Monthly Archives: November 2022

Many Happy Shoppers at Tinsel & Tidings Christmas Market

Submitted by: Diane Buhler | The Tinsel and Tidings Christmas Market was held at the Swan Valley Museum on November 26, 2022. We had more than 30 vendors and a steady stream of happy shoppers in and out of the doors during the sale. We collected non-perishable items for the Swan Valley Food Bank at […]

2022/11/30Local Interest

Coffee and a Chat – December 13 & 15, 2022

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee and a Chat December 13, 2022 Cultural Building in WSFN 10:00am – 12:00pm December 15, 2022 Senior Centre in Swan River 10:00am – 12:00pm This month’s topics: • Healthy Eating • Blood Pressure • Diabetes Speakers: Prairie Mountain Health Nurse (blood pressure related questions) Katie Kroeker, Community RD (healthy […]

2022/11/29Local Interest

Community Band Christmas Concert – December 9, 2022

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band presents “The Music of Christmas” Friday December 9, 2022 7:30 P.M. ESRSS Gym Silver Collection

2022/11/28Local Interest

Benito Christmas Craft and Bake Sale – December 17, 2022

Submitted by: Kathy Naclia | Benito Christmas Craft and Bake Sale Benito Rec Centre December 17, 2022 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Silver Collection and Penny Auction Draw Begins at 4:00 pm Something For Everyone! Scentsy ~ Greenery ~ Woodwork ~ Mary Kay ~ Schneider’s Gourmet ~ Watkins ~ Baked Goods ~ Norwex ~ Hanny’s […]

2022/11/27Local Interest

Swan Valley West Minutes – October 11, 2022

Regular Meeting of Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 11th day of October 2022 at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Darryl Pierrepont Tyler Kushniryk Matt Wills CAO: James Webb Administrative Assistant: Sheila Hawkins PODCAST: […]

2022/11/27Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – November 1, 2022

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux, and Councillors Bobick, Boychuk, Medwid, Powell, and Whyte. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, Public Works Dir D. Harvey, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, CFO T. […]

2022/11/26Local Interest

Swan Valley CTC Toy Drive: Nov. 15 – Dec. 16, 2022

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky | Swan Valley Communities That Care Toys 4 U Toy Drive Nov. 15 – Dec. 16, 2022 Bring a smile to a child this holiday! Stuff a Police Cruiser full of Toys Saturday, November 26, 2022 Swan River Fire Hall 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Meet Sparky the Fire Hall Mascot […]

2022/11/25Local Interest

Pyrography Demonstration, Men’s Shed

Submitted by Barry Fawcett: On Wednesday November 16, Men’s Shed at the Swan Valley Museum sponsored a Pyrography (wood burning) demonstration by Barry Fawcett. Although small in number, those who attended were interested in the information and asked several questions. The formal presentation was followed by a show and tell of completed art. For more […]

2022/11/25Local Interest

Tinsel & Tidings Market – November 26, 2022

Submitted by: Diane Buhler | Tinsel & Tidings Market Sat. November 26, 2022 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Featuring 30+ vendors Handmade toys Local Artisans Home-Based Businesses Silver collection & non-perishable food items collected for Food Bank

2022/11/24Local Interest

Beautiful Night at Community Foundation Annual Gala

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) The CFSV Annual Gala took place on Saturday November 12, 2022 at the Veterans Community Hall. It was a beautiful night to gather together as a community and celebrate the important work the foundation has done over the years. This year’s Gala featured delicious hors d’oeuvres and […]

2022/11/24Local Interest

Christmas Hymn Sing – December 3, 2022

Submitted by: June Jamieson | You’re Invited A Christmas Hymn Sing Sat December 3, 2022 3:00 p.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church 1200 First Street South Light lunch to follow.

