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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 --- 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
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Margo Fournier Centre Fitness Programs: Noon Hour Step, Mon, Wed, Thurs - 12:15-12:45pm. Evening Aerobics, Mon, Thurs 6:00-7:00pm; Easy Adult Fitness Program Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00-11:00am. Noon Hour Basketball, Mon to Fri 11:30 am-1:00pm. Drop In Volleyball, Mon 8:00-10:00pm. Co-Ed Volleyball League runs from May to August. 12 Team limit, Registration May 5 at 6:30pm. Family Gym Night, Sat 5:00-7:00pm. Morning Step (Tues, Thurs 9:30-10:30am) has been reinstated. If you are interested in Yoga, Weight Training Sessions, Tai Chi, Country Dancing or other activities, call the Office. Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 8:00am-10:00pm, Saturday 10:00am to 9:00pm, Sunday 2:00-9:00pm, Stat Holidays 1:00pm to 5:00pm. For more information about programs call the Margo Fournier Centre 953-4816.
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 & 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.
Northern Knights Fencing Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from September to end of May, at Berezowski School, 7:00pm in the gym. Anyone interested in fencing can come and watch or obtain information. Propective members must be 10 years of age to join. Club has enough equipment to provide everything needed to new members and learners. For more information call Bert Gaudet 764-0113.
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 Programs: Public Swimming: 7:30-9:00pm Monday to Friday. Monday is adults only, swimming lessons also available. To register, come Monday and Tuesday from 7:30 to 9:00pm. Friday is Family Swim. Aquasize Evening Classes Monday and Wednesday at 5:30, Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00pm. Therapeutic Aquasize on Monday and Wednesday at 10:30 am. Registration required. Noon swim Tuesdays and Thursdays 11:45-12:40, must purchase pass. Now taking registration for: Aqua Leader Course June 29 and 30 from 4:30 to 9:30pm and July 2 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Limited space available, registration deadline May 31. For more information or to register, drop in on Monday and Tuesday evenings or call the office 764-2556.
May 1: Pineview Terrace Lodge Annual Garage Sale, at the Lodge(701-13th Street West) from 9:00am to 5:00pm. To donate articles or for more information call the Lodge 764-1201 or Ortha Hunt 764-4794.
May 1-2: P.A. Golf and Curling Club Gigantic Flea Market. Open on Friday from 4:00-10:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Assorted crafts, displays and flea market articles. For entry, use West side door. Everyone welcome. For more information, drop in or call the club 763-8402.
May 1-3 and 22-24: Red Cross OCH&S Approved Combined First Aid and CPR levels A, B and C, at the Red Cross Building. Pre-registration is required.
May 2: P.A. Council on Aging Variety Show at the Legion (133-8th Street East) Doors open 1:00pm, music at 1:30, show time 2:00-4:00pm. Wheelchair accessible, elevator, silver collection.
May 2: Multi-Family Garage Sale, 9:00am to 3:00pm, at Holy Cross School (2051-15 Ave. E.). There will also be a Bake Sale, Canteen, etc. All proceeds to purchase playground equipment. For donations or further information call Therese 922-6041 or email: t.jelinski@sk.sympatico.ca
May 2: Heartbeat, Saskatoon music and drama group will be at the Alliance Church (2777-6th Avenue West). Half-hour program for young and old, begins at 7:00pm. Free admission, donation boxes at door. Refreshments to follow. For more information call Ron Baker 763-3771.
May 2, 9, 16 and 30: Family Feature Films, at the Library. Show time 2:00pm. Suitable for all ages. For titles call the Library 763-8496.
May 2: Softball advanced Skill Clinic at Prime Ministers Park from 10am to 12:30pm and 1:30-4:00pm. Covers all skills necessary for softball and is suitable for children age 10 and up. Pre-registration required. For registration/information contact Garth Beddome 763-8242.
