ink pads
§ Sharpie markers – all colors
§ Window writers

Successful Staffing Informative Workhop

There are still spaces open for the Successful Staffing workshop to be held at the Carnduff Legion in the afternoon of Thursday, November 24th.

This session will be interactive, informative and focus on the questions that business managers have about employee recruitment and retention. Job advertising, interview questions, conflict resolution, immigrant worker resources and much more will be discussed. Session facilitator, Stacy Brownridge of Hire Yield HR Solutions, has extensive experience in this area and her practical tools and tips will ensure you get the most from this session.

Also in attendance: representatives from Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) and the Newcomer Settlement office. They will answer your questions about hiring immigrant workers and their services to help these newcomers settle in southeast Saskatchewan.

This is a great opportunity for businesses in area, as the afternoon workshop will take place right in Carnduff. The Town of Carnduff and RM #2, Community Futures Sunrise, and Can-Sask Career and Employment Services have partnered to bring this event to your community.

For more information and to register, plese contact Maxine at the Economic Development Office at 482.3503 or by email at carnduff.edo@sasktel.net.

Chili Cook-Off at Carnduff Country Christmas - Thursday, November 17, 2011

Have a great recipe for chili? One that curls the toes and makes grown men cry? Well then, get out your spices, hone up on your recipe and be ready for competition because the cook-off is on again! The chili will be judged on presentation as well as aroma and taste. There will be cash prizes again this year for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. You may represent yourself as an individual or on behalf of your business/organization giving you a promotional opportunity. We encourage all that wish to particpate, to register with Cheryl Ann Shaw at 482.5244 or c.a.shaw@sasktel.net. After being judged, the chili will be for sale at the CE building, St. Andrews United Church at 4:30 p.m.

Market Days - December 17, 2011

Just got word that there will be eighteen vendors at the Carnduff Country Christmas Market Days! What a great opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done! There will be a baking table and perogies along with Party Lite, Stampin' Up, Arbonne, Avon, Scenstsy, Pampered Chef, Signature Home Products, Epicure, Norwax, various Saskatoon berry products, Alpac socks, sweaters & vests, and Sunset Haven will be there with homemade items, the Oxbow Village Quilters will be selling tickets on a quilt raffle and the Carnduff History books will be for sale and a gentleman will have a table with residential sales info.

Women's Fitness Center

Did you know that the Women's Fitness Center is open?

Hours of operation are 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Monday to Friday at the Dean Fraser Center. You are welcome to use the facility as many times that you wish during the hours of operation.

Fees are as follows:
3 months $75.00
6 months $150.00
Annually $300.00
Please pay Ron at the Rec Office at your earliest convenience.

If there are any problems, please contact Ron at the Rec Office as there is no one to manage the center on a regular basis.

Welcome and great exercising.

Carnduff Country Christmas

The Carnduff & District Business Organization is once again pleased to present Carnduff Country Christmas on Thursday, November 17th.

Late night shopping until 7 p.m.

Market Days @ CE Building from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Free Movie @ theatre at 4 p.m.

Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus @ Sprectra CU at 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Cost $5, extra prints available for an additional cost.

Ping Pong Drop in front of Spencer's Foods at 5:45 p.m. for the younger children.

Annual Chili Cook-Off - call Cheryl Ann Shaw at 482-5244 to register. Chili will be available for sale at the CE Building at 4:30 p.m.

Hot Dogs for sale at the Friendship Centre sponsored by the Ag Society.

Free hot chocolate at BMO Bank of Montreal.

Santa's Workshop - All children are invited to stop in and create a present for a loved one; 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Zaanti Relaxation Spa (former Curves building on Broadway).

Window Decorating - Thanks to the Carnduff Education Complex Grade 9 class for the artistic decor in many local business windows.

Presentations and Lighting of the tree at 7 p.m. on Broadway Street. Winners of Chili Cook-off to be announced and draws will be made for the Christmas baskets.

Be sure to come out and support our local businesses.

Quality of Life Survey

We need you!

The Town and RM want to collect information from you so they know what they should do to make Carnduff the best possible place to live. We are interested in hearing from you no matter how long you have lived here and no matter what you do for a living. The information will help us learn what life is like for you here. We want to know what we are doing right and where we can improve.

