Hague

Hague Enjoys its Olympic Torch Moment

By Alice Funk
What an awesome day - the day that the Olympic Torch came to Hague, Saskatchewan.

A temperature of +2 brought out throngs of people. School children waved Canadian flags and sang "O Canada" as the torch bearers ran between rows of enthusiastic onlookers. Before we knew it, the torch was gone, and people looked at each other in disbelief.

It was a good thing there was a party planned. Everyone flocked to the local arena for a show by the Skating Club. This was followed by public skating and a supper that was free for all youth and children. To end the evening, a tremendous show of fireworks and a huge bonfire entertained the crowds.

What a wonderful day! Many went back into the arena to visit and recap the day over a cup of hot chocolate. The pride in our community and our country was quite evident. January 11, 2010, will come up in conversations for some time to come.