May 3: Basic & Advanced Pitching Clinics at Prime Ministers. Registration required, each course lasts 2 hours. Times will be scheduled according to numbers, all participants will be called to confirm their times. Advance registration required, call Garth Beddome 763-8242.
May 3: Watsonair's Annual Spring Concert, 7:30pm at Rivier Academy (1405 Bishop Pascal Pl.), Tickets $8, children 12 and under are free. Proceeds to support local music arts. For tickets/info, call Gladys Strom 763-3724.
May 3: Annual Heel-n-Wheel-a-thon. Registration 1:00pm, walk starts at 2:00pm. Mascot races, face painting, fun and refreshments. Make it a family day at the park and support Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Prince Albert Chapter. For pledges, 764-1919 or more information Dorothea 764-3061.
May 4-10: The Prince Albert Branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association presents Mental Health Week with activities and events aimed at developing awareness and acceptance of mental illness. Monday: Blue Monday Balloons and Hug Cards distributed outside As Good As New Shop (1320 Central Avenue. Tuesday & Wednesday - Teddy Bear Promotion at As Good As New Shop. Thursday - take the stress test and measure your stress level at As Good As New Shop. Friday - Appreciation Dinner and Fashion Show. Sunday - Kite Flying Day starts at 1:00pm at Prime Ministers Park. Prizes, family fun, no entry fees. For more information, call Greg Sylvester 763-7747 or email: sylvg@sk.sympatico.ca
May 5: PAHD Annual Public Forum in the Cavalier Room, Marlboro Inn, at 7:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call Health Board Office 953-0500 or email Curtis Boechler:
cboechler@sk.sympatico.ca
May 5 and 19 : P.A. Writers Group Meeting, 7:00pm at the Library. Everyone welcome. For more information call Ralph 764-2295 or Joan 764-5684.
May 6: Crocus Tea at the Historical Museum from 2:00-4:30pm put on by the members of the P.A. Historical Society, in the clubrooms on ground floor. For more information call 764-4794.
May 6: Shrine Circus at the PAEX Grounds. Shows at 2:00pm and 7:30pm. Tickets available at Safeway, Co-op, Vals Floral Boutique. Advance tickets - Family Pack $30 (2 adults 2 children) Children $8 (12 and under)adults $10. Proceeds will go towards patient travel to the Canadian Shrine Children's Hospital in Montreal. Don't worry about the weather - rain or shine, we're under the bigtop! For more information call Ed Glynn 764-4626.
May 6 and 15: Mid-Pro Rock & Gem Society bimonthly meetings (first wednesday and third Friday from July to September) at the Prince Albert Arts Centre (1010 Central Avenue) 7:00pm. Anyone interested in taking up a lapidary (rock hounding) hobby is welcome to attend. Club members also gives lessons and demonstrations every Thursday evening from 7:00 to 9:00pm and the club has a complete workshop for member's use. For more information call Doug Hodgin 764-1049.
May 8-9: Calvary United Church (114-25th Street East) Spring Garage Sale, Friday from 4:00-9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm in lower hall, everyone welcome. Pickup of articles can be arranged. For more information or for donations call Joy Quiring 763-3804 or Eileen Asmussen 764-1346.
May 8-10: Northern Open Chess Tournament at St Mary High School (380-14th St. West). Rounds: One starts 6:30pm Friday; Two starts 9:00am and Three starts 3:00pm on Saturday; Four starts 9:00am and Five at 2:30pm Sunday. Entry fees: $25 adult, $15 junior preregistration by May 1st, add $5 after May 1. New to CFC: $10 with purchase of CFC membership. No smoking, bring chess sets and clocks (if you have them). No phone entries. Contacts: George Huczek, 922-1186; or Dave 764-04187 or Tom 922-0230. Make cheques payable to Prince Albert Chess Club. This is a Saskatchewan Chess Association Grand Prix event. Winners qualify for the Saskatchewan Closed.
