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Memorial snowball tourney players battle conditions

The annual Ryan Larson Memorial Snowball Tournament on March 14-15 saw seven teams competing on fields of ice

The annual Ryan Larson Memorial Snowball Tournament on March 14-15 saw seven teams competing on fields of ice, making for very hard work.

Co-ordinator Barry Larson thanked the teams for “making it work” in spite of the difficult conditions; Craig Charlton for all his help; and the concession ladies for “keeping us fed.”

The trophy went to the Horny Devils of Kamloops, followed by Lee Cleveland’s Boozin Buddies, and 100 Mile’s Unusual Suspects.

This tournament originated in 1985 to support Rick Hansen’s Man in Motion Tour, but in 1996, it became a memorial to honour Ryan Larson who passed away from meningitis when he was just 13. His brothers and cousins always field teams for the annual event.

Quilt show

The Log Cabin Quilters third Quilt Show at Interlakes Hall, July 11-12, celebrates its 30th anniversary. In addition to the beautiful quilt display, there will be a merchants’ mall, a raffle quilt, door prizes and a tea room. You will also find quilts for sale at this event.

Previous shows have been a mass of stunning colour and brilliant workmanship, so be sure not to miss it.

Celebrations

Birthday bubbly goes to Cheryl Parker and Lola Sullivan; to Danny Stewart who strikes a nice round number; and with 18 balloons, to Dawn Caldwell.

Many congratulations, on April 3, go to Isabelle and Les Poirier who celebrate 56 years of marriage; and Celia and Joe Visscher who celebrate 46 years.

Calendar

Call the writer for contact numbers.

• Lions Children’s Easter Party: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., April 4 at Interlakes Hall. RSVP to Ruth (250-593-4865) or Carolyn (250-593-4582).

• Deka Ladies Auxiliary meets 10:30 a.m., April 8.

• Interlakes Snowmobile Club meetings are over for the season.

• Kids Space meets 3:30-5.30 p.m., April 10 at Interlakes Hall.

• Crib, Deka Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m., April 10.

• Interlakes Economic Association meets 7 p.m., April 13 at Interlakes Hall. All interested parties are welcome.