The weather turned out perfect for Beiseker's 96th edition of its Lions Club Country Fair! The fun started with a fantastic morning breakfast at the community centre and continued all day.
I thought the parade was a little sparse of decorations but those who participated were definitely enthusiastic!
I was disappointed that I didn't see Rocky View Fire Services in the parade, but our Beiseker Fire Department was joined by the folks of the Kneehill Fire Department from Acme, in their firetruck. I met a few of them at breakfast and welcomed them to Beiseker.
The Color Me Beiseker Run was FANTASTIC, especially for the young people there. Our MLA (and former Beiseker Mayor) the Honourable Bruce Rowe and his wife Carol actually ran in the colour run! Everyone was having fun. It was great to see.
I didn't see much of the 4H Show & Sale but I understand it was a huge success. Some of the other scheduled events didn't have as large a turn-out as I expected, but those who were there had a great day! Chris Heighton's tenth annual Show & Shine on Main Street was awesome! I think the early morning clouds and rain kept some car guys at home with their mechanical babies, but they missed a wonderful day.
Overall I thought this year's Beiseker Lions Country Fair was one of the best ever! Thank you to everyone who made that day possible. You rock!
(Here's a request from me; If anyone got a photo of myself and my little dog Duggie in the parade, I'd love to put it here and on my facebook page.)
Showing posts with label 4H. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 4H. Show all posts
Friday, June 20, 2014
Sunday, June 1, 2014
I'll See You at the Country Fair!
The celebration is the centre piece of the very active Beiseker Lions Club. This group continues to work so hard for the betterment of our community. The fair gives them a chance to "let their hair down" and party!
Come early and have breakfast at the Beiseker Community Centre (7:00 am to 9:00 am.), then plan for a busy but fun day! The parade starts down Main Street at 10:00 a.m.
There is going to be a HUGE show and shine on Main Street after the parade (weather permitting). There will be ball games, face painting, a 4H show and sale, skydiving, a money pit, beer gardens, beef supper, pie & coffee at the Seniors' Centre, a tailgate sale, a colour run, a photo display, a cabaret, and a host of other things to see and do.
I'll see you there!
Sunday, June 9, 2013
The 2013 Beiseker Country Fair, Best Ever!
If you missed the 2013 Beiseker Country Fair yesterday, you can start kicking yourself right now. In my opinion, it was the best fair we've ever had!
The weather cooperated, and the organizers outdid themselves this year. I'm not a Lions Club member, but I think the Beiseker Lions Club is probably one of the smallest. That doesn't stop them from putting together a fantastic Country Fair day! We started the day with a great pancake breakfast, enjoying it with about 585 of our closest friends.
I thought the parade was a little shorter this year, but that certainly didn't curb the enthusiasm of those participating. Beiseker's new fire truck also made its first official appearance in the parade!
The kids dug out coins out of the Money Pit while the 4H Club showed off their calves. After the show, I had the opportunity to try my hand at milking a cow! I came in third in the field of four - and my friend Dave Fagan came in first!
This year I picked a pretty little 1966 Ford Mustang as the Mayor's Choice at the Main Street Show 'n Shine. Chris Heighton of Heighton Restorations does an incredible job of putting together the Main Street Show 'n Shine every year. After the car show, it was over to the Golden Years Town and Country Club for coffee and pie. I missed seeing the skydivers both in the parade and jumping into Beiseker, early in the afternoon .
Health concerns make it important that I eat on time. A minor glitch in the hall kitchen meant that supper was a bit late, there, so I was unable to join everybody for a Beef on a Bun supper.
Everybody went home tired, but happy, when the festivities finally ended early Sunday morning!
Wow! What a day! Everyone who volunteered yesterday take a big bow! You are awesome!
The weather cooperated, and the organizers outdid themselves this year. I'm not a Lions Club member, but I think the Beiseker Lions Club is probably one of the smallest. That doesn't stop them from putting together a fantastic Country Fair day! We started the day with a great pancake breakfast, enjoying it with about 585 of our closest friends.
I thought the parade was a little shorter this year, but that certainly didn't curb the enthusiasm of those participating. Beiseker's new fire truck also made its first official appearance in the parade!
The kids dug out coins out of the Money Pit while the 4H Club showed off their calves. After the show, I had the opportunity to try my hand at milking a cow! I came in third in the field of four - and my friend Dave Fagan came in first!
This year I picked a pretty little 1966 Ford Mustang as the Mayor's Choice at the Main Street Show 'n Shine. Chris Heighton of Heighton Restorations does an incredible job of putting together the Main Street Show 'n Shine every year. After the car show, it was over to the Golden Years Town and Country Club for coffee and pie. I missed seeing the skydivers both in the parade and jumping into Beiseker, early in the afternoon .
