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Air Cadets showcase grand manners at Mess Dinner
By Mary Giuliano
Saturday, April 21, was the 279 Elk Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron Mess Dinner.
Held at the Lizard Creek Cirque Restaurant this was a formal event that had lots of Rules of Order.
“No one may come in and sit down at the table, leave the table, read except for the program or send or receive messages. Phone use is prohibited. No foul language, political or controversial discussion, talk about work, speaking in a foreign language or telling rude or insulting jokes.”
On Dinner Etiquette: “Keep elbows close to sides at all times and never place them on the table, silverware or glasses must not be played with, never speak with food in the mouth or make gestures with utensils, never ask for anything that is not offered on the table.”
Good manners are regular practices in Air Cadets.
Young Canadians from ages 12 to 18 can participate in fun, exciting and satisfying activities while learning life skills such as leadership and teamwork.
Cadets develop social responsibility by learning Drill, First Aid, Aircraft Identification and Communication, Sports, Survival, Navigation, Marksmanship, Music, Aerospace and Airport Operation just to name a few of the learning opportunities.
Kids can join by contacting a local squadron in the directory or by showing up during one of the training nights to register. For more information about joining Air Cadets, visit www.cadets.ca.
I was impressed by the cadets I met that evening. This squadron has nearly 30 members, 10 being from Fernie, one from Jaffray and the rest from Elkford and Sparwood. They meet once a week in Sparwood and occasionally in Elkford.
The evening was a mix of formality and friendliness that showcased how successful this program must be for the Cadets.
Thanks goes to Captain Sherri Shaw, all the leaders, and the Sparwood Royal Canadian Legion that is a sponsor of the cadets.
Congratulations to the Cadets and to the leaders and sponsors for this working so diligently to provide this wonderful opportunity for kids involved in this programme.
Lead image: Some of the cadets attending the Mess Dinner. Photos courtesy Mary Giuliano
– Mary Giuliano is Mayor of the City of Fernie