May 9: Share Fun Run will be held at the Madison Inn from 8:30am to 8:30pm. Teams may consist of any number of participants up to 10 people. All teams eligible for all prize packages. Entry Fee $120/team includes T-Shirts, and ten cabaret tickets. Prizes awarded for top pledges. Entrants may run or walk around the course at their own pace. Other fun events include volleyball, bat races and tug of war. Cabaret starts 8:30pm. All proceeds to SHARE. Pledge forms available at Gene's Sports, Madison Inn, Power 99 FM and SHARE. For more information call Trent 922-5351 or George 764-9444.
May 9: Paintball Tournament for SHARE featuring three player, centre flag speedball. Novice and Amateur Tournament will be held at the Madison Inn. Rules Meeting May 8 at Madison Inn Room 200, at 8:30pm. Entry deadline May 5. More than $10,000 in prizes. All proceeds to SHARE. To register of for more information call Trent 922-5351.
May 11: P.A. Christian Women's After 5 Club meets at the Golf and Curling Club at 7:00 pm. Enjoy a delicious dinner. Bonnie Halliday from Xtra Special Fashions (sizes 14+) will present a fashion show. Guest speaker is Ruth Lieske from LaBret, Saskatchewan, will discuss facing changes with joy and confidence. Ruth is a former high school teacher and coach with a delightful sense of humour. Music by soprano Lori Belyie, of Prince Albert. Dinner reservations by May 8 please, $10.25 per person. Contact Dee at 922-8673 or Colleen 763-6839. Everyone welcome. Debbie 763-3771.
May 12: Prince Albert Unit of the Canadian Cancer Society presents Over the Rainbow, Fashion Show at the Marlboro Inn. Tickets $25/person. Doors open at 6:00pm, dinner at 7:00pm, Fashion Show begins at 8:00pm. For tickets/information call Laurie Dent 764-4808.
May 13 P.A. Chamber of Commerce monthly noon meeting at Thriftlodge, speaker Brian McGinity of Carlton Trail Railways will speak on shortline railways. For more information or for reservations call Chamber Office 764-6222.
May 13: Northern Image Photographers Meeting at the Arts Centre, 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome. For information, call Geoff Payton 922-3394.
May 15: 8th Annual Career Symposium presented by the Prince Albert Treeline Association and Interprovincial Association on Native Employment (IANE). Symposium will be held at the P.A. Indian Student Education Centre Gym and will be open from 9:00am to 3:30pm. Hands on displays, refreshments, booths, award and bursary presentations. Everyone welcome to attend. For more information call Frank Brooks 953-2632 or Roberta Burns 922-4495.
May 15-16: Cottonpickers Cabaret at the PAEX Centre. A nostaglia event. Let this Saskatchewan dance band takes you back to your youth. Tickets $10,available at the Co-Op and PA Exhibition Office. For more information, call PAEX at 764-1711 .
May 17-23 is Emergency Medical Services week and everyone is invited to celebrate EMS Week by attending one of these public events: May 19-20 - Media and Public Official's CPR program at Parkland Ambulance Office from 7-10pm. May 21- Infant and Child Safety Restraint Clinic, Kinsmen Arena/Pool parking lot (28th Street W.) on the East Side. If the weather is poor, watch for signs. May 23 Parkland Ambulance Open House 1:00-4:00pm at 225-24th Street West. Hot dogs, cake, face painting, ambulance rides, tours plus official opening of the Cycle Safety Centre. For more information please contact Lyle Karasiuk email: emsc@sk.sympatico.ca or George Bolduc at Parkland Ambulance 763-2442.
May 19: Nature P.A. meets (every third Tuesday) at Siast Woodland Institute, 1100-15th Street East, Room G100 at 7:30pm. This last meeting of the season will be the AGM with election of officers. For more information call Pam Burt 764-8922 or attend meeting. Meetings will begin again in the fall.
