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. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 49 Smith St. E in Yorkton.Admission is always free.
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Yorkton Arts Council presents 2012-2013 "Stars for Saskatchewan" David Myles. David Myles is known for his musical versatility and ability to fuse styles, and will take us on a delightful musical journey! Thurs., Nov. 1, 2012, 8:00 p.m., Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. Tickets available at the Yorkton Arts Council as well as at Welcome Home Floral and Gift Shop. Contact the Arts Council at 306-783-8722 for more information http://www.yorktonarts.ca/
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Bucks for Brittany - Fundraiser Dinner for the family of Brittany Villeneuve, recently diagnosed with cancer. Wed., Oct. 24, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m., St. Mary's Cultural Centre. Tickets available at Louck's Pharmacy, City Medical Centre, Sherring Gold Jewellers, Royal Honda/Ford. Donations can also be made at Cornerstone Credit Union - Bucks for Brittany. For inquiries, contact Verna Brown at [email protected].
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Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting - Wed., Oct. 10, 2:00 p.m., Yorkton & District Nursing Home Main Conference Room. Everyone welcome. For more info contact the SHR Community Social Worker (306) 786-0722.
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Attention dart players, steel-tip action resumes for the 2012-'13 season at Gunner's Lounge at Royal Canadian Legion in Yorkton. Sat., Oct. 13 at 1:30 p.m. This is a fun league for all ages, so beginners are encouraged to come out. For more information call 782-1783.
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The Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton Club is hosting a presentation by Dr. P. Fourie, to be held on Oct. 23, 2012 @ 7 p.m., Room 101 at the Parkland College. Dr. Fourie will explain his concept on the clinic being piloted that will focus on improving patient access and care. Anyone interested in hearing more about this clinic is welcome to attend. Freewill offering.
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The Yorkton Mental Health Drop-In Centre welcomes you to Fall Into Art Tuesdays Sept. 18 - Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Godfrey Dean Art Gallery. For more info or if you are planning to attend contact Kelly at 783-8135 or [email protected].
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Yorkton and District Horticultural Society Regular Meeting Wed., Oct. 17, 7:00 p.m. Sunshine Room, SIGN. "Interactive Evening" with helpful garden hints from members! Everyone is welcome!
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The Incredible Years Parenting Class - Sponsored by Sunrise Health Region Free for all parents of children ages 4-12! Free childcare provided by Big Brother Big Sisters on site for children ages 4 & up! Wednesday evenings 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. starting Oct. 10, 2012 (20 week program) Must pre-register as space is limited. Call Kathy @ 786-0565 or Britton @ 782-2193. Come out and learn new ways to deal with problem behavior, encourage positive behavior and strengthen your family unit!
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The Children's Wish Foundation is proud to present the 4th Annual Wishmaker Walk for Wishes in Yorkton! We are searching for individuals, small businesses, community groups or a group of friends interested in walking in or volunteering for the event on Oct. 13, 2012 in Yorkton. Over the past three years this walk has raised over $65,000 which goes to help grant amazing wishes to children diagnosed with a life threatening illness. To find out how you can register online or volunteer, please call the Dale Hintz at 1-306-783-6320.
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The Yorkton Community Bands 2012-13 season. The first rehearsal will commence on Tues., Sept. 18 at Yorkton Regional High School Band Room at 7 p.m.
Yorkton's All That Jazz, a twenty piece big band will also begin its new season as well. Featuring two vocalists, Jackie Washenfelder and Rob Zerr. The big band rehearses on Tuesday evenings following the concert band rehearsals at 8:30 p.m. For more information contact L. Pearen, Director 782-4182 or 786-2582 wk.
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Beautiful Unique Girl Pajama Party. Great sessions, chocolate fountain, nail painting, yummy snacks. Oct. 11, 5:00 - 8:30 p.m. (registration begins @ 4:30). Prairie Harvest Christian Life Centre, 72 Melrose Ave., Yorkton 306-786-6840.
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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. Sessions will be offered in Yorkton, Sat., Oct. 13, 2012, 9 a.m. to 3 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 Prostate Cancer Group will hold it's first meeting Oct. 18/12 at the Hospital Board Room. Guest speaker will be Steve Pillipow, a cancer survivor from Regina and a director with the National Association. All members are urged to attend. Also anyone wanting to learn more about prostate cancer would benefit from this meeting and are invited to attend. For more info contact Gord @ 782-5748.
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Yorkton Arts Council presents 2012 - 2013 "Stars For Saskatchewan" Henri Loiselle & Martin Janovsky. Moving freely from Broadway show tunes to music of the 40's to the 60's, This duo presents a show that is amazingly diverse! Sun., Oct. 14, 2012, 2:00 p.m., Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. Tickets available at the Yorkton Arts Council as well as at Welcome Home Floral & Gift Shop. Contact the Arts Council at (306) 783-8722 or more information http://www.yorktonarts.ca/
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Bailey's Continuing Care Services, in cooperation with the Greystone Bereavement Centre in Regina, invite you to attend a series of sessions about Coping with Traumatic Grief Thurs., Oct. 18: "Dealing with the Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress"; Thurs., Nov. 15: "Your Healing Journey: Suggestions for Coping and Moving Forward". All sessions will be held at the Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Please contact Crystal at 783-7552 ([email protected]) to register or for more information.
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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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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
