Galloway Express June 2015

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Taste of Edson

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Aboriginal Day Fun

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Featured Artist: Denny May

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Marlboro Edlers

Artefact of the Month

The items held within the Edson and District Historical Society’s Collection have many interesting stories during their time in use, however sometimes it is the story of how they came to the Galloway that proves more interesting.

A few summers ago, an older gentlemen walked into the museum without paying. After running inside to gently inform him there was a fee to enter the museum, he turned away and continued to walk through the museum. As we restated that there was a $3 seniors fee to enter, the man rustled around in his messenger bag and pulled out a silver Canadian National Railway ladel. He placed the ladel on the counter and simply stated ‘this is my payment into the museum’. Without any further negotiations, we let him through. As it turns out, the man, Fred Makowski, once worked for Canadian National and had a wide variety of their paraphernalia. Mr. Makowski had travelled to Edmonton from his home in Drumheller to stay with a friend and was next off to Jasper. He spotted the Galloway and came in to check it out. He had a variety of spoons and other items in his pocket when he gave us the ladel, holding on to them until he found the right home for them in his travels, like the Johnny Appleseed of artefacts.

Town Hosts Foreign Consulate at the Galloway Station Museum

On June 19, Edson Town Council welcomed visiting diginitaries from the Philipines at the Galloway Station Museum. Food was prepared by the local Filipino community and the dignitaries, who included Her Excellency Petronila P. Garcia - Ambassador, were presented original paintings by local artist, Rory MacDonald, as gifts from the Town of Edson.

Taste of Edson

Join the Galloway Station Museum for the 2nd annual Taste of Edson festival on Wednesday, July 1st. In celebration of Canada Day, a diverse group of local artisans and food vendors will be gathering in the parking lot at Centennial Park to give festival goers a taste of what the Edson area has to offer.

Fudge, art, international cuisine & Henna Tattoos are just a taste of what you will experience this coming Wednesday.

Aboriginal Day Fun

Aboriginal Day, hosted by the Edson and District Friendship Centre in partnership with the Edson and District Historical Society joined Rotary Sundays in the Park this past weekend. Games, jugglers, face painting and music were enjoyed by over 600 people in Centennial Park.

The next Rotary Sunday in the Park is on July 5th.

For information on upcoming events, please visit www.edsonandareaevents.com

Featured Artist: Denny May

If you're not familiar with the story of Wop May, it's time to stop by the museum for a little history lesson. For those who already know about the heroic flight to Edson, you may be interested in one of several books that the gift shop offers, including one written by Wop May's son, Denny.

These signed editions of the 2011 publication include the history of May Airplanes Ltd, Commercial Airways Ltd, and is chock full of memories and photographs provided by the people who remember the flying ace best.

Stop by the gift shop or take a stroll through the museum to learn more about about Mr. Wilfred R. 'Wop' May.

Marlboro Edlers

From May 2015 to March 2016, the Malboro Elders (in partnership with the Edson and District Historical Society and help from Alberta Health Services) is hosting a series of free cultural events to bring Elders and youth together to inspire, educate and strengthen the community.

Through culture based activities and contact with tradition, ceremonies and experiences, this project, made possible by the Government of Canada New Horizons Seniors Program grant, will give the people of Marlboro an opportunity to connect through generations.

The first event was the Kickoff on May 30th, which was very well attended. The Marlboro Elders also participated in Aboriginal Day with the raising of a wall tent, free (delicious) bannock and jam and storytelling.

This program gives elders, youth and community members an opportunity to come together to showcase their traditions and share knowledge while enjoying good company, great food and entertainment.

New in the Gift Shop

Knit Alpaca Scarf by Liz Baird