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Deadlines event publication: before the 20th of every month.
Information and publication of events: Stephen Serenelli tel./fax (306) 922-1831 or Internet E-mail or write to: 978-2nd Street East,
Prince Albert,
Saskatchewan S6V 0G4
Canada
index --- SUMMER FAIR
July 20-25: SUMMER FAIR at the PAEX
- MONDAY, July 20 -
KIDDIES DAY- NOON TO 6:00pm
- 8:00am - English Light Horse Show
- 10:00am - Dief's Chiefs Parade
- 12:00pm - Dairy Cattle Show - Jr. & 4-H Classes
- 1:00pm - West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display - Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre
- 1:30pm - Judging School - sponsored by Sask. Holstein Assoc.
- 2:00pm - Llama Show - Cattle Ring
- Seniors Drop In -Exhibition Centre
- CJVR - Free Stage
- 5:00pm - Chariot Races - Grandstand
- Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- 7:00pm - Chuckwagon Races - Grandstand
Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- TUESDAY, July 21
- 8:00am - English Light Horse Show
- 10:00am - Alpaca Show - Cattle Ring
- 1:00pm - West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre
- 1:00pm - Dairy Cattle - Regular Show
- 2:00pm - CJVR - Free Stage
- Seniors Drop-in Exhibition Centre
- 5:00pm - Chariot Races - Grandstand
Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- 6:00pm - JUMPER CLASSIC - Main Ring
- 7:00pm - Chuckwagon Races
Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- WEDNESDAY, July 22
POWER 99FM - A TICKET TO RIDE
- 12:00pm - 4-H Light Horse Show begins
- 1:00pm - West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre.
- 2:00pm - CJVR - Free Stage
- Seniors Drop-in -Exhibition Centre
- 5:00pm - Chariot Races - Grandstand
Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- 6:00pm - 4-H Light Horse Show
- 7:00pm - Chuckwagon Races
Sponsored by NORTHERN LIGHTS CASINO
- 7:00pm - Rabbits- Jr. Show- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- 8:00pm - Power 99FM - A Ticket to Ride Midway
- THURSDAY, July 23
CKBI TV GUYS AND GALS NIGHT
SENIORS DAY - NOON TO 6:00pm
- 9:00am - 4-H Light Horse Show
- Beef Cattle Show - Charolais
- 10:00am - Heavy Horse Show - Hitching Ring
- 11:00am - Beef Cattle Show - Simmental
- 1:00pm - Beef Cattle Show - Tarentaise
- 4-H Light Horse Show
- West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre
- 2:00pm - CJVR - Free Stage
- Seniors Drop-in - Exhibition Centre
- 2:30pm - Beef Cattle Show - Horned Herefords
- 4:00pm - Beef Cattle Show - Polled Herefords
- 5:00pm - Youth Talent Search -Free Stage
Sponsored by P.A. OPTIMIST CLUB
- Awards Presentation - 4-H Light Horse Show
- 6:00pm - Heavy Horse Show
- Anderson Motors Little Lady Classic-Cattle Ring
- 6:45pm - Western Light Horse Show
- 7:30pm - Country Music Show - Grandstand
Sponsored by: CIPA TV and CJVR RADIO
- 8:00pm - Guys & Gals Night Midway - Sponsored by CIPA-TV
- FRIDAY, July 24
- 8:00am - Western Light Horse Show
- Team Roping - Lower Ring
- 9:00am - Beef Cattle Show - Angus
- 11:00am - Beef Cattle Show - Saler
- 1:00pm - Beef Cattle Show - Belgian Blue
- West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre
- 2:00pm - CJVR - Free Stage
- Seniors Drop-in -Exhibition Centre
- 3:00pm - Beef Cattle Show - Maine Anjou
- 4:00pm - Heavy Horse Show
- 4:30pm - Beef Cattle Show - Limousin
- 5:00pm - Youth Talent Show -Free Stage
Sponsored by: P.A. OPTIMIST CLUB
- 7:00pm - Beef Cattle - Supreme Champions
- 7:30pm - Voices of the North -Grandstand
Sponsored by: CANADA SAFEWAY
- SATURDAY, July 25
900 CKBI RADIO FAMILY DAY-NOON TO 6:00pm
- 8:00am - Western Light Horse Show
- 8:30am - Heartland Junior Beef Cattle Show
- 9:00am - Rabbit Show - Archie Anderson Pavilion
- 1:00pm - Heavy Horse - Main Ring
- Team Penning - Lower Ring
- West Coast Amusements Midway Opens
