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  • PRINCE ALBERT LITERACY NETWORK is an association of agencies, interested citizens and learners that promotes and supports literacy and family literacy in the community. Members meet monthly to discuss current activities, plan future initiatives and share information. Network members work together to obtain funding through provincial and national grants and to oversee the projects supported by the grants. New members are most welcome. Call the Family Literacy Projects Coordinator at 306-922-6736 for more information.

  • Collecting used eyeglasses and hearing aids, in any condition, for use by the Christian Blind Mission International (CBMI), to assist those in urgent need in developing countries. The Kikuyu Hospital in Kenya, one of CBMI's partners, has requested 40,000 pairs of glasses. There is also a need for non-prescription reading glasses. If you have old eyeglasses or hearing aids in a drawer or cupboard that you no longer use, please donate them to CBMI. These can be sent to me at Box 2, Neilburg, S0M 2C0. For more info contact: Denise Ramsay-Mackenzie - oink@sk.sympatico.ca

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  • Margo Fournier Centre: Fall and Winter Hours (September 1-May 31): Mon-Fri 8:00am-10:00pm, Sat. 10:00am-9:00pm, Sun 2:00-9:00pm, Statutory Holidays 1:00-5:00pm. Administrative Office: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4.45pm.
    - Noon Hour Basketball: Mon-Fri; Drop in Volleyball: Mon; Drop in Volleyball and Basketball: Thurs. For more info on programs call the office 306-953-4816.
    Youth Activities Centre: Mon-Fri 1:00-9:00pm, Sat-Sun Closed. Pool, games, ping pong, crafts, sports, workshops, computer, canteen, special events and free munchies. For more info on programs call 306-953-4822 or 306-764-4266.

  • Seniors Activities at the Kinsmen Heritage Centre (115-12th Street West). Monday to Saturday from 1:00-5:00pm. Daily activities: Monday, Wednesday and Friday - carpet bowling, shuffleboard, billiards, and lunch. Tuesday - whist and bridge; Thursday kaiser and bridge; Saturday - cribbage.
    Every second Friday - Dancing from 8:00pm to midnight. Last Tuesday of month: Senior Songsters from 10:30-11:30am. Every 4th Thursday: Potluck Suppers from 5:30-8:30pm. Every 1st Wednesday - Birthday Party and Dance 2:00pm. Every 2nd Wednesday - monthly S.S.A.I. Meeting at 2:00pm. For more information call 306-953-4826.

    Frank J. Dunn Pool

      PUBLIC SWIMMING
    • Sunday: 12:00-1:00pm Adult Lane Swim, 1:00-3:00pm Public Swimming, 3:00-5:00pm Adult & Family Swimming, 6:30-8:30pm Public Swimming
    • Monday: CLOSED
    • Tuesday-Thursday: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Public Swimming 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. Adult Lane Swim
    • Friday: 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Public Swimming
    • Saturday: 1:00-3:00pm Public Swimming, 3:00-5:00pm Adult & Family Swimming, 6:30-8:30pm Public Swimming

  • Marion Aquatics Program: Public Swimming: 7:30-9:00pm Monday to Thursday. Children's Swimming lessons available from 4:00-5:30pm, and from 5:30 to 7:00pm, repeated every 2 weeks. Aquacize 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 to 6:30pm Monday and Wednesday. Therapeutic Aquacize Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 to 11:30. Adult Lessons Monday evenings 7:30 to 9:00pm. Noon swim Tuesday and Thursday 11:45-12:40pm (passes required). For more information about programs or to register, drop in on Monday and Tuesday evenings or call the office 306-764-2556.

  • December 1: Dry Dance at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1st Avenue East). Starts at 9:00pm. Live Band "TBA". For info call Rose Henry 306-764-3431.

  • December 1: Craftabition at Duck Lake. Tables rent for $15 and $22. Call Karen at 306-467-2277.

  • December 1: Saturday Matinee at the Cuelenaere Library - Mary-Kate and Ashley Christmas Collection, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 90 minutes, rated G. Get in the holiday spirit with Mary-Kate and Ashley--enjoy three Christmas stories. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 1 and 7-8: Small Business Christmas Party at PAEX.

  • December 2: SUNDAY FUNDAYS at the Little Gallery. Art Exploration & Drop in Activities (with new activities each time!). 2:00 - 4:00 pm. For more info call 306-763-7080.

  • December 2: Sunday Matinee at the Cuelenaere Library - America’s Sweethearts, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 104 minutes, rated PG. Two estranged Hollywood superstars must pretend their relationship is still going strong as they head off on a press junket to promote their latest movie. Julia Roberts stars in this romantic comedy. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Prince Albert Chess Club meets in the Arts Centre every Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30pm. Everyone welcome. Free lessons, everything provided. Open to all ages and anyone can play or watch. For more information, come to meeting or call Marion 306-763-5556 or Dave 306-764-0417.

  • December 3: Herb Bassett Home Auxiliary meeting at the nursing home, 1:30pm. For info call Gerri 306-764-4901 or Eileen 306-922-0545.

  • December 3: Ukrainian Culture and Heritage Club meets at 17-11th St. E. (Please use the back door).

