The Yorkton Public Library is open at 9 a.m. Monday-Friday.
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Special Olympics Yorkton will be holding our 1st Bocce Tournament on June 10. In order to make this event a success we are looking for a number of volunteers. We are also looking for a few portable gazebos that we will be able to use that day. If you are able to spare some time that day to help us out, it would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Pam Schmuck at 306-621-3563.
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Family Movie Night at Yorkton Public Library - Coco, Tues., May 29 at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Snacks will be provided. (Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult).
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Movie Afternoon at Yorkton Public Library - Victoria & Abdul - Tues., May 29 at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Snacks provided by the Bentley.
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Join us at Yorkton Public Library for Cookbook Club. Make it, sample it, discuss it! Borrow a cookbook from the library, make a recipe to share with the group, and discuss your cookbook! Be introduced to new recipes, cooking styles, and other people who like to cook (and eat)! All are welcome. Our first meeting will be June 11 at 2 p.m. at YPL!
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society is planning a one day road trip to Dauphin on Sat., June 9 to visit some private gardens and greenhouses. Would you like to join us? Guests welcome as space permits. For more information call Liz at 306-782-2830.
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The Yorkton and District Horticultural Society will be holding their Spring Plant and Bulb Sale on Fri., May 25 from 9:30 a.m. till 5 p.m. at the Parkland Mall, Yorkton. Here’s your chance to get some beautiful new plants for your garden at great prices! Gardeners on hand to answer your questions. Everyone is welcome!
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Multi Family Garage Sale at St. Andrew’s United Church, Yorkton (29 Smith Street East). May 30 (10-6), May 31 (10-5), June 1 (10-4). Hot dogs, pie and coffee and Bake sale. Everyone welcome.
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Saskatchewan Breeding Bird Atlas - Basics of Bird ID and Atlasing Workshop. Sun., May 27, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at Maier barn loft, 10 km south of Yorkton on Hwy. 9, east side before curve. You will learn the tools and techniques needed to identify birds and how to contribute to the largest citizen science project undertaken in Saskatchewan. We expect to take a short walk to practice collecting checklists for the Atlas so dress for the weather. Bring your lunch, binoculars, and birding field guide. Coffee and snacks provided. Contact: Allison Henderson at [email protected] or Paula 306-782-7287 or [email protected]
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Women’s Journey of Faith presents Love Tour - May 28, 7 p.m., Prairie Harvest Life Centre, 72 Melrose Ave., Yorkton, SK. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. [email protected], 306-786-6840 eventbrite.ca
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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 [email protected].
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New Horizons Friday Night Dance, New Horizons Senior Centre, 78 First Ave. North, Yorkton, Sk. Great night of dancing. Everyone welcome. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Music by: May 25, The Zayshleys. Admission $10.00. Contact Peter H - 306-782-1846. Hall rental Peter L - 306-783-6109.
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Treasure Chest Toastmasters - Wed., May 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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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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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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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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Attention all crib players - come join us at the Yorkton Public Library on Friday at 1 p.m. All are welcome. Please use the back door.
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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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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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Attention duplicate bridge players:Â 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. Â
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Parkland Writers Alliance: Contact Carol 306-782-5755, Marge 306-783-0174, [email protected], http://parklandwritersalliance.wordpress.com. Parkland region’s public writing group meet 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Yorkton Public Library, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Everyone interested in writing is welcome. Annual membership fee is $10.