- Barnyard Display- Archie Anderson Pavilion
- Commercial Exhibits Open - Armouries
- Exhibit Hall Opens - Exhibition Centre
- 1:45pm - Western Light Horse - Pee Wee Classes
- 2:00pm - CJVR - Free Stage
- Seniors Drop In - Exhibition Centre
- Awards - Hall Exhibits - Exhibition Centre
- 6:00pm - Exhibit Hall Closes
- Youth Talent Search Finals - Grandstand
Sponsored by P.A. OPTIMIST CLUB
- 6:30pm - Heavy Horse - Grand Finale & Awards
- 7:30pm - STAMPEDERS- Grandstand
Sponsored by CJWW
- 11:00pm - Raffles Drawn Live on 900 CKBI Radio
index --- MUSEUMS
Prince Albert Historical Museum (10 River Street East)will be open mid May to August from 10:00 am to 6:00pm daily, Sundays until 9:00pm. Tea room and balcony overlooking river on upper level. For tours or for more information call 953-4863 or 764-2992.
John Diefenbaker House Museum (246-19 Street West) open mid May until Labour Day from 10:00 am to 6:00pm, and Sundays to 9:00pm. For tours or information call 953-4863 or 764-2992.
Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections (3700-2nd Avenue West- across from the Tourist Information Centre) will be open for viewing from mid May to Labour Day. Interesting displays on corporal punishment, weapons, daring escape attempts. Hours 10:00am to 8:00pm daily.
Evolution of Education Museum (3700-2nd Avenue West) will be open for viewing from mid May to Labour Day. The Claytonville School house was moved to this site and displays a one-room school house of the early 1900s. Hours 10:00am to 8:00pm daily.
index --- EVENTS
Diefenbaker House
246-19th St W.
Prince Albert
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Margo Fournier Centre Fitness Programs: Noon Hour Step, Mon, Wed, Thurs - 12:15-12:45pm. Evening Aerobics cancelled until September. Easy Adult Fitness Program Mon, Wed, 10:00-11:00am. Noon Hour Basketball, Mon to Fri 11:30 am-1:00pm. Drop In Volleyball, Mon 8:00-9:00pm. Co-Ed Volleyball League runs from May to August. 12 Team limit, Registration Required. Family Gym Night, Sat 4:00-6:00pm. Morning Step cancelled until September. Check out new Youth Activities Centre (8-20 years) open Thursday and Friday 3:30-9:00pm, Saturday and Sunday from 1:00-5:00pm. Pool table, concession, computers, TV, VCR and Movies, always with adult supervision. Hours may be subject to change. Gym time available for groups (10 or More) please call for rates and times. If you are interested in Weight Training Sessions, Country Dancing or other activities, or for more information about any of the programs, please call the Margo Fournier Centre 953-4816. Centre Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8:00am-9:00pm, Saturday, Sunday, Stat Holidays 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
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. Special Events: 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 953-4826.
Frank Dunn Pool - Registrations are now open for Children's Summer Swimming Lesson Program scheduled for 29 June to 22 August. After May 30, register directly at pool. Public swimming every night of the week 7:30-9:00pm. Wednesday Adult and family night. Saturday and Sunday Public Swim 1:00-3:00pm and 6:30-8:30, Adult and Family Swim from 3:00-5:00pm. Adult Lane Swims Sunday from 12:00-1:00pm. Tuesday and Sunday is "toonie night" - two children or two students for $2. Diving Club Saturdays and Sundays from 5:00-6:30pm. To join contact Frank Dunn 764-3881. Aquasize Classes will resume in September. For more information or to register for any of these programs, call the pool office 953-4829.
Marion Aquatic Summer Program begins July 6: Public Swimming: 7:30-9:00pm Monday to Thursday. Swimming lessons available for children, three sets per day. For more information about programs or to register, drop in on Monday and Tuesday evenings or call the office 764-2556.
