Dave Ogilvie
The “Country Jam” held Friday (March 26) at the Emo Legion was, by far, the best attended to date.
An extra table or two were set up and chairs were squeezed in so the dance floor remained large enough for the enthusiastic crowd.
A dedicated group of musicians made the evening complete by providing some of the old-time favourites, along with a few more modern pieces.
On guitar were Jamie Fiset (the youngest entertainer), Sandra Pietila, Patti Brown, Charleen Gustafson, Bob Wepruk, Lawrence Bellamy, Carl White, and Morris Halverson.
Accordianists Harold Singbeil, Vern Silver, and Emily Smith added to the festivities while rounding out the crew were Bob Brown on harmonica and Cecile Cole on piano.
Members of the audience once again came from far and wide, including Atikokan, Dryden, Whitefish Bay, Nestor Falls, Baudette, and everywhere in between.
Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves, especially the younger members of the crowd, and the evening literally flew by.
The next two “Country Jams” are scheduled for April 23 and May 14. Make sure you mark these dates on your calendar and plan on attending.
The crowds are getting bigger and the entertainment’s getting better, so don’t miss the next “Jam.”
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The Rainy River District Soil & Crop Improvement Association is pleased to announce a new piece of machinery has been purchased.
The brand new landroller was received at Degagne Equipment in Emo on Monday morning by association members Stefan Szeder (president), Tom Morrish (vice-president), Dick Trivers (secretary), and Larry Lamb.
Local OMAFRA rep Gary Sliworsky and Scott McLeod of Degagne Equipment also were on hand for the presentation.
Any member of the association can rent the landroller, as well as other pieces of equipment, by contacting any member of the executive, or by calling Harry Steiner (487-2620) or Szeder (275-8208).
Membership is only $20.
The equipment owned by the association has been purchased with membership dues and grants obtained from the government.
The following is a list of the available equipment and the rental cost for each: landroller ($175/day), rock rake ($250/day), rock picker ($200/day), large scraper ($100/day), small scraper ($75/day), brillion seeder ($100/day or $5/acre), land wheel ($5/use), and transit ($10/day).
Members of the agricultural community interested in receiving information about agricultural management practices, and in taking advantage of the rental equipment, are encouraged to join the Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association.
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The Royal Canadian Legion Br. #99 in Emo will be hosting a Good Friday fish fry on April 2 from 5-7 p.m.
The cost will be $13 for adults and $5 for children six and under, with take-outs available starting at 4:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome.
