Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information
Group Meeting
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 ; 2:00 p.m. at Yorkton & District Nursing Home Small Conference Room.
Everyone welcome! For more information contact YRHC Social Work Dept. at 306-786-0463
Godfrey Dean Art Gallery
Fields of Light: 4 Painters in the Parkland March 15 to April 18, 2015
We’re so excited about this exhibition! Four painters from our annual local artists show bring their work together. James Clow (Saskatoon) Kristen Doyle (Kamsack) Laura Gendall (Yorkton) Glenn Romasanta (Churchbridge). Large, bold and beautiful paintings fill both galleries with fields of colour and light.
11a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 1-4 p.m. Sat. 49 Smith St. E Yorkton, SK
Admission is always free!
Bible Talks are being held every Sunday at 3:30 p.m. in the New Horizons Seniors Hall in Yorkton. All are welcome. For more information call 306 270 6477
Crossroads
– a support group for women who are experiencing or have experienced violence. Group is held Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information contact 782-0673 or 782-5181.
Yorkton Public Library Programs:
Movie Day – Horton Hears a Who.... free popcorn and juice! April 8 @ 2:00 p.m. (no registration needed)
Pre-school Storytime – Monday or Thursday mornings @ 10:30 a.m Open to ages 3-6 years runs April 13 – June 4
Toddler time – Parent and baby program Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m. For ages 6-36 months runs April 16-June 4
For more information or to register please call 306-783-3523
The Yorkton branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogy Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Tuesday, April 14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Yorkton Public Library. Guest Speaker Gerald Moriarty will be talking about using the Information Services website for genealogy searches.
Everyone is welcome!
Parkland Right to Life Meetings
Meets every third Wednesday of the month @ St. Gerard’s Hall basement @ 7.30 p.m. For info. call 306-783-6240.
The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Wednesday, April 15 at 7:00 p.m. at SIGN on North Street. Topic will be Community Gardens.
Everyone is welcome!
The Barra MacNeils
A “Stars For Saskatchewan”
performance presented by the Yorkton Arts Council,
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School.
As a group, the six MacNeil siblings are widely regarded as one of the greatest live concert acts in the Celtic world. Hailing from Sydney Mines, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, the family group is deeply rooted in Celtic music, culture, dance, language and history. Their
numerous critically acclaimed recordings have included their own original songs as well as tried and true standards, both instrumental and vocal. Steeped in Cape Breton tradition with strong Celtic roots and musical artistry, this diverse and talented family group continues to wow audiences around the world with their captivating vocals, harmonies and extraordinary musicianship. www.barramacneils.com
Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council, 306-783-8722, online at www.ticketpro.ca or at the door.
Co-Ed Pool League
Every Monday at 7 p.m. from October until April.
Downstairs at the Legion.
380 Broadway St. W.
Come out and have some fun. No partner required.
Everyone welcome. Cash prizes every week! For more information contact Wayne at 306-783-7785
2014/15 Stars For Saskatchewan Concert Series Line Up
The Barra MacNeils, April 8, 2015; and Lone Tree Road with JJ Guy and Scott Cornelius, April 26, 2015. New pricing!
For details call the Yorkton Arts Council at 306-783-8722. Tickets are also available online at Ticketpro.
Lone Tree Road
With J J Guy & Scott Cornelius
A “Stars For Saskatchewan”
performance presented by the Yorkton Arts Council,
Sunday April 26, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the Anne Portnuff Theatre, Yorkton Regional High School.
Lone Tree Road is an eclectic mix of sounds and local musicians who deliver a harmonized, audience-friendly variety of instantly recognizable classics – ranging all the way from Faded Love to The Devil Went Down To Georgia, (Gordon Lightfoot’s) Canadian Railroad Trilogy and the great Jazz standard - Night Train! Lone Tree Road invites the audience to dive in for a musical smorgasbord. Their menu includes twin fiddles, guitar, keyboard, mandolin, saxophone – all eclectically balanced in a performance for all to enjoy!
Tickets are available at the Yorkton Arts Council, 306-783-8722, online at www.ticketpro.ca or at the door.
New Horizons Friday Night Dances
78 First Ave. North
Yorkton, SK
Great night of dancing
Every Friday.
Everyone is welcome.
Time: 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Admission: $8.00
Lunch Included
There will be NO DANCE Good Friday April 3, 2015 at New Horizons
Next dance will be the President’s Ball, Friday April 10.
Admission: $10.00
Music by: Memory Lane.
For more information contact Peter: 306-782-1846.
The Yorkton Legion Track Club
The club is open to all Yorkton and area athletes born in 2003 or older.
Coaches also needed.
To register or learn more contact Club Manager, Marcel Porte at [email protected] or call Cell: 306-621-7716.
