This week's community events
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# MUSIC
Fri., Feb. 17
Piano Friday: Gabriele Valenti
JJ White & The Release
The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Dangerous Cheese
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Driftwood
Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
Scudd Family Band
Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.
Leon Ochs
Fairfield Seniors’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Ct.
Standard Trio
McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
Live One, ecilA and Sensible Blend
Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
Kory Istace vs. The Time Pirates and The Whiskey Jerks
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Mabaleka w/ Too Soon Monsoon and Brock Fehr
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Black Gold
Louis’ Pub, 93 Campus Dr.
Diesel Café
Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.
Absofunkinlutely
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 2605 Broadway Ave.
Megan Nash w/ Sarah Jane Scouten
The Underground Café, 430 20th St. W.
Urban Outlaws
Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.
Sat., Feb. 18
RipperTrain
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Way North
The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Driftwood
Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
Mr. Music (3:30 p.m., Lounge)
Leon Ochs
Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W.
No Hurry Trio
McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
Kane Brown
Saskatoon Event Centre, 1201 Alberta Ave.
Good Enough, The Speedhammers, Belladonnas & the Temp, and Myles & the Blanks
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Skylab Winter Series: Esette w/ Submit, Emilio del Canto and Jarjarbeats
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Absofunkinlutely
Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 2605 Broadway Ave.
Diesel Café
Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.
Urban Outlaws
Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.
Sun., Feb. 19
Sunday night jam
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Bump & Whine: All Black Affair: Sheldon Prezi Johnson, DJ Scott Turner, DJ Heywood and Afrobeat DJ Daniel Afe
Saskatoon Event Centre, 1201 Alberta Ave.
James Irving of Nickeltree
Village Guitar & Amp Co., 432 20th St. W.
Tues., Feb. 21
Duke Under Fire
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Wed., Feb. 22
Brewster and the Roosters
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Cidne Treen
Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.
Thurs., Feb. 23
Brewster and the Roosters
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Davy Sage
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Don Griffith
Bon Temps Café, 232 Second Ave. S.
# THEATRE
The Illusion
Until Feb. 18 at Greystone Theatre in the U of S John Mitchell Building. Cornielle’s 17th-century L’Illision Comique is adapted into a magical mystery tour of wit and style. Tickets at informationstation.ca.
Our Man in Havana
Until Feb. 19 at Persephone Theatre. A co-production with Vertigo Theatre. A vacuum cleaner salesman in pre-revolution Cuba agrees to feed information to the British Secret Service, then proceeds to let his imagination run wild. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.
Munsch Mania
Until Feb. 20 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. A collection of six stories by Robert Munsch, adapted by Wide Open Children’s Theatre. With audience participation. Tickets at 306-683-9460, wideopen.ca.
# SPECIAL EVENTS
Come and Go Creative Forum
Feb. 17, 1 to 4 p.m., at Station 20 West. Part of wîsahkêcâhk. An exploration with our bodies — body mapping.
Slim Chance
Friday nights, 6:30 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.
Tipi Confessions Cabaret
Feb. 17, 7 to 10 p.m., at Louis’ Loft, 93 Campus Dr. Closing night for wîsahkêcâhk. Featuring Rosanna Deerchild, Elise Pallagi and Adelina Anthony. Tickets at the door.
Bouquet of Rosebuds Valentines Show
Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m., at Free Flow Dance Centre, 224 25th St. W. Rosebud Burlesque Club’s annual Valentine’s Day performance. Tickets at Free Flow Dance Centre or from performers.
Story Circle for Adults
Third Friday of the month, September to June, 7:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Centre, 213 Second St. E. Bring a story or come to listen. Potluck snacks are welcome. Admission is free and donations are accepted. Feb. 17 theme is after dark.
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.
Saskatoon Oldtimers Association Meetings
They meet the third Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m.: October to April at St. David’s United Church, 3318 Merrit St.; and May to September at the Log Cabin on the Exhibition Grounds. New members are welcome. Information about the social group at 306-382-4915, 306-373-1861.
