The Clinton Arts and Cultural Society is looking for artists of all ages and all artistic pursuits to join the group.
The society has monthly meetings, annual elections, companionship and camaraderie, clinics and workshops, information and the annual Art Show and Sale.
For more information, contact Rebekah Bowen at 250-459-2519 or behah15@hotmail.com.
Welding course
A partnership between School District #74 and Thompson Rivers University (TRU) has resulted in some exciting news for Clinton.
A mobile welding program delivered by TRU has 12 students enrolled and is held at the former Clinton Elementary School grounds.
The mobile welding trailer provides a 1,000-square-foot classroom and teaching space. A second trailer contains equipment, materials and tools used for the course.
The course is 840 hours and runs for 28 weeks. Students are both adults and school-aged. Once completed, the program gives the foundation for students to start a career in welding.
Ag Association news
Plans are underway for the 2015 Clinton May Ball Rodeo, which will be held on May 23-24.
The Clinton Ag Association (CAA) is looking for new members. Numbers are down, and it needs extra help to begin the planning for this year’s event.
Folks who would like to volunteer can contact one of the CAA members and we will let you know about the next meeting or work bee.
We are also making some changes to use of the riding arena. Currently, there are several people who use the arena free of charge during the year to ride their horses.
Last year, a considerable upgrade was made to the arena, and we would like to keep the grounds in good shape. The gates on the riding arena will soon be locked and those who would like to ride will have access to a key, after paying a membership fee and committing to a certain amount of volunteer time with the club, which could be during the rodeo weekend or at a work bee or other events.
If you are interested in sponsoring the 2015 rodeo, please contact this writer at 250-459-2172.