Bridges Events Jan. 31 - Feb. 6

Bridges Events for the upcoming week.

Event listings are a free, community service offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the publication date. Please send submissions to bridges@thestarphoenix.com.

# MUSIC

Fri., Jan. 31

Piano Friday: David Fong / The Trudel Family: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.

Better Than Nothing: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Jones Boys: Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.

Leon Ochs: Fairfield Seniors’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Ct.

Alexa & Katelyn: McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.

A Ghost in Drag w/ Adolyne, The Jump Off, Ki the Tree: Black Cat Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

League of Wolves w/ Dirty & The Perks: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

Dirk’s Fireworks, The Faps, Shakey Wilson: Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Serena Secret: Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.

Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds: Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.

Sat., Feb. 1

The Accordion Project: Ray Penner & Ken Pizurny: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.

Jam Session / Jones Boys: Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.

Two Tall Dudes: McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.

Sask Savage and Gucci Brady w/ K Niggz, Tommy Beatz, Jayy Solo, Micsmith & Mike Shinobi, Fritz Tha Wolf, Ace, Cemike: Black Cat Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

Tucker Lane, Alex Reunions, Erin Hill, Katelyn Lehner: Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

The Common Room: Kusch, DJ Marketmall: Coors Event Centre, 241 Second Ave. S.

Wenches & Rogues w/ SaintVicious and Tadoma: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

Serena Secret: Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.

Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds: Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.

Sun., Feb. 2

Sunday night jam: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Tues., Feb. 4

Open Stage w/ Sasha Filpovic: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

Wed., Feb. 5

Jam and Open Mic Session: Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.

# THEATRE

And Then There Were None: Runs to Feb. 1 in the Fr. O’Donnell Auditorium at STM College. Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island. All they have in common is a wicked past they’re unwilling to reveal and a secret that will seal their fate. Tickets and information at stmcollege.ca/newmanplayers.

The Secret in the Wings: Feb. 4-8 at Greystone Theatre in the U of S John Mitchell Building. As a child’s babysitter reads from a book of lesser-known fairytales, the characters in each of the tales materialize, with each tale breaking off just at its bleakest moment before giving way to the next one. Tickets at artsandscience.usask.ca/drama/greystone.

Constellations: Feb. 5-16 at Persephone Theatre’s BackStage Stage. A Brick and Mortar Theatre production. Marianne and Roland’s relationship unfolds across the multiverse, with each variation sending them on a different trajectory. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.

Reasonable Doubt: Runs to Feb. 12 at Persephone Theatre. A documentary play with music. In the aftermath of Colten Boushie’s death and Gerald Stanley’s trial, a need to speak our truth has become undeniable. A post-show discussion follows. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.

# SPECIAL EVENTS

Slim Chance: Friday nights, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. Performing top of the charts oldies. Information at 306-244-6869.

Just Eat It: Film Screening: Jan. 31, 1:45 p.m., in room 1150 of the U of S Health Sciences Building, 107 Wiggins Rd. A documentary about food waste. Admission is free. Registration required. Registration and information at evenbrite.ca.

Abita-Biboon “It is a New Year”: Jan. 31, 6 p.m., at Paved Arts, 424 20th St. W. An all-ages hip hop show presented by Cody Coyote and the Indigenous Poet Society. Featuring spoken word, street dance, and hip hop performances. Tickets at eventbrite.ca. Funds raised support STR8 UP.

Karousels Choreographed (Cued) Ballroom Dancing: Starts Jan. 31, and runs Fridays to April 24, 7 to 8 p.m., on the second floor at Albert Community Centre, 610 Clarence Ave. S. New dancers class featuring waltz and two-step. Information at not2worry@sasktel.net.

Jim Gaffigan: Jan. 31, 8 p.m., at SaskTel Centre. The comedian performs. Tickets at 306-938-7800, ticketmaster.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.

Gone Wild for Wildlife: Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. A fundraiser presented by the Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Saskatchewan. Wildlife, interactive and educational displays, lectures, silent auction, activities and experiments. Tickets at the door.

Winter Twigs and Buds: Feb. 1, 1 to 3 p.m., meet by the grain elevators at the Western Development Museum’s parking lot, 2610 Lorne Ave. Hike through the Beaver Creek valley looking at the different tree species and identifying them without their leaves. Information and registration at saskatoonnature.org.

Contra Dance: Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church Hall, 1801 Lorne Ave. Dances will be called and live music provided by members of Contra Saskatoon. No experience necessary. A family-friendly event. Admission at the door. Information at 306-665-0864, contrasaskatoon@gmail.com, or Facebook.

Nutrien Wintershines: Runs to Feb. 2 around Saskatoon. A winter festival. Featuring a market square building, soup cook-offs, ice garden and igloo fest, skating party at Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink, and outdoor activities. Information at wintershines.ca.

Bluegrass Brunch: Sundays, noon to 2 p.m., at Bon Temps Café, 223 Second Ave. S. Live music. Admission is free.

Saskatoon Lions Band Rehearsals: Sundays, marching band 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., adult drumline 2:30 to 4 p.m. The marching band is for ages 12 to 19. New members for adult drumline must have one year experience. Rehearsals begin Sept. 15. Preregistration required at 306-249-5013, brenda.armstrong@sasktel.net.

St. John Bosco Seniors Carpet Bowling Club: Sundays, 1:30 p.m., except long weekends, and Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., September to May. Information at 306-382-8021, 306-382-2953, 306-382-4606.

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.

Delight and Daring: Feb. 2, 2:30 p.m., at Emmanuel Anglican Church, 607 Dufferin Ave. Elixir Ensemble performs. Tickets at eventbrite.ca, McNally Robinson, or at the door.

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.

Weekly Bingo: Mondays, 12:30 p.m., at Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N. With raffle draws. Everyone is welcome.

