An energetic new show, QUILTY... As Sewn! is waiting for you at community pARTners gallery in the Yorkton Public Library. Colourful quilts and a variety of other works of art by York Colony Quilters Guild is on display from now till late October. Eleven members of this longtime circle of avid quilters are represented in this exhibition, along with some group projects. A reception to celebrate these local artisans is planned for Sat., Sept. 27, starting at 2 p.m., just in time for Culture Days. Sew hope you will join us!
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Fall Supper, Knox Presbyterian Church (by the water tower) - Wed., Oct. 1, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Turkey and trimmings, meatballs, perogies, turnips, potatoes and mixed vegetables. Delicious desserts. Pre-schoolers free.
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Stage Fright - The Thrillusion show! Presented by Yorkton Lions Club - Sun., Oct. 5. 2 shows - 4 p.m. & 7 p.m., Sacred Heart School Theatre. Special advance ticket prices. Tickets available at Hearns Pharmacy or Wagner's Flooring or any Lion Member.
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The Community Concert Band, comprised of musicians who have a love of music making, rehearses on Tuesday evenings 7 - 8:30 p.m. Yorkton Regional High Band Room Sept 16. The concert band performs for community events as well as in several concerts each season. Previous experience is required. Everyone is welcome. Contact Larry Pearen 306-782-4182 or Dean Petersen 306-782-5155.
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St. Gerard's Parish is having their Fall Supper on Sept. 28. More info to follow.
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Assiniboine Food Security Alliance invites you to attend our Annual General Meeting at SIGN On Broadway, 345 Broadway Street West, Yorkton SK, Dreambuilders Work Program Classroom (use south door on north side of parking lot) - Mon., Sept. 29, 2014 starting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Email: [email protected] Phone: 306-782-3249
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1st Annual Peace Walk - Sun., Sept. 21, 1:30 p.m., Western Development Museum, Yorkton. Living Peace Association is a new, non-profit organization of volunteers in Yorkton and area. By embracing each other in a dialogue of understanding, we promote peaceful, non-violent and loving ways of living. We support initiatives for a more peaceful world. We welcome symbols of peace to display at the Peace Walk. This event is open to everyone. Your interest in peace is all that is needed. Email: [email protected]. Refreshments provided following the short walk.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Every one is welcome. Lunch is included. Music by: The Zayshleys, Sept. 19; Revised Country Lads, Sept. 26. Admission charged at the door. For more information phone Peter at: 306-782-1846.
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their regular meeting on Thurs., Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at SIGN on North Street. This will be a general meeting. There is a program change: Members, please bring along your Helpful Garden Hints to this meeting instead of the October meeting. You can also purchase your AGM banquet tickets at this meeting. And in October, we will look forward to Margaret MacDonald's history presentation! Everyone is welcome!
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The Yorkton Arts Council is so very pleased to present the next concert in the "Stars For Saskatchewan" concert series: Connie Kaldor, Thurs., Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. Connie brings her beautiful music, sparkling personality, and stories we can all relate to all in one bright, entertaining package! Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council 306-783-8722, on-line with Ticketpro at www.ticketpro.ca, or at the door.
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If you like big band music, then ALL THAT JAZZ may be the band for you. This 20 piece big band with 2 vocalists performs throughout the community with a variety of music from rock to show tunes and everything in between. The big band rehearses Tuesday evenings at the Yorkton Regional High School 8:30 - 9:45 and welcomes performance invitations. Previous experience is required. Everyone is welcome! Contact Larry Pearen 306-782-4182 or Dean Petersen 306-782-5155.
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their Fall Plant and Bulb Sale on Fri., Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Parkland Mall, Yorkton. Lots of great plants, ready to set out in your garden! Gardeners on hand to offer helpful advice! Everyone is welcome!
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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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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Monday, Columbia School, 119 Bradbrooke Dr., weigh in 6:15 pm, meeting to follow; Tuesday, SIGN East Entrance, 83 North St., weigh in 6:15 pm, meeting to follow; Wednesday, SIGN East Entrance, 83 North St., weigh in 12:00 noon, meeting 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Call 306.783.3765 or visit www.tops.org for more information.
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Yorkton Wildlife Federation Trap & Skeet Shooting 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the York Lake Trap Club. Call Barry at 306-621-4376 for details.
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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
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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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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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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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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.
