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Grayson
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Neil Ottenbriet
MAYOR
George
Weselak
COUNCILLOR
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Colin Rieger
COUNCILLOR
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History
Population is 210
Grayson has been traditionally known for its Polka-Fest, which was
the largest within Western Canada. This year the it will be a one day festival. Approximately 2,500 music lovers attended every
year, coming from across Canada and the U.S.A. They came by campers and mobile homes and some stayed in hotels and motels in
surrounding communities. Community leaders in Grayson say that the Polka Fest was a way to bring back the old days when people
made their own entertainment.
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Business/Industry
Dave’s Auto Body
Boswell St.
Phone: (306) 794-2151
Owned and operated by auto body specialist Dave Mokry. He specializes in all types of auto bodywork, glass repair and replacement. It is also an SGI accredited facility.
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Gelowitz Plumbing Ltd.
Railway Ave.
Phone: (306) 794-2204
Cell: (306) 728-7709
Local licensed plumber Brian Gelowitz services the entire Grayson and surrounding area. His expertise in the field is unmatched within a 60-kilometre diameter.
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Pari’s
Electric
Railway Ave.
Phone: (306) 794-4409
Local licensed electrician
Dennis Parislau services the entire Grayson and surrounding
area. He holds a decades worth of experience and continually
modernizes his electrical techniques to ensure that all
standards are met.
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Gelowitz Hardware Store & SGI Center
521 Railway Ave.
Phone: (306) 794-2060
Owned and operated by Lorraine Gelowitz. The store acts, as a one-stop shop for all your hardware needs. In addition, it is the home of the local bus depot, SGI Center and lottery ticket dispenser. It also has a vast collection of classic VHS movies available for rent.
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Bar G Tavern
Railway Ave.
Phone: (306) 794-4706
Available Off-Sale and drink specials make the Bar-G Tavern a
great place to spend the night. Also, the Video Lottery Terminals
at the back of the bar and pool tables add plenty of excitement to
the friendly atmosphere. The Bar-G Tavern is also a great place
for family entertainment.
Thursday is wing night, where individuals can start relaxing for
the upcoming weekend with cheap wing specials and ice-cold beverages.
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Fire Hall
Assiniboia St.
Phone: (306) 794-2100
The local volunteer fire department responds to local and
surrounding area fires and co-ordinates its efforts alongside
fellow communities to ensure public safety. It is jointly owned
by the Village of Grayson and the RM of Grayson.
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Rural
Municipality of Grayson No 184
Boswell St.
Phone: (306) 794-2044
Fax: (306) 794-4655
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Grayson Twilight Home
Assiniboia St.
The Twilight Home offers affordable housing to the seniors of the community and surrounding area.
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Village of
Grayson
Railway Ave.
Phone: (306) 794-2011
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Pari’s Lucky Dollar Foods
Railway Ave
Phone: (306) 794-2022
Fax: (306) 794-2261
Operating for over 45 years, Pari’s Lucky Dollar Foods, also known as Pari’s Solo Store Ltd., is a one-stop shop for all of your grocery needs. With the decreasing population in the area, business has also decreased but owner Doug Parislau remains optimistic and upbeat about owning a business within this small community.
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Ottenbreit’s Meats Ltd.
Railway Ave
Phone: (306) 794-2113
The Ottenbreit’s Meats began to form in 1955 by Alois Ottenbriet. Throughout the years, Ottenbreit’s famous sausage has become known as Grayson Sausage. The family-owned and operated business has won many provincial and regional awards throughout the years. Currently, the Ottenbreit’s facility still hosts a major flurry of activity with their meat sales and it is also a licensed liquor vendor.
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Marieval Enterprise Centre
Railway Tavern
MEC offers individuals a solution to their computing needs. They offer training courses and computer maintenance.
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Horizon Credit Union
Boswell St.
Phone: (306) 794-2155
For all your banking needs, contact the Grayson Branch of the Horizon Credit Union. |
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Grayson Senior Centre
Main St.
Phone: (306) 794-2199
The Senior Centre has hosted many events throughout the years; including anniversaries, wedding receptions, bake sales, etc. It can be rented for a very small fee and it includes a shuffleboard table and a pool table inside.
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Recreation
Grayson is host to many activities that can entertain any individual. For instance, available is the public tennis court that is well maintained. Also, the beach volleyball court can be utilized and for ball enthusiasts, they may use one of the four ball diamonds that are host to local Grayson Minor Baseball Games.
Grayson hosts other events, including an annual Church Picnic, which includes a fastball and slo-pitch ball tournament during the first Sunday in June. Come and try your hand at a few games or just come to watch.
In addition, Grayson School boasts a fabulous childrens’ playground.
During the winter months, individuals can enjoy public skating at the skating rink or can join the nightly curling league. Also, the snowmobiling enthusiasts can utilize the Melville Showstopper groomed trails that weave there way throughout the region.
