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Rustic Stars Rustic Stars in Hardisty Alberta


The little country store
Christmas store
Alberta Registry

PLEASE RESPECT PRIVATE PROPERTYWe would like to remind everyone that our dumpster is PRIVATE and is not for public use.O...
10/12/2026

PLEASE RESPECT PRIVATE PROPERTY

We would like to remind everyone that our dumpster is PRIVATE and is not for public use.

Our camera show that at 12:53 AM on October 10, 2026.
Somebody dropped this off. In the middle of the night???
To whoever has left their belongings and unwanted items in front of our dumpster, we ask that you please return, pick up your items, and dispose of them properly.

This is not a public dumping area, and leaving unwanted items in front of the dumpster is not acceptable.

Please also be reminded that we have security cameras monitoring the dumpster area.

We would appreciate having these items removed as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our property clean and accessible.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM GLADYS!Just a friendly reminder from your favourite goose…COOK THE TURKEY, NOT THE GOOSE!I’ve on...
10/12/2026

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM GLADYS!

Just a friendly reminder from your favourite goose…

COOK THE TURKEY, NOT THE GOOSE!

I’ve only been at Rustic Stars a couple of weeks, and I’m not ready to be anyone’s Thanksgiving dinner!

All jokes aside, we are truly thankful for our wonderful customers, friends, and community!

Wishing you all a Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and full bellies!

Love, Gladys & the Rustic Stars Crew

P.S. I’m not even sure Trish can cook!

GLADYS SPEAKS: EXCUSE ME… WHO AUTHORIZED THIS?!Well, well, WELL!Gladys here, reporting live from Rustic Stars, where app...
10/08/2026

GLADYS SPEAKS: EXCUSE ME… WHO AUTHORIZED THIS?!

Well, well, WELL!

Gladys here, reporting live from Rustic Stars, where apparently NOBODY feels the need to run anything past management anymore!

I thought we had enough problems around here with Christmas trees showing up, boxes everywhere, decorations scattered from one end of the store to the other, and those suspicious-looking body bags!

But TODAY?!

Oh, honey. TODAY takes the cake!

I’m sitting here, minding my own business, keeping a watchful eye on the place, when all of a sudden some woman shows up and starts PAINTING ON THE WINDOWS!

YES! PAINTING!

ON THE WINDOWS!

Now, correct me if I’m wrong, but aren’t we supposed to be keeping those CLEAN?!

She’s got paintbrushes, she’s got colours, she’s got some sort of winter wonderland masterpiece happening, and nobody has explained a single thing to ME!

And just when I thought things couldn’t get any stranger, I look outside and WHAT DO I SEE?!

THE REGISTRY STAFF IS OUT THERE PEELING VINYL OFF THE WINDOWS!

PEELING IT RIGHT OFF!

Excuse me?!

Does nobody work at their own job anymore?!

We’ve got registry staff outside stripping windows, somebody inside painting them, Christmas trees popping up everywhere, and Trish running around acting like this is all perfectly NORMAL!

Meanwhile, I’m sitting here wondering if anyone has considered getting a PERMIT from the Goose Department!

I mean, REALLY!

I’ve only been in management for a week and already this place is completely out of control!

And the worst part?

NOBODY EVEN ASKED GLADYS!

Not one meeting.

Not one memo.

Not even a courtesy HONK!

Apparently, we’re transforming Rustic Stars into some magical Christmas wonderland for 2026.

Well, that’s what THEY keep telling me.

Personally, I think they’ve all lost their minds.

Although… I must admit… those windows are starting to look rather pretty.

NOT that I’m giving anyone a compliment just yet!

We still have a whole store to transform, Christmas trees to decorate, mysteries to solve, and apparently an entire staff that needs supervision.

So I’ve decided there will be some changes around here!

Effective immediately:

1. All decorating decisions must be approved by Gladys.
2. No painting, peeling, climbing ladders or moving Christmas trees without notifying management.
3. Registry staff must explain why they’re outside doing renovations instead of registry things.
4. Trish is to stop pretending she’s in charge.
5. And somebody needs to explain WHAT ON EARTH IS GOING ON AROUND HERE!

Honestly, you leave these people unsupervised for FIVE MINUTES!

But between you and me…

I think something pretty special is happening at Rustic Stars.

And I have a sneaking suspicion this is only the beginning!

Stay tuned, folks. The 2026 Rustic Stars Christmas transformation is officially underway, and Gladys is watching EVERY move!

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got some staff to straighten out.

HONK HONK!

Love,
Gladys
Self-Appointed Director of Christmas Operations, Window Inspection & Staff Discipline

P.S. Does anyone know if there’s a union for overworked porch geese? Asking for myself.

GLADYS NEEDS YOUR HELP!Well, apparently I’ve been put in charge of finding a few things around here.I’m not saying Trish...
10/08/2026

GLADYS NEEDS YOUR HELP!

Well, apparently I’ve been put in charge of finding a few things around here.

I’m not saying Trish can’t find them herself… but we all know things get done faster when Gladys takes over.

Here’s what I’m hunting for:

ADULT DANCE COSTUME
I need PINKS and PURPLES with lots of sequins, glitter, sparkle and SHINE!

And when I say sparkle, I mean I want to see this thing from across the street.

CHRISTMAS TRAIN SET
I’m looking for a train set that can go around the bottom of a Christmas tree.

Used is perfectly fine, as long as it works!

A FEW 4-FOOT CHRISTMAS TREES
These ones are going OUTSIDE to help decorate our downtown space for Christmas.

They definitely do not need to be new or perfect. We’re going to make them pretty!

So start digging through those closets, basements, garages and storage rooms.

Before you throw something out, Gladys might want it!

If you have anything that could work, send us a message or drop a picture in the comments.

And SHARE this post!

