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The Art of Revolution until May 24, 2014

The Art of Revolution until May 24, 2014 - Godfrey Dean Art Gallery is presenting a timely exhibition of posters that were used during the early stages of the EuroMaidan protests in Kyiv, Ukraine.
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The Art of Revolution until May 24, 2014 - Godfrey Dean Art Gallery is presenting a timely exhibition of posters that were used during the early stages of the EuroMaidan protests in Kyiv, Ukraine. Designed and created for mass distribution through the medium of the private printer, they testify to a deep desire for change and are symbolic of the best impulses of a society mobilizing in its own defense. A selection of 50 posters plus commentary are on exhibit, organized by the Prairie Centre for the Study of Ukrainian Heritage in Saskatoon. Admission is always free! 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 1-4 p.m. Saturday, 49 Smith St. E., Yorkton, SK www.deangallery.ca

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The Yorkton Arts Council is celebrating 40 years of the Stars For Saskatchewan Concert Series with an exciting season ahead! The 2014-2015 Stars For Saskatchewan Concert Series will feature Globe Theatre: A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline; Connie Kaldor; Angele Dubeau & La Pieta; Prairie Debut: Fung-Chui Piano Duo; Eclipse; Prairie Debut: Ensemble Caprice Baroque Quintet; Royal Wood; Ballet Jorgen presenting Cinderella; The Barra MacNeils; and Lone Tree Road with JJ Guy and Scott Cornelius. New Pricing brings great value, with package savings of up to 53% over total single ticket prices! Purchase your ticket by July 31, 2014 and you could win the value of your series ticket back! For more information call the Yorkton Arts Council at 306-783-8722. Tickets are also available online at Ticketpro.

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Parkinson's Disease Support Group meeting Wed., May 21, 2 p.m. at the Yorkton & District Nursing Home. All Parkinson patients & interested persons welcome. For further info contact Marj. at 306-783-7519.

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Dog Nail Trimming Fundraiser! All proceeds are going to be donated by James Bielka from the Barking Lot to Yorkton's Off Leash Dog Park! The event will take place on May 17 from 10:30 a.m. throughout the business day at 7 First Ave. N, Yorkton at Fins, Feathers and Fur Pets and Supplies 306-782-7387.

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Alzheimer and Dementia Support/Information Group Meeting - Wed., May 14, 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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Now at community pARTners gallery, till the end of May! Lindsay Arnold: Garden Immaculate - The solo exhibition. Garden Immaculate by Lindsay Arnold, an artist from the community of North Portal, Saskatchewan, awaits you during regular hours at Yorkton Public Library's community pARTners gallery. Lindsay Arnold creates watercolour drawings that are quietly witty and slyly subversive.

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Deer Park Ladies Golf Club will be holding a "Wine & Cheese" evening Wed., May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Deer Park Golf Course. Information on Tues./Thurs. morning golf 10 a.m. tee-off starting May 20 and Wed. evening 9-hole golf starting at 5:30 p.m. May 21, plus memberships, will be available. Any ladies interested are welcome to attend.

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St. John Ambulance First Aid/CPR Workshop with forcus on Child/Infant issues (choking, CPR, medical conditions, poisons, etc.) - Yorkton Family Resource Centre, 345 Broadway St. W., Yorkton, Mon., May 26, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Kim at 306-782-8171.

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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Thurs., May 15 at 7 p.m. in the Sunshine Room at SIGN on North Street. Special guest speakers will be Joyce and Ed Smith speaking about "Straw Bale Gardening". Everyone is most welcome to attend!

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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their "Spring Plant and Bulb Sale", Fri., May 23, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (or earlier if we run out of plants) at the Parkland Mall, Yorkton. Come and see the great variety of plants at great prices! Gardeners on hand to answer your questions! Come early for best selection. Everyone is welcome!

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The Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton Inc. will hold a Book Market at The Yorkton Co-op Grocery Store on 30 Argyle St. Yorkton, Sask. on Fri., May 23 & Sat., May 24 from 9:30- 5:00. We are taking donations of gently used books - children's books, cookbooks, novel's (fiction and non-fiction), autobiographies, biographies, western novel's, as well as DVD's and CD's, puzzles and board games. Please bring your donation to the Co-op Store either Friday or Saturday morning after 9:00 a.m. For more info call Bilkies at 306-782-5837, Elsie at 306-783-4862 or Eileen at 306-782-5037

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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: Don & Friends, May 16; Ed Hicki, May 23; Parklanders, May 30. For more information contact: Peter at: 306-782-1846.

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The Canadian Federation of University Women/Yorkton Inc. will hold their Annual General Meeting on May 27, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. at Melrose Place. We will be voting on the New Bylaws If you need a copy contact Bilkies at 306-732-5837 prior to the meeting. Please RSVP as Melrose Place would like to know how many are coming.

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Yorkton Public Library Spring Session Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5 years, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m., Mondays or Thursdays April 14 - June 5. Toddler Time - Ages 6-36 months, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Thursdays April 17 - June 5. Call 306-783-3523 to register.

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Calling all artists! Art in the country at Cherrydale Golf Course. Deliver 3 paintings by May 25 or before, children's art welcome too. All pieces must be ready to hang. Reception June 7 at 7:00 p.m. Everyone welcome.

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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.

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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.

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Treasure Chest Toastmasters Club meets weekly on Wednesday evening 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: Delores Moskal 306-620-8424 and Keith Diduch 306-621-8700.

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New Horizons Card Social - 78 1st Ave. N. Every 3rd Sunday of the month. Everyone welcome. Starts at 2:00 p.m. Bingo card game, pool, shuffleboard & darts. Light lunch included. $3.00 per person. Contact Ethel at 782-1621.

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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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Al-Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.