2016-08-12

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# MUSIC

Fri., Aug. 12

Slip Stream

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Billy Bob

Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.

The Rhythmaires

Fairfield Seniors’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Dr.

Justice and Jasmine

McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.

Sevendust w/ Crobot and Red Tide Rising

Saskatoon Event Centre, 1201 Alberta Ave.

The Classy Chassys w/ The Buzzardline

Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Megan Lane and Mostly Wanted

Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.



Megan Lane performs at the Capitol Music Club Aug. 12.

River’s Edge

Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.

Jeremy Grey

The Underground Café, 430 20th St. W.

Pot Hole Road

Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.

Sat., Aug. 13

Penny Reign

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Leon Ochs

Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W.

Billy Bob

Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.

Slightly Off-Centre

McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.

Sturgill Simpson

O’Brians Event Centre, 241 Second Ave. S.

Fire Next Time, Myles & The Blanks, Spacemints and The Hook-Ups

Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

Morgan Page w/ Mern, Bobby Tables, JA DJ and Alpha Krew

Saskatoon Event Centre, 1201 Alberta Ave.

Veuve Vlivquot: Yellow Party Summer Deck Series

Finn’s Irish Pub, 924 Spadina Cres. E.

Rec Room Records: DJ Marketmall and Ravewind

Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

River’s Edge

Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.

Pot Hole Road

Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.

Sun., Aug. 14

Acoustic Jam

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Mon., Aug. 15

FKB

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Skeletonwitch w/ Skull Vultures and Untimely Demise

Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Dowsing, Pure Bliss, The Puppets and Cookin’ with Grandma

Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

Tues., Aug. 16

Eddie Robertson

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

SASC Presents: Freak Heat Waves w/ The Avulsions

Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Wed., Aug. 17

Eddie Robertson

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Cécile Doo-Kingué

Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

Four Year Strong w/ Like Pacific, Safe to Say, Why Marilyn and Almost Alien

Louis’ Pub, 93 Campus Dr.

Romi Mayes

Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

Craig Cardiff

Village Guitar & Amp Co., 432 20th St. W.

Thurs., Aug 18

The Pony Boys

Crackers Restaurant & Lounge, 1-227 Pinehouse Dr.

Whiplash

Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Kicking It Live with Kelly Read: Acoustic Deck Series

Finn’s Irish Pub, 924 Spadina Cres. E.

# ART

Gordon Snelgrove Gallery

Until Aug. 19 in Room 191 of the University of Saskatchewan’s Murray Building. Exploring Expression, A Certificate Student Graduate Art Show. Reception Aug. 12, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Gallery on Third, Watrous

Until Aug. 13 at 102 Third Ave. E., Watrous. Sculpture Symposium.

Collector’s Choice Art Gallery

Until Aug. 13 at 625D First Ave. N. Paintings by Laurel Schenstead-Smith and Cecelia Jurgens. Gallery artists are also on display.

The Gallery at Art Placement

Aug. 13 to Sept. 8 at 228 Third Ave. S. You art not here by Bruce Montcombroux. Reception Aug. 13, 2 p.m.

Hand Wave Gallery

Until Sept. 29 at 409 Third Ave., Meacham. Pitcher — Picture by Jeff Stewart and Martin Tagseth. Atmosphere fired ceramics. Opening reception Aug. 14, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Collector’s Choice Art Gallery

Aug. 16-27 at 625D First Ave. N. Artwork by Jonathon Burnett and Jonn Einerssen. Gallery artists are also on display.

Saskatchewan Craft Council

Until Aug. 20 at 813 Broadway Ave. Emma Bound, works by Emma 2016 International Collaboration participants.

Station Arts Centre, Rosthern

Until Aug. 27 at 701 Railway Ave., Rosthern. Carriers of Creation, honouring the beauty of all creatures, by Leah Marie Dorion; and Postcards to the Station, a postal art fundraising exhibit with varied small pieces from around the world up for silent auction.



Earth Drummers by Leah Marie Dorion is on display at Station Arts Centre in Rosthern.



Sunshine Splash by Bett York is on display at Station Arts Centre in Rosthern.

Humboldt and District Museum and Gallery

Until Aug. 27 at 601 Main St. in Humboldt. Oblivious — A Prairie Spectrum, a collaborative exhibition by James Korpan and Paul Constable.

Hues Art Supply

Until Aug. 31 at 1818 Lorne Ave. Artwork by Chris Banman.