Tot Spot
Boys & Girls Club
Drop-In Centre @ SIGN on Broadway Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri., 9 a.m. to noon. Tues., Wed., Thurs., 2-4 p.m.
Free to participate!
The Caring Closet
Lower level of Safire Clothing & Accessories
Quality, free used clothing for women who require outfits for career or educational purposes.
Donations are accepted.
Fittings are done by appointment. Call 306-521-0332, 306-783-0026 or 306-786-1570.
St. John Ambulance First Aid Classes
OHS Standard First Aid/CPR classes. Personalized courses and online training also available.
For more info. or to register call Judy at 783-4544 or email: [email protected].
Habitat for Humanity
Volunteers Wanted
To get your name on the volunteer list for a build or to be part of a committee, go to www.habitatyorkton.ca and click on “Volunteer Now”
Dart League
Attention dart players, steel-tip action is underway at Gunner’s Lounge at Royal Canadian Legion. Beginners are encouraged to come out. For more information call 782-1783.
Community Adult Band
Rehearsals Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Yorkton Regional High School Band Room.
Two bands – Community Concert Band and Yorkton’s ALL THAT JAZZ Big Band
New members welcome!
For more information, contact Larry Pearen, Director 786-2582 (day time) 782-4182 (eve)
Save the Brick Mill
Become a member and be a part of a great historical venture.
Learn more or get involved by visiting: www.yorktonbrickmill.org
Interested parties can also call 783-0290 or 783-6211.
Yorkton Creators 4-H Club
Welcoming new members ages 6-21. Projects include cooking, sewing, woodworking and cloverbud. For more info. call Vi at 782-4721.
Grief Share
The Grief Share support group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and during this difficult time. Every Tuesday at St. Peter’s Hospital Melville In the McLeod Conference Room at 10:00 a.m.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Register with either:
Margaret Yost 728-4744
Ralph E. Hale 728-9205.
Cribbage & Pool
The Yorkton Retired Citizens Inc. group invites interested cribbage and pool players to come out to St. Gerard’s Church – lower level – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:15 to 4 p.m. $1 for the afternoon for crib, $1.25 for the afternoon for pool, price includes light lunch.
For info. call Helen at 783-0802 or Angie at 783-7838.
Singers Unite!
Yorkton Community Concert Choir Practices every Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the choir room at the YRHS. Contact Laurene at 782-0460, Shanni at 783-9145 or Anna at 744-2729 for details.
Calling all Bridge Players!
The Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club has started up. The club meets on Thursdays at 1 p.m. at the Yorkton Public Library. Call 783-4220.
Yorkton and District United Way
• looking for dedicated people interested in taking part of a growing organization that helps agencies and crucial services in and around the Yorkton area. To learn more call Kristin Parsons at 782-9389 or email yorktonunited [email protected].
Yorkton Prostate Group Meeting
• meets every 3rd Thurs. of the month in the meeting room at the hospital
• promotes early detection and speedy recovery
Call 782-5748 for info.
Al-Anon
Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and Wednesdays at the Westview United Church.
Club DJ
Heritage Baptist Church
Thursday evenings 6:30-7:45 p.m.
• for children Grades K-6
• a mid week program designed to engage local children with church
• Bible stories, crafts, games, music and more...
Call 783-7912 for details.
Kinette Club of Yorkton
• meets the second Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. To learn more or to attend, contact either Lana Matechuk, Club President at
782-9717 or Marcia Sedor, Membership Director at 782-2053.
The Torch Club
– leadership, growth and empowerment program for youth ages 10-13
Call Erin at 783-2582 for details.
Treasure Chest Toastmasters Club
• meets weekly on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at SIGN on Broadway. Impact your world by enhancing your communication and leadership skills. Guests and new members welcome. For more information contact: Faye - 782-2994; or Joanne - 783-3034.
Yorkton Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society
Monthly Meetings
Yorkton Public Library
For info. call Sharon Lindsay at 783-7054.
SIGN Parenting Education Classes
LAPS (Literacy and Parenting Skills)
• Weekly Parent and Preschooler Program for 3 and 4-year-olds, their parents and younger siblings
• crafts, snacks, games, songs and positive parenting info.
Call Janet at 783-9424 for more information or
to register.
Adult Dance Group (Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble)
Ukrainian Orthodox Auditorium
Wednesdays, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Call John Denysek at 782-1559 or email: [email protected] to join or to learn more.
Parkland Therapeutic Riding Association
Horseback riding and other activities for children and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities.
Meets Tuesdays at noon Shadow Stables.
For more info call 782-7930 or 782-7782 or email [email protected].
Big Brothers Big Sisters In-School Mentoring
Be a Mentor – spend one hour a week. Play games, do crafts, read books...
Make a difference in the life of a child.
For info. call 782-3471.
To place your Community Event
contact
The News Review
at 306-783-7355,
fax 306-782-9138,
or e-mail: [email protected].