Grayson Skating Rink
Assiniboia St.
Phone: (306) 794-2133
Grayson Curling Club
Assiniboia St.
Phone: (306) 794-2145 |
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Clubs/Organizations
Highway 22 Dance Association
The association has spent many hours planning dance routines, dance recitals, teaching and going to dance competitions. It specializes in teaching creative movement, tap and jazz. Also, in August, they host a two-day camp to teach young children dancing basics.
Ducks Unlimited
In 2005, Ducks Unlimited Canada owned and conserved ten and one half quarters of land in the Grayson Rural Municipality. They also have a forage and winter wheat program.
Grayson 4-H
Throughout the years, the 4-H club has participated in public speaking, curling, bake sales, and cleaning ditches. Leader, Sarah Lipoth, has taught the current ten members to sew and do crafts.
In Motion
The Grayson In Motion committee is a non-profit organization that has set up programs and organized workshops to promote physical fitness and well being in the community.
Knights of Columbus
The council consists of 26 regular members that meet on every second Tuesday of each month, excluding July and August. They also sponsor the “News and Notes”, a message of Christianity, announcements of community activities and local events are printed in this paper ten months out of the year.
Ladies of St. Mary’s Parish
Ladies within the community donate their time and money raised from their fundraisers for items needed in the church, hall, and rectory.
Parks and Recreation
Throughout the years, the Parks and Recreation Committee have undertaken many projects to better the community. For example: the construction of the local tennis court, hosting of babysitting and firearm clinics, offering scholarships and the creation of the town park.
Grayson Playschool
It is a structured environment of learning, playing, and sharing for children ages three, four and five. It runs from October until May with classes once a week. Within the five hours of school, there is playtime, crafts, reading, education activities and lunch. These activities help prepare the children for kindergarten.
Heritage Committee
This committee was best known for its work with the now-defunct Polka Days. Also, they were very busy planning the 2006 Grayson Centennial Festivities.
Polka Dot Players
Individuals within the surrounding area perform annual dinner theatres. Throughout the years, the Polka Dot Players have presented 23 productions; 13 full lengths and 10 short. Their performances usually include a meal, followed by the performance, with proceeds going to local organizations.
Senior Citizen Group
The senior’s group meets regularly to play cards and have a supper lunch. They also share in invitational whist drives with seniors in surrounding towns and villages.
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Education
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Grayson School
East St.
Phone: (306) 794-2055
Student Phone: (306) 794-2248
Fax: (306) 794-4434
Grayson School, located in Grayson, just north of Crooked Lake, is a child
centered school where all individuals demonstrate that they are ‘Always Progressing’, as stated in their school motto. Their school family includes all people connected with the school, homes, and community. Grayson School offers education from grades one to nine. Students from grades ten to twelve are bussed to Melville.
Grayson School offers:
- Low student to teacher ratio
- A fully equipped computer lab with high-speed internet service.
- A fully equipped Gymnasium
- Onsite Beach Volleyball Court.
- Onsite Baseball Diamonds.
- Onsite Tennis Court.
- Regular access to skating and curling rink.
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Religion
| Grayson is home to a breath-taking Roman Catholic Church. The local priest holds weekday and weekend masses.
The local cemetery is located very near to the church.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
East St.
Phone: (306) 794-2198
St. Mary’s Rectory
East St.
Phone: (306) 794-4834
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Transportation
Additional transportation services that are available to Grayson include a bus service through Saskatchewan Transportation Company to any of the major centres. Also, taxi service is available within 30 minutes from Melville or Esterhazy. Finally, Grayson is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes away from the Regina International Airport.
Tourist
Attractions
For tourists just stopping in Grayson for a little break, they should consider visiting the fabulous park and campground which is a great place for a picnic, football pick-up game or swing ride. Also, water and restroom facilities are in place for the publics use.
Grayson is also home to many kilometres worth of quad and snowmobiling trails. Local derby events are also held throughout the year, with the proceeds going towards the betterment of the community.
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Hunting is another favourite pastime for people around this area as many of the finest deer and elk have been spotted within the surrounding area. During the hunting off-season, a major pastime for hunting fanatics is shed looking where old antlers are discovered and typically re-sold for large revenue.
Also, Grayson is only ten minutes away from Crooked Lake Provincial Park. Those wishing to bathe in the water and the sun can rest assured that the lake just around the corner from Grayson.
Cecilia Hall
For bookings:
Ted Bateman
Phone: (306) 794-4939
The local Cecilia Hall is rented out for many special events such as weddings, anniversaries, recitals and plays. Furthermore, events at the hall seem to go all night since everyone has a great time and builds lifelong memories.
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Emergency Contacts
Emergency Hotline
Phone: 911
Fire Alarm
Phone: (306) 794-2100
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
515 Main St. (Melville)
Phone: (306) 728-1700
Sask. Power (24 hr. phone)
Phone: (306) 310-2220
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