2022/11/23Local Interest

Coffee and a Chat Talks Arthritis, Body Image and Falls

Submitted by: Services to Seniors The Coffee and a Chat session planned for November 8, 2022 at WSFN Birch River Reserve was unfortunately canceled due to poor weather. The weather cooperated November 10 for the Swan River session. Andrea Evans gave a talk and visual aid of exercises that are beneficial to people with arthritis, […]

2022/11/23Local Interest

Fantastic Turnout at Farmers Market Christmas Sale

Submitted by: Jena McKee Swan Valley Farmers Market thanks all of the vendors and shoppers who came out to the Christmas Sale at the Swan Valley Museum on November 18, 2022. We had a fantastic turn out, and the lunch provided was absolutely delicious! It was great to see so many people coming for lunch […]

2022/11/21Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – October 18, 2022

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Wintoniw and Councillors Friesen, Delaurier, Moriaux, Bobick, and Whyte. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. of Works D. […]

2022/11/20Local Interest

Former Swan Valley Resident Honoured in Lethbridge

City of Lethbridge News Release – November 10, 2022 Skateboarders, inline skaters, BMX and scooter riders will soon be shredding at the Wade Galloway Skate Park as City Council approved a new multi-year sponsorship deal with the Wade Galloway Foundation. The site, formally known as the SLP Skate Park, was a passion project for Galloway […]

2022/11/18Local Interest

Hockey Book Fans Attend Book Giveaway

Submitted by: June Jamieson | The hockey book giveaway went ahead as scheduled on November 6, 2022 in spite of the blowing snow and treacherous road conditions. Several avid hockey book readers came out to add to their collections, but there is still a lot left for a future giveaway, so watch for a more […]

2022/11/17Local Interest

CFSV Feature: Benito & Area Drop In Centre Roof

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) With the help of a grant from the Community Foundation of Swan Valley Inc., the Benito & Area Drop In Centre was able to complete a much needed roof replacement. The Centre plays an important role in the community by providing adults a place to spend their […]

2022/11/15Local Interest

Steeprock Bay Bible Camp AGM – November 26, 2022

Submitted by: Bethany Matejka Steeprock Bay Bible Camp Annual General Meeting November 26, 2022 6:00 pm CBF Church Swan River You are invited to join us on November 26, 2022 at 6 PM at CBF in Swan River for our AGM, including a pizza supper, hearing camp stories, and enjoying fellowship together.

2022/11/13Local Interest

The Serge, The Poppy, The Veteran: Icons of Remembrance

ValleyBiz Story | A march down Veterans Way marked the start of the 2022 Remembrance Day Service in Swan River. Wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph, followed by a Service of Remembrance at the Veterans Community Hall. Pastor Bob Lewis, Chaplain for the Royal Canadian Legion – Swan River Branch, delivered a Remembrance Day message […]

2022/11/11Local Interest

Shoppers Enjoy 41st Annual Calico Corners

Submitted by: The Association for Community Living – Swan River The Association for Community Living – Swan River has just hosted the 41st annual Calico Corners sale on November 4th, 2022. Crafters from around the area came together to display & sell their wares. It was wonderful to see the crowds of people come out […]

2022/11/09Local Interest

Curling Clinic Held In Swan River

Submitted by: Kari Goethe Approximately 50 curlers participated in the Curling Clinic held at the Swan River Curling Club on Oct 28-30th, 2022. Instructors, Chris and Lorne Hamblin from the Cargill Curling Training Center in Morris, MB were here to instruct interested curlers on how to improve their skills and learn more about the game. […]

2022/11/08Local Interest

Wood Burning/Pyrography Demo – November 16, 2022

Submitted by: Barry Fawcett Wood Burning / Pyrography Demo sponsored by: HOBBY SHED (was Men’s Shed) Wed. November 16, 2022 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Swan Valley Museum Hall rear door Limited to 20 people call Barry 204-614-0147 to pre-register.

2022/11/06Local Interest

Fall Back – Daylight Savings Ends – November 6, 2022

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 6, 2022 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 6, 2022 Set your clock to: 1:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in […]

2022/11/05Local Interest

Hockey Book Giveaway – November 6, 2022

Submitted by: June Jamieson | Hockey Book Giveaway Sunday November 6, 2022 2:00pm to 5:00pm #9 – 441 Dixie Rd. Swan River Use the garage walk-in door. Come find a book published from the 1950s to within the last few years on your favorite team/player.

2022/11/02Local Interest

Spooktoberfest a Screaming Good Time for All Ages

Submitted by: Jenna Koutecky, Community Coordinator Swan Valley Communities That Care This year’s Spooktoberfest was a great success, with nearly 1100 people in attendance over two days. This is a new Spooktoberfest record, as the event had previously taken place over three days rather than 2. On the first night of the event, we were […]

2022/11/01Local Interest