Bridges Events (June 23)
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Event listings are a free, community service offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the event date. Please send submissions to bridges@thestarphoenix.com.
# MUSIC
Fri., June 23
Riff Raff
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Dan McConnell
Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
Scudd Family Band
Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.
Tom Reinhardt
Fairfield Seniors’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Ct.
Standard Trio
McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
Groove Series: Nomadic Massive
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Groove Series: The Harpoonist and the Axe Murderer
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
The Nation
Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.
Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds
Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.
Sat., June 24
Riff Raff
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Dan McConnell
Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
LadyHawke
Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.
Leon Ochs
Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W.
Ellen Froese
McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
MONO
Cosmopolitan Seniors Centre, 614 11th St. E.
Groove Series: Begonia
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Doom Squad w/ Cquel, Joey Fresh, Luke Skies & MacTates and Hypnotiq & Gemstarr
Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
Groove Series: Rev. Raven and the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
The Nation
Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N.
Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds
Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.
Sun., June 25
Sunday night jam
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Groove Series: The Dead South
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Mon., June 26
Tony K Trio
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Crack Cloud, Blue Odeur, Supercroup
Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
The Lucifarian Outreach Tour: The Matadors w/ The Classy Chassys
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Tues., June 27
Tony K Trio
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
PONY, Dead Soft, Shirley & The Pyramids
Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
Busdriver
Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Wed., June 28
Tony K Trio
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Groove Series: Banda Magda
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Thurs., June 29
River’s Edge
Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Groove Series: Desi Sub Culture
Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Archaics, Power Buddies, Waitress
Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
Hillsburn
Village Guitar & Amp Co., 432 20th St. W.
# THEATRE
Don Giovanni
Until June 24 at Remai Arts Centre. Presented by Saskatoon Opera. The story of the insatiable libertine and his downfall is set to a score that includes Mozart’s greatest operatic finale. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.
A Soldier’s War
Until June 25 at Persephone Theatre’s BackStage Stage. Following the journey of five Canadian soldiers during the Second World War — from basic training in Nova Scotia, through to D-Day and their return home. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.
Jake & The Kid
Until July 2 at the Barn Playhouse, 25km north of Saskatoon. In the imaginary town of Crocus in 1944, a newcomer upsets the local tall-tale tellers when he calls them liars. Tickets at 306-239-4600.
# SPECIAL EVENTS
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.
The Laugh Shop
June 23, 9 p.m., at The Ramada Hotel, 806 Idylwyld Dr. N. Headliner Dave Nystrom and opener Danny Freedman. Tickets at 306-665-6500 or at the door.
All-You-Can-Eat Varenyky (Perogy) Supper
June 23, 5 to 7 p.m., at the Ukrainian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral Hall, 919 20th St. W. Admission includes dessert and a beverage. Meat and cabbage rolls available at extra cost.
Food Truck Wars Episode IV
June 23-25 at Sutherland Curling Club, 141 Jessop Ave. Food truck flavour challenges and indoor entertainment. Admission at the entrance. Information at foodtruckwarsyxe.com.
SaskTel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival
June 23 to July 2 around Saskatoon. Jazz, blues, funk, pop, and world music. Featuring Amanda Marshall, Serena Ryder, Ziggy Marley, Feist, Michael Franti and Spearhead, the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra, Flamenco Borealis, Tommy Emmanuel and Arrested Development. Tickets and information at saskjazz.com.
Sask Breeding Atlas Point Counts
June 24, 7 to 10 a.m. Conduct point counts for birds and visit a wetland. Hosted by the Saskatoon Nature Society. Information at 306-652-5975, sk.birdatlas.ca, saskatoonnaturesociety.sk.ca.
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.
Walking Tour of Next-of-Kin Memorial Avenue
June 24, 10:30 a.m., at the 1923 gates at Woodlawn Cemetery. A guided walking tour with Saskatoon Heritage Society president Peggy Sarjeant. Admission is free.
Epilepsy Saskatoon Support Group
Last Saturday each month, 1 to 3 p.m., at the W.A. Edwards Centre, 333 Fourth Ave. N. Anyone directly or indirectly affected by epilepsy is welcome. Share, discuss ideas, ask and answer questions and support one another. Refreshments and snacks are provided. Information on Facebook.
Arabian Horse Showcase
June 24, 7 p.m. at Prairieland Park. Hosted by Rae-Dawn Arabians. Demonstrations, trick-riding, photos and door prizes. Admission is free.
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.
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.
Norm Bonk in Concert
June 25, 6:30 p.m., at Elim Church, 419 Slimmon Rd. Admission is by freewill offering.
French and English Skills Development
Mondays, January to June, 12:05 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.
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, 2:30 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.
Seniors’ Neighbourhood Hub Club Program
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 1:30 to 4 p.m., at Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St. A program for all independent living seniors to combat isolation and encourage socialization. Each program includes an informative presentation, social events and refreshments. Information at myeastview.ca.
Nutana Legion Weekly Events
Tuesdays, 5:30 to 7 p.m., barbecue burger night. Information at 306-374-6303.
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.
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.
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.
Saskatoon International Folk Dance
Thursdays, 7 p.m., June through August, in Kiwanis Park north of the Bessborough. The Saskatoon International Folk Dance Club teaches dances from around the world. First night is free. Information at 306-374-0005, sifc.awardspace.com.
Al-Anon Meetings
Weekly meetings in Saskatoon. A fellowship of people sharing their experience, strength and hope. Saskatoon Al-Anon group meetings are open to anyone who has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Information at sk-alanon.ca, 306-655-3838.
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
Mix Spring Show
Until June 23 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. Mix Artists Collective art show.
SCYAP Gallery
Until June 23 at 253 Third Ave. S. Urban Canvas Project 12: a Retrospective. Veiled Soul by Danahe Palacios runs June 26 to July 14. Reception July 8.
AKA Artist-Run
Until June 27 above 424 20th St. W. Elbow River, a billboard by Seth Fluker.
Darrell Bell Gallery
Until June 30 at 405-105 21st St. E. Works by David Stonhouse, Michael Batty, Vicky Christou, Tod Emel, and Eli Bornstein.
Gallery on the Greens
Until June 30 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Dancing on the Rim by Louisa Ferguson and Kimberley Dickinson.
Market Mall Children’s Playland Art Gallery
Until June 30 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Remai Modern Art Gallery’s All Over the Place.
The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library
Until July 6 at 311 23rd St. E. One Fish Two Fish by Paul Trottier.
Saskatchewan Craft Council
Until July 29 at 813 Broadway Ave. Dimensions. Award ceremony and gala reception June 24, 7 to 10 p.m.
Ukrainian Museum of Canada
Until Oct. 7 at 910 Spadina Cres. E. Terra Cosaccorum: Ukrainian Lands on Maps from the XVII to XXI Century.
# 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.
Movies for Mommies Family Friendly Screenings
The last Sunday of each month, 11 a.m., at Rainbow Cinemas. Parents can enjoy a movie with their children without worrying about disrupting others. Children of all ages are welcome. Register at moviesformommies.com.
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.
Movies for Mommies Sensory Screenings
The last Monday of each month, 1 p.m., at Rainbow Cinemas. A sensory-friendly environment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder or other special needs. Movies play with decreased sound and increased lighting. All ages are welcome. Register at moviesformommies.com.
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.
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.