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Drostan Hall celebrates 65 years
Drostan Students: A group of students posed for a class
photo in 1933 at Drostan School. photo submitted
Kids at a Hall Picnic:
th
Drostan 65 :
At this summer's annual Summer picnic the Drostan Community Associated celebrated 65 years as a
registered society. photo submitted Pictured is the original Drostan School House
before any of its additions were added.
by Shaylyn Thornton gatherings. I believe this was the original members' do a craft or game for the kids,” said Orge. “People
vision as well.” always bring a snack or dish potluck style.”
th
2019 marks an exciting milestone for the Orge explained that originally a Christmas For their 65 anniversary, Drostan Hall
Drostan Community Association, as they celebrate concert was put on by children in the area, who celebrated at their Summer picnic with cake and
65 years as a registered society. would get off the bus at the Hall after school to balloons, in honor of their great history.
Before being converted to a hall in 1954, practice for it, and they would receive a goodie bag One of Orge's favorite memories of the Hall was
Drostan was a schoolhouse that was originally built on the day of the concert. their last big milestone, when the group celebrated
in 1931. This went on well into the 90s, although the 60 years. A reunion, pig roast, and pancake
The Drostan Community Association was Christmas concert has since been turned into a breakfast was put on in 2014, and many people
created when the children attending the school gathering of the community, with crafts and sleigh from the Hall's history were in attendance.
began being bussed into Edson, and the hall was rides for all to enjoy. “My grandmother and other relatives, as well as
named for the area of Drostan as well as the An annual picnic complete with games has been some board members today, went to the Drostan
Drostan School District. a staple of the Drostan Hall since it's inception and School,” said Orge. “It was so great to hear the
Drostan Hall is run by a board with eight is still an ongoing favorite event for the group stories that weekend from 'back in the day.'”
members consisting of President, Vice President, today. Currently, Drostan Hall is undergoing a much
Secretary, Treasurer, as well as four Directors. Other events held by the Drostan Community needed renovation involving removing their old
Treasurer of the board Roxie Orge said, “Our Association include pie auctions, an Easter party, wood stove and replacing it with a propane heater.
main purpose of the Hall is to provide community and a Halloween party. “At most events we try to “We were still heating the hall by wood heat up
until last winter!” said Orge.
The current board of Drostan Hall wants to
remember the hard work that has been put into the
Association over the years. Many people have had
a hand in keeping the Hall open and functioning,
and in working the “wonderful” events that really
set Drostan Hall apart.
“Nowadays people are often too busy to get
together with their neighbors or even get to know
them,” said Orge. “Our little old fashioned Hall
provides this treasure.”
The people involved in Drostan Hall are the true
difference makers that help the Association to keep
running. Throughout the Hall's history, they have
been blessed with people who work hard and care
about the community.
Orge noted that she loves “working with a great
team that is keeping the Hall open and moving it
forward,” though they are always looking for more
volunteers.
Orge encourages people to get involved with
their amazing community of people. All are
welcome to attend events, and those interested in
becoming members of the Drostan Community
Association can do so for only $20 per family, with
Seniors over 70 being free.
A group of children enjoyed taking part in one of Drostan Hall's annual Summer picnics. The picnics are Information on upcoming events can be found
still an event the group takes part in today. photo submitted through their social media page, and those
interested in other information such as Hall rental
can contact 780-723-3665.
Summers Drilling
Summers Drilling
Water Well Drilling
Water Well Drilling
A pr
A proud Alberta business, since 1917, oud Alberta business, since 1917,
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
drilling and water well r
drilling and water well repairs. epairs.
780-963-1282
4405 50 street
4405 50 street 780-963-1282
www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
Stony Plain, AB
Stony Plain, AB www
PAGE 10 MONDAY SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
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Drostan Hall celebrates 65 years
Drostan Students: A group of students posed for a class
photo in 1933 at Drostan School. photo submitted
Kids at a Hall Picnic:
th
Drostan 65 :
At this summer's annual Summer picnic the Drostan Community Associated celebrated 65 years as a
registered society. photo submitted Pictured is the original Drostan School House
before any of its additions were added.
by Shaylyn Thornton gatherings. I believe this was the original members' do a craft or game for the kids,” said Orge. “People
vision as well.” always bring a snack or dish potluck style.”
th
2019 marks an exciting milestone for the Orge explained that originally a Christmas For their 65 anniversary, Drostan Hall
Drostan Community Association, as they celebrate concert was put on by children in the area, who celebrated at their Summer picnic with cake and
65 years as a registered society. would get off the bus at the Hall after school to balloons, in honor of their great history.
Before being converted to a hall in 1954, practice for it, and they would receive a goodie bag One of Orge's favorite memories of the Hall was
Drostan was a schoolhouse that was originally built on the day of the concert. their last big milestone, when the group celebrated
in 1931. This went on well into the 90s, although the 60 years. A reunion, pig roast, and pancake
The Drostan Community Association was Christmas concert has since been turned into a breakfast was put on in 2014, and many people
created when the children attending the school gathering of the community, with crafts and sleigh from the Hall's history were in attendance.
began being bussed into Edson, and the hall was rides for all to enjoy. “My grandmother and other relatives, as well as
named for the area of Drostan as well as the An annual picnic complete with games has been some board members today, went to the Drostan
Drostan School District. a staple of the Drostan Hall since it's inception and School,” said Orge. “It was so great to hear the
Drostan Hall is run by a board with eight is still an ongoing favorite event for the group stories that weekend from 'back in the day.'”
members consisting of President, Vice President, today. Currently, Drostan Hall is undergoing a much
Secretary, Treasurer, as well as four Directors. Other events held by the Drostan Community needed renovation involving removing their old
Treasurer of the board Roxie Orge said, “Our Association include pie auctions, an Easter party, wood stove and replacing it with a propane heater.
main purpose of the Hall is to provide community and a Halloween party. “At most events we try to “We were still heating the hall by wood heat up
until last winter!” said Orge.
The current board of Drostan Hall wants to
remember the hard work that has been put into the
Association over the years. Many people have had
a hand in keeping the Hall open and functioning,
and in working the “wonderful” events that really
set Drostan Hall apart.
“Nowadays people are often too busy to get
together with their neighbors or even get to know
them,” said Orge. “Our little old fashioned Hall
provides this treasure.”
The people involved in Drostan Hall are the true
difference makers that help the Association to keep
running. Throughout the Hall's history, they have
been blessed with people who work hard and care
about the community.
Orge noted that she loves “working with a great
team that is keeping the Hall open and moving it
forward,” though they are always looking for more
volunteers.
Orge encourages people to get involved with
their amazing community of people. All are
welcome to attend events, and those interested in
becoming members of the Drostan Community
Association can do so for only $20 per family, with
Seniors over 70 being free.
A group of children enjoyed taking part in one of Drostan Hall's annual Summer picnics. The picnics are Information on upcoming events can be found
still an event the group takes part in today. photo submitted through their social media page, and those
interested in other information such as Hall rental
can contact 780-723-3665.
Summers Drilling
Summers Drilling
Water Well Drilling
Water Well Drilling
A pr
A proud Alberta business, since 1917, oud Alberta business, since 1917,
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
Summers Drilling specializes in water well
drilling and water well r
drilling and water well repairs. epairs.
780-963-1282
4405 50 street
4405 50 street 780-963-1282
www.summersdrilling.com.summersdrilling.com
Stony Plain, AB
Stony Plain, AB www
