The Onslow Christmas Craft and Bake Sale was held on Saturday and there was a great . . .
crowd out to shop. The Home and School Committee organized this event, which is a big hit every year.
There were many local vendors and artisans set up selling their products and the committee also served a delicious lunch of homemade soups, chili, buns and sweets.
Santa Claus arrived around 11 a.m. much to the delight of the children and I even got a hug from the big guy in red as he entered the building. The Grade 6 class sold tickets on a raffle draw with many door prizes handed out to the lucky winners. It was a great way to kick off the holiday season and get some early shopping done.
On Saturday afternoon, a baby shower was held in honour of Sue Chabot-Johnston at the home of Brenda Clarke. Sue and Adam are expecting their first child in early December so family and friends gathered to gift them with necessities for the little pumpkin on the way. Everyone enjoyed snacks, drinks, and visiting. We are wishing Sue and Adam all the best as they prepare for the baby’s arrival.
Saturday evening, a reception was held at the Jack Graham Community Centre in Bristol in honour of the recent marriage of Andrew and Shelby (Crick) Hickey. Andrew and Shelby were married back in July in Alberta and then returned to the Pontiac for a celebration with Andrew’s family and friends. It was a wonderful night in tribute to the happy couple.
Congratulations to the grads of 2019, as Pontiac High School held their graduation ceremony on Saturday evening. Many awards and bursaries were handed out as well as the grads receiving their diplomas. Wishing them all the best in their current and future endeavours.
On Sunday afternoon, Quyon paused to remember at the Cenotaph service which was put on by the Quyon branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. The Highland Mist Pipe Band led the procession from the Legion to the Cenotaph, where Cal Cummings hosted the ceremony. Wendy Desabrais sang O Canada and prayers were offered by Father Christian Kukula and Susan Hamilton. Many wreaths were placed in honour and in memory of the service men and women from our area. There was a lunch served afterwards at the Legion. “At the going down of the sun, and in the morning; we will remember them.”
Birthday wishes are going out to Bill Hamilton on Nov. 13 and to Hannah Dowe who is turning five on Nov. 14. We are also wishing a happy 60th birthday to Mitch Lapierre, celebrating on Nov. 16. Best wishes to everyone celebrating this week.
Mark your calendars for Dec. 2, as I am once again helping to organize the Christmas House Tour on behalf of the Quyon Pastoral Charge. My favourite time of year is almost upon us, and I can’t wait. Looking forward to seeing what everyone has in store for us that evening as they open their homes to us to view their Christmas décor.