The survey will run until Monday, October 31, 2011. Surveys can be assessed on the Town of Carnduff website, www.carnduff.ca, or can be picked up at the Town Office.

If you have any questions, need assistance with the survey or need a survey dropped off, please call Maxine at 482-3503 or by email at carnduff.edo@sasktel.net or send a message on the Town of Carnduff facebook page.

Ah! The forgotten joy of a soaring kite...

Come out and join the Carnduff and District Business Organization for an afternoon of kite making and flying.

Saturday, October 1st, we will meet at the CE building St. Andrew's United Church to make our kites and then go to the school and fly them. Hot chocolate and cookies willl be available following the kite flying.

We will have the supplies to build your kites, however if you wish you may bring further supplies to decorate your kite.

REGISTRATION IS A MUST to ensure tht we have adequate supplies. To register, please call Maxine at the Economic Development Office at 482-3503 or by email at carnduff.edo@sasktel.net or Marcia at Marcia.Greenwook@sprectracu.org. Registration deadline is Friday, September 23rd, 2011.

THIS EVENT IS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY because no one is ever too old or too young to have their spirits soar with the colourful kites.

Carnduff Community Daycare requires a Casual Cook

The Carnduff Community Daycare is looking for a Casual Cook staff member available to start immediately. This position would involve call-in when the full-time cook is unable to work and also to fill a 12 t0 18 week leave of absence position starting September 26th, 2011. Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are unable to work a 5-day week, we may be willing to work with you. Applicants for this position must possess reliability, confidentially, positive attitude, and patience. The ability to work as part of a team is also an essential attribute.

Wage levels can be discussed upon receiving an application.

Criminal Record Check as well as a TB test are required.

Please mail resume to Kelly Swayze at the Town of Carnduff, Box 100, Carnduff, SK S0C 0S0, fax # 306-482-3459 or email to carnduffdaycare@sasktel.net.

Carnduff Community Daycare is a service that we are offering to you the community. We are only as strong as you are.

Sears Catalogue outlet has moved...

Effective as of Monday, August 31, 2011 to pick up your Sears catalogue order, you will need to go to Magnolia Flower Boutique on Broadway. Breck and Kurt have taken over the business. Good luck to you. Thanks to Gail and Kevin for thirty years of Sears business.

Carnduff Ag Society True Grit Ranch Rodeo & Team Roping

Saturday and Sunday, August 27th & 28th
10:00 a.m. - Round Robin Team Roping - 2 day event
2:00 p.m. - Ranch Rodeo - 2 day event

Food Booth and Beer Gardens (opens at 1 p.m.) on grounds all weekend.

On Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 3 p.m. - Fun Zone for kids; 6 p.m. - Supper and calcutta; 9 p.m. - Cabaret in the rink featuring Ten Mile High out of Oxbow.

Come out and enjoy the day. The Round Robin Team Roping has 400 runs total. The Ranch Rodeo consists of 5 events - calf branding, trailer relay, pasture doctoring, trailer loading and wild cow milking (now I want to see that!)

Admission: Adults $10 for the weekend or $7/day; 12 & under $3; preschoolers are free.

Contract Opportunity - Contract Management Services

The Carnduff Housing Authority is accepting expressions of interest for Contract Management Services. The contractor is responsible for the overall management of the portfolio including the following services:
- Application management;
- Tenant leasing and tenant management;
- Rent collections, including arrears and other charges;
- Income verification and rent calculations;
- Supervising and coordinating caretaking and maintenance services;
- Preparing scopes of work, obtaining quotes for work administrating contracts;
- Preparing payment vouchers;
- Completing inspections;
- Preparing budgets and monitoring financial results;
- Preparing reports and recommendations to the Board of Directors;
- All general administrative duties;
- Attend Board Meetings, Commitee meetings and training sessions.

The contract requires working knowledge and experience in general administration and financial management. The Contractor must have excellent written and verbal skills and be able to work cooperatively with individuals and groups of varying backgrounds. A high degree of discretion and confidentiality is required.

Deadline for bid applications or expressions of interest is August 11, 2011. Please include references with phone numbers.

