WEYBURN — Following the last year’s success with Bunco, WeyStrong committee decided to host a Bunco Ladies Night Fundraiser evening on March 8 at Cecilia's Banquet Hall.
The event is open to all ladies over 19 years. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. and three rounds of Bunco will be played. The evening is expected to wrap up by 10:30 p.m.
WeyStrong is a cancer support group that was formed in Weyburn in the fall of 2024. It fulfills the need for various forms of support for women living in southeast Saskatchewan. WeyStrong is inclusive of all ages of women who have ever received any type of cancer diagnosis at any time in their lives.
Their committee is made up of a small group of survivors that have experienced a variety of different cancers and who are currently in different stages, living life post-cancer, as well as an oncology nurse. Their overall plan is to provide support in a variety of ways including educational events, peer support, events to gather together and have fun, as well as eventually helping to equip the oncology unit that will be housed in the new Weyburn hospital.
With financial and in-kind support from the community, WeyStrong held its inaugural All Day Women's Retreat last October. The retreat was attended by 35 cancer survivors, who enjoyed a day of food, crafts, speakers and a few introductory rounds of Bunco to end the day.
Bunco is a simple, light-hearted dice game that takes very little skill.
“It is just good clean fun and is suitable for all ages,” the committee said.
The day was enjoyed by all the attendees, so the committee is calling on another Bunco night.
On March 8, there will be a cash bar, complimentary snacks, 50/50 draw, raffle table and a silent auction table.
Tickets are $40 and available for purchase through the WeyStrong Facebook page - EventBrite link, by sending a message or by emailing [email protected].
“WeyStrong’s hope is to make this an annual event, and we are asking the community for support to make our inaugural Bunco Ladies Night a success. Gather your girlfriends, family, coworkers, grandmas and aunties and purchase tickets to attend,” the committee said.
“If you are unable to attend, simply sharing our Facebook posts to help us spread the word. Since the game is not played in teams, you can join on your own as well. We don’t want anyone to miss out on the fun because they feel they need to come in a group.”
One of the most fun parts of the game is meeting new people as you slowly move around the room playing against and with different woman each round. The committee said they promise “loads of laughter and excited squeals as the dice are rolled and the game progresses.”
WeyStrong is also looking for support with a few raffle table and silent auction items as well.
“If you would like to contribute an item, please reach out. If you have any additional questions about the BUNCO fundraiser or WeyStrong in general, please contact us via email, FB or any of our committee members,” the committee added.