Gallery on the Greens

Until Aug. 31 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Oddities, an exhibition of small scale sculptures, by Leslie Potter. Clay Studio 3 — For the Table. Works by Thelma Howard, Paula Cooley, Nancy Grummett, Ron and Rusty Kurenda, Gail Sherwin, Eli Fernandez, Elaine Friesen, Shirley Carriere, Tina Morton, Conni Brewer, Martin Tagseth, Lorraine Sutter, Jenny Diller and Judy Tryon.

Paved Arts

Through August at 424 20th St. W. Metamorphosis: Get Up and Dance, a billboard project by Jeff Thomas.

Watrous Library

Through August at 404 Main St., Watrous. Summer Days, a show featuring local photographers.

Eye Gallery

Until Sept. 3 at 117-1132 College Dr. Late Bloomers, an exhibition of tulip paintings from various bodies of work, by Monique Martin.

Fine Crafts in the Battlefords

Dimensions exhibition through Sept. 4 in the Chapel Gallery in North Battleford.

Market Mall Children’s Playland Art Gallery

Until Sept. 4 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Animal Eyes, annual student exhibition by Grade Seven students from St. George School.

Musée Ukraina Museum

Until Sept. 5 at 222 Ave. M S. Asya’s Room, a solo exhibition of paintings and soap stone carvings by Christine Devrome.

North Star Gallery

Until Sept. 30, 16 kilometres west of Humboldt and six kilometres south. Paintings by Karen Holden and pottery by Mel Bolen.

Handmade House Showcase

Until Oct. 1 at 710 Broadway Ave. Nearby by Paige Mortensen.

# FAMILY

Flynn’s Forest Indoor Playground

Daily, 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., at 50-214 Joseph Okemasis Dr. A bright and clean indoor playground. Information at flynns-forest.com or their Facebook page.

CJ’s Climb and Play

Daily, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., in Bay 4 of 619 South Railway St. W., in Warman. Saskatchewan’s newest indoor playground. For children up to age 12. Visit cjsclimbandplay.com or their Facebook page.

Fun Factory Indoor Playground

Daily at 1633C Quebec Ave. A giant indoor playground for young children. Adults and children under one year are free. There is a separate fenced in area for children under two.

Children’s Play Centre

Daily at Lawson Heights Mall. A fun, safe, environment for preschool children to play. Children must wear socks in the play area. Please note this is an unsupervised play area, and adults must stay with and supervise children at all times.

Market Mall Children’s Play Centre

Daily just off the food court at Market Mall. This play area is free and has different level slides. Children must wear socks in the play area.

Kid Yoga Classes

Ages five to 10 on Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; home-schoolers ages five to 12 on Mondays, 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S. Classes taught by Nina Zettl. Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com.

Prenatal Partner Workshops: Yoga for Childbirth

Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Birth Rhythms, 248 Third Ave. S. Instructed by Nina Zettl. No previous yoga experience is required. Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com, 306-361-8852.

Mom and Baby Yoga

Mondays, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S. Classes taught by Nina Zettl. For mothers with babies as young as six weeks. Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com.

Postnatal Yoga

Mondays, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Beginner to intermediate yoga designed to help with postpartum recovery. Register at msjpriestley.wix.com/pureenergy. No class on stat holidays.

Canadian Light Source (CLS) Public Tours

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2 p.m., at the Canadian Light Source, 44 Innovation Blvd. The synchrotron research facility is open for the public. Preregistration is required. Call 306-657-3644, email outreach@lightsource.ca or visit lightsource.ca/education/public_tours.php.

Prenatal Yoga

Mondays, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Taught by a doula and certified yoga teacher. Call 306-251-0443 or email msjpriestley@gmail.com. No class on stat holidays.

Puppet Camps

Various one-week camps until Aug. 19 at Albert Community Centre. Hosted by Wide Open Children’s Theatre. Includes shadow puppets, fringe puppets, hand puppets and giant puppets. Information at wideopen.ca.

Stay and Play

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., September through April. For children up to age five. Semi-structured, crafts, snacks, story time, toys, activities. Email stayandplaysaskatoon@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page.

Pre-School Drop-In Gymnastics Classes

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Marian Gymnastics Club, 343 Edson St. A parent-supervised drop-in program. Drop-in requires the purchase of a punch card. No registration required. Information at 306-934-0944.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., at McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. For children ages three to five in the Circle of Trees. Call 306-955-1477.

Tiny Tots Sensory Classes

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. Hosted by My Smart Hands Saskatoon. Explore sensory play through various items while supporting this learning through various signs. Information at mysmarthandssaskatoon.com.

Level I Baby Sign Language Classes

Tuesdays, 2:15 p.m. Hosted by My Smart Hands Saskatoon. Caregivers and children will build their American Sign Language vocabulary. Information at mysmarthandssaskatoon.com.