  • December 3: The Prince Albert Wood Turner's Guild was formed to help promote and advance the art of wood turning. The Guild meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at SIAST Woodland Campus, Carpentry Shop. Anyone interested can join or come and find out about the Guild. Guests and members provide programs. The Guild also hosts special events, shows and educational sessions throughout the year. For more information contact Doug Corrigal 306-763-2135.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: P. A. Toastmasters meets at the Elks Lodge (93-8th Ave. E.). 7:00pm. Everyone is invited. For more info call Paul Davidson 306-763-6325 or Ron Eaket 306-764-3343.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: P.A. Duplicate Bridge at Orpheum Plaza (1316 Central Ave.) 1:15pm (Please use back door) For info call Joice 306-763-2283.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: The Prince Albert Shooting Stars square dancing lessons at St Anne School 2245-5th Ave. West starting at 8:30pm. Information call Fred Hetley 306-764-5903 or Fride Paul 306-922-8083.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: P.A. Mens' Chorus at Calvary United Church (114-25th St. E.). For info call 306-763-3425.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Watsonairs Ladies Choral Group at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.). For info call Gladys 306-763-3724.

  • December 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Mom's Morning Out meets at Alliance Church. For info call Sharon 306-763-2422 or Sheri 306-763-7616.

  • December 4: PRINCE ALBERT WRITERS’ GROUP at the Cuelenaere Library, 2:00pm, Meeting Room 2. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 4: Prince Albert Chapter of Aglow of Canada, non denominational Christian Womens Group meets first Tuesday of every month at Prince Albert Golf and Curling Club in Banquet Room. You are welcome to bring your husband or friend to the dinner, you must reserve to attend. For more information call Sharon 306-763-8868.

  • December 4: P.A. Sports Council meeting at the Summer Games Sports Centre, 9:00pm. For info call Gail 306-764-8435 or Carol 306-764-7995.

  • December 4: Herb Bassett Friendship Club meeting in the Herb Bassett Home chapel (1220-25th St. W.).

  • December 4, 11, 18, 25: Bereavement Support Group meets in chapel meeting room at Herb Bassett Home. Facilitators are Rev. Dennis Serfas and Donna Christopherson. For info call 765-6005.

  • December 4, 18: P.A. Top Hat Lions Club meeting in the Tee Room at the Golf and Curling club (900-22nd St. E.). 7:00pm.

  • December 5: East Hill Kaiser Club meeting at East Hill Hall (290-23rd St. E.), 7:00pm. For info call Doris 306-764-5130 or Mary 306-764-7641.

  • December 5: Autism Family Support Group meets at Elks Hall, 93-8th Ave. E. For more info call Judy 306-764-0493 or Cathy 306-763-0686.

  • December 5: Brain Injury Support Group meets in Herb Bassett Home, Adult Day Centre (1200-24th St. W.). For info call Gerry 306-763-3425 or Gail 306-765-6631.

  • December 5: Blood Donor Clinic at PAEX. 12:30-4:30pm and 6:00-8:00pm.

  • December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28: P.A. Duplicate Bridge at Orpheum Plaza (1316 Central Ave.) 7:30pm (Please use back door) For info call Joice 306-763-2283.

  • December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28: P.A. and District Badminton Club meets 7:30-9:30pm at SIAST Woodland Campus gym (1100-15th St. E.). For info call Edwin 306-764-4192 or Debbie 764-7134.

  • December 5, 12, 19, 26: P.A. City Band rehearsal at Calvary United Church (114-25th St. E.), 7:30pm. For info call 306-763-5996.

  • December 5, 12, 19, 26: TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) meets 6:30pm every Wednesday, at Calvary United Church (114-25 Street E). For more information call Doreen 306-764-1302 or Jean 306-764-6989.

  • December 5, 12, 19, 26: German Choir meets upstairs the German Club Room at the Optimist Centre. For more info call Niela 306-922-1256.

  • December 5, 12, 19, 26: Old-Tyme dance classes at Wesley United Church (65-11th St. E.), 7:30pm.

  • December 5, 19: P.A. Mid-Pro Rock and Gem Society Meeting, 7:30pm at the Arts Centre. 1st Wednesday meeting and 3rd Friday program of every month. Everyone welcome. For more information call Ralph 306-764-2295 or Douglas Hodgins 306-764-1049.

  • December 6: Council of Canadians meeting, 3rd floor at 48-12th St. E. Non members welcome. For info call Rick 306-922-3851.

  • December 6: Art with Bag Lunch (12 noon) at the Little Gallery. Bring your lunch bag and join us at noon for a discussion of the current exhibition. For more info call 306-763-7080.

  • December 8: GINGERBREAD MAN DECORATING at the Cuelenaere Library, 1:00pm. There’ll be stories and fun and then you’ll decorate your very own gingerbread man. Children in grades 1 to 3 can register for this program by calling 306-763-8496.

  • December 8: Saturday Matinee at the Cuelenaere Library - Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 105 minutes, rated G. Jim Carrey stars as the Grinch in this live-action version of Dr. Seuss’ holiday classic. Find out why he hates Christmas, meet the citizens of Whoville, and watch Cindy Lou recapture the spirit of Christmas. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 9: SUNDAY MATINEE - Santa Who?, 2:00, Mahon Auditorium, 89 minutes, rated PG. A TV reporter can’t believe his luck when Santa hits his windshield and gets amnesia. It’s his turn to be surprised when the search for Santa’s home leads to the North Pole. Leslie Nielsen stars as Santa.

  • December 11: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre. Presentation: Video night. Assignment due: Arts Centre Activity (these may be used for promotional posters - media releases will be available). 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 306-922-3394.