Frosted Gardens at the Zoo
Feb. 18-20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Snow sculptures, live ice carving, ice slide and activities, and Little Chippers children’s event. Admission is by donation.
Bluegrass Brunch
Sundays, 12 to 2 p.m., at Bon Temps Café, 223 Second Ave. S. Live music. Admission is free.
Saskatoon Lions Band Practices
Sundays, 1 to 3 p.m., at 238 Ave. V N. Community marching band and colourguard flag twirling rehearsals. Youth ages 12 to 21 are welcome. Information at 306-249-5013, brenda.armstrong@sasktel.net.
Pet Loss Support Group
They meet the first and third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m., at the Edwards Family Centre, 333 Fourth Ave. N. Gatherings are informal and provide a place to share feelings, pictures and stories. Information at 306-343-5322.
Movies and Popcorn
Feb. 19, 2 to 4 p.m., at St. Thomas Wesley United Church. Screening Eighth Fire, a film showing the importance of repairing Canada’s relationship with indigenous people. Admission and popcorn are free.
Lyme Disease Support Group
Feb. 19, 3 p.m., at Rock Creek, 210-3020 Preston Ave. S., in Stonebridge. An informal gathering. RSVP or information at marilyn@marilyme.com.
Buddhist Meditation
Sundays, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Guided meditation taught by the monks from the Buddha Meditation Centre of Saskatoon. Class is free. Information at meditationsaskatoon.org, 306-374-2840.
WWE Live
Feb. 19, 5 p.m., at SaskTel Centre. Featuring Dean Ambrose vs. WWE champion AJ Styles. Tickets at 306-938-7800, ticketmaster.ca.
French and English Skills Development
Mondays, January to June, 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m., at Le Rendez-vous francophone, 308 Fourth Ave. N. Hosted by Inspiration Bilingue Toastmasters Club. Develop and practice French and English communication and leadership skills. Information at inspirationbilingue.toastmastersclubs.org.
Cameco Family Day Skating Party
Feb. 20, 12 to 4 p.m., at Meewasin Skating Rink. Skating, music and goodies.
Measha Brueggergosman presents Songs of Freedom
Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., at Broadway Theatre. The classical trained pianist and opera singer performs. Tickets at broadwaytheatre.ca.
Modern Square Dance Beginner Class
Mondays, 8 to 10 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church Hall, 1801 Lorne Ave. Exercise for the body and the mind. Information at 306-253-4453, 306-978-0970.
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/tours.html.
Daily Activities for Seniors
Monday through Friday at Cosmo Senior’s Centre, 614 11th St. E. Yoga, whist, exercises, cribbage and Kaiser. Drop-in fees at the door. New members are welcome. Schedule and information at 306-343-6710.
Saskatoon Choral Society Rehearsals
Tuesdays, 7 p.m., at Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St. E. New members are welcome. No audition necessary. Information at janinasaskatoonchoralsociety@gmail.com.
Remai Modern Makerspace
Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., at SCYAP, 253 Third Ave. S. A free drop-in evening for teens and adults. Information at remaimodern.org.
An Encore Recital
Feb. 21-22, 7:30 p.m., at Convocation Hall at the U of S. Presented by the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra. Featuring pianist Jan Lisiecki. Tickets at saskatoonsymphony.org.
Saskatoon Brass Band Rehearsals
Saskatoon Brass Band rehearses Tuesdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Saskatoon Youth Brass rehearses Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; and Bridge City Brass rehearses Thursdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Information at 306-934-1470.
Nutana Legion Weekly Events
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 7 p.m., barbecue burger night; Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., bingo. Information at 306-374-6303.
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.
Carpet Bowling
Wednesdays, 1 p.m., at Mayfair United Church. Beginner and experienced adult players are welcome. For information call 306-651-2151.
FASD Network Support Meetings
Wednesdays at the FASD Network office, 510 Cynthia St. An informative and engaging space for individuals living with FASD and their caregivers. Admission is free. Schedule and information at saskfasdnetwork.ca/events.
Choeur des Plaines Rehearsals
Wednesday evenings at l’École canadienne-française, 1407 Albert Ave. Saskatoon’s francophone choir rehearses. Men and women are welcome to join. Information at choeurdesplaines@sasktel.net, 306-343-9460.