Carnduff Housing Authority
Box 57
Carnduff, Saskatchewan S0C 0S0
Attention: Board Chairman Grant Matthewson

Congratulations to a Carnduff Bowler

Rita Jacob was a member of the Saskatchewan Masters Teaching team at the National Championships which were held in Gatineau, Quebec from June 29th to July 2nd. The team brought home the Bronze metal. Way to go Rita! Congratulations to you and your teammates.

Cotton Candy will be at Canada Day

Latest news flash - Once again Angie from Westend Convenience Store will be at Memorial Park on July 1st with cotton candy! I know that I am very happy. What's an outdoor celebration without cotton candy?

Carnduff Canada Day Celebration

Come join us at the Memorial Park on July 1st.

Schedule of events:
11:00 - 12:30: Pancake Breakfast
12:30 - all afternoon: Bouncers and games for kids
12:00 - 3.:2nd Annual Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
12:30 - 5: SGI Safety Squad
1:00 - Bingo
1:30 - Concession Stand opens
2:00 Beer Gardens open
2:00 Live Entertainment with Bob Hancock
2:30 Judging ot Homemade Pie Contest
3:00 Birthdy Cake nd Goody Bags
4:00 2nd Annual Tractor Pull
4:30 - 6:00 Cold Plate Supper
7:00 Presentations
Dusk FIREWORKS

Free Swimming 1:00 - 5:00 & 6:00 - 8:00

Carnduff Integrated Branch Library - New Summer Hours

Effective Monday, June 27th are as follows:
Monday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Thursday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. - noon
Saturday closed

Lose yourself in a good book this summer!

URGENT

Please note the bridge south of Carnduff of Primary Weight Corridor West by Terry MacFarlane's is closed. No travel is advised.

Provincial Disaster Assistance Program

R.M. #2 Mount Pleasant has been accepted for the Provincial Disaster Assistance Program for livestock and property. Please drop by the R.M. office to pick up forms.

COFFEEHOUSE sponsored by St. Andrew's Holey Soles

You are invited to attend the 'come and go' fundraiser for Relay for Life being held on Sunday, June 12th @ 7 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church CE Building. Come out to support this worthwhile cause and enjoy a cup of coffee and some awesome talent. Admission is by donation.

Carnduff Detachment 16th Annual Golf Classic

Texas Scramble - teams of four "best ball" being held at the Moose Creek Golf Club, Oxbow, Saskatchewan on Friday, June 17th, 2011. Siren Start at 10:00 a.m.

Cost: $60 which includes 18 holes of golf, steak supper & prizes

Deadline for registration is June 10th, 2011 for first 80 golfers.
Please register on tournament day by 9:30 a.m.

Lunch provided on course courtesy of SITE GCCL.

Call Carnduff Detachment at (306)482-4400 to enter.

See you there!

Limited number of carts available, please book prior to tournament.
$5.00 per vehicle park entry fee, not included in registration cost. (Door Prize Draw for those paying the park entry fee).

Dolly Sue's Greenhouse is now open!

Congratulations go out to Susan and staff on the opening of Dolly Sue's Greenhouse (The Country Dollhouse). Regular hours are operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday and on Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Registration Night for Swimming Lessons

Registration night for swimming lessons is Monday, May 30th at 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Lessons are scheduled for June 13 - 25; July 18 - 29 and August 8 - 19. Private lessons will be July 11 - 15.

Please call Lizann at the pool, 482-3991.

Heart and Stroke Big Bike - cancelled

The Heart and Stroke Big Bike Ride scheduled for May 27th has been cancelled. They were not able to get enough riders to sign up this year. Thanks go out to Tara and Jamie for the time they put into trying to get this event up and rolling. Please remember for next year. The ride is usually the 4th Friday in May.

Carnduff Golf Course and Clubhouse

Though sky is overcast and the day is wet, I just wanted to tell you that the Carnduff Golf Course along with the clubhouse is open for business!!

Memberships are available for sale. Contact Sherry at 482-3919 and get swinging.

Junor Golf Program starts May 16th

May & June:
Mondays & Thursdays: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
July: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost $35.00 per child
Please register by May 16 at the Rec Office, 482-3431
e-mail: carnduff.recboard@sasktel.net

PROVINCE INVESTS $6 MILLION TO INCREASE HOUSING SUPPLY IN SASKATCHEWAN

Social Services Minister and Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Housing announced on April 21st the creation of a $6 million Summitt Action fund to help increase housing supply cross the province. This investment will make it possible for stakeholders to come forward and propose creative solutions that are not currently covered by existing housing programs, facilitating innovation in the housing sector.