  • December 11: Businessmen's Fellowship presents Krystaal. Tickets are $14.00 adult or $12.00 14 and under. call 306-922-3181 Mark or Bruce 306-922-3278. P.A.Inn 6:30pm. Michel, Fabian, and Aliston Lwamba are wonderfully capable and gifted singers, songwriters, and instrumentalists. Together they are Krystaal (pronounced Kree-STAL), a unique group that is making a powerful impact on the North American music scene. The brothers, who grew up in Zaire (Democratic Republic of Congo) have a triumphant story to tell. All three were forced to flee for their lives in 1989. Their parents and more than 100 other family members who remained in Zaire were murdered under the brutal rule of dictator/president Mubutu Sese Seko. Krystaal plays in a variety of styles, including gospel, R&B, hip-hop, Afro-jazz, and soul. Their music combines many African elements, which adds a unique energy and flavour to familiar popular styles. The group sings in English, French, Spanish, Esperanto, and Swahili. Email: m.tweidt@sk.sympatico.ca

  • December 11: Prince Albert Plastic Modellers Society meets at 7:30 in the Margo Fournier Centre. Everyone welcome but under 16, please bring a parent. Demonstrations, guest speakers and more. For information call Jon Hopper 306-922-8695, Patrick Elkington 306-764-4840 or Max Wasyliw 306-763-0956.

  • December 11: Royal Purple Lodge meeting at 93-8th Ave. E., 8:00pm.

  • December 11: P.A. Earth Advocates meeting in Room 231B at SIAST. For info call Elizabeth 306-922-2369.

  • December 11: Sask. Genealogical Society meeting at the Historical Museum (10 River St.), 7:30pm.

  • December 11: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre. Presentation: Dennis Chamberlain BRINGING COLOUR TO LIFE. Assignment due: Shot from ground-level. 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 306-922-3394.

  • December 11, 25: P.A. Quilt Patch Guild meeting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 7:30pm.

  • December 12: Alzheimer Society meeting at Co-op Health Centre (110-8th St. E.), 9:30 am and 7:30pm. For info call Bud 922-3295.

  • December 12: Survivors of Suicide meets. For people affected by the suicide of someone close to you. For info call Christine 306-763-8598 (evenings).

  • December 12, 26: P.A. Downtown Lions Club meeting at Banquet and Convention Centre. For info call Dennis 922-6433.

  • December 14-15: Candy Cane Lane at Prince Albert Alliance Church. 7:00pm. 2777-6th Ave. West. For info call 306-763-3771.

  • December 15: Prostate Support Group for men who have experienced prostate cancer or are concerned about prostate problems. Meets on the third Saturday of the month, 10:00 a.m. at the Red Cross Building (54 - 11 St. E). For more information contact Pete Griffiths at 306-961-4716 or Fred Matheson at 306-763-5325. For literature or videotapes about prostate cancer, contact the Prince Albert Unit, Canadian Cancer Society (54 - 11 St. E) 306-764-4808.

  • December 15: Cribbage Tournament at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1st Avenue East). $1,500 in prizes. 10:30 registrations, 12:00pm start games. For info call Rose Henry 306-764-3431.

  • December 15: Calligraphy Guild at Messiah Lutheran Church (1796-15th Ave. E.), 1:00pm. For info call Karen 306-922-0537 or Wendy 306-922-6165.

  • December 17: Vic Hospital Health Care Auxiliary meeting at Herb Bassett Conference Room, 2:00pm. For info call Sonja 306-764-8503.

  • December 17: Christian Women's Club meeting/coffee time at Banquet and Convention Centre, 9:30am. For info call Ruth 306-763-7000 or Isabel 306-763-8920.

  • December 17: Christian Women's After 5 Club meeting at Golf and Curling club (900-22nd St. E.), 7:00pm. For info call Lin 306-764-4913.

  • December 18: PRINCE ALBERT WRITERS’ GROUP at the Cuelenaere Library, 2:00pm, Meeting Room 2. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 18: Nature Prince Albert meets at SIAST Woodland Institute "Dining Room" (1100-15th Street East) at 7:30pm the third Tuesday of each month. For more information call Pam Burt 306-764-8922 or attend meeting.

  • December 18: Quilling Guild meting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 6:30pm. For info call Diane 306-763-7955 or Evangeline 306-982-3396.

  • December 18: Prince Albert and Area Chapter of Women Entrepreneurs monthly meeting. It is a brown bag lunch and will be held from 12:00-1:00pm in the basement of the YW Downtown Centre (907 Central Ave), which is the old Craig's department store building. The meeting is open to the public, members and non-members alike are welcome. Contact Linda at Mercury Information Services 306-922-6891 or Carolyn at Carolinny Sprouts 306-763-9223.

  • December 18: Twins Plus meets. For meeting time and location call Carol 306-922-0539 or Jill 306-763-2520.

  • December 18: Triad Meeting. Support group for adoptive parents and birth parents. St. George's Anglican Church (1102-4th St. E.). For info call Elsie 306-922-6039.

  • December 18: CanSurmount meets at 54-11th St. E., 7:30pm. Different speaker at every meeting.

  • December 18: P.A. Celebral Palsy Support Group meets at Harvest Room, Grainfield restaurant, 7:30pm. For more info call Connie/Gary 306-764-0635.

