Community Events

Yesterday a few ladies of the church hosted a great picnic (races, with finger foods afterward and some more games and running around).  It was geared toward the kids but anyone from the community invited.  It went really well, and thankfully we were able to stay mostly outside as it didn’t rain until near the end.  School started back this past Tuesday, and Sunday Club (kind of like children’s church in the U.S.) will start again in September, so we will probably start seeing more children in church again after the various travels of the 7-week holiday from school.

Liam in the 3-legged race

Colin in the egg (wooden) and spoon race

Sack race – Declan is in the green jacket toward the far end

Seated on the side of the church with the most protection from the wind…

Last weekend was “Stronsay’s Massive Weekend,” which is a big community fair-like event, and Scott and the boys spent a good bit of time at that.  There were team games, inflatables, crafts and other items for sale, food…. For a small island, there are a good number of community events throughout the year, so it’s helpful for getting to see and interact with more of the people here.

Inflatables – Declan and Colin leaning on the front; must have gotten worn out 🙂

One of the floats (Holland Haulage is the service for delivering things to and from the main island – everything from small packages to feed, lumber, and animals)