Gladys has Christmas plans… and apparently they’re getting bigger by the day.

Love,
Gladys
Official Rustic Stars Porch Goose
Unofficial Supervisor of Everything

THE CHRISTMAS TREES HAVE ARRIVED AT RUSTIC STARS!And just like that, the transformation of Rustic Stars into our 2026 Ch...
10/07/2026

THE CHRISTMAS TREES HAVE ARRIVED AT RUSTIC STARS!

And just like that, the transformation of Rustic Stars into our 2026 Christmas Store has officially begun!

Right now, things are looking a little less like a magical Christmas wonderland and a little more like… complete Christmas chaos.

Trees are going up, boxes are everywhere, decorations are coming out, and there are some VERY suspicious-looking giant red plaid “body bags” scattered around the store.

And this year, apparently I have a supervisor.

Gladys is on the job.

She has been wandering around trying to figure out exactly what is happening around here.

“Why are there Christmas trees in October?”

“What is in all these bags?”

“Why does this place look like Christmas exploded?”

“And does anyone actually know what they’re doing?”

Listen, Gladys. Trust the process.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be turning all of this chaos into our 2026 Rustic Stars Christmas Wonderland, complete with our themed Christmas trees and all the Christmas magic you’ve come to expect.

Our themed trees are still TOP SECRET, and we won’t be revealing them until our big Christmas kickoff on the first Saturday in November!

So please be patient with us while the store is under construction. It might look a little crazy before it looks magical.

And as for those giant plaid bags…

Gladys has questions.

We’re not answering them yet.

Christmas 2026 is officially underway at Rustic Stars.

And with Gladys supervising, I have a feeling this could be an interesting year.

10/02/2026

Well folks, I think I’ve done enough around here for one day.

I got myself a name.
I introduced myself.
I took over Trish’s Facebook.
And somehow… I still haven’t been fired.

I’d say that was a pretty successful first day.

I suppose I should give Trish her Facebook account back for the evening. She’s been hovering.

But don’t get too comfortable, Trish.

I’ll be back tomorrow.

And I have a feeling there might be a wardrobe change involved.

Goodnight, everyone.

Gladys
Rustic Stars Porch Goose
Self-Appointed Management
Temporary Facebook Administrator
Professional Troublemaker

10/02/2026

Well, well, well…

Looks like Trish left her Facebook account unattended.

Big mistake.

Gladys here.

Now that I officially have a name, I figured it was time I introduced myself properly.

Apparently I’m supposed to stand around Rustic Stars, look cute, wear whatever outfit Trish puts me in and mind my own business.

That last part isn’t going to happen.

I’ve only been here a short time and I’m already seeing plenty of things that could use my supervision.

So while Trish thinks this is still her page, I thought I’d pop on and leave you all a little message.

Turn up your volume and have a listen.

And Trish, if you’re reading this…

You really should change your password.

Signed,
Gladys
Rustic Stars Porch Goose
Self-Appointed Management

SHE HAS A NAME… FINALLY!First, sorry for the delay in getting our big reveal posted!We had a few little technical diffic...
10/02/2026

SHE HAS A NAME… FINALLY!

First, sorry for the delay in getting our big reveal posted!

We had a few little technical difficulties this afternoon.

Now, I’m not pointing fingers… but it seems awfully suspicious that everything was working just fine before Gladys officially got the job.

Apparently our new employee has a lot to learn.

But we are FINALLY ready!

68 names. One wheel. One very opinionated porch goose.

The wheel was spun and the official name of our Rustic Stars porch goose is…

GLADYS!

And somehow, it suits her perfectly.

A little while ago, this silly goose showed up at Rustic Stars without an application, an interview or even asking if there was a position available.

She found herself a spot, put on her little hat, oversized glasses and buffalo plaid, and apparently decided she worked here.

Since then, she has become our official greeter, head of security, supervisor of absolutely everything I do and, judging by that look on her face, possibly management.

The only thing she was missing was a name.

Thanks to all of you, she finally has one.

Welcome to Rustic Stars, Gladys!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who joined in and sent us names. 68 names made it onto the wheel, and there were so many funny, clever and creative suggestions.

And here’s where it gets even better…

We had THREE people submit the winning name, GLADYS!

There was no way we were going to choose between them, so we will be giving away THREE $30 Rustic Stars gift certificates!

Congratulations to:
Bernice Brooks
Lisa Groves
Bree Scott
Send us a private message and we will get the information we need to get you your gift certificate.

Now that Gladys has a name, a job and apparently an opinion about everything, something tells me you’ll be seeing a lot more of her.

The Adventures of Gladys are officially beginning…

P.S. Gladys would like it noted that she accepts absolutely no responsibility for today’s technical difficulties.

I’m not sure I believe her.

10/02/2026

DRUMROLL, PLEASE…

The Randomizer is ready.
68 names are on the wheel.
Only ONE name will become the official name of our Rustic Stars porch goose!

Who’s it going to be?

Here. We. Go…

SPIN THAT WHEEL!

10/01/2026

We're Hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator!

Bullhead Environmental is looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in the Hardisty area.

If you have experience operating trackhoes, dozers, Skid steer and graders, we want to hear from you.

This full-time position requires:
• Experience operating: Trackhoe, Dozer,Grader and skid steer
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's licence with a clean driver's abstract
• Ability to pass a Drug & Alcohol test
• H2S, First Aid, Ground Disturbance, and CSTS certifications, or willingness to obtain them

At Bullhead Environmental, you'll be part of a team that takes pride in quality work, values safety, and tackles a variety of environmental, earthworks, civil construction, and oilfield projects.

Interested?

Send your resume to [email protected] and join a team that's built on hard work and getting the job done right.

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Address

5104 50th Street
Hardisty, AB
T0B1V0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17808880008

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