"The development of the Summit Action Fund further demonstrates that our government is prepared to act on ideas that come from the Housing Summit and provide money to support them," Draude said. "This fund aligns directly with our innovation agenda and supports a secure and properous Saskatchewan, further promoting the Saskatchewan Advantage. Most importantly, it means that more housing will be created to meet the variety of housing needs in Saskatchewan communities."

The Summit Action Fund will provide the government, through Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC), with a tool to drive creative, flexible approaches and innovation in the housing sector. The fund will:

• Enable development of housing supply to address increasing demand;


• Provide a source of additional support for creative solutions across the housing continuum, from low-income rental developments to homeownership opportunities;


• Encourage private sector investments;


• Stimulate new innovations in design, financing and partnerships; and


• Complement and not duplicate existing programs.

For more information, contact:Linda Saliken, Social Services, Regina 306-787-0246

Thank you

Thank you is extended to CanElson Drilling and Mike Smith, Vice President of Operations and General Manager for CanElson Drilling Inc. Saskatchewan for the generous donations to Carnduff Swimming Pool of $25,000 and to Borderline Housing project of $25,000. It is marvellous to see that even though the operation of CanElson has moved out of Carnduff, the support for our community is there. Big Kudoes!

Congratulations - Zaanti Relaxation Spa

Congratulations are extended to Jamie Powell on the opening of one of Carnduff's newest businesses - Zaanti Relaxation Spa. Zaanti - inner peace, tranquilty, bliss, happiness, comfort, peace of mind!

To experience this, contact Jamie at 482-8013 or zaanti_spa@ hotmail.com. Zaanti is located behind Creative Cuts.

For more information check out the web site at www.zaatirelaxationspa.com

Motorcycle Training

Just to let you know that there will be a motorcylce training session in Estevan on May 13th. For more information and to register, call 1-866-999-7372

Easter Extravaganza

Carnduff Community Daycare PAC presents Easter Extravaganza on Sunday, April 17th at the Dean Fraser Community Centre from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission to the event is by donation with all proceeds going to the purchase of 'extras' for the daycare. Hot dogs! Cupcakes! Fishpond! Bouncy Castle! Colouring Station! Treasure Dig! Cupcake Walk! Chinese auction & lots more!

Waste Disposal Site Hours

Landfill operations will change to summer hours effective April 18th, 2011. Hours of operation will be: Tuesday & Thursday: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 12 noon & 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Town of Carnduff is again pleased to offer "Spring Clean Up Week" from May 2nd to May 7th, 2011 for residents of the Town of Carnduff and R.M. of Mount Pleasant #2. Spring Clean Up Hours - Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. - noon & 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Please note the spring yard clean up does not apply to construction materials/wastes, used tires, oilfield materials, etc. The site will be monitored to ensure materials are placed in proper places.

MINISTER DRAUDE ANNOUNCES AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN

Social Services Minister June Draude announced details today (March 28th, 2011) of a five-point action plan to add at least 4,600 new housing units over the next five years and make it easier for Saskatchewan people with modest incomes to purchase new homes. Total investments in housing from these five initiatives over the next five years will be more than $252 million. The five housing initiatives outlined in the Saskatchewan Advantage Housing Plan include:

• Headstart On A Home


• The Affordable Home Ownersjp Program


• Rental Construction Incentive


• $34 Million Investment in Rental Housing


• Habitat for Humanity Partnership

For more information on the housing action plan and new housing programs, visit Social Services' website at www.socialservices.gov.sk.ca/housing or call Linda Saliken 306-787-0246

Market Days - 2011

Market Days will be held at St. Andrew's United Church in the CE building on the following Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: May 6th, June 10th, July 8th, August 12th, September 9th, October 14th, November 4th, December 2nd. Market Days are a fundraiser for St. Andrew's United Church. You will find crafts, home baking, vegetables, sewing and home sale items such as Avon, Mary Kay, Epicure spices, Norweck, Watkins, partylite, lines of clothing and much more. They also have yardsale tables where they sale items that have been donated. In the morning they have coffee and a cookie for sale and in the afternoon, you will be able to purchase soup, sandwich and a dessert.

