The annual “Stuff-a-Cruiser” was held Saturday at Cloverleaf Groceries in Emo, as well as at locations in Rainy River and Fort Frances. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
And what a success it was! The “Cruiser” fundraiser, along with donations given at the “Holly Daze” parade, resulted in over 3,000 pounds of food.
There was also a generous donation of $1,000 made by Enbridge (formerly Centra Gas).
The event ran smoothly with many volunteers, including help from the Girl Guides and Brownies from the Emo and surrounding area.
All monies raised stay with the Emo Food Bank. This food bank covers a very large rural area.
Happily, the shelves at the food bank are now filled and many people can enjoy the donations made over the weekend.
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The “Holly Daze” weekend was a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit.
As always, it had a great parade. So great to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies during the parade.
I was fortunate enough to enjoy a delicious homemade, mint Nanaimo square at Rainy River Meats during the parade.
The fireworks were probably the best ever.
The two prizes of $250 Emo Chamber bucks were won by Dave Lee and Kayla Morrison.
Hats off to all Emo volunteers that make this part of many people’s Christmas tradition.
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The Christmas concerts in the rural area are as follows:
- Sturgeon Creek: Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.;
- Donald Young: Dec. 17 (Grades 4-8) at 7 p.m.;
- Donald Young: Dec. 18 (K to Grade 3) at 7 p.m.;
- Crossroads: Dec. 18 at 6:30 p.m.; and
- Rainy River: Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.
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Al and Linda Empey made a trip out west to celebrate the birth of their granddaughter, Juliet, who was born in November to Shaun and Christina Logue (Empey).
She was baptized Dec. 1.
Al and Linda then travelled from Lethbridge. Alta. to Outlook, Sask. to attend the baptism of their grandson Oliver on Dec. 8.
Oliver was born Aug. 13 to parents, Kevin and Caroline Empey.
Congratulations to parents and grandparents on this happy occasion.
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Good news on Pat Hyatt’s recovery from her intense surgery on Nov. 19.
She returned to the Fort Frances Hospital on Friday, Dec. 6 and returned to her home on Dec. 10. She continues to recover.
Pat and her family are feeling blessed that “their family will be home for Christmas.”
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The lucky winner of the Emo Legion’s November 50/50 draw for November was Marc St. Hillier.
He pocketed $665. Selling the lucky ticket was Joan Buttazoni.
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Robin’s 2¢
Managing your weight over the holidays requires a little planning.
For example, I took the batteries out of my scale today!
