The count down is on... Sept. 12 is the Yorkton Brain Boogie! Register today. There are many ways to join the fun and support the Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association — Form a golf team and gather pledges — register and golf — enjoy the steak dinner after. No matter what you do, you will raise money to help SBIA keep services for brain injury survivors in Yorkton. Yorkton, Sept. 12, Cherrydale Golf Course, registration 1 p.m. Welcome 2 p.m. For further information about the Brain Boogie and individual locations, please contact the Executive Director Glenda James, via email info_sbia@sasktel.net or by phone 306-692-7242 or 1-888-373-1555.
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Come and join the Canadian Federation of University Women, Yorkton, at a continental brunch on Tues., Sept. 19, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. at the Godfrey Dean Gallery, 49 Smith St. E, as they kick-start their new season. The organization strives to ensure that all girls and women have equal opportunities and equal access to quality education in a secure environment where their human rights are respected. Find out more about the events and their advocacy plans for the coming year. The club has a Book club and a Video club. We welcome women who support the mission statement of this club. For more info call Eileen at 306-782-5037 or Elsie at 306-783-4862.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 8 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Everyone is welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Admission: $8.00. Music by: The Zashleys, Sept. 11; Don & Friends, Sept. 18. Contact Peter: 306-782-1846.
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Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meeting, Wed., Sept. 16, 2 p.m. at the Yorkton & District Nursing Home. All Parkinson’s patients and interested persons welcome. For further info contact Marj at 306-783-7519.
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Starting Oct. 1, 2015, the Yorkton Public Library will be opening at 9 a.m. Monday-Friday.
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Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Wed., Sept. 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sunshine Room at SIGN on North Street. Everyone is welcome! Full details at www.yorktonhort.ca
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The Yorkton branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society holds their regular meetings on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Yorkton Public Library. Anyone interested in genealogy is welcome to attend!
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their “Fall Plant and Bulb Sale on Fri., Sept. 25 from 9:30 a.m. till 5 p.m. at the Parkland Mall. Great plants at great prices! Full details at www.yorktonhort.ca
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With Sept. approaching, General Alexander Ross, Royal Canadian Branch #77, will be in full swing, with all activities and programs resuming as usual. We have added more pool tables, shuffleboard and dart boards in anticipation of more players and competitions. Visit our website on Google for more details. The Yorkton branch has a membership drive on for active new members. We need a good turnout at our Sept. 30 general meeting, as we need 20 volunteers to fill our committees in order to fulfill the many activities and programs that our branch wishes to provide.
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Alzheimer & Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting - Wed., Sept. 9, 2:00 p.m., Yorkton & District Nursing Home Small Conference Room. Everyone welcome. For more info contact YRHC Social Work Dept. 306-786-0463.
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AFSA will again offer the Gardeners Market from Aug. 8 - Sept. 19. Sat. mornings, from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at the Prairie Christian Life Centre north parking lot. Producers of vegetables, fruits, and flowers may register by email at etheldabl@hotmail.com or phone Stacey at 306-641-1439. Processed items are not accepted. Cost is 10% of sales.
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It’s the sale you wait for! It’s the St. Gerard’s CWL Annual Gigantic Garage Sale, Thurs., Sept. 17, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Fri., Sept. 18 , 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at St. Gerard’s Parish Complex, 125 Third Avenue North, Yorkton! There are treasures for everyone including books, collectibles, toys, clothing, small household items… the list goes on and on! Don’t forget the special jewellery table! Pie and coffee special, only $3.00 served all day, each day. No admission; everyone is welcome!
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Volunteers Needed! The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for the Friendly Visiting Program for Seniors. Volunteers will be trained to provide weekly visits or phone calls to socially or geographically isolated seniors in Yorkton and surrounding area. One hour every other week is all that is required to provide social interaction with a senior and peace of mind for family and caregivers. For more information contact 306-620-3281 or email michelleb.smith@redcross.ca
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The York Lake Morning Ladies Club 9 holes at 9:00 a.m. on Monday and Fun Golf at 9:00 a.m. on Wed. This will continue through till mid Sept. Come and join us as we’d love to get to know you.
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Interested in finding a new outdoor activity? Want to be involved in a low cost, fun sport? Then come out to Patrick Park Disc Golf Course every Tuesday evening from May 5 through until Sept. This will be an evening gathering of players of all skill levels and ages to learn about disc golf, meet other players, trade discs and most of all have fun. Interested participants can show up any time after 7 p.m. and join in for some fun clanging a few chains. For further information search out ‘Disc Golf Courses of the Parkland’ on Facebook, and stay tuned for more information on upcoming night disc golf events (yes play in the moonlight), and competitive tournaments.
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Canadian Blood Services - Volunteer today. Because of you, lives can be saved. When you donate your time to Canada’s blood system, you are helping to save lives. You can become a community educator, donor ambassador or blood donor recruitment expert. You can make a difference by: • Volunteering your skills and experiences in our clinics by becoming involved with donor support through our donor ambassador role or hospitality role • Volunteering in your community by speaking to the public about the need for blood, recruiting new donors and promoting upcoming blood donor clinics. We’ll provide the training – You provide the time. For more information contact: Marilyn Chambers, Coordinator, Volunteer Resources 306-347-1646, marilyn.chambers@blood.ca
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Donate at the following Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline® drop boxes and help the more than 9 million Canadians living with diabetes and prediabetes: Rock FM Radio, 395 Riverview Rd., SIGN Family Support, 345 Broadway St. W. Clothesline® drop boxes happily accept all cloth based items, shoes, hats, belts and more.
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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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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.
