The Brayden Ottenbreit Memorial Book Fund, generously supported and annually funded by the Kinsmen Club of Yorkton, is currently accepting applications for the provision of books or other items to any school, group or organization in need of materials to promote and encourage literacy. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a 500-word essay to [email protected] during the month of February, stating their need and items they wish to receive through this funding.
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The Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood is sponsoring a Pre-Lenten Dance on Feb. 18 starting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Cultural Centre. Music by J.J. Guy (Lone Tree Band). Tickets include lunch & door prize. Tickets available at Plum Tree, The Hair Shop, Frame Works, and Epic Audio Video. For more info call Lorne@ 783-4862 or Glen @ 783-7040.
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Assiniboine Food Security Alliance is hosting the 2nd Annual Prairie Sun Seed Festival on Sat., Feb. 25 from 1 to 4:40 p.m. at Dr. Brass School Gymnasium. Admission is a non-perishable food or donation to local food banks. This celebration of the diversity of seed and the culture of growing food locally features exhibits, displays by local food producers, seed sellers, gardening and seed workshops, food preservation demonstrations and a seed exchange. The Yorkton Public Library will be hosting a children's story time at 1:15 and 2:15 p.m. For more info visit www.asfamatters.ca or phone Heather at 786-0604.
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St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Women's League presents our Annual Garage Sale one day only. Thurs., Feb. 23, 2012. Time 9 a.m. - 7.30 p.m. at St. Mary's Cultural Centre, 240 Wellington Avenue, Yorkton, Sask. Wide selection of clothing, smaller household articles as well as many other bargains to catch your eye. Coffee break treats for sale as follows: Coffee and Cinnamon buns for your AM coffee break. Coffee and pie for your PM coffee break. See you there.
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Yorkton and District Horticultural Society Regular Meeting Wed., Feb. 15, 7:00 p.m., Sunshine Room, SIGN, North St., Yorkton. Special guest: Sonja Pawliw speaking on growing mushrooms. Everyone is welcome.
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Old Time Pattern Dance - Sun., Feb. 26, 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. at Royal Canadian Legion, 380 Broadway St. W., Yorkton. Refreshments after dance. Everyone welcome. For info phone Pauline 647-2552.
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The Yorkton Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society invite you to see their display at the Open House at the Yorkton Public Library on Thurs., Feb. 16. Check out our display and find our more about our group. New members are always welcome!
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The Yorkton Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society will be taking part in Heritage Day at the Western Development Museum Sun., Feb. 19 from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. If you are interested in researching your family tree, talk to any Society member and find out more about our group! New members are always welcome! Our February annual meeting will be held at the same time.
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The Yorkton Arts Council presents Prairie Debut - Alexander Sevastian - Wed., Feb. 15, 2012 - 8:00 p.m. - Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School.
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The L.G.B.T Social Group program 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. Our next meeting is Feb. 28. Meeting at the Gloria Hayden Centre from 6-7 p.m. & then 7-8 p.m. at the Drop-In Centre for coffee.
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FREE. Every Tuesday evening @ 7 p.m. at Deer Park Golf Course. Come ski with the Yorkton Cross Country Ski Club along our beautiful, well groomed trails. Bring a head lantern. Meet in parking lot near clubhouse. FREE. Every Wednesday afternoon @ 2 p.m. at Deer Park Golf Course. Fun leisure ski. Everyone welcome. Meet in parking lot near clubhouse. Our next event will be a Ski Safari held on Family Day, Mon., Feb. 20 @ 1 p.m. at Deer Park. We'll be hunting for hidden stuffed animals along the route and marking their location on our Safari Map. Wear Safari clothes over your ski outfit, if you would like. The person or persons spotting the most animals will be crowned Safari King or Queen.
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Habitat for Humanity Curling Funspiel - Feb. 17 at 7:30 p.m., Yorkton Curling Club. Enter a corporate team, friends or family, all is welcome. Theme: Disco. To register contact the Yorkton Curling Club 783-4127 or Karen at LR Future 783-7737. 100% of the proceeds will go to Habitat for Humanity Regina - Yorkton Project.
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Free family fun at Deer Park Golf Course, Mon., Feb. 20 @ 1 p.m. The Yorkton Cross Country Ski Club (Nordic skiing) is hosting a Family Day Ski Safari. We'll be hunting for hidden stuffed animals along our groomed trails. When you spot one, mark it on your Safari Map. When you get back to our warm clubhouse, hand in your map and the person or persons that have spotted the most will be crowned Safari King or Queen. This is not a timed event. Wear Safari gear over your ski clothes if you wish. Hot dog sale to follow: $3.00 for one or 2/$5.00, includes a beverage. All proceeds to go to our trail grooming equipment fund. Washroom available. You do not have to be a member in order to participate. Everyone welcome.
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February Is Library Lovers Month! Be part of the celebration at Yorkton Public Library! *Toddler Time: Thursdays all month from 10:30 - 11:00 - for parents & tots 6 - 36 months. *Pre-School Storytime: Thursdays all month from 10:30 to 11:15 - for 3 - 5 yr. olds & parents. *Board Game Night at the Library: Wednesdays, Feb. 22 @ 7 p.m. - join in the fun. *Wood You Believe? exhibit open all month in community pARTners gallery. *Afternoon Book Club: Wed., Feb. 15 @ 2:00. *YPL-The Next Chapter: Thurs., Feb. 16 @ 1:30. Dynamic re-dedication of our "new" home with goodies, guests, good wishes, guides and more. *E -Readers Made E-asy: Workshops with Lori Barsi, our in-house E-xpert. (Call to register your interest). *Saskatchewan Genealogical Society (Yorkton Branch): Tues., Feb. 21 @ 7 p.m. - open meeting for all interested. *Craft Aft. 4 Kids: Wed., Feb. 22 from 2:00 - 3:30 - hands-on projects for 5-12 yr. olds. *Anime and Manga Night: Tues., Feb. 28, @ 7 p.m. - experience the world though different eyes. *I Love My Library! (contest): Share your reasons with us. (Pick up an entry form at the library.) Call 783-3523 for more info.
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Tot Spot - The Boys & Girls Club of Yorkton's new Early Learning Drop-In Centre running Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in SIGN on North (83 North Street). We are running in the old nursery school room; please use the west entrance. This program runs cost free to participate; donations accepted. Opens Feb. 6th, 2012! Please call 783-2582 with any questions!
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