Barb Castell – Division 3
Summer has been interesting so far this year. Rainy, sunny, stormy, windy, calm, loud, and unpredictable.
Despite the weather, I have a very lush pasture and a very productive garden, so far. My tomatoes and peppers have taken off in the greenhouse, but the cucumbers are a little behind.
120th Millarville Races
I had a fantastic time at the Millarville Races on July 1! Reeve Delilah Miller and I rode in the parade with Race committee member Anna DePaoli and her son Dominic. I will have to confirm it, but I believe it was a record turnout. Great weather, fast horses, excellent food, and visits with friends and neighbours.
4-Day August Kids Camp at the Millarville Racetrack
Tuesday, August 5 to Friday, August 8 9:30am to 12:30pm
Cost:
Current MRAS Riding Members $250.00
Non-Riding Members $290.00
This is the perfect place for horse loving kids to spend summer days with their horses and other horsey kids. There will be a riding lesson with Danielle Bartlett on three of the days. Crafts, games, grooming, ranch riding, patterns, showmanship, and more!
Children must have their own horses. Best suited for children ages 6 to 12. Children must be riding independently, unassisted and at minimum walk, trot, and stop their horses. Horses must be good in a group of other horses.
Any questions and to register please contact lynnbrunton@gmail.com. When registering please specify your child’s age. Once you have registered, deposit and payment instructions will be sent. 50% deposit is required upon registration.
118th Priddis & Millarville Fair – Registration
The Fair is coming up faster that you think, August 16 & 17, 2025! Have you ever entered a Pie Eating contest, or Watermelon Eating contest, or seen a Stock Dog demonstration, entered a Bale Toss? Now is your chance.
Everything you need to know is right here: www.millarvilleracetrack.com/priddis-millarville-fair
There is still time to register using the entry forms at the back of the Fair Book or register online. All entry forms and payments must be received no later than midnight, August 6, 2025.
NOTE: Anyone can exhibit but you must pre-register.
Go to the online registration at: www.assistexpo.ca/priddis-millarville-fair
118th Priddis & Millarville Fair – Discovery Card
You can pick up your Discovery Card at the Gate or the Information Booth. Look for red bandanas, collect your stamps, and discover the Fair. Hand in your completed card at the Information Booth (south of the Arena) to receive your participation ribbon and enter the draw.
Prizes for the draw have been provided by the following organisations: Bow Habitat, Calaway Park, Okotoks Recreation, and Alberta Birds of Prey.
Millarville Community Library
As the daughter of a former Director of the Calgary Public Library, I realise the value of community libraries. We are very lucky to have the Millarville Community Library right here in the Hamlet of Millarville.
We thank Jean Whyte for her years of service as our library board chairperson. Welcome to our new chairperson Sheila Hildebrandt. Consider joining the Library Board. It is a 1-2 hour per month commitment and is a great way to get involved and ensure continued success in having a library in our community.
This summer there is a Drop-in Kids programme that runs every Wednesday starting on July 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 a.m. Please come to the library for fun activities, crafts, and story time accompanied by a parent or grandparent.
Go to the Millarville Community Library Facebook page for details about extra special activities that will be happening at the Kid’s programme as the summer progresses. www.facebook.com/millarvillecommunitylibrary
Also, big thank you to Patty Webb, Arlene O, Susan B, Glenda B, and Yvonne S of the Millarville Horticultural Club for all their hard work and help in cleaning up the library garden. President Louise Patterson Bruns provided valuable information to keep the garden looking so attractive.
I look forward to seeing you at the Priddis & Millarville Fair, so be sure you come to the Information Booth (south of the Arena) and say hello to me and my group of volunteers. Have a great summer everyone!
Barb Castell
Phone: 403-931-3690
E-Mail: barb.castell@foothillscountyab.ca
Website: www.barbcastell.com
FaceBook: facebook.com/barbcastell.ca
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