Calling all early-birds! The Yorkton Arts Council would like to remind you that Early Bird Savings are in effect until Wed., July 31 for the "Stars For Saskatchewan" 2013-2014 concert series! Nine exciting concerts, with savings of up to 47% off individual ticket prices. For more information call (306) 783-8722 or stop in at the Yorkton Arts Council office, 49 Smith Street. Nothing can replace the excitement of a live performance! Get your Stars For Saskatchewan tickets today!
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance - 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Dance from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Lunch is included. Music by: August 2, Andrew Mariniuk & Boys; August 9, Memory Lane; August 16, Parklanders; August 23, Old Country Lads; August 30, Ron & Sandra Rudoski, Western dress. For more information contact Peter at: 306-782-1846.
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58th Threshermen's Show and Seniors' Festival Aug. 3 & 4, Western Development Museum, Hwy. 16A West, Yorkton. Continuous variety entertainment, continuous demonstrations: blacksmithing, clay oven bread baking, grain grinding, rolled oats mill, miniature horse display, quilting display (Museum galleries), chainsaw display, gas threshing, ice cream making demonstration, stooking demonstration/competition, tractor fun & games, horsedrawn rides Sat. & Sun.
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Kids, join others from your neighborhood for the adventure of the summer! It's a week to be creative, play games, and hear about an epic story that you are part of! Aug. 6 - 9, Tues. - Fri. 9 a.m. - noon. Free enrollment. Children ages 5 - 12 yrs. old. To register for Vacation Bible School call Jackie at 306-782-9556.
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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 2). 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 33rd annual Terry Fox Run happening September 15, 2013. For more information, please contact Brandy or Robert by calling 1.888.836.9786. 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 [email protected]. 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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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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Yorkton Retired Senior Citizens Cribbage & Pool - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Lower Level, St. Gerard's Church. Lunch included. For ages 55 & up. Non-denominational. Everyone welcome. For more information call: Eli at 306-783-4546, Joan at 306-783-6042.
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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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The Sunshine Club is a drop-in centre for adults coping with mental health problems. We are located at 83 North Street, in the SIGN building. Normal hours of operation are Monday, Thursday, Friday and alternate Tuesdays from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. We are closed Wednesday and weekends. For more information please call 306-783-8135.
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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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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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