Alleys - Margaret Phillips, Sept. 6 to Oct. 28, 2011. To create these images of the urban landscape in Yorkton, Margaret focused her lens on the alleyways and hidden moments of charm and colour behind the scenes in the city. Night time portraits and gardens of decay and delight!
Plants and Machines - Sept. 6 to Oct. 23, 2011. The Godfrey Dean Art Gallery presents a quirky, innovative and delightful group exhibition on tour from OSAC. 14 diverse Saskatchewan artists give us a garden of earthly delights in painting, drawing, sculpture and photography.
Wildlife Photography - Martin Phillips, Sept. 6 to Oct. 28, 2011. The Serpentine Atrium at the Dean Gallery features wildlife photography by Martin Phillips.
49 Smith St E., Yorkton, SK, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is always free!
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Movie Night at the Yorkton Family Worship Center Oct. 21 at 7:00 p.m. Come out and have a nice evening. Admission free. We are going to be playing "The Grace Card" from the makers of Affirm Films and Provident Films. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. If you have any questions contact us at [email protected]. 491 Broadway St. E.
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The Royal Canadian Legion Presents OKTOBERFEST - Oct. 22, 2011 (starts at 7 p.m.). Live Band (Little German Band from Humboldt). Door prizes. Tickets $12 Advance/$15 Door. (Everyone gets a free drink and collector beer mug!). If you have any questions, please call the Royal Canadian Legion at 783-4332 or 783-9789.
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It's Girl Guide Cookie Time - Starting Mon., Oct. 17, Yorkton Girl Guides will be out City Wide with their tasty Chocolatey Mint Girl Guide cookies. Girl Guide Cookies support Guiding activities in Yorkton and surrounding communities, allowing girls the chance to discover new interests, learn valuable leadership skills, attend camps and events, and make lasting friendships. So watch our for Sparks, Brownies, Guides, Pathfinders and Rangers coming to a door near you.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance - 78 1st Ave. N. Great night of dancing. Everyone welcome. Lunch is included. Time: 8:00 p.m., doors open at 7:00 p.m. Music by: Oct. 14 Town & Country; Oct. 21 Ron & Sandra Rudoski; Oct. 28 Bill Ripa. Contact Peter at 782-1846.
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Yorkton & District Horticultural Society Regular Meeting Wed., Oct. 19, 7 p.m., Sunshine Room, SIGN, North St. Special guest: Anna Schaab from The Garlic Farm speaking about how to plant and care for garlic. Members, bring your garden photos for the group album. Everyone is welcome.
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Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting Wed., Oct. 12, 2:00 p.m., Yorkton & District Nursing Home Conference Room. Everyone welcome. For more info contact the SHR Community Social Worker (306) 786-0722.
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Parkinson's Disease Support Group meeting Wed., Oct. 26, 2 p.m. @ the Yorkton & District Nursing Home. Guest Colleen Crossman Parkinson's Nurse Educator. All Parkinson's patients & interested persons welcome. For further info contact Marj. @ 783-7519.
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Free Community Soup Haven Dinner - Wed., Oct. 19, 5:30 p.m., 186 Allanbrooke Dr. Food supplied by Sobeys & prepared by St. Paul Lutheran. If you are in need of transportation, you need to call the Soup Haven at 782-5666 before Oct. 18.
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Explaining Elder Abuse - Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Gerard's Parish Hall. Welcome to all seniors, caregivers, and those interested in elder protection. Sponsored by St. Gerard's Social Justice Committee. Contact Janette 786-2100, Aileen 786-1858 (please bring your own bagged lunch).
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Fall Outreach Supper @ St. Mark Orthodox Church, 160 Betts Ave., Yorkton on Sun., Oct. 30. Service of Thanksgiving 5 p.m. Supper and entertainment to follow. Admission: free will offering.
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Alzheimer Society Saskatchewan Next Steps for Families - Tues., Oct. 18 & 25, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Offered via Telehealth - Yorkton Regional Health Centre. Participation is free, but pre-registration is required - call the Sunrise Health Region at 786-0776. For more info on dementia, brain health and our services, call the Alzheimer Society at 1-800-263-3367.
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Each year, thousands of Canadian children between the ages of 3 and 17 are diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Since 1984, The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada, Saskatchewan Chapter has worked tirelessly to grant exceptional wishes to over 700 wish children and their families. This year, the Foundation expects to grant 50 new wishes and is proud to have never refused a wish to an eligible child thanks to the help of many caring people, organization and communities. Visit www.childrenswish.ca for more information Join us for the Wishmaker Walk for Wishes Sat., Oct. 15 at the Flexihall in Yorkton. For more info call Dale Hintz at 783-6320 or email [email protected].
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Old Time Pattern Dance Wed., Oct. 12, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion, 380 Broadway St. W., Yorkton. Dance instructor from Manitoba will be instructing the dances. Refreshments after dance. Everyone welcome. For info phone Pauline 647-2552.
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Westview United Church Fall Supper, 355 Bradbrooke Dr., Oct. 30, 4:00 & 6:00 p.m. Advance tickets only. Call 783-3063, 782-1689, 782-2995.
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Two Pianos, One Vision, Fri., Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Piano Duet Concert, St. Andrew's United Church, 29 Smith St. E.
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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation 2011 - 2012. September 12, 2011 to May 21, 2012, 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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Public Skating @ the Kinsmen Arena Sunday Nights, 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Starts Oct. 16, 2010. Pre-School & Seniors Skate Tuesday & Wednesday Afternoons, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Starts Oct. 11, 2011. All programs FREE of CHARGE. For more information call 786-1750 Please call 786-1776 for more information.
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Yorkton Public Library - Book Club held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 2:00 p.m. beginning Sept. 20. Manga & Anime Club held on the last Wed. of each month 7:00 p.m. beginning Sept. 28, ages 12 - 19 yrs. Fall Toddler Time Thurs. mornings Oct. 6 - Nov. 24, 9:45 - 10:15 a.m., ages 6 - 36 months. Teen Book Club held on the 2nd Thurs. of each month (early dismissal day) 2:00 p.m. beginning Oct. 13. Fall Storytime Thurs. mornings Oct. 6 - Nov. 24, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m., ages 3 - 5 years. All programs are free. For more info or to register call 783-3523.
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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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