The Big Valley Historical Society's open house this past Sunday at their new museum building was a great success. About 60 people were there at the start. Rod Miller cut the ribbon and officially declared the building open. More people came and went throughout the next two hours and visitors had a good look around inside. The museum will not really be open until next summer as there is still a lot of work to do setting up the displays. However, if you would like to see inside just contact a historical society member and they would love to show you around.
The Elks' first meeting after the summer break had eight members and one guest attending. A disbursement was made to Stars with recognition going to the Rumsey Ride Committee who raise significant funds each year. A letter received from the Big Valley Fire Hall for assistance in procuring a "Jaws of Life" was tabled until the next meeting pending more information.
Halkirk Elks will hold an Oyster and White Elephant Supper on Saturday, Oct. 17. Happy hour starts at 5:30 with supper from 6 to 7:30. The club draw was scooped by Paul Elines, who donated his portion to the children's fund. Winners of the Club 200 draws for the last three months are: July - Allan Jacobson, Hannah Elines, Larry Meyer, Lorne Parkin. August - Neil Sandberg, Abby Webster, Al Berresford, Marge Kiemle. September - Don and Joyce Bolton, Vern Thuro, Len McCook, and Sharon Duncan for $100.
The Big Valley Minor Hockey Association will hold a bottle drive on Friday, Oct. 16. Anyone wishing to donate bottles could leave them at the end of their driveway for the team to pick up after school. Thank you for helping minor hockey happen in Big Valley.
The Big Valley E Free church will host KIDS KLUB again this year, every Wednesday after school from 2:45 until 4:30 p.m. at the clubhouse across the street from the church starting Oct.7 and continuing until the last Wednesday in April. KIDS KLUB is a free activity for children ages five to 12. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Dina Clark.
The new season of the Big Valley Inn Crib Tournaments begins on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come on down and enjoy the afternoon playing crib and visiting with friends and neighbors. Call Trudy Spence at 403-876-2571 for more information.