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.
DesignHouse Film Series
Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. film, at Frances Morrison Central Library. Presented by OPEN Design Collaborative, the Saskatoon Public Library and the GDC. Showing Linotype. Everyone is welcome and admission is free.
Saskatoon International Folk Dance
Thursdays, 7 p.m., in Room 13 at Albert Community Centre, 601 Clarence Ave. S. The Saskatoon International Folk Dance Club teaches dances from around the world. First night is free. Information at 306-374-0005, sifc.awardspace.com.
Supporting Moon Time Sisters
Feb. 24, 3 to 5 p.m., at D’Lish by Tish Café, 702A 14th St. E. Women’s March Canada Saskatoon group is collection menstruation supplies for those affected in five Northern Saskatchewan communities. Tea and treats for those who donate. Information at womensmarchsaskatoon@gmail.com or Facebook.
Western Development Museum
Until April 30 at 2610 Lorne Ave. Game Changers Travelling Exhibit. Discover how innovation has shaped the video game industry. With interactive games and activities. Museum admission applies.
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.
# ART
SCYAP Gallery
Until Feb. 17 at 253 Third Ave. Works by youth from EGADZ, Cosmos, White Buffalo and Eagles Nest Youth Ridge.
Saskatchewan Craft Council
Until Feb. 18 at 813 Broadway Ave. Procession West by Robert S. Michel and Robert S. Pohl.
Paved Arts
Until Feb. 18 at 424 20th St. W. Relationships between two or more spaces, audience and performer, modified by Tim Dallett.
Kenderdine Art Gallery
Feb. 21 until April 21 in the U of S Agriculture Building. Towards Action, works from the University Art Collection. Featuring works by John Scott, Marcel Dzama, Istvan Kantor, Angela Grossman, Allyson Clay, Jane Ash Poitras.
AKA Artist-Run
Until Feb. 24 at 424 20th St. W. She is spitting a mouthful of stars by Amy Malbeuf, Annie MacDonell, Goth Shakira, Gregory Scofield and Adrian Stimson.
St. Thomas More Gallery
Until Feb. 24 at 1437 College Dr. Tedium by Lindsay Arnold.
Gallery on the Greens
Until Feb. 29 in Market Mall, 2325 Preston Ave. Colour & Line by the Saskatoon Potters Guild.
Market Mall Children’s Playland Art Gallery
Until Feb. 29 in Market Mall, 2325 Preston Ave. Whimsical Water by St. Maria Goretti Community School.
Void Gallery
Until March 5 at 312 Ave. B S. Opia by Cathy Terepocki and Aura May.
The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library
Until March 16 at 311 23rd St. E. Oxen to Oil by Valerie Zink.
College Art Gallery
Until April 21 in Administration Place at the U of S. Material Girls, a group exhibition.
# FAMILY
Children’s Play Centre
Daily at Lawson Heights Mall. A fun, safe, environment for preschool children to play. 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’s Art Workshop
Third Sunday of each month, 2 to 4 p.m., at Market Mall Children’s Playland Gallery, 2325 Preston Ave. Presented by SCYAP. Admission is free.
Postnatal Yoga
Mondays, 12 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.
Prenatal Yoga
Mondays, 6 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.
Stay and Play
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:15 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.
Shop ‘n Stroll
Wednesdays, 9:30 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.
La Leche League Canada Daytime Meetings
Third Wednesday of the month, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at Emmanuel Anglican Church, 609 Dufferin Ave. All women interested in breastfeeding are welcome. Information at 306-655-4805, lllcsaskatoon@gmail.com or Facebook.
Stars and Strollers
Wednesdays, 1 p.m., at Centre Cinemas in The Centre. Choice of two movies each week in a baby-friendly environment.
Breastfeeding Cafe
Thursdays, 10 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 to 8 p.m. at City Centre Family Physicians, 200-3211 Preston Ave. S. Taught by Registered Nurses/Lactation Consultants. 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.
Saskatoon Public Library Programs
Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary.ca.