MAIDSTONE — Condolences are extended to Brent and Jeanette Pilling of Maidstone and their children, Stephen (Tammy), Craig and Jamey (Scott) on the passing of Brent's father, Irven Pilling, on June 1 in Turtleford at the age of 89 years. A memorial service for Irven was held in Livelong on June 7.
James (Jim) Karpluk passed away in Jasper Hospital on May 6 at the age of 84 years. Jim was born in Lashburn, and attended school in Highgate, Waseca, Battleford and Maidstone. He worked for Sask. Wheat Pool and then CN for 35 years. After retiring, he split his time between his condo in Lloydminster and his special place, the 100-year old section house on "Lazy J" prairie land at Waseca. Jim is remembered by many of our community as a generous, interesting and special man who will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Maidstone Disc Golf has been back at it for a month now. Best averages as of Week 4 are Tier 1 (0 or lower): Matt Sayers -8, Chase James -7; Tier 2 (over 0 to +9): Andrew Williams +2, Kerrigan White +4; Tier 3 (+10 or higher): Tiffany Smith +15, Alex Pompu +15. Best score for the week went to Matt, Chase and Justin Wiltermuth, all at -9. Congrats to draw winners, Lia Jang and Amanda Scheirlink. The ace pot of $126 was unclaimed.
Maidstone Museum's summer student would like to introduce herself: "Hello, everyone! My name is Saidai Mosher. I'm 17 years old and am just finishing my Grade 11 school year at MHS. I've been a Girl Guide member for 12 years, helping as a junior leader this year. I've been in Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club for 11 years, acting as 2025 social media rep/reporter. I also belong to two youth groups. I've worked as a babysitter, pet sitter/groomer, farm hand, general labourer and have volunteered at Maidstone Museum since I was five years old. I love children and animals, especially dogs, reading, cooking, camping and travelling. I've been to several Canadian provinces, the United States, England, France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Switzerland. This year I'm also really looking forward to working at Maidstone Museum as their summer student." The Maidstone Museum Board invites you to come down to the museum and enjoy a tour with Saidai, and a cold drink or ice cream. We are open Saturdays and Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. unitl Aug. 31.
Maidstone Museum's Spring Market and Canteen last Sunday saw a great turnout. Thank you to everyone who supported us on Minor Ball Day and to the vendors who came to share their awesome products. The balloon animals and swords were a big hit. A huge thank you goes to student volunteers, Harper, Seb and Lucas, and to our board volunteers. Saidai, our summer student, was also kept busy with visitors and the museum is so glad to have her!
Maidstone Minor Ball also had a good day of ball, culminating in the 50/50 raffle draw. Congratulations to winners: Chris Gregson $3,000, Sharon Walker $1,500 and Niska Nighttraveler $500. Thank you to everyone for supporting the youth of Maidstone Minor Ball.
Lashburn Day 2025 is on Saturday, June 14. Starting with a pancake breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and parade at 10:30, activities include a street market, dunk tank, beer gardens, cornhole and street hockey tournaments, rescue demo and games, high school barbecue, senior centre pie and coffee, museum scavenger hunt, human hamster balls, face painting, balloon twisting, critter corner and more. It's a jam-packed day of fun for all ages ending at 4:30 p.m.
Reminders:
• Friday to Sunday, June 13-15 - KinClub and Silver Lake "Summer Slam" bunnock tournament, kids’ mini golf tournament, family dance and, of course, camping.
• Saturday, June 21 - Paynton Rhubarb Festival (baking competition, tea and bake sale, vendors, silent auction until 3:30 p.m., beer/wine gardens, disc golf demo, dancers, tractor show, kids’ activities: bouncy castle, face painting and Larry the Balloon Guy 1 to 4 p.m. No ATM; bring cash.
