Yorkton Relay for Life 2012 at Century Field June 22

Parkinson's Disease support Group meeting Thurs., Apr. 26, 2 p.m. @ the Yorkton & District Nursing Home. Guest Coleen Crossman Parkinson's Nurse Educator. All Parkinson's patients &interested persons welcome. For further info contact Marj @ 783-7519.

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The national MS WALK is the MS Society's largest pledge-based fundraising event with over 70,000 participants and volunteers taking part in 160 locations across Canada in the spring and early fall. The walk is set for Sunday, April 29 at the Gallagher Centre. To register as an individual or team call 1-800-268-7582 or online at mswalks.ca.

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church ACW's Strawberry Tea and Bake Sale - May 5, 2 - 4 p.m. All are welcome (corner of 2nd Ave. & Darlington St.)

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Inti-Illimani will be performing in Yorkton on Friday, April 27, 2012 at the Anne Portnuff Theatre as part of the "Stars for Saskatchewan" concert series presented by the Yorkton Arts Council. For more information, contact Cindee Massier of the Yorkton Arts Council at (306) 783-5108 or [email protected] or visit www.osac.sk.ca or www.inti-illimani.cl

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Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting Wed., May 9, 2:00 p.m. Location change! Social Work Dept. @ Yorkton Regional Health Centre. Everyone welcome. For more info contact the SHR Community Social Worker (306) 786-0722.

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Canada's outstanding illusionist, John Kaplan, is bringing his acclaimed "AbracaDAZZLE!" show to Yorkton on May 13, 2012. The performance will benefit Community Connections who are raising funds towards Programming and play equipment. In this dynamic 90-minute stage show, Kaplan makes us believe in a world of fantasy through his original blend of magic and comedy with contemporary music, dance and special effects in this must-see theatrical experience that promises to thrill the whole family. The performance takes place in Yorkton on May 13, 2012, 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) at The Painted Hand Casino Parkland Room (East Entrance). Special advance tickets and family passes are now available at Booster Juice and The 5th Ave Cup & Saucer.

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Yorkton Public Library is hosting a retirement afternoon Come and Go reception for Chief Librarian Melody Wood on Tues., May 1. A special performance by Dr. Brass School will start the event off at 1:30, followed by the opportunity (till 4:30) to enjoy dainties and coffee as you wish Melody well.

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Golf season is upon us. The Deer Park Ladies Golf Club invite you to a General Meeting on Thurs., May 3 to learn and receive information regarding Tuesday and Thursday "morning" ladies golf and Wednesday Night ladies golf. Please join us at the Deer Park Golf Course on May 3 at 7:00 p.m. Membership will also be available that evening.

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Yorkton and District Horticultural Society Regular Meeting - Wed., May 16, 7:00 p.m., Sunshine Room, SIGN, North St., Yorkton. Special guest: Don Stein speaking on photography in the garden & nature settings. Everyone welcome.

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Yorkton and District Horticultural Society Spring Plant and Bulb Sale - Fri., May 25, One Day Only, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or earlier if plants are sold out) Parkland Mall, Yorkton. Great variety, come early for best selection. Everyone is welcome.

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Scott Woods and his band pay tribute to Fiddle Legends Mon., May 14, 7 p.m., Royal Canadian Legion Yorkton. Advance tickets available at Royal Canadian Legion, 380 Broadway St. W., Yorkton.

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The Saskatchewan Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society will be holding their regular meeting Tues., May 8 at 7:00 p.m., History Room, Yorkton Public Library. Special guest will be Michelle Weston speaking on "Useful Genealogy Websites". Everyone is welcome.

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Gord Moker, CEO for Safe Sask will be doing a presentation on Injury Prevention and working towards the goal of "Mission Zero" on Wed., May 9 from 11:45 to 1:00 p.m. at St. Gerard's Hall. For more info & registration call Royal Ford 782-2261 or email [email protected].

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The Kickoff, Registration and Barbecue for the upcoming 15th Annual Brayden Ottenbreit Close Cuts for Cancer Head-Shaving Event will be held on Saturday, April 28 beginning at 10 a.m. at the Sobey's entrance at the Parkland Mall. At 10 a.m., Jon Tieszen will be getting a much-anticipated haircut and Bill Barsi will be going bald to officially kick off this year's event. Any interested participants and/or volunteers are encouraged to stop by the mall between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to sign up for the event which will be held on Saturday, May 26. (The barbecue will run from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. on April 28.)

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Parent Support - Being a parent can be stressful, this stress can be maximized by raising a child with a disability. The Parent Support group provides support, workshops, information and community resources. Where: Yorkton Mental Health Drop-In Centre, 83 North Street. When: May 15, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. For more information call Kelly at (306) 783-8135. 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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Spring Craft Programs: Spring Storytime Session will run from April 18 - June 7. Preschool - Wednesday & Thursday morning 10:30 - 11:15 - open to ages 3-6 years. Toddler Time - Fridays from April 20 - June 8 10:30 - 11:00 - open to ages 6 - 36 months, Yorkton Public Library.

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Judy Niebergall displays her fluid artistry in Gifts From The Sea, now showing at community pARTners gallery. Explore Judy's creative ports of call during opening hours at Yorkton Public Library, through the summer season.

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Is your desire to grow and know God more intimately? You are sincerely invited to join us in Bible Study every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., in Seredaville at the Parkland Gospel Lighthouse Church on Hwy. 52 West. Everyone is welcome. Presented by Bishop Yaroslaw (Russ) Sereda. For info call cell 641-6698.

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Yorkton Relay for Life 2012 at Century Field June 22 - 7:00 p.m. to June 23 - 7:00 a.m. This unique and inspiring event involves teams of 12 to 15 who participate in a 12-hour, overnight non-competitive relay. We are looking for people who would like to join the committee and help plan this year's relay, people who would like to volunteer the day (and/or night) of relay as well as business sponsors, teams, participants and survivors who would like to join us in this year's Relay for Life. For more information on how you can get involved, please contact Janet Sharpe at 782-2788 or [email protected]. or go to www.ccsevents.ca/yorktonrelay.