Shop ‘n Stroll

Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., meet in front of Customer Service at Lawson Heights Mall. Power-walking, body-sculpting moves and socializing for parents and babies. Preregister at runnersandbootiesfitness.com. No classes on stat holidays.

Stars and Strollers

Wednesdays, 1 p.m., at Centre Cinemas in The Centre. Choice of two movies each week. A baby-friendly environments with lowered volume, dimmed lighting, a changing table and stroller parking in select theatres.

Parent and Toddler Yoga

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., and/or Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S. Classes taught by Nina Zettl. For parents and their toddlers ages one to five. Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com, 306-381-8852.

Breastfeeding Cafe

Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Westwinds Primary Health Centre, 3311 Fairlight Dr. A drop-in support group for breastfeeding women.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes

Monthly classes, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at City Centre Family Physicians, 200-3211 Preston Ave. S. Taught by Registered Nurses/Lactation Consultants Cindy Leclerc and Jana Stockham. Register at cindyandjana.com/classes.

Playgroup

Monthly and seasonal events. Hosted by Prairie Hearts Learning Community, a group of families inspired by Waldorf philosophy. Programming is aimed at children ages two to five, but all ages welcome. Information on their Facebook page.

Engineering for Kids

Children ages four to 14 can learn about technology and how engineers help it develop. Get information and register at engineeringforkids.net/saskatoon or 306-978-4186.

BRICKS 4 KIDZ® Saskatoon

Regular after-school programs, preschool classes and camps for kids of all ages at various locations in Saskatoon. An atmosphere for students to build unique creations, play games, and have fun using LEGO® bricks. Visit bricks4kidz.com or call 306-979-2749.

Saskatoon Public Library Programs

Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary.ca.

# SPECIAL EVENTS

Borden Farmers’ Market

Fridays until Oct. 7, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Borden Fire Hall in Borden. Lunch is available 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information at 306-997-2159 or Facebook.

Slim Chance

Friday nights, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. Slim Chance performs top of the charts oldies. Information at 306-244-6869.

Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Club

Aug. 12, 9 p.m., at Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Cres. E. Featuring Garrett Clark & Brittaney Lyseng. Tickets at parktownhotel.com, 306-244-5564 or at the door.

Smash for STARS

Aug. 12-14 at the STARS Hangar on Airport Dr. Presented by Saskatoon Millennium Lions and Smashkatoon. A Super Smash Brothers gaming tournament. With prizes, barbecue and the Prairie Rail Model Railway Club. Register at goo.gl/forms/TyWE4tIxYkYDISwE2. Information at 306-321-2068.

Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Festival

Aug. 12-14 at the Ness Creek site. Featuring the Notre Dame de Grass, The Fitzgeralds, The Annie Lou Band, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, All Day Breakfast String Band, Rugged Little Thing, Andrew Sneddon and Matthew Hornell. Information at northernlightsbluegrass.ca. Tickets at picatic.com.

Westside Community Centre’s Clothing Depot

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3488 Fairlight Dr. Free clothing for all ages, free baked goods from a local bakery. They take donations of clothing, footwear, accessories and toys. Information at 306-222-8737.

Young Chef Competition

Aug. 13 at the Farmers’ Market. Hosted by Ayden Kitchen. A competition for Saskatchewan chefs under 25. The top five from all entries will compete, using a secret ingredient to be revealed the day before the competition. The winner will receive the Ayden Young Chef Scholarship. Information at jrchefyxe@gmail.com.

Prairie Feast: Street Fair

Aug 13, 5 p.m., outside Ayden Kitchen & Bar, 265 Third Ave. S. This year’s theme is a celebration of world street food and festival culture. Chefs from around Canada, live entertainment, game stations, cocktails and food stations. Tickets at picatic.com. Information on Facebook. Proceeds will go toward the Saskatoon Food Bank and the Ayden Young Chef Scholarship.

Saskatoon Lions Band Practices

Sundays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at 238 Ave. V N. The community marching band meets to rehearse. Young musicians ages 12 to 21, with at least one year of playing experience, are welcome. Colourguard flag twirling practice is at the same time, with no experience necessary. Information at 306-249-5013, brenda.armstrong@sasktel.net.

Bobbin Lace Workshop

Aug. 14, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Marr Residence, 326 11th St. E. Learn about this centuries-old technique for making lace by hand. With demonstrator Ulla Nielsen.

Buddhist Meditation

Sundays, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Guided meditation taught by the monks from the Buddha Meditation Centre of Saskatoon. Everyone is welcome. Class is free. Information at meditationsaskatoon.org, 306-374-2840.