Space for Lease

Located on the 300 block of 4th Street East in the Dean Fraser Community Centre. Each space is approximately 850 square feet. Lease rates include the services of water, sewer, power, energy. for more information, please contact the Town Hall at 482-3300 or the Economic Development Office at 482-3503.

Parcel of Land for Sale

The Town of Carnduff has a parcel of land in the industrial area for sale. Area: 0.748 hectares (1.86 acres). Please contact the Town Hall at 482-3300 or the Economic Development Office at 482-3503 for more information. Please refer to (Parcel L) Plan 10915557 Ext 0.

Carnduff Ladies Night Out - "Nerd Night"

Saturday, May 7th at Carnduff Legion Hall. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Bar opens at 6:00 p.m. Supper served at 7:00 p.m. Entertainment: Chester McBain and William Wilson (Comedian/Magician) Tickets $25 each and are available from all fundraiser reps of Minor Sports Ball

Second Hand Rose Boutique Clothing Sale

Join the UCW at St. Andrew's CE building for good shopping, good friends & good food! Thursday, April 14th 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Dessert & beverages Friday, April 15th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Coffee & sandwiches Saturday, April 16th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - Salad Bar - 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Please leave your donations of spring and summer clothes at the church Monday, April 11th to Thursday morning, April 14th.

Country Classic Craft Show

Saturday, April 30th, 2011 at the Carnduff Centennial Arena from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Don't miss this, the 10th annual Country Classic Craft Show!

Whether you are looking for a gift or something for yourself, you are sure to be impressed with the fabulous crafts.

For more information, call Charlene at (306) 482-3818 or email town.carnduff2@sasktel.net

Highlights Concert

2011 Carnduff & District Music Festival will be featuring some of the best performances from the festival in a Highlights Concert on April 4, 2011 at the Carnduff Legion Hall at 7:00 p.m. Presentation of festival scholarships and awards will also take place at this time. All are welcome to attend. Admission: Adults - $5.00 Students - $2.00 Performers - free

Carnduff & District Music Festival

The 52nd Carnduff and District Music Festival, Express Yourself, Inspire Others, will be held from March 27th to March 31st at the Carnduff Legion Hall.

Schedule:
Sunday, March 27 - 1:00 p.m. - Piano; 7:00 p.m. - Piano
Monday, March 28 - 9:00 a.m. - Piano; 1:00 p.m. - Piano; 7 p.m. - Piano
Tuesday, March 29 - 1:00 p.m. - Piano; 7:00 p.m. - Piano
Wednesday, March 30 - 9:00 a.m. - Piano; 1:00 p.m. - Vocal; 7:00 p.m. - Instruments
Thursday, March 31 - 9:15 a.m. - Speech Arts; 1:00 p.m. - Vocal; 7:00 p.m. - Vocal

Carnduff Minor Sports

Carnduff Minor Sports will be holding their Spring Meeting and Ball & Soccer Registration on Thursday, March 24th at the Carnduff Arena at 7:00 p.m.

If you have a child that is three years of age or older and is considering playing ball, it is imperative that you attend this meeting. Due to team sizes, if you do not register your child at this meeting, there will be a penalty.

New this year - Soccer! If there is enough interest shown, soccer may be added. You must register your child at the March 24th meeting.

Carnduff Business Luncheon

Mark April 20th on your calendar and plan to attend the Carnduff Business Luncheon at the Carnduff Curling rink from noon to 1:15 p.m.

Keeping the Good Ones, is a short DVD presentation by Sunrise Futures Development Corporation. With a practical approach that is both humorous and insightful, this presentation provides the basis for enriching communications and productivity at work.

Enhancing workplace morale will not only provide an enjoyable work environment for employers, it is sure to affect the company's bottom line. Happy employees will work hard to keep satisfied customers coming back.

There will be no charge to attend, but registration is required. Reserve your seat by April 14th by calling Maxine at 482-3503.

Come for the networking opportunities, business presentation and a great lunch!

We now have a facebook page!

Town of Carnduff now has a facebook page. Check it out and become a friend. Share your pictures.

Beef Supper

Please come out and enjoy a beef supper served by the men of St. Andrew's United Church on Sunday, April 10th from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The supper will be held in the CE building.

