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35th SUNFLOWER Fine Art Craft Market

Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting Wed., Aug. 14, 2:00 p.m., Yorkton & District Nursing Home Conference Room. Everyone welcome. For more info contact the SHR Community Social Worker 306-786-0722.
Sunflower Market

Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting Wed., Aug. 14, 2:00 p.m., Yorkton & District Nursing Home Conference Room. Everyone welcome. For more info contact the SHR Community Social Worker 306-786-0722.

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Volunteers are welcome to join the Tree Days tree planting at the York Lake Regional Golf Course in Yorkton on September 21 at 9:00 a.m. Contribute to a greener community by planting trees and getting involved in this family event open to everyone. See details for this tree planting event and others at www.tdtreedays.com. People can register online at http://www.tdtreedays.com/en-ca/sites/306-Golf_Course or call Donna Tarr at 306-641-5101 or email donna.tarr@td.com for more information.

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This year marks the 35th SUNFLOWER since its start in 1979. A smorgasbord of quality fine art and fine craft is offered by the 150 or so artists and artisans from near and far that set up shop in Yorkton's Gallagher Centre. SUNFLOWER Fine Art Craft Market is a must on your activity calendar, Friday, Sept. 6th & Saturday, Sept. 7th. Festive spirit, great shopping, amazing raffles, tasty food and ample free parking keep throngs of happy people of all ages coming out each year to connect with old favourites and new discoveries. Hours are 5 to 10 on Friday and 10 to 5 on Saturday. Admission is free for preschool, $3 for students, $5 for adults. A bargain no matter how you look at it! Check us out at www.yorktonarts.ca, like us (and follow us) on Facebook. Call 306.783.8722 for more details. Proudly presented by the Yorkton Arts Council.

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The Yorkton Arts Council is proud the present the 39th "Stars For Saskatchewan" 2013-2014 concert series! Nine exciting concerts with something for everyone! "Memory Lane featuring Stephen Maguire" with hits of the 40's, 50's and 60's; Jeffery Straker, a dynamic singer-songwriter-pianist; Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys for great old-time roots music; a very special Christmas show with Jimmy Rankin; the captivating ensemble singing of Musica Intima; vintage Vegas sounds with John Gracie; the upbeat performance style of string trio Infinitus; the artistry and musicianship of Guy and Nadina; and the amazing fiddle tradition and step dancing exuberance of Everything Fitz. Season tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council office on Smith Street, or call (306) 783-8722. There are great "Stars" on the prairie horizon with "Stars For Saskatchewan"!

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1st Annual Corner-Copia Trade Show Royal Canadian Legion (corner of Broadway St. & Bradbrooke Dr.) 380 Broadway St. W., Yorkton - Friday, September 6 (4:00 pm - 10:00 pm); Saturday, September 7 (10:00 am - 6:00 pm). To book your table phone 306-782-2994 or 306-641-5910.

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New Horizons Friday Night Dance - 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Dance from 8:00 pm. to 12:00 am. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Everyone is welcome. Lunch is included. Music by: August 16th, Parklanders, August 23rd, Old Country Lads, August 30th, Ron & Sandra Rudoski, Western dress. For more information contact Peter at: 306-782-1846.

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Parkland Mall will be hosting their 3rd Annual Back to School Outdoor Movie Event on Thurs., Aug. 22 at dusk. The Outdoor Movie Event is free to the public. The Movie Event will give people of all ages an opportunity to enjoy their favorite movie in the comfort of their own park, while supporting a worthwhile community initiative. A terrific family event for the people of Yorkton. Approximately 400 people attended last year's event.

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The Yorkton Arts Council is thrilled to announce that Missoula Children's Theatre is coming to Yorkton in September! Information will soon be sent to Yorkton schools and students about this year's exciting performance! Missoula Children's Theatre: helping kids reach a new stage! For more information contact the Yorkton Arts Council at (307) 783-8722.

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Join us at the library all summer long for some fun. Children's programs: Storycrafts - Open to ages 3-7 years, Mon. & Thurs. 10:30-11:15 A.M. Activity Days - Open to ages 6-12 years, Tuesdays 2-3:30 p.m. Must pre-register, spaces are limited. (Registration begins July 2nd). Movie Day - Wednesdays @ 2:00 p.m. Everyone welcome! Free popcorn & juice. Game Day - Fridays @ 2:00 p.m. Join us for some fun board games! Everyone welcome!

P.S. Have you tried our self-serve check-out yet? Yorkton Public Library www.ypllibrary.wordpress.com 306-783-3523. Books - just the Beginning!

Anyone ages 11-17, join us for make your own pizza and watch "The Hunger Game" movie before "Catching Fire" is released in the fall. The teens will be watching Aug. 15 starting at 12:30. Due to overwhelming response we will be holding a second showing on Aug. 22 at 12:30 p.m.

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The Terry Fox Run at Yorkton is in need of volunteers to help organize the 30th annual Terry Fox Run happening September 15, 2013. For more information, please contact Nadine Frisk at 306-783-9746. Individuals, groups and/or clubs welcome.

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In recognition of our 35th annual SUNFLOWER, the Yorkton Arts Council is inviting creative expressions in any medium for HELIANTHUS XXXV, an exhibition at community pARTners gallery at the Yorkton Public Library. Detailed guidelines can be found online at www.yorktonarts.ca, as well as at the library or arts council office. Please register your interest by Aug. 15, with work to be submitted the week of August 21st, for display till the 21st of October. Collaborate, experiment, recycle, commemorate, reminisce, decorate, delight, celebrate! (Work must be ready to hang or stand alone, with some sunflower in it somewhere.)

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Art in the Country - Summer Art Show at Cherrydale Golf and Campground - May to Sept. 30.

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Habitat for Humanity is gearing up for another build and is looking for volunteers in a number of areas. To get your name on the volunteer list for the build or to be part of a committee, go to www.habitatyorkton.ca and click on "Volunteer Now".

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Get more spring in your step! Ramble on down to community pARTners gallery to swing into ABSTRACT RHYTHMS, composed by area artist Maryanne Tomashewski. Fans of Maryanne (after her 2009 exhibition "In Festive Dance") wish her well in her upcoming move to warmer climes, where she will, of course, keep her painterly "jazz" compositions flowing. These newest dynamic explosions in polychrome acrylics are guaranteed to perk up your day, any time during regular opening hours at Yorkton Public Library. YPL + YAC= pARTners!

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Help! I need a prayer. A private and confidential 24/7 prayer line to help hurting people in Yorkton and area. If you or someone you know needs a prayer, call 783-4498 or send your prayer request to Ineedprayer@sasktel.net. No one will ever get your name or phone number.

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Crossroads is a support group for women who are experiencing or have experienced violence. Group is held at SIGN on Broadway every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information contact 782-0673 or 782-5181.

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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.