Regina Grey Nuns Hospital School of Nursing - Memorare Yearbook (Regina, Saskatchewan Canada)

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Mardi Gras Sunday, February the 12th was crowned by an eventful evening at Christ the King parish hall. Yes, the Marian Society put on a full Masquerade Mardi Gras. The Crystallites from Little Flower supplied excellent music for dancing in the gaily decorated hall. It was ingeniously ornamented with valentines, cupids, balloons, and hearts. Paul Hack, our M. C. saw to it that everyone was having a good time. Two of our girls, Yvette Gauthier and Dianne Cullings won the prize for the Best Dressed couple. They sure made cute babies! ! Clarence Gelowitz from Little Flower was recognized as having the most original costume. Lunch was served and the Bard twins as well as the Barber Shop Quartet provided the luncheon entertainment. We would like to extend a special Thank You to Sr. Superior, Sr. Alice Brodeur, Father Andries, and all those who contributed, for having made this pleasant and exciting evening possible.

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November 22nd marked the night the students accepted the challenge of the Faculty Basketball team. It was a chance for students and teachers to get acquainted. The students managed, with hasty preparation, to scrape together a mascot, cheerleaders, and a de¬ termined group of former basketball players. The teachers put on a great show to get things underway. They entered the gym parading their various costumes -- patients, beatniks, bathing beauties, flappers, etc. The game got off to a good start with the faculty taking an early lead. Their combination plays were terrific and shots were out of this world. (As a matter of fact, they ' re still searching for the balls). Although handicapped by sewed baskets, ladders, cross-court playing, questionable refereeing, and penalties for speeding, the determined students carried on the fight. The turning point of the game came at half-time when members of the cheering section skillfully kidnapped the faculty ' s mascot, Bernard, the donkey. Heartsick and lone¬ some for their idol, the confidence of the faculty was shattered and the students easily over¬ came them. At the finish of the game all the tired faculty members were refreshed by a quick, cool shower, compliments of the students. The grand finale was the awarding of a cup for the most school spirit by Father K. Koep to Pat McCarthy, who represented the student team. We then all enjoyed cakes and donuts followed by community singing led by Miss Durealt. A special thank you to the faculty for a fun-packed evening! P. S. -- By the way, Bernard, the donkey, lonely and dejected, was found wandering near the General Hospital.

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Senior Activities The first activity of our senior year was a barbecue held at the east side of the residence. We enjoyed delicious hamburgers barbecued by our master chefs, along with drinks, chocolate bars, peanuts, and marshmallows burned to our own taste. A Sing-song and humorous games rounded up our activities. The long awaited day came when we as Seniors initiated the new Probie class. With their hair in pigtails, coats on backwards, rubber boots on their feet, and lipstick markings on their faces, the group was sent out on a scavenger hunt. Upon their return, the winning group was given a little reward for their efforts. This was followed by a supper enjoyed by Seniors and Probies alike. Members of The 1961 Graduating Class were guests of honor at the S. R. N. A. Christmas party held in the Solarium, and the Alumnae Christmas party held in the Nurses Residence during the Christmas season. The students ' annual Christmas party rounded out the years activities for 1960. Again the Preliminary class displayed their talents in a variety programme. This was followed by the Christ¬ mas pageant put on by the Seniors. Gifts were distributed by Santa, Mrs. Santa, and two little elves. The Colonial Ballroom at the Saskatchewan Hotel was filled to capacity January 27,1961, the night of the Senior Prom. The Andy Gables Orchestra supplies a variety of gay music for the occasion. Everyone reported a delightful evening of dancing and fun.