Ladies, be sure to bring your friends and enjoy this opportunity of being waited on by men!

Soup & Sandwich

Come out for soup and sandwich on April 13th from 11:30 a.m. t0 1:00 p.m. at Sunset Haven. Enjoy a relaxing lunch with family and friends.

Please not the change of date as it was advertised in the Carnduff and District Business Organization as April 6th.

St. Patrick's Day Supper

You are invited to a turkey dinner at the C.E Building on Sunday, March 20, 2011 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

14 & over: $10.00
13 & under: $7.00
Preschoolers: $3.00

Proceeds are going to the Carnduff Centennial Arena. Come out and support your community and have a fantastic meal.

Royal Canadian Legion Carnduff Branch presents...

Garnet and the Classics (formerly known as Moxie Blue) on Friday, March 18, 2011, 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. in the Legion Lounge. Put on your dancing shoes and come out and enjoy a night of music ranging from Easy Listening to Classic Rock, Rhythm & Blues and Country.

Opening in early May

Dolly Sues Greenhouse (formerly the Country Doll House) willing be opening in early May for your planting needs.

Carnduff & District Music & Arts Festival Strawberry Tea

The Carnduff & District Music & Arts Festival Committee invites you to attend their annual Strawberry Tea on Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Carnduff Legion. Join them for an afternoon of great local talent and sweet treats. Free will offering at the door.

Carnduff Ice Show

Please make plans to attend the Carnduff Ice Show which is scheduled for Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Carnduff Centennial Area. The theme of this year's spectacular show is " To Picks of 2010".

So come out and delight in the entertaining production and enjoy the exhibition of Carnduff and areas' elite and talented ice skaters.

Shrove Tuesday pancake supper

You are invited to attend St. Andrew's United Church Shrove Tuesday pancake supper on Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the C.E. building. Free will offering.

The name shrove comes from the old word shrive which means to confess. At one time it was customary to attend church on the Tuesday before Lent to confess your sins so the season of Lent could be enterd into properly. Some people label this day as Fat Tuesday, no doubt in recognition to the extra calories consumed.

Within the Christian tradition, the season of Lent is a time of prayers and preparation for the celebration of Easter. One of the ways to prepare for Easter was to eat a simple diet; avoiding rich food items, especially fat, butter and eggs. Rather than allow these items to spoil while waiting for Easter, the tradition arose of consuming them before Lent started. The most common method of using these items is in some form of baking. We may be most familiar with pancakes, but some other cultures use doughnuts, sweet rolls or pastries. The celebrations and joy in eating this rich food is in contrast to the days of somber relection which will follow.

The rituals and meanings that surround this day are many and varied even within the same Christian denominations. So: why not attend a Shrove Tuesday pancake supper.

World Day of Prayer

Women, men and children in more than 170 countries and regions will celebrate World Day of Prayer, Friday, March 4, 2011. The women of Chile have written the service around the theme "How many loaves have you?" They ask us to enter a process that draws us into the Bible, into the context of Chile and into the real situations of our lives and communities. Together, we are asked to respond to what we have and how we can share it with others. In this past year, Chile has been challenged by a devastating earthquake and the collapse of a mine in which many miners were trapped. Again, we are reminded to share our bread and to receive the bread that is shared with us. On March 4, 2011, let us reach out our hands and hearts to touch the lives of sisters and brothers in Chile and around the world.

This year's service will be in Carnduff at St. Andrew's United Church, 706 Pacific Avenue.

Great Places in Canada

Where are all the great places in Canada?

Over the next four months, Canadians across the country will be competing to put their favorite location on the map. Will it be a street, public space, or neighbourhood in your city or town? Will your special location make it to the top?

The launch of CIP's Great Places in Canada marks the first annual contest that encourages people to nominate and vote for the place they love most. The competition is open to everyone - just go to www.GreatPlaceInCanada.com where you can, nominate, write about, and post images of the place that inspires you.

This competition is being sponsored by the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) as a way to recognize the work of professional planners, and to join with all Canadians in a celebration of the great places we are fortunate enough to share in this country.

Join the competetion. Put your favorite location on the map. You can nominate and vote until March 25, 2011.

We all know that Carnuff is the best place to live and to raise our families. So come on nominate Carnduff and vote for Carnduff . Let's put Carnduff on the map!!!

