The Yorkton Public Library is open at 9 a.m. Monday-Friday.
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Please join us for our 2018 Walk For Alzheimer’s Thurs., June 7, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Yorkton Regional High School. Presented by Investors Group. The walk is a nice outdoor evening walk fundraiser that the whole family can take part in. Please consider joining us and Make Memories Matter, making a difference in the lives of people affected by dementia by your support of our 2018 walk. All money raised goes towards programs and services as well as funds research into a cause and a cure. Pre-register online at www.walkforalzheimerssk.ca. Registration starts at 6:00 p.m. with the walk starting at 6:30 p.m. For more info please contact the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan at 306-949-4141 or events@alzheimer.sk.ca.
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The Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda, East Africa will be presenting a concert at: Westview United Church, 355 Bradbrooke Dr., Yorkton - Thurs., April 5. Freewill offering for the choir.
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Parkinson’s Support Group Meeting - Thurs., March 22 at 2 p.m. at the Yorkton & District Nursing Home (Business Office entrance). All Parkinson’s patients & interested persons welcome. For further information call Marj at 306-783-7519.
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Spring Tea & Bake Sale - Sat., March 24, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., St. Mark Orthodox Church Basement, 160 Betts Ave., Yorkton. Admission: Freewill offering.
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Islands of Grass with Trevor Herriot and Branimir Gjetvaj - Sat., March 24, 2 p.m., Yorkton Public Library, 93 Broadway St. W., Yorkton. Author Trevor Herriot and photographer Branimir Gjetvaj are enthusiastic grassland advocates and naturalists. They will talk about their new book, Islands of Grass, the time they spent in the field on research and photography, and the challenges faced in the effort to conserve our remaining native prairie. Book sales and signing to follow. Presented by Yorkton Public Library and Yellowhead Flyway Birding Trail Association.
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Yorkton Music Festival 2018 - Vocal & Musical Theatre March 13 - 15, Heritage Baptist Church; Piano March 19 - 23, St. Andrew’s United Church; Competition Hi-Lights Concert Sun., March 25 at 2:00 p.m., St. Andrew’s United Church. Adult/Student $5, children under 6 free. Admission Adults $2 per session, students $1.00 per session, children 6 and under free. Programs $10.
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their next regular meeting on Wed., March 21, 7:00 p.m., at SIGN on North Street in Yorkton. Our special guest speaker will be Jim Gorman, agronomist, talking to us about Lawn Care and Maintenance. Everyone is welcome; you don’t have to be a member to come to the meetings. Bring a friend and join us!
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Yorkton Public Library Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 Years, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Mondays or Thursdays Jan. 22 – March 15. Call 783-3523 to register.
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Star Wars Gala - Fri., May 4, 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., St. Mary’s Cultural Center, Yorkton. Children 10 & under $20, adults $50. This event is raising money to send our local scout groups to the World Jamboree in 2019 and the Pacific Jamboree also in 2019. If you are a Star Wars fan, this is a must attend event.
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Treasure Chest Toastmasters - Wed., March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27, 2018, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Parkland College Trades and Technology Centre, 273 Dracup Ave. N., Yorkton. Does the idea of public speaking send shivers down your spine? Do you want to move to the next level in your career or organization? Hone public speaking and leadership skills through Treasure Chest Toastmasters, a group for those who want to learn how to express themselves with clarity, to get the message across with confidence, and to stand up in a crowd and command attention. The best thing is that you get to learn and hone these skills in a fun, friendly and supportive environment! More info at https://1245.toastmastersclubs.org/
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Al-Anon meets Monday nights, 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St. and Wednesday nights, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church (355 Bradbrooke Dr.). Alateen also meets on Wednesday night, 8 p.m. at Westview United Church. Adult children of Alcoholics Al-Anon meeting every Friday at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 73 Smith St.
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Club 55+ Golden Age Bowlers are looking for new members. Leagues are Mondays and/or Wednesdays at 1 p.m. First time Bowlers are welcome! Drop in at 12:30 p.m. on those days or Call Brad at the Yorkton Bowl Arena 306-783-5183.
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Attention duplicate bridge players: come join the Yorkton Duplicate Bridge Club for an afternoon of fun. We meet every Wednesday afternoon at the Yorkton public library at 1:00 p.m. We will be starting the season on Sept. 6 - end of May 2018. All bridge players are welcome and encouraged to come and join us. For more information please call 306-782-1689 or 306-890-0417.
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Tune in each Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. on Access Channel 7 to hear Pastor George Lewis. Sponsored by Yorkton Immanuel Baptist Church.
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Yorkton Retired Senior Citizens Cribbage and Pool Players Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., lower level at St. Gerard’s Church east entrance off 4th Ave. N. Light lunch w/coffee/tea. Non-denominational club. Contact Joan at 306-783-6042.
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The York Colony Quilter’s Guild meets every Wed. at 9:30 a.m. at the Western Development Museum. Experienced and novice sewers are welcome. There are group activities and classes to learn new techniques, as well as work on charity projects. Come and check us out to enjoy some stitching time with a welcoming group.
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Crossroads - A support group for women experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence. Thursdays 1:15 - 2:30 p.m., Family Resource Center - SIGN on Broadway. Free childcare and transportation available & Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Shelwin House (please call for address). Adults (women) only. Group is open to all women who feel a need for support on their journey. Please contact 306-782-5181 or 306-783-7233 for more info.
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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 306-783-7042 or 306-783-3564 or The Yorkton City Detachment of the RCMP at 306-786-2400 or Box 153, Yorkton, SK S3N 2V7.
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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Tues., SIGN East Entrance, 83 North St., weigh in 6:15 p.m., meeting to follow; Wed., SIGN 345 Broadway St. W., York B Salon, Lower Level, weigh in 12:00 noon, meeting 12:15 - 12:45 p.m. Call 306-783-3765 or visit www.tops.org for more information.
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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: SIGN Family Support, 345 Broadway St. W. Clothesline® drop boxes happily accept all cloth based items, shoes, hats, belts and more.
