White Rock news

Hello, everyone. How is your September going? Fast? At least it has stopped raining every single day although the cool fall days have arrived quickly. It is hard to know whether to put a sweater on in the morning or not, especially for the kids that don’t want to be bothered with carrying the sweaters home in the afternoon.

The card party Sept. 9 had another wonderful turnout with nine tables plus one person. Ladies’ first went to Barb Mitchell. Eva Morine won ladies’ second and third prize went to Judy Levy.

Men’s first went to Laurie M. Levy while Laurie Garby won the men’s second. Third prize went to Willie Goler.

The traveler was won by Geraldine Cross and the door prize went to Leo Spinney. Judy Levy won the 50/50 and kindly returned her winnings to the community hall.

The card party for Sept. 16 had 11 tables plus one person in attendance. Hazel Boylen won the ladies’ first prize while the ladies’ second went to Reta Lloyd. Judy Levy won the ladies’ third prize.

Gents’ first prize went to Laurie Garby while Laurie M. Levy won gents’ second and Philip Long the gents’ third.

Frank Spinney won the traveler prize, Howard Coldwell won the door prize and Laurie M. Levy won the 50/50. He kindly returned it to the community hall. Prizes were donated by Leo and Cookie Spinney and Bruce and Helen Long.

Please note there will be two more Tuesdays played in Black River and then card parties will begin Oct. 7 at the White Rock Community Hall. This will make Sept. 30 the last night for cards at the Black River Hall at this time. The turnout has been great and it is wonderful to hear that so much fun has been had by all.

Happy birthday to Morgan Gertridge, who celebrated Sept. 3; Cookie Spinney and Blake Spinney Sept. 17; Julie Hawkesworth Sept. 18; Gertie Ells Sept. 19; Allen Oickle, who is celebrating Sept. 23; Eric Hoyt Sept. 25; Leo Spinney Sept. 26; and Jayden Cleveland Sept. 27.

Happy birthday also to Tatum Oickle, who is celebrating her eighth birthday Sept. 28; Jeff Long, who will celebrate Sept. 29; as well as Austen Oickle, who is celebrating his sixth birthday Sept. 29.

Happy anniversary to Larry and Mary Ann Long, who celebrated their 48th Sept. 17. Tina and Darren Gertridge celebrated 16 years of marriage Sept. 19 and Ed and Nellie Schofield will celebrate their anniversary Sept. 24. Best wishes to everyone.

I am also glad to report that Dick Weir is home from the hospital and is continuing to get better.

The White Rock Community Association meeting will be held Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at the White Rock Community hall. Parking is at the rear of the building and the meeting takes place downstairs. Everyone is welcome. Come meet community members and give some fresh ideas about what you would like to see happen in the community.

There is a Pot Luck Supper and Cake Auction Sept. 27 at the White Rock Community Hall from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Freewill offering.

Proceeds will go to Les Ells’ snowboard training in Italy for the upcoming Canada Winter Games. Bring your favourite dish and share a meal and some laughs with friends.

Also, Sept. 27 is Carrie Spinney Grover Day. Tour some old home sites in our area as mentioned in Carrie Spinney Grover’s book. Meet at the hall at 2 p.m. Potluck is at 5:30 p.m. and music starts at 7:30. Copies of her book of memories will be available to lend at no charge.

The Annual White Rock Community Auction will take place Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. at the White Rock Community Hall. There will be lots of items both new and nearly new to view and bid on. Come join the fun and see what interesting and wonderful stuff will be available.

The fall Harvest Tea, Plant and Produce sale will be held at the Black River Community hall Oct. 18 from 2-4 p.m. There will be a bake table, plants and produce for sale. Come and see for yourself what all the fuss is about.

The Craft Fair will take place Nov.1 at the White Rock Community Hall. I will get times for you and particulars for you in the coming weeks.



There are lots of things taking place this fall. I will update with more as I can. I know darts should be starting soon, too.

I will also update you on hockey as it begins again for those of you who like to volunteer, participate or just watch. If I have missed something, I am sorry. Just remind me by phone or e-mail and I will get it in as quickly as I can. Have a great week.