The crop of colourful sunflowers has been harvested; replaced by the dynamic crop of people now inhabiting community pARTners gallery! Pencil Paparazzi is a captivating collection of black and white portraits drawn from crowds at pow wows, motorcycle rallies, car shows & other gatherings by local artist, Lynn Strendin. Our "portrait gallery" is home to these subjects from now through January. Meet and Greet The Artist on Sun., Jan. 5, at 2 p.m. and share thematic eats and treats. Open during regular hours at Yorkton Public Library, Pencil Paparazzi is an engaging attraction for young and old alike.
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It's Christmas at the Library! Christmas Storytime - Thurs., Dec. 19, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Open to ages 3-5 years. Join us @ Yorkton Public Library Thurs., Dec. 19 @ 4:00 p.m. for our Christmas movie "Prancer". Fun for the whole family! Refreshments will be served.
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The Yorkton Arts Council has the perfect gift idea for the music lover on your list: tickets to a great "Stars For Saskatchewan" concert! Check out the line-up at www.yorktonarts.ca. The new year brings concerts by Musica Intima; John Gracie; Infinitus; Guy and Nadina; and Everything Fitz. Give the gift of music! Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council (783-8722), Welcome Home Floral and Gift Shop, or on-line at www.yorktonarts.ca
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Habitat for Humanity Faith Build presents: Project 3:16 "His Promise" A Drama/Musical Fundraiser March 6, 7, 8, 9, Anne Portnuff Theatre. Be a part of the event. The following are needed: Choir Members, Pianists, Band Musicians. Contact ingridstumph@hotmail.com or 306-641-6388.
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Citizens on Patrol Program Yorkton - COPP the eyes and ears of your community is recruiting new members. For an application or more info please contact COPP at 306-621-7361 (day) or 306-782-3197 (after 6 p.m.) or The Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP at 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7.
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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Closed over the lunch hour. Saturdays & Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. Stat Holidays closed.
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Come join the fun! Yorkton Community Concert Choir. Please call Laurene at 306-782-0460 or Anna at 306-744-2729 for more information.
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New Horizons Card Social - 78 1st Ave. N. Every 3rd Sunday of the month. Everyone welcome. Starts at 2:00 p.m. Bingo card game, pool, shuffleboard & darts. Light lunch included. $3.00 per person. Contact Ethel at 782-1621.
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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
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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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The International Women of Yorkton and area is a social group for all women. They meet one evening a month, at 222 Smith St. E., Yorkton. For more information contact Cathy at 783-2777.
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Music Makers invites you to a music & movement class for children ages 18 months through 3 years old. Come to a musical world filled with singing, instrument exploration, and creative movement. Heritage Baptist Church 11:25 to 12:00. Contact Diane Jones 306-590-7172.
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"Whoever said don't run from your problems never had to face a bully." Telephone and internet service for kids in Canada. No problem is too big or too small for our professional counselors. 1-800-668-6868 kidshelp.sympatico.ca
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The Yorkton Prostate Group meets every 3rd Thurs. of each month in the meeting room of the Yorkton Hospital. We promote early detection and speedy recovery. For more info call 306-782-5748.
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The Yorkton Antique Auto Association meets at the Western Development Museum in Yorkton on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. "Where old cars are discussed enthusiastically." While enthusiasm for old vehicles is required, ownership is not.
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Yorkton 4-H Light Horse Club is a project-based youth organization (ages 6 - 21) focusing on the growth and development of our members, leaders and volunteers. If interested in more info please contact Mr. DePape at 306-783-7769.
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LGBT Social Group welcomes and provides services to all people however they choose to define themselves in terms of sexual and gender identity. Our program provides a positive environment for individuals to gather and socialize. Our service also provides education and support services. For more information call Kelly at 306-783-8135.
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Parkland Woodworking Guild meets at 7:30 p.m. the 2nd Thursday of each month. Sept. to June, in the basement of Seventh Day Adventist Church, 384 Gladstone Ave. S. Our members do woodworking, carving, scrolling, turning or build furniture. We have a members library, visitors welcome. Contact Jerry at 786-6652 or Norman 896-2398.
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Park Swingers Square & Round Dance Club Weekly Dances - Every Monday 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Rounds, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Square Dancing. Location: Royal Canadian Legion, 380 Broadway Street W. Call Ray & Karen Thies at 306-782-9790.
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Tot Spot, 0 - 5 year old drop-in centre. Located at 345 Broadway Street West, in the SIGN building on Broadway. Running Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This program runs cost free to participate but donations are welcomed. Brought to you by The Boys and Girls Club of Yorkton. Call 306-783-2582, find us on Facebook!
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Yorkton Public Library - Book Club held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 2:00 p.m. Manga & Anime Club held on the last Wed. of each month 7:00 p.m., ages 12 - 19 yrs. Teen Book Club held on the 2nd Thurs. of each month (early dismissal day) 2:00 p.m. All programs are free. For more info or to register call 306-783-3523.
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Treasure Chest Toastmasters Club meets weekly on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at SIGN on Broadway. Impact your world by enhancing your communication and leadership skills. Guests and new members welcome. For more information contact: Faye Andrusiak - 306-782-2994 or Joanne McCready - 306-783-3034.
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Attention all lovers of boardgames; chess, othello, checkers, backgammon, go, Camelot etc., join the Yorkton Boardgamers Guild, a new group forming to promote gatherings to play boardgames and have fun. For further information call 306-782-1783 or email yorkton_boardgamers_guild@hotmail.com.