July to August: Start Planning your trip to Candle Lake now. The United Church Camp Capawingo will be celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a Campers Reunion weekend scheduled for August 1 and 2 at Candle Lake. All past and present Camp Capawingo enthusiasts are invited to attend to relive their Capawingo days. Activities include swimming, singing, eating, campfire gatherings and church. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, please call Barry Read 763-1108.
July to August: Now Open New Skateboard Park located in the South Stewart Arena Parking Lot at PAEX Grounds. Ramps, fun boxes, half-pipe ramp, and more for skateboarders all ages. Some supervision provided, bring your own skateboard and safety equipment. Waivers will have to be signed and returned to use facilities. Runs until the end of August. For more information call Margo Fournier Center 953-4816.
July-August: Mid-Pro Rock and Gem Society would like to invite anyone interested, rockhounds or not, to attend the provincial Gemboree which will be held at Manitou Beach September 18-20. Start planning now to attend a real gem of a week-end. For more information about the event call Doug Hodgin 764-1049.
July to August: YWCA is now accepting registration for its annual Taste of Saskatchewan Homemade Wine Tasting Competition to be held September 25 at the Marlboro Inn. Application forms for entry are now available from YWCA. All entrants must pre-register. For more information/entries call the YWCA 763-8571.
July to September: United Church Women invitation to Women for participation in proposed Wellness Workshop tentatively planned for October 3, sponsored by the Women of Calvary United Church for Women. Wellness: Body, Mind and Soul is the title of the workshop, leadership will be provided by Rev. Dawn Roke (Regina) - massage therapist, Winona Sennar - therapist, and Rev. Sandy Scott. To make this event happen, please register or express interest by calling Ruby Andrusiak tel. 764-2425. Depending on response, other issues of interest or concern to women may also be explored in future workshops.
July 1: Royal Canadian Legion Canada Day Celebrations at Kinsmen Park. Fun for the whole family. Celebrations start with Veterans Parade at noon, followed by ball tournaments, children's games, free balloons and flags, penny carnival and other events until 5:30pm. For more information call the Legion 763-7201.
July 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25: Farmers Market open from 7:00am to noon (every Wednesday and Saturday until October), fresh produce, baking and crafts. Wednesday in Memorial Square 1084 Central Avenue, Saturday 6th Avenue and 10th Street East (outside PAEX entrance). For more information call Flo Osler 929-2144.
July 1: P.A. Multicultural Council celebrates Canada Day on the Riverbank, starting around 4:00pm. Ethnic food booths, entertainment, flag raising ceremony, birthday cake and grand fireworks finale at 10:00pm. For more information call 922-0405.
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Prince Albert Road Runners fun runs all summer until October, every Wednesday. Everyone welcome, runs paced to the slowest or newest runner to help encourage new members. Meet at Cosmo Lodge, Little Red River Park at 6:00, run starts around 6:15. No fees, just come out and meet club members and fellow enthusiasts. For more information call Murray at 953-5670 work, or home 764-2913.
July 3-5 and 24-26: Red Cross OCH and S Approved Combined First Aid and CPR levels A, B and C, at the Red Cross Building. Pre-registration is required.
July 5: Santa Anonymous Benefit Paintball Tournament hosted by P.A. Predators Paintball Team, held at Paintball Paradise Prince Albert Inc. 4-person teams, "Stamp-out" format, Top Gun Competition, Door Prizes. Contact: George Lewko 764-9444 or 1-888-764-9444 or email:
paintball.pa@sk.sympatico.ca
July 6: 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 7:00pm 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 763-2135.
July 10: Royal Canadian Legion Canada Day Button Draw for cash prizes on Eye on Saskatchewan, CIPA TV between 12:00-12:30pm. Buttons on sale at local businesses or at the Legion. For more information call the Legion 763-7201.
July 11: Show and Shine Car Show at the Canadian Tire Lot. Featuring classics, antiques and special interest vehicles. Registration 10:00am to noon, show from noon to 5:00pm, valve cover races 2:00pm. For more information call Lyle Banting 764-9000.
