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 September 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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Safire Clothing and Accessories will be having the Caring Closet Donation Event on Thursday, August 18 (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.) and Friday, August 19 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.). Located at 39 Broadway Street East. For more information on donating clothes for the Caring Closet please call Safire Clothing at 782-5222.
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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. 19 - Ron & Sandra Rudoski; 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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Yorkton Public Library Summer Storytime Sessions, Thursdays, July 7 to August 25. Todder Time: Ages 6-36 months, 9:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Preschool Storytime: ages 3-5 years, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Summer Reading Club Activity Days, Tuesdays, 2:00-3:00 p.m., ages 6-12 years, July 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9, 16, and 23. You MUST be pre-registered to take part in these programs so please drop in to the library to register. Spaces are limited. Call 783-3523 to register.
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Family Justice Services offers the Parenting After Separation and Divorce Program. These public information sessions are intended to help people who are considering or may be in the separation/divorce process. Sat., Aug. 20 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Sat., Sept. 17 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration is mandatory. There is no fee for these sessions. To register for these sessions call: 787-9905 in Regina or toll free 1-888-218-2822. Location will be advised when you register. Classes are for adults only - no child care is provided. Due to allergies we request all facilities remain scent free.
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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 on Broadway (Tom Seeley Room), 345 Broadway St. W. Yorkton. For more info contact Shelley Kaspick 782-1205 or Deb Ward 621-9771.
