Square Butte Community Association
The wall restoration is well underway at the Hall. Excavation around the north basement wall has revealed some interesting concrete work. During the demolition, cable, wire, old chimney, no weeping tile, and large rocks were found. It was like looking back in time as a small window was exposed along with the original siding. Some of the materials used were part of the problem that led to the concrete deterioration and water leakage. We must remember that back in 1960 locals used what resources were available, as money was tight. The contractors are moving along, on schedule. In August, many volunteer will be needed to help rebuild inside walls, ramp etc. to bring our little hall back to the gem it was. In hindsite, it was a wise decision to do the wall restoration during the covid restrictions, as time would not have been kind to the deteriorating basement walls.
The fund raising has slowed but some of the grant monies have been received from the Millarville Horticulture Club, $750 landscaping grant and County of Foothills $35,000 matching grant.
Mark your calendars for Sept.12th, the SBCA will be hosting a Free Breakfast to kick off the 2022 membership drive and to thank all those who have helped in many different ways.
Square Butte Ladies Group
The ladies are getting back to some of their normal fundraising at the Millarville Market, with their first market netting $529 from 9 members baking contributions. Thanks ladies and those patrons that seek out our table at the market. The next market dates are August 7th and Sept. 11th.
History,(continued). The group currently supports 11 local charities and a family at Christmas. In the early years bake sales, bazaars, and an annual Strawberry Tea were held and as time went on, the ladies expanded their efforts to include a wide variety of money making ventures. These included bingos and raffles along with catering and the hosting of dances at the Square Butte Hall. In 1964 the group catered 3 weddings and organized 3 dances. From 1953 until 1990 the Gingham Ball was the ladies most well known dance.
In 1967 the group was asked to run the barbeque at the July 1st Milarville Races, a monumental task which continued until 1980. For many years the group has made a quilt to be raffled and that continues even now. Since 1978 the group has donated $95,000 to various charities. Times have changed but the existing group still puts on a Community Family Potluck on September 19th this year with outdoor games and races, cakewalk, quilt raffle draw and a delicious potluck meal. Contact: President, Jill Fry 403-931-3420
Square Butte Hall Contract Information
Address: 290132 Hwy 762
www.squarebuttehall.com
The Hall Website
www.facebook.com/Sqbuttecommunity
Square Butte Community Hall Facebook Page
www.facebook.com/squarebutteladies
Square Butte Ladies Group Facebook Page
Submitted by Mary Ann Watson
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