Celebrating 15 years!!!
Food Bank Hosts Summer Celebration with Community Support
The Ste-Anne food bank, held a festive “Summer Celebration” on July 3rd. The event coincided with the biweekly distribution of approximately 100 hampers and offered a range of activities and services for both children and adults in the food bank community.
Children enjoyed a plethora of activities, including free vision testing by the Lions Club, face painting, balloon sculptures, a bouncy castle, rock painting, houseplant potting, bubbles, book giveaways, and a “toy store” filled with surprises.
Adults were provided with the opportunity to consult with representatives from various resource services, such as Service Canada, Sara Riel, and Southern Health/Santé Sud. The event also featured free refreshments, including popcorn, hotdogs, iced tea, and a taste test of a ground beef, rice, black bean, and tomato casserole. A big thank you goes out to Southern Health/ Santé Sud and the many dedicated volunteers who contributed countless hours to ensure the success of this event.
Thanks to generous grants from the Town of Ste. Anne and the Rural Municipality of Ste. Anne, the events operations budget is covered. This means that all other donations, unless specified by donors, go directly toward purchasing food. Monetary donations of $20 or more are eligible for a receipt for income tax purposes. The support of Ste. Anne residents and the surrounding region is greatly appreciated.
With the gardening season in full swing, donations of extra produce to Accueil Kateri, Ste-Anne food bank are highly valued. To make arrangements for donations, as the food bank is not open daily, please call 204-371-4984.
For information on how to donate or any other inquiries, please visit the website at www.accueilkatericentre.ca, call 204371-4984, or deposit your monetary donation in the drop box to the left of the front door at 132 Centrale. Food donations are also welcome and can be left in the yellow bin behind the food bank (The most needed items include low-sugar cereals, canned soups, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, canned meats or fish (ham, turkey, chicken, tuna, etc.), canned vegetables, canned fruit, juices, fruit cups, and baked beans).
Ste. Anne Fire Department Hosts Successful Open House
The Saint Anne Fire Department held its open house on Monday, July 8, attracting community members of all ages to the fire hall for an evening of fun, learning, and community engagement.
The event featured a variety of activities and displays designed to educate the public about the important work of the fire department and to foster community spirit. Among the highlights were a police car display and a vehicle extraction demonstration, showcasing the expertise and bravery of the department’s firefighters.
Visitors had the opportunity to explore several fire trucks up close, with many enjoying the chance to climb aboard and learn about the equipment and technology used in firefighting. The fire hall tour provided an inside look at the daily operations of the department, while tool and gear displays offered a hands-on experience with the equipment used by firefighters in emergency situations.
For the younger attendees, an inflatable bouncy house provided endless entertainment, while Sparky the Fire Dog made a special appearance.
The open house also included a barbecue, along with coffee and pastries for visitors to enjoy as they mingled with firefighters and other community members. Fire department members were available to answer questions and provide information about their roles and responsibilities.
In addition to the day’s activities, the fire department had recruitment packages available for those interested in joining the team. Members were on hand to discuss the various opportunities and requirements for becoming a part of the Saint Anne Fire Department, encouraging community involvement and support.
Overall, the open house was a resounding success, bringing the community together to celebrate the vital work of the fire department and to learn more about how they can contribute to keeping Saint Anne safe.
Photos by Richard Chabluk
Upcoming Events...
PTH 12 at PR 210 Intersection Improvements
The open house is Regarding PTH 12 at PR 210 Intersection Improvements, it will take place on July 11 at Club Jovial, 157 Central Avenue from 6 to 8 pm. For more information please contact Hannah Surgenor, AECOM, hannah.shirtliffsurgenor@aecom.com or Grace Quintana, MTI, Grace.Quintana@gov.mb.ca.
Paradise Village Art and Garden walk
August 10 from 10 am til 4 pm, Highway #1 and Paradise Road. The art walk will featuring artists showcasing a diversity of mediums and stunning colourful gardens visit the delightful Debbie Cafe where you can enjoy a drink and snack served only by a Debbie.
Club Jovial
Soup and Sandwich desert and coffee $10 per person. Second Wednesday of each month 11 am - 1 pm. all are welcome.
Richer Young at Heart Club
Dinner and dance the third Saturday of each month with live music. Cost is $25.00 per person. Doors open at 4:30, Dinner is at 6 pm. Music and dancing till 11 pm Call Ron @ 431 275 0874 for tickets.
Ste Anne Summer Market
Wednesdays, July 10, Aug 21, Sept 4 & 18 from 3 pm - 7 pm, locatied at 183 Centrale Ave Ste Anne.
Richer Summer Market
July 20, August 17, September 7 10 am - 2 pm, located at the Dawson Trail Museum, 67 Dawson Rd East, Richer.
InSeine News Deadline July 28 to submit events, info and advertisements contact InSeine News at inseine@live.ca
A few funnies for your enjoyment
-I told my doctor I broke my arm in two places. He told me to stop going to those places.
-I don’t always go to the gym, but when I do, I make sure everyone sees me put in my hearing aids.
-I’m not arguing, I’m just explaining why I’m right. I have a lifetime of experience to back me up.
-I used to play tennis, but now I’m just a racket without a cause.
-Why did the senior cross the road? To get to the early bird special.
-I never thought I’d be a senior citizen, but it beats the alternative.
-I don’t always know what day it is, but at least I know how to laugh about it.
-Why did the senior citizen bring a ladder to the party? Because he heard the drinks were on the house.
-I was going to make a joke about aging, but I forget what it was.
10 ounces nut milk
3 handfuls baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup organic blueberries
1 tablespoon nut butter
1-2 scoops protein powder
1 tablespoon hemp seeds
1 ½ teaspoons raw unsweetened cacao powder
Blueberry Spinach Smoothie
Instructions:
Place all ingredients in a blender in order given. Blend gradually, getting to high, until smooth.
