Treasures from the Vault Godfrey Dean Art Gallery September 30 to December 14, 2012. A special exhibition drawn from the Saskatchewan Arts Board Permanent Collection to celebrate Yorkton arts and culture. Historic and contemporary artists including Joe Fafard, Victor Cicansky, Kenneth Lochhead, Ted Godwin, Arthur MacKay and more. 11am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday, 49 Smith St. E in Yorkton.Admission is always free.
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"Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Are you dreading the Holidays? Then we invite you to "Surviving The Holidays". It is a warm, encouraging and helpful event featuring video instruction and group discussion. It helps you deal with the intense pain of grief during the holiday season. This one-day seminar will be held Wed., Nov. 28, from 7-9:00 p.m. at Heritage Baptist Church, 345 Darlington St. E., Yorkton. For free registration, call Betty, 783-6119 or 783-7912 and leave a message.
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The Sacred Heart High School SAAD Committee will be holding their "Red Ribbon Campaign and Sound Off" on Thurs., Nov. 29 at 3:30 p.m. at the Western Financial City Centre Park. The students hold the annual event to create awareness against driving under the influence.
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Yorkton Girl Guides will be holding a bake sale on Fri., Nov. 30 and a craft table on Dec. 1 at the Parkland Mall from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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You are invited to hear the voices of the future at St. Mary's Cultural Centre on Dec. 6, 2012 - the anniversary date of the Montreal massacre. Every year the Partnership Against Violence Committee sheds light on violence by hosting a candle light vigil honoring the victims of and survivors of violence. This year local students will be sharing personal experiences with domestic violence, bullying and empowerment. Youth support will be evidenced by representation from the Harvest and Terrier hockey teams, the public & separate schools and various community groups. The evening will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a program of guest speakers, lighting of candles and culminate with complimentary refreshments. For more information contact: Laverne @ 783-7233 (Director Shelwin House); or Lise (Sunrise Mental Health & Addictions Services) @ 786-0566
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Get ready all you kids! Santa will be arriving at the Parkland Mall on Fri., Nov. 30 for photos starting at 5:00 p.m. and continuing till 8:00 p.m. After Fri., Nov. 30, Santa will be at the mall for photos Sat., Dec. 1, 8 & 15 from noon to 4:00 p.m. and Fri., Dec. 7 and 14 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Paper Bag Players will be performing Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some) a comedy by Michael Carleton, Jim FitzGerald and John K. Avare. This Dinner Theatre Buffet will be held Dec. 7 & 8 at the Parkland Room, Painted Hand Casino and Dec. 14 & 15 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Auditorium. Doors open 6:30 p.m., dinner at 7:00 p.m. and performance 8:00 p.m. Pick your own seats online at www.paperbagplayers.com, then pick up and pay for them at Colette's Sewing Machine Plus. For more info call Marilyn 641-9431 or Pam 621-2685.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Great night of dancing. Everyone is welcome. Lunch is included. 8:00 p.m., doors open at 7:00 p.m. Music by: Nov. 30 - Ron & Sandra Rudoski; Dec. 7 - Ed Hicki; Dec. 14 - Memory Lane; Dec. 21 - No dance; Dec. 28 - Ron & Sandra Rudoski. Admission at the door. Phone Peter 306-782-1846.
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New Horizons Christmas Party Dec. 9 at New Horizons Seniors Centre, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Concert: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Potluck supper to follow. Bring your favorite dish & join in the celebration. Phone Vi at 306-782-7218.
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The Three Wise Women bring forth "Gifts of the Imagination". Treasures old and new, antique and unique finely crafted for your yuletide pleasures. Yorkdale Student Centre, 270 Gladstone Ave. S., Yorkton. Sat., Dec. 1, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Sun., Dec. 2, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Yorkton Prostate Cancer Group will hold its annual Xmas Party and Supper on Dec. 12 in St. Gerard's Hall at 125 3rd Ave. N. in Yorkton. Supper will be served at 6:30 p.m. For tickets phone 782-5478.
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The Yorkton Arts Council "Stars for Saskatchewan" is so pleased to present Evie and Jeff Sawatzky White Christmas - Holiday Classics" on Sun., Dec. 16, 2:00 p.m. in the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. This Christmas concert is a delicious treat for the whole family! The show is accompanied by piano, bass, guitar, saxophones, flutes, clarinets, trumpets, trombones, and a little drummer boy! Sit back, take a break from your busy schedule, and enjoy all your holiday favorites! Tickets at the Yorkton Arts Council or Welcome Home Floral & Gift Shop.
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Yorkton Public Library Toddler Time Ages 6 - 36 months, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Mondays Oct. 15 - Dec. 3. Preschool Storytime Ages 3 - 5 yrs., 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Mon. or Thurs. Oct. 15 - Dec. 6. Call 783-3523 to register.
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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. and Tues., Wed., Thurs. 2 - 4 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 783-2582, find us on Facebook!
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How Now Purple Cow? A field trip to community pARTners gallery will answer that quirky question. Artist Stephanie Newsham has created a whimsical collection of pastoral portraits for your viewing pleasure. This moo-ving homage to her farm friends is colourful and captivating, guaranteed to delight the whole family! Now on display during regular hours at Yorkton Public Library in our community pARTners gallery, sponsored by Yorkton Public Library and Yorkton Arts Council.
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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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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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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.
