The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery presents Primal Nature, an exhibition of paintings by Jeanette Marshall. Originally from a farm near Russell, MB and now living in Windsor, Jeanette returns to the family home each year and paints the evocative qualities of earth, air, wind and water that shape her spirit. Admission is always free. Godfrey Dean Art Gallery, Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 6-9 and Sunday 1-4 p.m., Closed Saturdays.
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Brain injury is the number ONE cause of death and disability among children and youth. Each year, 2200 brain injuries occur in the province. To raise awareness of this preventable epidemic, the Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association (SBIA) will hold the 9th Annual Positive Steps Walk-a-thon to be held on Sept. 10. It will also raise funds to enhance the quality of life for those living with an acquired brain injury and their families. Form a team with your friends, family or co-workers to walk, run or wheel in support of brain injury survivors. The highest pledge earner in the province will be rewarded with a grand prize of two tickets donated by Westjet! Yorkton: Gloria Hayden Community Center. Registration at 10:00 a.m. Walk at 10:30 a.m. Pledge Sheets: Registration forms and Pledge sheets can be downloaded from our website at www.sbia.ca
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Terry Fox Run - Yorkton Gallagher Center, Sept. 18, Registration at 1, Run begins at 2. Michael Pasloski, 306-782-3210, michaelpasloski@gmail.com
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Divorce Care 4 Kids Fall 2011. Helping children heal from the hurt and pain of their parents separation/divorce. Weekly program Sept. 13 - Oct. 25, 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. For more info call 783-4266. Sponsored by St. Paul Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St. E., Yorkton.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton. Great night of dancing. Everyone welcome. Lunch included. Time: 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Music by: Aug. 26 - Mike Lazaruk. Contact phone number: Peter 306-782-1846. Card Social - 3rd Sunday of the month. Starts at 2:00 p.m. Everyone welcome. Admission includes hot dogs, beverage & dessert. Contact phone number: Ethel at 306-782-1621.
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The Ukrainian Canadian Congress, Yorkton Branch will commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Ukraine's Independence, on Sun., Aug. 28. There will be a prayer service at 3:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of Holy Transfiguration in Yorkton, followed by a Cultural Program at the Ukrainian Orthodox Auditorium. Beverages will be supplied, but please bring your favorite food to join in a congenial fellowship during a pot-luck supper.
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Teen Summer Escape Contest Ages 12-18 @ Yorkton Public Library - Submit the title of a book or ebook you've chosen to read this summer and enter to win a $25 Cab Clothing gift certificate. Enter as many times throughout the summer as you like. Two draws will be made.
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Crossroads, a support group for women who are or have experienced violence, will be relocating to St. Gerard's Hall at 125 3rd Ave. N. for the summer months. The meetings will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from June 22 to August 31. For more information please contact Bernice 782-0673 or Melinda 782-5181.
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The Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton Club will host a Hotdog/Hamburger Sale on Sat., Aug. 27, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Sobey's Parkland Mall. Proceeds are for scholarships at our local high schools and Parkland College.
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The Yorkton Arts Council announces it 2011-2012 "Stars for Saskatchewan" concert series; The New Jersey Nights, Il Primo, Pavlo, John McDermott, Woody Holler & his Orchestra, TorQ, Alexander Sevastian, Ballet Jorgen Canada, Inti-Illimani, Saskatoon Children's Choir. Series tickets are only available from the Arts Council Office, but single concert tickets will be available from both Arts Council Office and Welcome Home Gift Shop starting Aug. 15, 2011. For ticket information call the Yorkton Arts Council at 783-8722.
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Sunrise Cycling Club is a recreational cycling club that meets weekly for rides around the city. Plus organized weekend rides to local parks and attractions. For more info contact Merlin Toth @ 782-0180 or email sunrisecycle@live.ca
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The Yorkton Horseshoe Club meets each Tuesday at the Horseshoe Courts, 1st Ave. N. between 6 and 7 p.m., until dark. Everyone is welcome. All ages, 10 - 90. Come out and enjoy. Contact: Enid Mroske 782-7355, Don Lark 783-3895.
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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation Summer 2011, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to Noon 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Weekends & Stat Holidays Closed. Please call 786-1776 for more information www.yorkton.ca.
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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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Treasure Chest Toastmasters Club meets weekly on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at SIGN on Broadway. Impact your worldby enhancing your communication and leadership skills. Guests and new members welcome. For more information contact: Faye Andrusiak - 782-2994 or Joanne McCready - 783-3034.
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Are you watching? "Words from the Bishop" with host Bishop Yaroslaw on cable 7 Access Communications, Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m., Sundays at 10:30 a.m. A local community TV program that is interesting, conversational and addictive. Are you available to be a guest on the show? Share your story and be involved in the community. For info call Bishop Yaroslaw at 783-4498/641-6698.
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Parents Talking to Parents about things that really matter. Wednesday evenings 6:30 - 8:30, SIGN at 83 North Street, Yorkton. For more info contact Shelley Kaspick 782-1205 or Deb Ward 621-9771.
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Planning an event? Contact www.tourismyorkton.com for a free listing in our calendar of events.
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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
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Second Alanon Meeting in Yorkton - Wednesdays at 8 p.m., Westview United Church, 355 Bradbrooke Dr. All are welcome.
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Reach To Recovery breast cancer support group meets second Tuesdays. Support for women diagnosed with breast cancer and those who care about them. Call Diane at 783-3179 or Helen at 783-5544.
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"Whoever said don't run from your problems never had to face a bully." Telephone and internet service for kids in Canada. No problem is too big or too small for our professional counselors. 1-800-668-6868 kidshelp.sympatico.ca