The Legends

Wow, the Legends are coming to Carnduff!

Carnduff District Lions invites you to celebrate with them on their 50th Anniversary Celebration and "An Evening with the Legends".

Robert Larrabee is a comedic, audience interactive, mulitiple tribute artist. Come out and join the celebration and listen to the music of Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, Richie Valens, Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart to name a few.

When: Friday, April 15th, 2011

Where: Carnduff Education Complex

Time: Cocktails - 6:00 p.m.

Followed By: Dinner and "An Evening with the Legends"

Tickets: $30 each

Available: Carnduff Agencies, Bayliss Meats, North American Lumber, Gazette Post-News or any Lions member

(Limited number of tickets available)

Creative Kids

Did you know that there is funding available to reduce social and financial barriers for children and youth who wish to participate in arts and cultural activities in Saskatchewan?

The Creative Kids Program is a charitable giving program modeled after the KidSport program and gives kids the opportunity to apply for funding to to used to decrease barriers to participation. Barriers such as registration fees, materials or even festival costs.

Arts and cultural activity inspire children and youth with social, intellectual, moral and even physical development opportunities.

For more information on the program and how to apply, please contact the Economic Development Office at 482-3503 or visit their website at www.creativekidssask.ca

Nominate a Volunteer for the Southeast Connection Awards Program

Volunters make all of our lives better and the Southeast Connection's Awards are a way to thank them for their work. The Southeast Connection Awards Program is looking for nominations from community members to recognize the achievements and contributions made by volunteers within their communities. For more information on how the Awards Program works, the different categories and for an application form, go to www.southeastconnection.ca

Success for local hockey player

Congratulations to Meagan Hamilton who was chosen to the Sask First Zone Tryouts in November to represent Zone 1 at the Sask First Tournment in Regina at the end of January. Zone 1 won their three round robin games, which earned them a spot in the 'A' final games. They played Zone 3 and won the Sask First championship with score of 5 - 1 . Meagan contributed to the game with one goal and one assist. Way to go and good luck with your hockey endeavours.

Congratulations

Congratulations to Tara and Blair Beck on the birth of their son, Corbin Jacob, born on February 3rd. A new little brother for Carter and Brandon.

5th Annual Vintage Snowmobile Race

The Old Cruisers Snowmobile Club will once again be sponsoring the Vintage Snowmobile Race on Saturday, January 29, 2011. Start time is 10:00 a.m. and is held 1 mile west of Carnduff. Vintage snowmobiles are pre 1974 single cylinder machine but don't let that fool you, they can go!

Events will include Ladies Powder Puff race, 50 mile race for age 50+ and 100 mile race for HR-HD class. The groomed track is two mile lap.

There will be a concession booth at the track. Award presentation will take place at the Legion at 4:00 p.m.

For more information call Jigger at 482-3635 at home or his cellular at 421-3404

Sweetheart Soup & Sandwich

Make plans to take your sweetheart to the soup and sandwich lunch on Friday, February 11th from 11:30 a.m. til 1:30 p.m. at the CE Building. The cost is only $7.00 per person. (Those of you who are new to the area - the CE building is located at the St. Andrews United Church, 706 Pacific Avenue.) The lunch is sponsored by the United Church Women.

Prairie Winds Advertising Reopens!

Prairie Winds Advertising will be reopening their doors on Monday, January 24th, 2011. Stop in and see their new building which is located on Broadway. Congratulations, Lynn and staff.

Zumba Classes Starting January 10th

Want to meet your New Year resolution to tone your body? Then read on...

The Zumba program is a fitness-party with a contagious blend of Latin and international rhythms that provides a fun and effective workout. Through exhilarating, high calorie-burning fitness classes, Zumba has helped melt the pounds and inches off more than 10 million Zumba-enthusiastics in over 110 countries. Using easy-to-follow moves and exotic, high-energy music, Zumba routines successfully tone and sculpt the body while burning fat.

Zumba classes are coming to Carnduff! Starting on January 10th, on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Legion. The cost is $144 for the full six weeks. For further information and to register for this exciting fitness program, plese contact Aimee at 1-306-530-0847.

Prairie Winds Advertising and Sales

Staff at Prairie Winds have been busy since Christmas settling into their new location on Broadway. Watch for details of their grand opening event.