"Stars for Saskatchewan" series proudly presents Ballet Jörgen Canada "Swan Lake"

Celebrate World Day of Prayer 2013, with France/La France. "I was a stranger and you welcomed me." Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Darlington and 2nd Ave., Fri., March 1, 7:30 p.m.

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Ski Safari at Deer Park Golf Course on Sun., March 3 from 2-4 p.m. FREE. Participants will ski along our beautifully groomed trails, equipped with a safari map, hunting for stuffed giraffes, elephants, tigers, crocodiles etc. When you spot an animal, mark it's location on the 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 Safari Queen. Everyone welcome! FREE refreshments. Washroom available.

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The Yorkton Film Festival and the Yorkton Public Library are jointly sponsoring The Real Film Club with Elwyn Vermette, Wed., Feb. 27 at 7:00 at the library. We will view Norm, a film that won the Golden Sheaf for Best of Fest in 2009. Everyone is welcome to this fun evening of film and discussion. There is no charge.

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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 the Yorkton area that are 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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Marking Time - Works from the Saskatchewan Arts Board Permanent Collection. Spanning more than five decades, Marking Time features Indigenous art works from the Saskatchewan Arts Board's Permanent Collection. Including painting, drawing, carving, stitching, and beading, this exhibition brings together a diverse selection of Saskatchewan Indigenous art. Watch for a special reception during February Is Library Lovers Month! School groups welcome. Call 783-3523 to make arrangements with chief librarian at community pARTners gallery Yorkton Public Library. On display during regular library hours, until the end of April 2013.

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February is Library Lovers Month at Yorkton Public Library. Mother Goose On The Loose! (infants to 2 years), Fridays till April 12, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Storytime for Preschoolers (3 to 5 years old), Mondays till March 18, Thursdays till March 21, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Wed., Feb. 27, Storyteller Vera Tourangeau brings aboriginal legends to life! Tales for students (grade 4 & up) and general public; 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 27 @ 7 p.m. The "REAL" Film Club - REAL PEOPLE Norm CBC docudrama & dynamic discussion with Elwyn Vermette. All month online and at the library: "I Love My Library" contest (with prizes!) 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!

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An evening in recognition of International Women's Day. Shelwin House and Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton Club proudly present guest speaker The Honourable Pamela Wallin - The Challenges and Benefits of Mentoring - Fri., March 8, St. Mary's Cultural Centre. Cocktails 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Open to everyone. Tickets available at Sherring Gold Jewelers, Sherring Optical, Louck's Pharmacy and The Golden Rule. Raffles to be held at the event. For more info call 306-782-5181.

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Experience the beauty and magic of the world's most renowned Classical Ballet when the Yorkton Arts Council "Stars for Saskatchewan" series proudly presents Ballet Jörgen Canada "Swan Lake" on Mon., March 4, 2013 8:00 p.m., Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council as well as at Welcome Home Floral and Gift Shop, and at the door. Contact the Arts Council at 306-783-8722 for more information www.yorktonarts.ca

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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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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.

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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.

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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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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. 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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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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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 783-4546, Joan at 783-6042.

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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 783-8135.