Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting - Wed., Nov. 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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Local artist, Carol Bolt, expresses her fascination with pottery in Pots & Paints, our current show at community pARTners gallery. Diverse and decorative wares, hand-built as well as wheel-thrown, punctuated with cheerful paintings, are sure to refresh your day. Pots & Paints can be enjoyed during regular hours at Yorkton Public Library from now till Christmas. Sat., Nov. 1 at 2 p.m. is your opportunity to meet the artist at a reception celebrating Carol's (and our) first solo ceramic exhibition. YAC +YPL = pARTners!
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The Yorkton Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Tues., Nov. 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the Yorkton Public Library. Special Guest will be Wade Stachura speaking about the #566 Canora Air Cadets European Trip to Vimy Ridge and Juno Beach on D Day, 2014. This presentation will be very interesting to anyone doing military family searches. Anyone who is interested in genealogy, whether you are just beginning your research or are a seasoned time traveller, is welcome to attend! For more information call Dave at 306-783-1093 or Glenn at 306-782-7969. Everyone is welcome!
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Ducks Unlimited Canada 16th Annual Ladies Champagne Brunch Fundraiser Brunch will be held on Sat., Nov. 15 at St. Gerard's Parish Complex. Doors open at 10 a.m. Silent auction/numerous raffles. A fabulous brunch will be followed by games of chance and as always a great silent auction. Call Ducks Unlimited Canada 306-782-2108.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing, every one is welcome. Lunch is included. Music by: Old Country Lads - Oct. 31, Halloween Dance. For more information phone Peter: 306-782-1846.
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The Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton will hold a Book Market at the Yorkton Co-op Grocery Store, 30 Argyle St. Yorkton, Sask. on Thurs., Oct. 30, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri., Oct. 31, 9:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.; and Sat., Nov. 1, 9:30-5:30 p.m. We welcome donations of gently used books, boardgames, DVD videos, video games, music CD's and puzzles. Please bring these items to the Co-op on the days of the sale. Proceeds from the Book Market will go toward our local scholarship fund. Thank you for your support.
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Bring all your little ghosts and goblins to the Parkland Mall's Halloween Event on Oct. 31, from 2 to 5 p.m., enjoy crafts, coloring and treat bags for 250 kids - as well as fun Halloween photo ops, so make sure to bring your camera! Open to children ages 2 to 12 and must be accompanied by an adult. Also, retailers with balloons outside their store will be handing out candy so feel free to stop by these locations with your ghosts and goblins. Celebrate Halloween with Parkland Mall, Oct. 31 from 2 to 5 p.m. Parkland Mall is proud to host this free Halloween event.
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Saskatchewan Safety Council Free Mature Driver Refresher Course - The Mature Driver's Refresher Course is designed to reinforce safe driving habits. It will increase your confidence when navigati ng Saskatchewan's rapidly increasing city and highway traffic. As well, it provides insight into how to adapt driving habits to the changes your body goes through as it matures. Upcoming Course - Oct. 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Gallagher Centre - National A Room, Yorkton, SK. To register for free contact Tammy at the Sask. Safety Council: 306-757-3197 [email protected]
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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 valued at approximately $500 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] before Fri., Oct. 31, stating their need and the items they wish to receive through this funding.
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Join us in the fight against diabetes! The Canadian Diabetes Association will be knocking on doors for our annual residential campaign from Oct. 15 to 30, 2014. Every year in Saskatchewan the Canadian Diabetes Association runs an annual door-to-door fundraising Residential Campaign. Generous individuals from across the province make financial donations when volunteer canvassers knock on their doors. The money raised during this fundraiser goes towards research, advocacy and public educational programming which support individuals living with and affected by all three forms of Diabetes (type 1, type 2 and gestational). With over 90,000 people in Saskatchewan living with diabetes, your contribution will help those individuals who are personally affected by diabetes find ways to live a full, healthy and active life.
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Yorkton Community Concert Choir & Yorkton Community Concert Band - A Fall Concert Salute to our Veterans, St. Andrew's Church, Sun., Nov. 2, 2:00 p.m.
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At the Godfrey Dean Gallery: Violins: A Passion Revealed, Oct. 4 to Dec. 6, 2014.Celebrating the handcrafted violins of Yorkton luthier James Alexander Huziak. Over 40 of his instruments are on exhibit, along with specialized tools and forms used in the art, science and craft of making a violin. This may be the last opportunity to see his body of work gathered in one place. Mon. to Fri., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. 49 Smith St. E., Yorkton, SK. Admission is always free!
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14th Annual Cookie Walk at St. Andrew's United Church, 29 Smith St. E., Yorkton. Sat., Nov. 22 starting at 12:30 p.m. Price - $6.00/lb. Everyone welcome.
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Annual Ham and Meatball Supper at St. Andrew's United Church, 29 Smith St. E., Yorkton. Sun., Nov. 2, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door. Advance tickets may be purchased by calling the Church office at 306-783-4157.
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The Yorkton Arts Council is thrilled to bring you the next dynamic concert in the "Stars For Saskatchewan" 40th Anniversary concert series: "Prairie Debut presents: Fung-Chiu Piano Duo. One Piano/Four Hands", Sat., Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School. With their unique programming and captivating stage presence, the Fung-Chiu Duo has quickly become one of Canada's premiere piano duos. 100 musicians of the orchestra become 20 fingers flying across the keyboard! Their amazing rapport, music, stories and insights combine for a totally delightful show! Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council (306) 783-8722, on-line at www.ticketpro.ca or at the door.
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Halloween Monster Mash, Men Without Shame, Costume Contest - Oct. 31, 7:00 p.m., Painted Hand Casino. 306-828-3050
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Yorkton Co-op 1st Annual Pumpkin Walk - Oct. 31, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Jaycee Beach. 306-783-3601
