Inuit Art: Tradition to Innovation, until Feb. 27. In this touring exhibition from the Mendel Art Gallery, a diverse selection of stone carvings, drawings prints and paintings provides a fresh look at the unmistakable art of the Inuit. The work of 23 northern artists tells the story of cultural exchange meeting tradition.
Open Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday 6-9 and Sunday 1-4; Closed Saturdays.Godfrey Dean Art Gallery, 49 Smith St. E, Yorkton, SK. Admission is always free!
The World Day of Prayer service will be held Mar. 4 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew's United Church, 29 Smith St. E. The World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movement of Christians of many traditions who come together the first Friday of March to observe a common day of prayer each year. Over 170 countries around the world share this service. The service for 2011 has been written by the women of Chile. All are welcome to attend.
Yorkton Wildlife Federation Annual Awards Banquet, Fundraiser & Dance - Sat., Mar. 5. Cocktails 6:00 p.m., Banquet 7:00 p.m., Dance 9:30 p.m., St. Mary's Cultural Centre. For ticket info: James Kluk 783-1537, Barry Signarowski 783-4316.
Learn to Skate - Feb. 27, Heritage Heights Outdoor Rink, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Free. Open to anyone who is interested in learning to skate. Instruction will be provided. For more info contact Stephanie Lockhart at 828-2401 or [email protected].
The New Horizons "Friday Night Dance", 78 1st Ave. N., Yorkton. Mar. 11 - Music by "Don and Friends". 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Lunch included. Contact Tom 306-782-3881.
Teen Girls Safety Conference - March 18, 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Dr. Brass school. Sessions will be internet safety, staying safe at home and in the community, self-defense, the effects of alcohol on staying safe. Conference is free and lunch is provided. Transportation may be provided. Register at most Yorkton schools or by calling 782-5181.
International Women's Day will be held on Tues., March 8 at 6:00 at Melrose Place Yorkton. Evening dinner will be at 6:00 followed by "The Raging Grannies". Tickets are may be purchased at Sherring Gold. For more information please contact 621-8948 or 782-5181. This event is in partnership with The Yorkton & District Labour Council, Shelwin House and Shelwin House Outreach.
Sunrise Health Region presents: Baby Bliss - When: Wed., Feb. 23, 2011, 2 - 4 p.m.; Where: Gloria Hayden Community Centre (397 Darlington Street East); Who: We welcome all new parents of infants less than 6 months (siblings welcome); Why: To have the opportunity to meet and socialize with other new parents, and to learn about the different community resources available for parents and tots. Free snacks and door prizes! Contact Joani at 786-0757 for more information.
The Bereaved Parents of Yorkton, a support group for parents who have experienced the death of a child will meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (except July and August) at 7 p.m. at the SIGN Building at 83 North Street, Yorkton. We will be hold general sharing sessions and discussing chapters from the book "Surviving the Loss of a Child - Support for Grieving Parents" by Elizabeth B Brown. For further information, please contact either Rosanna Bilokreli at 783-8386 or Leone Ottenbreit at 783-2637 or email [email protected].
The International Women of Yorkton and area is a social group for all women. They meet one evening a month, at 222 Smith St. E., Yorkton. For more information contact Cathy at 783-2777.
Are you watching? "Words from the Bishop" with host Bishop Yaroslaw on cable 7 Access Communications, Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m., Sundays at 10:30 a.m. A local community TV program that is interesting, conversational and addictive. Are you available to be a guest on the show? Share your story and be involved in the community. For info call Bishop Yaroslaw at 783-4498/641-6698.
The Yorkton Public Library is at their temporary location in the Parkland Mall (Patrons can access the library from inside the Mall. Due to budget constraints, new Library Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.; Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.. Please return all items to the temporary location. For more information please call the Yorkton Public Library at 783-3523.
Get out and have some winter fun Cross Country Ski Trails 6 km of classic cross-country ski trails have been groomed at Deer Park Municipal Golf Course by volunteers from the Yorkton Cross Country Ski Club.For more information call: Merlon @ 782-5569. Outdoor Rinks: Knights of Columbus Park Circlebrooke Drive, Heritage Heights Park, McBurney Drive, Silver Heights Park, Sunset Drive, Weinmaster Park, Morrison Drive, Appleton Park, Manitoba Avenue, Toboggan Hills, Deer Park Golf Course, Rodney Ridge, Roslyn Avenue, Knights of Columbus Park Circlebrooke Drive, Weinmaster Park, Morrison Drive. For more information call 786-1780.
Planning an event? Contact www.tourismyorkton.com for a free listing in our calendar of events.
Second Alanon Meeting in Yorkton - Wednesdays at 8 p.m., Westview United Church, 355 Bradbrooke Dr. All are welcome.
Community Jam for Youth (age 12 and over), Sign on Broadway - Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Music Equipment Provided. FREE of charge. For more information call 786-0520.
Do you enjoy archery shooting? Join the Broken Arrow Archery Club. For youth and adult times and details, contact Mike at 621-1788.
Do you require assistance as a result of the July 1st flooding? The Red Cross is here to help you. They will focus on meeting your needs in ways that might not be available through other recovery programs or your insurance. Call locally at 620-8957 to book an appointment to suite your schedule or visit the Red Cross Recovery Centre, 89 Broadway St. E. (across the street from Robin's Donuts), Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Public Skating @ the Kinsmen Arena Sunday Nights, 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Pre-School & Seniors Skate, Tuesday & Wednesday Afternoons 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information call 786-1750.
Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
The Yorkton Prostate Group meets every 3rd Thurs. of each month in the meeting room of the Yorkton Hospital. We promote early detection and speedy recovery. For more info call (306) 782-5748.