  • December 19: The PA Earth Advocates meets at 7:30pm. SIAST room 231B in the Academic Centre. For more information call Celeste 306-764-3068.

  • December 19: Prince Albert Health District Open Public Meeting at 1521 - 6th Avenue West at 2:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call Health Board Office 306-953-0500.

  • December 19: Leisure Learners meeting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 1:30pm. For info call Nellie 306-763-8416 or 306-953-4826.

  • December 19: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Support Group meets at Messiah Lutheran Church. Wheelchair accessible. Please do not wear scents. Call Patricia 306-764-4587. (1796-15th Ave. E.)

  • December 20: Elders Tea at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1st Avenue East). 2:00-4:00pm. For info call Rose Henry 306-764-3431.

  • December 22: Northern Image Photographers Monthly Coffee Meetings, 1:30pm at the Travelodge Coffee Shop.

  • December 22: Saturday Matinee at the Cuelenaere Library - Spy Kids, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 88 minutes, rated G. Carmen and Juni Cortez come to the rescue of their secret agent parents who mess up their first mission after coming out of retirement. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 23: Sunday Matinee at the Cuelenaere Library - Rush Hour II, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 86 minutes, rated PG. You’re in for another dose of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker lunacy as the two detectives attempt to have a vacation, only to get assigned to break up a counterfeiting ring. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 24: Candlelight Christmas Eve Service - 7:00pm, Prince Albert Alliance Church (2777-6th Avenue West).

  • December 27: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Recess Christmas: Miracle on Third Street. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:00pm, 65 minutes, rated G. The Recess kids convince their teachers that miracles really do come true. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 28: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Scooby-Doo and the Cyber Chase. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 75 minutes, rated G. Scooby-Doo and pals get zapped into a high-tech computer game and travel through time. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 29: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Shrek. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 90 minutes, rated G. Shrek is a pleasant-enough ogre who just wants to live in peace. When a group of famous fairy tale creatures are evicted from their home, he begins a search to help them out. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • December 31: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Cats and Dogs. Show time: 1:00pm, 76 minutes, rated G . NOTE: Library closes at 4:00 for New Year’s Eve. Will the dogs find a way to foil the cats as they plot to rule the world? For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 2: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Beethoven’s 4th. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:00pm, 94 minutes, rated G. A mix-up at the park makes the Newton family think obedience lessons have really worked for their misbehaved St. Bernard, but they soon find life is just too quiet. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 3: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - The Princess Diaries. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:00pm, 112 minutes, rated G. A shy fifteen-year-old girl takes “princess lessons” from her sophisticated grandmother to transform her into the Crown Princess of Genovia. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 4: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - Barbie in the Nutcracker. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 78 minutes, rated G. Barbie stars as Clara and the Sugarplum Princess in this animated version of a holiday favourite. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 5: CHRISTMAS BREAK MOVIE at the Cuelenaere Library - The Land Before Time-The Big Freeze. Show times: 1:00pm, 3:30pm, 75 minutes, rated G. When the dinosaurs of the Great Valley wake up to newfallen snow, they must find a warmer home. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 6: SUNDAY MATINEE: See Spot Run, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 97 minutes, rated PG An FBI-trained bull mastiff escapes the anger of a mobster and ends up in the care of a dog-hating postman and his little neighbor-lots of laughs! Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 6, 13, 20, 27: Prince Albert Chess Club meets in the Arts Centre every Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30pm. Everyone welcome. Free lessons, everything provided. Open to all ages and anyone can play or watch. For more information, come to meeting or call Marion 306-763-5556 or Dave 306-764-0417.

  • January 7: Herb Bassett Home Auxiliary meeting at the nursing home, 1:30pm. For info call Gerri 306-764-4901 or Eileen 306-922-0545.

  • January 7: Ukrainian Culture and Heritage Club meets at 17-11th St. E. (Please use the back door).

  • January 7: The Prince Albert Wood Turner's Guild was formed to help promote and advance the art of wood turning. The Guild meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at SIAST Woodland Campus, Carpentry Shop. Anyone interested can join or come and find out about the Guild. Guests and members provide programs. The Guild also hosts special events, shows and educational sessions throughout the year. For more information contact Doug Corrigal 306-763-2135. Prince Albert Golf and Curling Club in Banquet Room. You are welcome to bring your husband or friend to the dinner, you must reserve to attend. For more information call Sharon 306-763-8868.>

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: P. A. Toastmasters meets at the Elks Lodge (93-8th Ave. E.). 7:00pm. Everyone is invited. For more info call Paul Davidson 306-763-6325 or Ron Eaket 306-764-3343.

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: P.A. Duplicate Bridge at Orpheum Plaza (1316 Central Ave.) 1:15pm (Please use back door) For info call Joice 306-763-2283.

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: The Prince Albert Shooting Stars square dancing lessons at St Anne School 2245-5th Ave. West starting at 8:30pm. Information call Fred Hetley 306-764-5903 or Fride Paul 306-922-8083.

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: P.A. Mens' Chorus at Calvary United Church (114-25th St. E.). For info call 306-763-3425.

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: Watsonairs Ladies Choral Group at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.). For info call Gladys 306-763-3724.

  • January 7, 14, 21, 28: Mom's Morning Out meets at Alliance Church. For info call Sharon 306-763-2422 or Sheri 306-763-7616.

