The count down is on... Sept. 12 is the Yorkton Brain Boogie! Register today. There are many ways to join the fun and support the Saskatchewan Brain Injury Association — Form a golf team and gather pledges — register and golf — enjoy the steak dinner after. No matter what you do, you will raise money to help SBIA keep services for brain injury survivors in Yorkton. Yorkton, Sept. 12, Cherrydale Golf Course, registration 1 p.m. Welcome 2 p.m. For further information about the Brain Boogie and individual locations, please contact the Executive Director Glenda James, via email info_sbia@sasktel.net or by phone 306-692-7242 or 1-888-373-1555.
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With September approaching, General Alexander Ross, Royal Canadian Branch #77, will be in full swing, with all activities and programs resuming as usual. We have added more pool tables, shuffleboard and dart boards in anticipation of more players and competitions. Legion members will be in attendance for the city wide registration at the flex hall on Sept. 2. Find out more about the Legion and even take out a membership. Or visit our website on Google for more details. The Yorkton branch has a membership drive on for active new members. We need a good turnout at our Sept. 30 general meeting, as we need 20 volunteers to fill our committees in order to fulfill the many activities and programs that our branch wishes to provide.
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, 78 First Ave. N., Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Every one is welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Admission: $8.00. Music by: Elmer & Charlie, Aug. 28. Contact Peter: 306-782-1846.
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AFSA will again offer the Gardeners Market from Aug. 8 - Sept. 19. Sat. mornings, from 10 a.m. - 12 noon at the Prairie Christian Life Centre north parking lot. Producers of vegetables, fruits, and flowers may register by email at etheldabl@hotmail.com or phone Stacey at 306-641-1439. Processed items are not accepted. Cost is 10% of sales.
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It’s the sale you wait for! It’s the St. Gerard’s CWL Annual Gigantic Garage Sale, Thurs., Sept. 17, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Fri., Sept. 18 , 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at St. Gerard’s Parish Complex, 125 Third Avenue North, Yorkton! There are treasures for everyone including books, collectibles, toys, clothing, small household items… the list goes on and on! Don’t forget the special jewellery table! Pie and coffee special, only $3.00 served all day, each day. No admission; everyone is welcome!
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Volunteers Needed! The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers for the Friendly Visiting Program for Seniors. Volunteers will be trained to provide weekly visits or phone calls to socially or geographically isolated seniors in Yorkton and surrounding area. One hour every other week is all that is required to provide social interaction with a senior and peace of mind for family and caregivers. For more information contact 306-620-3281 or email michelleb.smith@redcross.ca
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Join us at Yorkton Public Library all summer long for fun children’s programs. Activity days (July 6 - Aug. 25) Mondays - ages 10-12, Tuesdays - ages 6-9, 2-3:30 p.m. Must pre-register in person. Spaces are limited. Movie Wednesdays till Aug. 26 at 2:00 p.m. Free popcorn & juice. Everyone welcome! Storycrafts (July 9 – Aug. 27). Thursdays 10:30-11:15 a.m. Open to ages 3-7 years. Game days (July 3 - Aug. 21) Fridays at 2:00 p.m. Join us for some fun board games! Everyone welcome!
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The York Lake Morning Ladies Club 9 holes at 9:00 a.m. on Monday and Fun Golf at 9:00 a.m. on Wed. This will continue through till mid Sept Come and join us as we’d love to get to know you.
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Interested in finding a new outdoor activity? Want to be involved in a low cost, fun sport? Then come out to Patrick Park Disc Golf Course every Tuesday evening from May 5 through until Sept. This will be an evening gathering of players of all skill levels and ages to learn about disc golf, meet other players, trade discs and most of all have fun. Interested participants can show up any time after 7 p.m. and join in for some fun clanging a few chains. For further information search out ‘Disc Golf Courses of the Parkland’ on Facebook, and stay tuned for more information on upcoming night disc golf events (yes play in the moonlight), and competitive tournaments.
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Canadian Blood Services - Volunteer today. Because of you, lives can be saved. When you donate your time to Canada’s blood system, you are helping to save lives. You can become a community educator, donor ambassador or blood donor recruitment expert. You can make a difference by: • Volunteering your skills and experiences in our clinics by becoming involved with donor support through our donor ambassador role or hospitality role • Volunteering in your community by speaking to the public about the need for blood, recruiting new donors and promoting upcoming blood donor clinics. We’ll provide the training – You provide the time. For more information contact: Marilyn Chambers, Coordinator, Volunteer Resources 306-347-1646, marilyn.chambers@blood.ca
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Donate at the following Canadian Diabetes Association Clothesline® drop boxes and help the more than 9 million Canadians living with diabetes and prediabetes: Rock FM Radio, 395 Riverview Rd., SIGN Family Support, 345 Broadway St. W. Clothesline® drop boxes happily accept all cloth based items, shoes, hats, belts and more.
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Gloria Hayden Community Centre Hours of Operation Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Closed over the lunch hour. Saturdays & Sundays noon to 5:00 p.m. Stat Holidays closed.
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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.
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Gen. Alexander Ross branch, Royal Canadian Legion, is alive and well. Come out and meet our 2015 executive. They are making plans to revitalize our branch, but they need your help. Meetings on last Wednesday of the month. Gunners lounge open weekdays and Saturdays at 3 p.m. New members and guests of members welcome in the lounge. Darts Monday 7 p.m., Cribbage Saturdays at 1 p.m. Also pool and shuffleboard available. Beef on a bun on Fridays at 5 p.m. Meat draws Fridays and Saturdays at 5 p.m.
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Crossroads is a support group for women who are experiencing or have experienced violence. Group is held every Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information contact 782-0673 or 782-5181.
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Citizens on Patrol Program Yorkton - COPP the eyes and ears of your community is recruiting new members. For an application or more info please contact COPP at 306-621-7361 (day) or 306-782-3197 (after 6 p.m.) or The Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP at 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7.
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Come join the fun! Yorkton Community Concert Choir. Please call Laurene at 306-782-0460 or Anna at 306-744-2729 for more information.