Health concerns make it important that I eat on time. A minor glitch in the hall kitchen meant that supper was a bit late, there, so I was unable to join everybody for a Beef on a Bun supper.
Everybody went home tired, but happy, when the festivities finally ended early Sunday morning!
Wow! What a day! Everyone who volunteered yesterday take a big bow! You are awesome!
Monday, December 3, 2012
We Lit Up The Night!
It wasn 't that cold according to the thermometer, but I had to go home and get my warmer coat and boots! Squirt the Skunk was there and Santa cruised in on Beiseker's old fire truck. Overall I'd say around 70 or more hardy folks came to enjoy hot chocolate, hot chili and good company!
Thanks to the Beiseker Fire Department for tending the bonfire and safely delivering Santa and to the Beiseker Station Museum Society for tending the hot chocolate and chili all evening! Well done all of you. A special "Thanks" goes to Gail Peckham and her helpers who organised the event.
What a great start to the Christmas Season!
p.s. Another special "Thanks" to the 4H'ers who went out and collected food for our Christmas Food Hampers. Good job-Well done!
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Tough Day
Last Thursday was a very tough day for our little Village, as we laid to rest our own Raelene Schmaltz.
Thank you to all those who helped out that day. The 4H'ers who set up the Community Centre for the luncheon, the CWL for all their work at the luncheon, all those folks who brought in sandwiches or squares, and to the many hundreds of folks who came to support the family at this most difficult time. I know I've missed some individual or group, but know that your contribution made Thursday just a bit easier for Raelene's family and our village.
A special thanks go to members of the media for maintaining a low profile on Thursday. I and many others were especially grateful for that.
Thursday was a sad day I hope our little village won't ever have to repeat. It's time to move on, but please remember to support Raelene's family and friends in the weeks and months to come.
And look after yourself!
Thank you to all those who helped out that day. The 4H'ers who set up the Community Centre for the luncheon, the CWL for all their work at the luncheon, all those folks who brought in sandwiches or squares, and to the many hundreds of folks who came to support the family at this most difficult time. I know I've missed some individual or group, but know that your contribution made Thursday just a bit easier for Raelene's family and our village.
A special thanks go to members of the media for maintaining a low profile on Thursday. I and many others were especially grateful for that.
Thursday was a sad day I hope our little village won't ever have to repeat. It's time to move on, but please remember to support Raelene's family and friends in the weeks and months to come.
And look after yourself!
Monday, June 25, 2012
In Shock
I was shocked to hear of the passing of our own Raelene Schmaltz last week. Raelene was killed in a tragic traffic accident on Highway 9 south of Irricana. All of Beiseker is greiving her loss.
My wife and I met Raelene while we were teaching in Beiseker Community School back in the early 1970s. She attended my Social Studies classes throughout her school years. I was impressed by her quiet but forceful presence. I always knew that there was some very serious thinking going on behind those flashing dark eyes and I waited for her comments with great anticipation!
As in any small town, nobody really leaves, they just go a little farther away. We heard of her world travels and her graduating at the top of her class to become a nurse. We were all proud of her accomplishments. I also recall her working with 4-H kids over the years. In the past while, I would often see Raelene in town. She'd always give me a smile and a cheerful greeting. I will miss that.
Our sincere condolences go to Eileen & Clarence and their family.
My wife and I met Raelene while we were teaching in Beiseker Community School back in the early 1970s. She attended my Social Studies classes throughout her school years. I was impressed by her quiet but forceful presence. I always knew that there was some very serious thinking going on behind those flashing dark eyes and I waited for her comments with great anticipation!
As in any small town, nobody really leaves, they just go a little farther away. We heard of her world travels and her graduating at the top of her class to become a nurse. We were all proud of her accomplishments. I also recall her working with 4-H kids over the years. In the past while, I would often see Raelene in town. She'd always give me a smile and a cheerful greeting. I will miss that.
Our sincere condolences go to Eileen & Clarence and their family.
Sunday, June 10, 2012
What a Great Day at the Beiseker Country Fair!
Despite the horrible weather forecasts, the turnout at Beiseker's 94th annual Country Fair was fantastic. And those who ignored the forecasts, had a great day in the Village.