  • January 8: Businessmen's Fellowship feature speaker this month is local surgeon Randy Friesen. This banquet is open to everyone at Prince Albert Inn. Tickets are $10.00 for adult and $5.00 for 12 and under. Contact Mark 922-3181 or Bruce 922-3278 for tickets. Email: m.tweidt@sk.sympatico.ca

  • January 8: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre. Presentation: Video night. Assignment due: Arts Centre Activity (these may be used for promotional posters - media releases will be available). 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 306-922-3394.

  • January 8: Regular meeting of the Prince Albert Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society, 7:30pm at the Historical Museum (10 River St. E.) Ron Smith will speak on Australia. Guests are welcomed to attend. For more info call 306-764-7843.

  • January 8: Prince Albert Plastic Modellers Society meets at 7:30 in the Margo Fournier Centre. Everyone welcome but under 16, please bring a parent. Demonstrations, guest speakers and more. For information call Jon Hopper 306-922-8695, Patrick Elkington 306-764-4840 or Max Wasyliw 306-763-0956.

  • January 8: Royal Purple Lodge meeting at 93-8th Ave. E., 8:00pm.

  • January 8: P.A. Earth Advocates meeting in Room 231B at SIAST. For info call Elizabeth 306-922-2369.

  • January 8: Sask. Genealogical Society meeting at the Historical Museum (10 River St.), 7:30pm.

  • January 8: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre. Presentation: Dennis Chamberlain BRINGING COLOUR TO LIFE. Assignment due: Shot from ground-level. 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 306-922-3394.

  • January 8: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre. Presentation: "The 5 Dimensions of Photography" (Adapted from Courtney Milne). Assignment due: "What's in your fridge?". 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 306-922-3394.

  • January 8, 15, 22, 29: Bereavement Support Group meets in chapel meeting room at Herb Bassett Home. Faciliators are Rev. Dennis Serfas and Donna Christopherson. For info call 765-6005.

  • January 8, 22: P.A. Quilt Patch Guild meeting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 7:30pm.

  • January 9: Alzheimer Society meeting at Co-op Health Centre (110-8th St. E.), 9:30 am and 7:30pm. For info call Bud 922-3295.

  • January 9: Survivors of Suicide meets. For people affected by the suicide of someone close to you. For info call Christine 306-763-8598 (evenings).

  • January 9: Blood Donor Clinic at PAEX.

  • January 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30: P.A. Duplicate Bridge at Orpheum Plaza (1316 Central Ave.) 7:30pm (Please use back door) For info call Joice 306-763-2283.

  • January 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30: P.A. and District Badminton Club meets 7:30-9:30pm at SIAST Woodland Campus gym (1100-15th St. E.). For info call Edwin 306-764-4192 or Debbie 764-7134.

  • January 9, 16, 23, 30: P.A. City Band rehearsal at Calvary United Church (114-25th St. E.), 7:30pm. For info call 306-763-5996.

  • January 9, 16, 23, 30: TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) meets 6:30pm every Wednesday, at Calvary United Church (114-25 Street E). For more information call Doreen 306-764-1302 or Jean 306-764-6989.

  • January 9, 16, 23, 30: German Choir meets upstairs the German Club Room at the Optimist Centre. For more info call Niela 306-922-1256.

  • January 9, 16, 23, 30: Old-Tyme dance classes at Wesley United Church (65-11th St. E.), 7:30pm.

  • January 9, 23: P.A. Downtown Lions Club meeting at Banquet and Convention Centre. For info call Dennis 922-6433.

  • January 12: SATURDAY MATINEE: Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 100 minutes, rated G The impoverished Charlie Bucket, along with four other kids and their parents, wins a coveted ticket to enter Willie Wonka’s mysterious confectionery. After the other kids prove to be irresponsible brats, Charlie impresses Wonka and wins a reward beyond his wildest dreams. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 13: SUNDAY MATINEE: Osmosis Jones, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 95 minutes, rated PG Osmosis Jones is a street-smart white blood cell, working for Frank's immune system. When Osmosis discovers that Frank has contracted a fatal virus named Thrax, he goes to battle to save Frank's life. This animated and live-action comedy features voices by Chris Rock, Lawrence Fishburne and William Shatner. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 13: "Sunday Funday" at The Little Gallery. 2-4pm. Family Art Exploration and drop-in activities.

  • January 15: PRINCE ALBERT WRITERS GROUP: 2:00pm. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 15: P.A. Top Hat Lions Club meeting in the Tee Room at the Golf and Curling club (900-22nd St. E.). 7:00pm.

  • January 15: Nature Prince Albert meets at SIAST Woodland Institute "Dining Room" (1100-15th Street East) at 7:30pm the third Tuesday of each month. For more information call Pam Burt 306-764-8922 or attend meeting.

  • January 15: Quilling Guild meting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 6:30pm. For info call Diane 306-763-7955 or Evangeline 306-982-3396.

  • January 15: Prince Albert and Area Chapter of Women Entrepreneurs monthly meeting. It is a brown bag lunch and will be held from 12:00-1:00pm in the basement of the YW Downtown Centre (907 Central Ave), which is the old Craig's department store building. The meeting is open to the public, members and non-members alike are welcome. Contact Linda at Mercury Information Services 306-922-6891 or Carolyn at Carolinny Sprouts 306-763-9223.

  • January 15: Twins Plus meets. For meeting time and location call Carol 306-922-0539 or Jill 306-763-2520.