July 14: Prince Albert Plastic Modellers Society meets every second Tuesday at 7:30 in the Margo Fournier Centre. If enough interest, also during the summer months. Everyone welcome but under 16, please bring a parent. Demonstrations, guest speakers and more. For information call Jon Hopper 922-8695, Patrick Elkington 764-4840 or Max Wasyliw 763-0956.
July 16: Infant/child Safety Restraint Clinics and Bike Safety Clinics at Parkland Ambulance Offices, 225 - 24th Street West from 1:00-4:00pm. These are voluntary clinics and the public is encouraged to come out. If anyone is interested but can't attend the clinic, you may make an appointment by calling 764-6455.
July 12: Imperial Hell Drivers, 7:00pm P.A. Exhibition. For more information call 764-1711.
July 16,23,30 and August 6,13,20: Free Summer films Thursday afternoons at 2:00pm in the Library Auditorium. All films rated General, suitable for all ages. For titles call the Library 763-8496.
July 18-19: Threshing Festival at the Vintage Power Museum (Hwy 11 and West Central Road). Daily displays and demonstrations include steam engine sawmill, blacksmithing, shingle sawing. Saturday at 1:00 Vintage Tractor Pull. Sunday at 9:30 Pancake Breakfast, 10:30 open air Church Service, 1:00pm Heavy Horse pull. For more information call John or Linda Braun 763-8180.
July 20: Annual Heart Beat 30 person bicycle tour fund raiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Watch the team from Thriftlodge in the Exhibition Parade in the morning, and the Walmart crew will do their run at the Kinsmen Park starting at 7:00pm. For more information or to make a donation call Sharon Trusty 763-8859.
July 20: Nuts about Science at the Library from 7:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call the Library 763-8496 or drop in.
July 22: Prince Albert Health District Open Public Meeting at Candle Lake Recreation Centre at 2:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call Health Board Office 953-0500 or email: cboechler@sk.sympatico.ca
July 24-26: P.A. Wood Turner's Guild Wood Turning Symposium at SIAST Carpentry Shop. Times: Friday from 6p-10, Saturday 8am-6pm, Sunday 8-4pm. Special guests are International Turners Melvin Firmanger from England, Betty Scarpino from USA, Ernie Newman from Australia, Jean-Francois Escoulen from France. These professional international turners will hold demonstrations and hands-on classes. Registration fee $165 includes lunches Saturday and Sunday, Supper Saturday evening. For more information call Doug Corrigal 763-2135.
July 25-26 YWCA Annual Garden Tour from 1:00-5:00pm. Self-guided tour or local gardens. Tickets and maps available from the YWCA on the day of the event. Alternative date in case of rain will be August 1-2. Adults $10, children $5 with all proceeds to the YWCA. Contact Yvonne Pearson 922-5368 or the YWCA 763-8571 for details.
August 7-9 and 21-23: Red Cross OCH and S Approved Combined First Aid and CPR levels A, B and C, at the Red Cross Building. Pre-registration is required.
August 11-12: 68th Annual Horticultural Show at the Exhibition Centre. Show times: Tuesday 7:00-10:00pm, Wednesday 2:00-8:30pm with awards presentation and auction to follow. Garden Competition entries must be phoned in and will be judged before the show. For more information contact Louise Lenz. The Athlone Chapter of the IODE will again be presenting the Gertrude Cote award to seniors over 60 who enter this year's competition to beautify their condo , apartments and care homes with a container or hanging basket. Entries can be phone in before July 31, to Annette Henbid tel. 922-0185 or Louise Lenz 764-4711. Presentation will be at the Exhibition Centre on August 12.
August 24:Infant/child Safety Restraint Clinics and Bike Safety Clinics at Parkland Ambulance Offices, 225 - 24th Street West from 5:00-8:00pm. These are voluntary clinics and the public is encouraged to come out. If anyone is interested but can't attend the clinic, you may call to make an appointment or get more information from 764-6455.