It all started with a delicious breakfast attended by more than 450 hungry folks. Breakfast was also attended by the Calgary Stampede Queen and Princesses - Candice Lee, Dani Gariepy, and Jessica Manning - along with this year's Calgary Stampede Indian Princess, Amelia Crowshoe. From Crossfield's Pete Knight Days, the 2011 Queen and Princess - Emily Marston and Miranda Ross - were also there, accompanied by the three 2012 Queen and Princess contestants.
During their introduction Dani Gariepy related how years ago she rode in her Grandpa's (Ed McNair's) gravel truck in the Beiseker Parade throwing candy to the kids! Then Amelia Crowshoe performed a native Jingle Dance for us. What an exciting way to start a super day.
Next was the parade. It was great to see former mayor Bruce Rowe back in Beiseker. He rode in this year's parade for the first time as MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, while Frank Schwengler drove me around the parade route in a gorgeous convertible. I threw candy, I waved and I had fun!
After the Beiseker Country Fair Parade it was over to the arena for the Beiseker 4H Show. I watched the proud youngsters show their calves in the very nicely prepared arena, then off to the Community Links Building for some goodies.
As the teams competed for bragging rites at the ball diamonds, we chowed down on some delicious pie at the Golden Years Club.
Next it was over to Main Street to become a part of the 8th Annual Beiseker Main Street Show & Shine. Local businesses, led by Chris Heighton, put on a great car show. More than 40 vehicles were on display there - the number of cars was down this year, probably because of that crappy weather forecast. Chris handed out door prizes and I got to pick the "Mayor's Choice"!
I carefully looked at all the entries shining there in the afternoon sun. I decided to pick a car that I would have loved to drive up and down Eighth Avenue in Calgary back in the late 1960s. There were a few cars there which qualified, but I picked a pretty little blue Pontiac Firebird! I've got to tell you it was the hardest job of the day picking just one of those gorgeous cars!
During the afternoon I dropped in on some of the other things happening around the Village; everything from ATV & motorhome displays to "bouncy houses" for kids! We finished off the day with beef on a bun at the Community Centre. We left as the DJ was warming up and the kids were jumping around on the dance floor. We were tired and we called it a day at that point.
What a fantastic day in the Village of Beiseker!
If you're Lions' Club Member or a spouse of a Lion, take a huge bow for a job well done! I know the Lions' Club here in Beiseker isn't that big but you'd never know that around the Village during the Country Fair! Those folks worked so hard and so long to make the day a success. The people I saw in the Hall doing the breakfast were there working at the supper! Many of those same folks ran the parade and helped elsewhere during the day, too! Those guys and their wives made the Energizer Bunny look like a laggard!
Well done; all of you! I'm already looking forward to the 95th version of the Beiseker Country Fair next year!
It all started with a delicious breakfast attended by more than 450 hungry folks. Breakfast was also attended by the Calgary Stampede Queen and Princesses - Candice Lee, Dani Gariepy, and Jessica Manning - along with this year's Calgary Stampede Indian Princess, Amelia Crowshoe. From Crossfield's Pete Knight Days, the 2011 Queen and Princess - Emily Marston and Miranda Ross - were also there, accompanied by the three 2012 Queen and Princess contestants.
During their introduction Dani Gariepy related how years ago she rode in her Grandpa's (Ed McNair's) gravel truck in the Beiseker Parade throwing candy to the kids! Then Amelia Crowshoe performed a native Jingle Dance for us. What an exciting way to start a super day.
Next was the parade. It was great to see former mayor Bruce Rowe back in Beiseker. He rode in this year's parade for the first time as MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, while Frank Schwengler drove me around the parade route in a gorgeous convertible. I threw candy, I waved and I had fun!
After the Beiseker Country Fair Parade it was over to the arena for the Beiseker 4H Show. I watched the proud youngsters show their calves in the very nicely prepared arena, then off to the Community Links Building for some goodies.
As the teams competed for bragging rites at the ball diamonds, we chowed down on some delicious pie at the Golden Years Club.
Next it was over to Main Street to become a part of the 8th Annual Beiseker Main Street Show & Shine. Local businesses, led by Chris Heighton, put on a great car show. More than 40 vehicles were on display there - the number of cars was down this year, probably because of that crappy weather forecast. Chris handed out door prizes and I got to pick the "Mayor's Choice"!
I carefully looked at all the entries shining there in the afternoon sun. I decided to pick a car that I would have loved to drive up and down Eighth Avenue in Calgary back in the late 1960s. There were a few cars there which qualified, but I picked a pretty little blue Pontiac Firebird! I've got to tell you it was the hardest job of the day picking just one of those gorgeous cars!