  • January 15: Triad Meeting. Support group for adoptive parents and birth parents. St. George's Anglican Church (1102-4th St. E.). For info call Elsie 306-922-6039.

  • January 15: CanSurmount meets at 54-11th St. E., 7:30pm. Different speaker at every meeting.

  • January 15: P.A. Celebral Palsy Support Group meets at Harvest Room, Grainfield restaurant, 7:30pm. For more info call Connie/Gary 306-764-0635.

  • January 16: The PA Earth Advocates meets at 7:30pm. SIAST room 231B in the Academic Centre. For more information call Celeste 306-764-3068.

  • January 16: Prince Albert Health District Open Public Meeting at 1521 - 6th Avenue West at 2:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call Health Board Office 306-953-0500.

  • January 16: Leisure Learners meeting at the Arts Centre (1010 Central Ave.), 1:30pm. For info call Nellie 306-763-8416 or 306-953-4826.

  • January 16: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Support Group meets at Messiah Lutheran Church. Wheelchair accessible. Please do not wear scents. Call Patricia 306-764-4587. (1796-15th Ave. E.)

  • January 17: Elders Tea at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1st Avenue East). 2:00-4:00pm. For info call Rose Henry 306-764-3431.

  • January 17-20: Sask Power Women's Northern Playdown at Prince Albert Golf & Curling Club. Call 306-763-8402.

  • January 18: P.A. Mid-Pro Rock and Gem Society Meeting, 7:30pm at the Arts Centre. 1st Wednesday meeting and 3rd Friday program of every month. Everyone welcome. For more information call Ralph 306-764-2295 or Douglas Hodgins 306-764-1049.

  • January 19: Prostate Support Group for men who have experienced prostate cancer or are concerned about prostate problems. Meets on the third Saturday of the month, 10:00 a.m. at the Red Cross Building (54 - 11 St. E). For more information contact Pete Griffiths at 306-961-4716 or Fred Matheson at 306-763-5325. For literature or videotapes about prostate cancer, contact the Prince Albert Unit, Canadian Cancer Society (54 - 11 St. E) 306-764-4808.

  • January 19: Cribbage Tournament at Indian Metis Friendship Centre (1409-1st Avenue East). $1,500 in prizes. 10:30 registrations, 12:00pm start games. For info call Rose Henry 306-764-3431.

  • January 19: Calligraphy Guild at Messiah Lutheran Church (1796-15th Ave. E.), 1:00pm. For info call Karen 306-922-0537 or Wendy 306-922-6165.

  • January 19: PA Classic Loppet at Little Red River Park. One-day cross-country ski tour for recreational and competitive skiers. Course ranges from 8km to 30 km. For more information: Fresh Air Experience 306-922-1500. Entry forms must be filled out to participate.

  • January 19: SATURDAY MATINEE: Dumbo, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, animated, 64 minutes, rated G It's a big day at the circus when the stork delivers a pint-sized elephant to Mrs. Jumbo, but with his huge ears, the little fellow is snubbed, and nicknamed "Dumbo" by the other elephants. With remarkable bravery and the encouragement of his friend Timothy Mouse, Dumbo accomplishes the impossible and learns to fly! Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 20: SUNDAY MATINEE: Josie and the Pussycats, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 99 minutes, rated PG Josie and the Pussycats discover that subliminal messages in their chart-topping hit are forcing kids to follow the latest trends as if their lives depended on it. When they find out who’s behind the evil plot, they’re in a fight for their lives! Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 20: The Prince Albert Horticulture Society invites you to its annual pot-luck supper at 5:30pm at the Carlton Community Hall, 3100 Dunn Drive. Hawaiian Winter is the theme, and the entrance fee is one dish of your choice. Everyone welcome! For info call Louise 306-764-4711 or Arlette Laird: pirouette_order@hotmail.com. Website: The Prince Albert Horticulture Society.

  • January 21: Vic Hospital Health Care Auxiliary meeting at Herb Bassett Conference Room, 2:00pm. For info call Sonja 306-764-8503.

  • January 21: Christian Women's Club meeting/coffee time at Banquet and Convention Centre, 9:30am. For info call Ruth 306-763-7000 or Isabel 306-763-8920.

  • January 21: Christian Women's After 5 Club meeting at Golf and Curling club (900-22nd St. E.), 7:00pm. For info call Lin 306-764-4913.

  • January 22: P.A. Association for the Hearing Impaired meeting at Elks Hall (93-8th Ave. E.), 7:00pm. For info call Penny 306-764-4186.

  • January 22: The Quilling Guild meets at the Arts Centre, 7:00-9:00pm. For info call Diane 306-763-7955.

  • January 23: THE CITY OF PRINCE ALBERT SPOTLIGHT ON CIVIC AFFAIRS “2002” Two Public Meetings will be held at Prince Albert Exhibition Centre (East Wing) Doors Open at 1:00 pm - Presentation at 2:00 pm Doors Open at 6:30 pm - Presentation at 7:30 pm Spotlight on Civic Affairs will provide information to the public on the following: 2002 Operating & Capital Budget - Utility Rate Review - Police Reorganization - 2002 Capital Works Projects. This is another opportunity for the public to provide input, ask questions & browse the displays regarding the Civic Affairs of The City of Prince Albert. Donuts, Coffee and Door Prizes.

  • January 25: Little Gallery Artist Talk with Monika Napier. 7:00pm, Free Admission.