August 24-25: Prince Albert Police Service Circus at the PAEX. Showtimes 2:00 and 7:00pm. Telephone ticket blitz is now on so expect a call and buy a ticket, for yourself or for a less fortunate child. For more information call 922-7511.
index --- THEATRE
July 6-31: Registrations are now open for the Stage by Stage Summer Theatre Program (children ages 7-18). There will be two sessions at Performing Arts Warehouse. This two week summer school covers dance, voice and acting. Theme is Beauty and the Beast. Registration required, limited space available, please register soon. For registration/information call Jan Cash 922-2287 or Office 764-5353.
July 11: Sturgeon Valley Jamboree country music showcase at Sturgeon Valley (9 miles North of Holbein). Featuring Tim Toutant and the Cleavers, Jaclyn McRea, Rob Monro, Heidi Monro, Stiffs and Electric Cattle Company. Gates open 6:00pm, show time 7:00pm. For tickets/information call Performing Arts Warehouse at 764-5353 or 747-3242.
August 4-15: Broadway North presents the exciting musical Crazy for You at the old powerhouse theatre. Tickets $20, performance starts at 7;30pm. Matinees $15 (Aug 7 and 14 only) showtime 2:00pm. Tickets on sale at Canadian Tire. For more information call Cindy Stahl 764-5352.
For more info on theatre please visit:
Performing Arts Warehouse
http://www.CityLightsNews.com/artspa.htm
index --- EXHIBITIONS
Amy's On Second - 2990-2nd Avenue West
http://www.CityLightsNews.com/amyson2.htm
TBA.
Digger's Roadhouse - 2901-2nd Avenue West
until August 15: Pines Photographers group exhibition.
Grace Campbell Gallery - 125-12th Street East
until July 28: Artist Grant Moore exhibits his paintings.
July 31-September 1: Drawings by Jarrid Yatchshyn, young local artist.
Little Gallery - 1010 Central Ave. Tel. 763-7080
http://www.CityLightsNews.com/littlegallery/index.htm
July 2-August 16: George Glenn presents Plexiglasss Room, reflections on time and memory. Opening reception July 2 at 8:00pm. Lecture by George Glenn on August 13 at 8:00pm. For viewing times/information call 763-7080.
Little Gallery Gift Shop - Gateway Mall
now has works by between 75 to 100 Prince Albert and Area Artists. One of the latest editions is woodwork by internationally acclaimed artist Frank Sudol, of Paddockwood. Browse through the shop at Gateway Mall. For more info call Allison Rolph or Karen Cay 763-7464.
Madison Inn - 602-36 Street East
http://www.CityLightsNews.com/marquisinn/index.htm
July 12-September 20: Pines Photographers Group Exhibition
index --- GOLF
July 4-5: Cooke Municipal Golf Course - Mens Golf Club Stableford Golf Tournament. Best points wins all. Open to Men's Golf club members only. For more information call the Pro Shop 763-2502.
July 8-9: Cooke Municipal Golf Course - Saskatchewan's Best Mixed Junior Golfers Tournament. Registration deadline July 5. Entry Fees $20 member, $39 non members include green fees and BBQ Saturday night. Awards presentation after final round July 9. For more information/registration call the Pro Shop 763-2502.
July 15 -16: Cooke Municipal Golf Course - Seniors Northern Mixed Golf Tournament, ages 55 and over. Entry fees $60/non members plus green fees, members $40 includes 36 holes golf and banquet. Awards presentation following second round July 16. Registration deadline July 5, contact Bob Hemsworth 763-3570.
July 30-31: Cooke Municipal Golf Course - Optimist Junior Mixed Golf Tournament ages 18 and under. Entry fee $20/members, non members $20 plus green fees. Fees include golf, banquet and prizes. Call Pro Shop 763-2502.
August 1-3 Cooke Municipal Golf Course - Mens Northern Amateur Golf Tournament. Entry fees $130 non members, $110 members, guaranteed 3 rounds of golf, includes steak supper. Handicap cards required. Registration by July 25 to Golf and Curling Club 763-8402.
August 16: Cooke Municipal Golf Course - PA Civic Facilities Pro-Am Open Tournament. Entry Fees $125 includes 18 holes golf, banquet, putting contest, elimination draw. Registration deadline August 10. For More information/registration call Pro Shop 763-2502.
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