The Grade 7 girls from Horse Lake Elementary School were excited to capture first place at the recent basketball tournament.
With teacher Kyra Hopson coaching them to victory, they celebrated in good style.
There was a tie for second place between The Mile 108 and 100 Mile House elementary schools.
Moms and Tots
The Lone Butte Community Hall will soon be filled with the pitter patter of little feet as it welcomes the Moms and Tots program on Wednesday mornings starting March 6.
Playtime will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. It is a great place for moms to share parenting joys and struggles, while their children interact with other little ones.
For more information, call Sarah Unruh at 250-395-6115.
Dance the night away
Get your tickets now for the upcoming St. Patrick's Day dance in Lone Butte on March 16.
Doors open at 7 p.m with live music by the James Gang band starting up at 8. Snacks will be provided later in the evening and there will be safe rides home available by donation for anyone who wants one.
There will be a silent auction with all proceeds being donated to the 100 Mile House Mural Society to fund the completion of the Lone Butte murals on the South Cariboo Theatre walls.
Donations for the auction would be greatly appreciated, and folks can call Al or Gayle Jones at 250-395-5193 or Heather Nelson at 250-395-3588 for more information. Tickets are on sale now at the Lone Butte General Store, or you can call Chris Schmidt at 250-395-2006 to reserve some now.
Winners announced
The Lone Butte Horse Lake Community Association's fundraising raffle awarded prizes to some happy ticket holders.
A weekend for two at the Cariboo Bonanza Resort, including a fishing boat rental, was won by Murray Bird of Lone Butte. V. Kryschuck of 108 Mile took home the original painting by Betty Lunn. The pontoon boat with electric motor and fly rod from Lone Butte Sporting Goods was won by Judi Brown of Vancouver.
Thanks to everyone who supported this raffle and for the generous prize donations.
Shiny and new
A huge thanks goes out to Al Jones who has done a great job in refinishing the floor in the Lone Butte Community Hall.
Be sure to join us for one of the upcoming events and check out all of the recent repairs that have been done at the hall. Things are looking great and kudos go out to all of the community association members who continue to give of their time and energy to our little community.
Science Fair
Students of Horse Lake Elementary School were rewarded for their hard work on their science projects, and the top 3 of each grade was invited to attend the District Science Fair at 100 Mile House Elementary School today (March 6).
The following students took home first place in their grade: Grade 4 – Virgil Kennedy and Jake Morton; Grade 5 – Nate Wolstenholme; Grade 6 – Tyler Ohrling tied with Madeline Martin; and Grade 7 – Kolton Allwood and Alex Buurmeester.
Come on O.U.T.
Don't forget to join the gals from the Other Unusual Talents (O.U.T.) group on the first and third Tuesday mornings of the month at the community hall.
Drop in for some crafting chatter and yummy treats. Give Pat McKay a call at 250-395-2114 to find out more.
Wizard Of Oz
If you haven't already taken in a show, I hope you will come out and see the 100 Mile Performing Arts Society's presentation of The Wizard of Oz.
With myself and my three children participating, it is always a great opportunity for us to share the fun with our friends and neighbours. The Great Oz has spoken! See you there!