  • January 25-26: 20th Annual Candle Lake Sask 100 Snowmobile Rally. Registration: Friday 7pm, dance 8pm - midnight Sat 8am-11am. Pancake breakfast Sat 9:30am Sask 100 ride begins. For more information Clinton Mauthe 306-929-2236.

  • January 26: A workshop with Monika Napier - Activating the Object” (a workshop on sculpture that won’t just sit there). 10:00am-5:00pm at the Little Gallery. This workshop will focus on ways of making sculpture that is interactive, kinetic or otherwise remarkable in its ability to activate or inhabit the space around it. In recognition of the inevitability of February, this will be a low-stress, low-cost, low-tech event culminating in a cornucopia of exuberance, bombast and general mayhem. Paricipants will be encouraged to experiment with a wide range of “cheap & cheerful” variety. The workshop will begin with a brief slide presentation. Monika Napier received a BFA, majoring in Contemporary Dance, from Concordia University, Montreal in 1988. In 1992, she received a Diploma in Fine Arts from Emily Carr College in Art and Design, Vancouver; and in 1998, an MFA from NSCAD. She is currently living in Saskatoon where she teaches in the Department of Art and Art History at the University of Saskatchewan. Cost is $30.00. Pre-registration is required.

  • January 26: Northern Image Photographers Monthly Coffee Meetings, 1:30pm at the Travelodge Coffee Shop.

  • January 26: FAMILY LITERACY DAY STORY TIME, 1:00pm, Marion Sherman Story Corner Bring your family to hear storytellers Doreen White and Paul Davidson. There will be door prizes and giveaways, too! Then, stay for the Saturday Matinee. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 26: SATURDAY MATINEE: Stuart Little, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 85 minutes, rated G A little white mouse adopted by human parents struggles to fit in with his new family, which includes big brother George and a cat named Snowbell. This movie is based on E. B. White’s novel. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 27: SUNDAY MATINEE: Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within, 2:00pm, Mahon Auditorium, 106 minutes, rated PG Earth is a wasteland invaded by aliens that devour the spirits of living things. The few remaining humans live in a handful of cities that are protected by massive bio-energy shields. Two scientists race against time to find the missing spirits who can destroy the aliens. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

  • January 27: 12th Annual Tux & Tails Black Ties & Lace Bridal Show. For info call Darleen 922-0006.

  • January 27: "Sunday Funday" at The Little Gallery, 2-4pm. Family Art Exploration & Drop in activities.

  • January 28: Association for Community Living meeting at West Flat Community Centre (1350-15th Ave. W.), 7:00pm. For more info call Cathy 306-763-0045.

  • January 28: The Compassionate Friends meets at Vincent Massey School (2800-2nd Ave. E.). Self-help organization offering friendship, understanding, grief education and hope to bereaved parents and siblings. For info call Donna 306-764-8756, Stephanie 306-763-5309, Jocelynn 306-922-6012, Carol 306-922-4006 or Lori 306-763-6259.

  • January 28: P.A. Horticulture Society Meeting at Carlton Park Community Hall (3100 Dunn Drive) 7:30pm. Topic: TBA. For info call Louise 306-764-4711 or Arlette Laird: pirouette_order@hotmail.com. Website: The Prince Albert Horticulture Society.

  • January 28: Living with Breast Cancer Support Group meets at 54-11th St. E., 10:00am.

  • January 29: Prince Albert Aero Modellers. The meeting begins at 7:00pm at the Boy Scout Hall located on 13th St. and 13th Ave. West. Everyone interested is welcome to sit in. For more info email Dave Dyck: tbolt@sk.sympatico.ca

  • January 29: Neighbourhood Watch meeting at Margo Fournier Center, 7:30pm. For info call 306-953-4260 or 306-764-6457.

  • January 30: PLEA FREE LAW CLASS: Child Custody, Access and Maintenance, 7:00pm. Lawyer Pamela Cuelenaere will speak about legal aspects of child custody, access and maintenance and will answer questions. Cuelenaere Library. For more info call 306-763-8496.

    index --- MUSIC and THEATRE Theatre

  • Odyssey Productions (Prince Albert)

  • Prince Albert Community Players

  • December: Yuk-Yuk's (standup comedy) every Thursday at Digger's Road House (I-2901-2nd Ave. West). For info 306-922-7979.

  • December 7-8: Station Arts Centre Christmas Dinner Concerts Call for reservations & group rates. Quality Food & Entertainment Call Rosthren Station Arts Centre: 306-232-5332.

  • December 14-15: Candy Cane Lane - a children's Christmas musical/drama. 7:00pm, Prince Albert Alliance Church (2777-6th Avenue West). This local production includes over 70 children directed by Bonnie McLachlan. The production touches on the meaning of the Candy Cane, while taking diversions to ginger bread houses, Christmas trees and oversized high chairs. Included also is music from pre-school children. Admission is free. For further information contact the church office at 306-763-3771.

  • January: Monday Night Fiddlers - Every Monday at Northern Lights Casino.

  • January: Yuk-Yuk's (standup comedy) every Thursday at Digger's Road House (I-2901-2nd Ave. West). For info 306-922-7979.

  • January: Monday Night Fiddlers Every Monday at Northern Lights Casino.

  • January 19: Station Arts Centre at Rosthern Presents: Gryphon Trio (classic piano) Tickets: 306-232-5332.

