Robin McCormick
Once again, the community of Emo is hosting its annual “Holly Daze” celebrations this Friday and Saturday (Dec. 4-5).
A parade is slated for Friday starting at 6 p.m., with hot chocolate to be served afterwards.
As well, the St. Patrick’s C.W.L. in Emo will hold a Christmas tea and bake sale on Saturday from 1-3 p.m.
Besides serving sandwiches, dainties, and tea/coffee, there also will be crafts, baking, religious articles, draws, and a white elephant table.
Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children aged 10 and under.
“Crafts Galore,” meanwhile, will take place at the Emo Legion on Saturday (donations for the penny table would be appreciated).
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The Township of La Vallee’s 16th-annual community Christmas supper goes this Sunday (Dec. 6) starting at 2 p.m. at the Devlin Hall.
A potluck supper will begin at 5 p.m. (bring your favourite family hot dish or salad).
There also will be a sing-along, sleigh rides (weather permitting), a kiddies’ corner, and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus.
High school students looking to do their community hours needed to graduate are encouraged to help out with the party.
Call 486-3452 for more info.
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A reminder that the Emo Centennial Choir’s performance of “On that Night in Bethlehem” is set for Friday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Christian Reformed Church in Emo.
Everyone is welcome, and a free-will offering will be taken.
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Jade Wright took part in a skating competition in Winnipeg over the weekend.
She placed fourth in the women’s entry level in elements (an event where the instructors tell you want to do) and then finished second in the free skate.
Proud grandparents Debbie and Walter Black and Della and Craig McQuaker were on hand to cheer her on.
Way to go, Jade, from your community!
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Another Devlin athlete, Mike Badiuk, also had a good weekend.
Mike, who plays second on the Dylan Johnston rink (Port Arthur Curling Club), helped the team to a 5-1 record at the Inter Region junior playdowns in Atikokan.
They also qualified for the provincial showdown in Thunder Bay later this month.
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Congratulations to Jamie and Caylee Woolsey, who are the proud parents of a baby girl, Harper, who was born Nov. 20.
Congrats, as well, to Jeff and Kelly Teeple on the birth of their first child, Jessica Lynn.
Lisa Teeple is the ecstatic grandma.
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Ken Mason underwent heart bypass surgery in Winnipeg on Friday.
Fortunately, he is doing well and hoping to be home this week.
Meanwhile, Nevin Bonot is in the hospital.
Our community sends both men best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.
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Happy 40th birthday to Jewell Beaudry (nee Sutherland) from the Devlin community.
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The Dec. 8 Bingo at the Emo Legion has been cancelled. Play will resume Jan. 12.
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Cards played at the Emo Legion last week saw Gayle Thompson and Jean Steele take the high while the low went to Darlene Bruce and Jerry Allan.
Adelia Guba won the draw.
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Crossroads School in Devlin will hold its Christmas concert Dec. 17 starting at 7 p.m.
A reminder that report cards go home Dec. 7, with parent interviews to follow.
Finally, Crossroads is looking for volunteers to serve at the staff luncheon on Dec. 15 (call the school if you can help out).
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Robin’s 2¢:
A strong, young man at a construction site was bragging that he could out-do anyone in a feat of strength. He made a special case of making fun of one of the older workers.
After several minutes, the older worker had enough.
“I’ll bet you a week’s wages that I can haul something in a wheelbarrow over to that building that you won’t be able to wheel back,” he said.
“You’re on, old man,” the bragger replied. “Let’s see you do it.”
The old man then reached out and grabbed the wheelbarrow by the handles.
“All right, jerk,” he nodded to the young man. “Get in!”