During the afternoon I dropped in on some of the other things happening around the Village; everything from ATV & motorhome displays to "bouncy houses" for kids! We finished off the day with beef on a bun at the Community Centre. We left as the DJ was warming up and the kids were jumping around on the dance floor. We were tired and we called it a day at that point.
What a fantastic day in the Village of Beiseker!
If you're Lions' Club Member or a spouse of a Lion, take a huge bow for a job well done! I know the Lions' Club here in Beiseker isn't that big but you'd never know that around the Village during the Country Fair! Those folks worked so hard and so long to make the day a success. The people I saw in the Hall doing the breakfast were there working at the supper! Many of those same folks ran the parade and helped elsewhere during the day, too! Those guys and their wives made the Energizer Bunny look like a laggard!
Well done; all of you! I'm already looking forward to the 95th version of the Beiseker Country Fair next year!
Monday, June 4, 2012
Beiseker Country Fair
Saturday, June 9, 2012; mark it on your Blackberry, iPad or whatever you use to keep track of your life! That's when our 2012 edition of the Beiseker Country Fair will take off, rain or shine! Come see the Parade in the morning (tell the kids not to forget a sack for the candy they catch) featuring the Calgary Stampede Queen and Princesses and the Calgary Stampede Indian Princess! This is the Stampede's 100th anniversary so we're very fortunate to have their Royalty visit us! And there's a local connection to the Stampede Royalty this year, too.
There'll be floats, antique and classic cars, and horses in the big parade. There's a big car show right on Main Street, a beer garden, a 4H show, plus many other things going on, including lots of activities for the kids! And why not stop over for pie and coffee at the Seniors' Center across from the Arena!
A more complete schedule of events is available through the Country Fair Event listing on the Village of Beiseker's Facebook page. You can RSVP there, too!
It looks like it's going to be a great day. I'm looking forward to seeing you there!
There'll be floats, antique and classic cars, and horses in the big parade. There's a big car show right on Main Street, a beer garden, a 4H show, plus many other things going on, including lots of activities for the kids! And why not stop over for pie and coffee at the Seniors' Center across from the Arena!
A more complete schedule of events is available through the Country Fair Event listing on the Village of Beiseker's Facebook page. You can RSVP there, too!
It looks like it's going to be a great day. I'm looking forward to seeing you there!
Monday, October 4, 2010
Issue #7: Recreation Opportunities for All
For its size Beiseker has some of the best recreatioal opportunities around, yet there are still those in the Village who tell me, "there's nothin' to do here!".
If you live in Beiseker you can: play hockey, play baseball, attend beavers/cubs & scouts (in Irricana), take martial arts, skateboard, rollerblade or BMX, use the Library, play school sports, take part in summer fun, swim in Acme, learn to skydive, get your pilots' licence, join the Station Museum or the Centennial Railway Museum, join the Golden Years Town & Country Club, take part in Stage East Dinner Theatre, use an ATV, Quad, or snowmobile, skate, take part in Continuing Ed or Adult Ed, join a needle-craft club, go bowling (in Airdrie), join a service club, join the Chamber of Commerce, join the Royal Canadian Legion (in Acme), join the motorcycle club, join a 4H Club, become a part of Pioneer Acres in Irricana, Golf (in Acme, Driving Range here), join a church group (here or in Acme or Irricana), go bicycling, go jogging, curling (in Acme or Irricana), join a car club, volunteer at Beiseker Recycling, and others!
If re-elected I will help identify the concerns of those who feel there is nothing to do here. It may require a new facility or an existing facility upgrade, or maybe just a place where those with a like interest can meet and plan!
If you live in Beiseker you can: play hockey, play baseball, attend beavers/cubs & scouts (in Irricana), take martial arts, skateboard, rollerblade or BMX, use the Library, play school sports, take part in summer fun, swim in Acme, learn to skydive, get your pilots' licence, join the Station Museum or the Centennial Railway Museum, join the Golden Years Town & Country Club, take part in Stage East Dinner Theatre, use an ATV, Quad, or snowmobile, skate, take part in Continuing Ed or Adult Ed, join a needle-craft club, go bowling (in Airdrie), join a service club, join the Chamber of Commerce, join the Royal Canadian Legion (in Acme), join the motorcycle club, join a 4H Club, become a part of Pioneer Acres in Irricana, Golf (in Acme, Driving Range here), join a church group (here or in Acme or Irricana), go bicycling, go jogging, curling (in Acme or Irricana), join a car club, volunteer at Beiseker Recycling, and others!
If re-elected I will help identify the concerns of those who feel there is nothing to do here. It may require a new facility or an existing facility upgrade, or maybe just a place where those with a like interest can meet and plan!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)