    Saskatchewan Music and Theatre links:

  • 25th Street Theatre, Saskatoon
  • Broadway Theatre, Saskatoon
  • Centennial Auditorium Saskatoon
  • Globe Theatre, Regina
  • Ness Creek Music Festival, Ness Creek
  • Persephone Theatre, Saskatoon
  • Regina Little Theatre, Regina
  • Regina Symphony Orchestra, Regina
  • Saskatchewan Community Theatre, Inc.
  • Saskatoon Place, Saskatoon
  • Saskatoon Prairieland Park, Saskatoon
  • Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Festival, Saskatoon
  • The Station Arts Centre. For more info/tickets call 306-232-5332, Rosthern

    index --- EXHIBITIONS Exhibitions

    Amy's On Second - 2990-2nd Avenue West
    www.AmysOn2.com

  • December: Christina Thoen - Show Title: Life in the Still
    Christina Thoen is a Prince Albert artist. Her subject matter is primarily the figure and still life. As well as working on her own art, Christina teaches art to about 80 private students. The show will be up for approximately two months.

    Grace Campbell Gallery - Library, 125-12th Street East. Tel. 306-763-8322
  • January 4 - 29: Portraits In Nature Nature and Wildlife Photography by Ernie Johnston Ernie Johnston, a local nature photographer, is interested in images from the Prince Albert area. His hope is to create a better understanding and appreciation of the wild creatures living in close proximity to us.

    Little Gallery - 1010 Central Ave. Tel. 306-763-7080
    www.CityLightsNews.com/littlegallery
    January 5 - February 7:
    “Inner/Outer World”
    Videos by: Thirza Cuthand, David Huffos,
    Evan Tapper and Nicholas Treeshen
    Curated by Ulrike Veith

    This video exhibition explores the link between real and fictional, imaginary worlds. The fictional events and worlds have their grounding in real life events or fears and fantasies. Some of the videos use humour or exaggeration as an entry point. Utopian potential is explored as well as nightmarish possibilities.

    February 15 - April 1:
    “Winter Festival Juried Art Show”
    Group Exhibition
    Juror: Timothy Long, MacKenzie Art Gallery

    The “Winter Festival Juried Art Show” is a showcase for local and regional artists and fulfills a central role in the region, as it provides the only professionally juried show that serves the area. The “Winter Festival Juried Art Show” is the only juried exhibition in the province that displays all the works entered for a one week period. The show is an important venue for new and emerging artists in the community and allows the gallery to feature these artists and to provide them with feedback on their work. The format includes group and individual critiques.
    NOTE: Applications for “Winter Festival Juried Art Show” Entry Forms can be obtained by calling the gallery at 306-763-7080.

    Friday, Feb. 15th - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
    Gala Opening Reception of the “W.F.J.A.S.”:
    Admisssion to the Reception:
    General Public: $10.00
    Gallery Members: $ 8.00
    Participating Artists : FREE

    Saturday, Feb. 16th at 1:00pm
    Talk/Tour of the “W.F.J.A.S.”: (Free!)
    With Juror: Timothy Long. MacKenzie Art Gallery

    About the Winter Festival Juror: Timothy Long was born and raised in Regina. A graduate of the University of Regina and the State University of New York at Stony Brook, Long was recently appointed Head Curator at the MacKenzie Art Gallery, where he has worked for the last twelve years. Over that time he has curated and coordinated a number of exhibitions of Canadian contemporary and historical art, including retrospectives of notable Regina artists Arthur F. McKay and Marilyn Levine and a major survey of contemporary artists involved with urban issues, "A Better Place". His current projects include an investigation of the responses to war by 20th century European expressionists Georges Rouault and Arnulf Rainer, and an examination of the innovative clay practices which emerged from Regina in the 1960s and 70s.

    Exhibitions around the province:

  • Allen Sapp Gallery, North Battleford
  • Art Placement Gallery, Saskatoon
  • Assiniboia Gallery, Regina
  • Dunlop Art Gallery, Regina
  • Kenderline Art Gallery, Saskatoon
  • MacKenzie Art Gallery, Regina
  • Mendel Art Gallery, Saskatoon
  • McIntyre Gallery, Regina
  • Morrison Library Gallery, Saskatoon
  • Neutral Ground Gallery, Regina
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police Museum, Regina
  • Saskatchewan Craft Council, Saskatoon
  • Saskatchewan Science Centre, Regina
  • Saskatchewan Western Development Museum
  • Snelgrove Gallery, Saskatoon
  • Susan Whitney Gallery, Regina
  • The Hand Wave Gallery, Meacham
  • The Ukrainian Museum of Canada, Saskatoon

    index --- RUNNING / TRIATHLON running

  • For more running calendar:
    Prince Albert Road Runners
    Saskatoon Road Runners

  • Every Thursday at 5:30pm P. A. Road Runners meet at Little Red River Park (Cosmo Lodge) for a run... Everyone is welcome... For more info call Dave Witcombe 306-982-3062 or Robert Klenz 306-763-3751 or Murry Wotherspoon 306-764-2913.

  • Every Wednesday at 6:00pm Brainsport Running Club meet at 733 Broadway Avenue, Saskatoon. For more info call 306-244-0955.

    index --- HOCKEY Hockey

    Comuniplex

    P.A. Raider Hockey Club. For more info Mike Jenkins 306-764-5348.

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