Tonight It’s Poetry

Aug. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave. Community Stage featuring Shane avec i grec. Admission at the door.

Wyatt

Aug. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Mayfair United Church, 902 33rd St. W. The Canadian country band performs. Tickets at McNally Robinson, picatic.com or at the door. Proceeds support Mayfair United Church.

Wyatt performs in Saskatoon on Aug. 14.

Saskatoon Exhibition

Until Aug. 14 at Prairieland Park. Midway rides and games, demonstration, live entertainment, food. Tickets and information at saskatoonex.com.

Bluegrass Music Camp

Aug. 15-19 at the Ness Creek site. A friendly, non-competitive environment for musicians of all ages and skill levels. Adult and youth camps available. Register at picatic.com. Information at northernlightsbluegrass.ca.

Country Farms Marketplace

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Confederation Mall. An indoor marketplace across from Urban Planet. Home cooked lunch, desserts, preserves, handcrafted items and home-based business vendors.

Saskatoon Brass Band Rehearsals

Saskatoon Brass Band rehearses Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Saskatoon Youth Brass rehearses Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and Bridge City Brass rehearses Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Information at 306-934-1470.

Free Lawn Bowling

Wednesday mornings, 10 a.m., until Aug. 17, at Nutana Lawn Bowling Club, 320 Seventh St. E. Everyone is welcome and all equipment is provided. Wear flat-soled shoes.

Saskatoon Farmers’ Market

Open year round. Wednesday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., farmers are in attendance. Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday during market hours, food service and specialty shops are open. Information at saskatoonfarmersmarket.com. Contact 306-384-6262, skfarm@sasktel.net.

Bargain Basement Store

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 454 Egbert Ave. Clothing, jewelry, purses, belts and more. With a free soup lunch Wednesdays at 12 p.m. To donate clothes call 306-955-3766, visit spuconline.com or email rachsam1@gmail.com.

Mayfair Carpet Bowling

Wednesdays, 1:15 p.m., at Mayfair United Church. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. For information call 306-651-2151.

Adult Drop-In Gymnastics Classes

Wednesdays, 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at Marian Gymnastics Club, 343 Edson St. A drop-in program for ages 16 and up. Drop-in requires the purchase of a punch card. No registration required. Information at 306-934-0944.

Prairie Sky Farmers’ Market

Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at St. Paul’s United Church, 424 Egbert Ave. Vendors sell local food and craft items.

Carpet Bowl

Thursdays, 12:15 p.m., at Nutana Legion Hall, 3021 Louise Ave. Hosted by the Nutana Senior Citizens Association. Lunch and coffee are available for a fee.

Steak/Chicken Fun Night

Aug. 18, 6 p.m., at SaskTel Soccer Centre, 150 Nelson Rd. Hosted by Mount Royal Emmanuel United Church Outreach Committee. Advance tickets only. Call 306-933-9559. All proceeds will go to charity projects.

Saskatoon International Folk Dance

Thursdays, 7 p.m., through August, in Kiwanis Park north of the Bessborough. The Saskatoon International Folk Dance Club dances. Everyone is welcome to join. Information at 306-374-0005, sifc.awardspace.com.

37th Annual Saskatoon Folkfest

Aug. 18-20 around Saskatoon. A showcase of culture through food, music and displays. With 22 ethnic pavilions. Passports at Folkfest office, RBC, Safeway, Mac’s, Tourism Saskatoon, Park Town Hotel or any pavilion. Information at saskatoonfolkfest.com.

Prince Niah plays with fire in the Caribbean pavilion of Folkfest at Prairieland Park, running Aug. 18-20.

Book Signing at McNally

Regular book launches and signings at McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. For schedule and information visit mcnallyrobinson.com/saskatoon_events.

English for Employment Class

Hosted by the Saskatoon Open Door Society. Improve English pronunciation and communication, and learn what you need to find work in Saskatoon. Information or registration at 306-250-4337, 306-653-4464, 306-250-4338, jhaugen@sods.sk.ca, ajunek@sods.sk.ca.

# THEATRE

Million Dollar Quartet

Until Aug. 20 at Broadway Theatre. A Globe Theatre production. A musical inspired by the legendary recording session in 1956 that brought together Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley for the first and only time. Tickets at 306-652-6556, broadwaytheatre.ca.

Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan

Until Aug. 21 just north of the University Bridge. Performances of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, J. Caesar and the Roving Show, a site specific piece featuring audience interaction. Tickets at ticketmaster.ca. Information at shakespearesask.com.

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