May 19-20: All City High School Track Meet, Harry Jerome Track at Prime Ministers Park. Tuesday events start at 5:00pm, Wednesday events go all day.
May 19-20: First Annual Prince Albert Discoveries Children's Festival at Exhibition Centre and Grounds. The Olden Days theme will include an historic bus tour, hay rides, butter making, olden day instrument construction, and other exiting events, including shows by Fred Penner, children's entertainer. For tickets/information call 763-5437 (763-Kids) or the PAEX office 764-1711.
May 21: Elders Tea at IMFC from 2:00pm. Elders 50 years and older are welcome. This is the last tea of the season until September. For more information call Rose 764-3431.
May 22-24: Klassic Kruiser Kar Klub Show at Par Place. Hospitality night Friday 7:00pm, Saturday - registrations start 10:00am, show begins at 1:00pm. Participants supper and social evening Saturday with supper at 6:30, social to follow, live entertainment. Sunday Red Eye breakfast at 9:00 am. Tickets available at the events. For more information call Gerry 922-2620.
May 23: Stan Spletzer and Eric Loewen (known as the Simon and Garfunkel of gospel music) will be at the Alliance Church (2777-6th Avenue West). Show begins at 7:00pm. Everyone welcome. Free admission, donation boxes at door. For more information call Ron Baker 763-3771.
May 23: 11th Great Prince Albert Turtle Race. Come watch the pet turtles compete for ribbons and prizes. Race time 10:00am in the Marion Sherman Story Corner of the Library. For more information call Library 763-8496.
May 23: Creative Greeting Card Workshop at Vincent Massey School (across from Harold's IGA - 2800-2nd Avenue East). Suitable for everyone aged 10 and older, no previous art experience needed. Registration Fee $25, deadline May 15. For more information or to register, call Karen 922-0537 or Vicki 764-7218.
May 23: Record Sale at the Library from 9:30am to 5:00pm. Everyone welcome. For more information call the Library 763-8496 or drop in.
May 30-31: Red Cross Babysitter's Course (minimum age 12 years) will be held from 9:30-12:00 and 1:00 to 4:00pm at the Red Cross building (54-11th Street East). Advance registration only.
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until May 2: Odyssey Productions Inc. Dinner Theatre 6:00pm at Ecole Valois (449-10th Street East) presents Ernest Thompson's comedy On Golden Pond. For information/tickets drop into the box office at Performing Arts Warehouse or call 922-2287 or Wendy at 922-0655.
May 22: Odyssey Productions Improv Theatre at Java J's (Central Avenue). Two half-hour shows between 8:30-10:00pm. Free Admission, bring your friends and enjoy the show with your favorite coffee. For more information call Shawn Hoi 763-8015.
For more info on theatre please visit:
Performing Arts Warehouse
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Amy's On Second - 2990-2nd Avenue West
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until 22 May: André Martinson's rich interpretations of still life and landscape done in oil paint on paper or canvass.
24 May - June:Paintings by Pamela Burrill.
Digger's Roadhouse - 2901-2nd Avenue West
May 1 to June 20: Northern Image Photographers Group Exhibition.
Grace Campbell Gallery - 125-12th Street East
until May 19: Phyllis Hordyski exhibits her paintings that reflect the beauty of familiar Saskatchewan scenes. Viewing times daily during regular Library hours.
Little Gallery - 1010 Central Ave. Tel. 763-7080
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until May 17: Raven, Works by Rigmor Clarke.
May 22-June 23: Wood Works a display of carvings and woodturnings by local artists. Opening Reception May 28, at 8:00 p.m. 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
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May 3- July 12: Northern Image Photographers Group Exhibition
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May 8: Novotney Open Golf Tournament at Cooke Municipal Golf Course Cooke Municipal Golf Course. For more information call the Pro Shop 763-2505.
May 16-18: May Day Masters Golf Tournament at Cooke Municipal Golf Course. For more information call the Pro Shop 763-2505.
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