Film and Discussion: Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m., at Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St. E. A partnership with the Yorkton Film Festival. Screening of 14 & Muslim, followed by a discussion with Nisa Bano. Admission is free.

Modern Square Dance Beginner Class: Mondays, 8 to 10 p.m., mid-September to mid-April, at All Saints Anglican Church Hall, 1801 Lorne Ave. Exercise for the body and the mind. Information at 306-253-4453.

Line Dancing Classes: Mondays and Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.; and Thursdays 2 to 3:30 p.m., at Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise Ave. A drop-in class. Admission at the door. Information at 306-477-5456, dancingwithtere@gmail.com.

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 to the public for tours. Preregistration is required. Contact 306-657-3644, outreach@lightsource.ca, lightsource.ca/tours.html.

Bridge City Senioraction Inc.: Tuesdays and Thursdays, through June, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at the Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Dr. A 55+ coed senior exercise club. Membership or drop-in fees at the door. Information at 306-931-8053, 306-244-0587.

Nutana Legion Weekly Events: Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., barbecue burger night. Information at 306-374-6303.

Courageous Conversation: Feb. 4 and 11, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., at Persephone Theatre. Presented by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission and Persephone Theatre. Moderated by Chief Commissioner David Arnot. Feb. 4, Moving Forward: a courageous conversation about reconciliation. Feb. 11, From Many People Strength: a courageous conversation about racism in Saskatchewan. Admission is free.

Fibromyalgia Support Group: They meet the first Tuesday of every month, 7 to 9 p.m., at The Franklin, 220 24th St. E. Supporting those with Fibromyalgia and educating through guest speakers. Meetings are free. Information at 306-222-4130, fibrofighters@yahoo.com.

Saskatoon Choral Society Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 7 p.m., September to December and January to April, at Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St. E. A non-audition four-part choir. New members welcome. Information at yxechoral.ca, yxe.choral@gmail.com.

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.

Magic City Chorus Rehearsals: Tuesday evenings in Sutherland. The chorus is a four-part, all-female a cappella harmony group of singers and performers. New members of all voice ranges are welcome. Information at magiccitychorus.com, louiseburton21@hotmail.com.

St. George’s Senior Citizen’s Club: Weekly at St. George’s Senior Citizen’s Centre, 1235 20th St. W. Bowling Tuesdays and Thursdays, and card playing Wednesdays, 1 to 4 p.m. For seniors ages 55+. Information at 306-382-7657, 306-716-0204, 306-382-4390, 306-717-8773.

Carpet Bowling: Wednesdays, 1:15 p.m., at Mayfair United Church. Beginner and experienced adult players are welcome. Information at 306-651-2151.

Cecilian Singers Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, 323 Fourth Ave. S. The mixed-voice choir presents two concerts each year. New members are always welcome. Information at ceciliansingers.ca.

All About Us: Weekly Wednesday suppers. A singles social group for people in their 50s to 70s. With movie nights, games nights, and events. No membership dues. Information at allaboutus@shaw.ca, 306-249-0254.

Circle of Healing: Wednesday evenings. Learn a simple meditative practice for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. Admission is by donation. Information at 306-664-3331, circle.saskatoon@gmail.com.

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.

The Musical Jam: First and third Thursday of the month, 1 to 3 p.m., at St. George’s Senior’s Club, 1235 20th St. W. Everyone is welcome to play, dance, or listen. Admission is free. Information at 306-384-6318, 306-934-8058, 306-382-4390.

Saskatoon International Folk Dance: Thursdays, September to May, 7 p.m., on the main floor at Albert Community Centre, 610 Clarence Ave. S. The Saskatoon International Folk Dance Club teaches dances from around the world. Your first lesson is free. Information at saskatoonfolkdance.ca.

Seniors’ Neighbourhood Hub Clubs: Monthly programs on various weekdays, 1:30 to 4 p.m., September to June. An age-friendly initiative of the Saskatoon Council on Aging, promoting social participation, a key aspect of an age-friendly city. Open to independent seniors living city wide. Admission is free. Information at scoa.ca, 306-652-2255.

Overeaters Anonymous Group Meetings: Weekly 12-step meetings in Saskatoon. Open to anyone with a compulsive eating problem. Meeting times and locations at oa.org.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Meetings: Mornings, afternoons, or evenings at a number of chapters in Saskatoon. A support group for anyone wanting to lose weight. New members are welcome, and first meeting is free. Information at tops.org, 306-242-7180.

Abbeyfield House Saskatoon Tours: Regular tours at 1320 Ave. K. S. Information at kyle.white@usask.ca.

Weekly Activities for Seniors: Held regularly at Cosmo Senior’s Centre, 614 11th St. E. For 55 plus. Yoga, exercises, bridge, whist, cribbage and Kaiser. Potluck lunch the third Monday of the month, October to April. Drop-in fees at the door. New members are welcome. There is a membership fee. Schedule and information at 306-373-8693.

Al-Anon Group Meetings: Weekly meetings in Saskatoon. Open to anyone who has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Information at sk-alanon.ca, 306-665-3838.

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

Market Mall Children’s Playland Art Gallery: Until Jan. 31 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. The Call by students from Georges Vanier Catholic Fine Arts School.

The Gallery/Art Placement Inc.: Until Feb. 13 at 238 Third Ave. S. New Year, New Works and Recent Arrivals by gallery artists, including Catherine Perehudoff Fowler, Heather M. Cline, Rebecca Perehudoff, Ruth Cuthand and Robert Christie.

Ukrainian Museum of Canada: Until Feb. 15 at 910 Spadina Cres. East. From the Garden by Michael Hosaluk.

Gallery on the Greens: Until Feb. 28 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Currents by Kathy Allen.

Paved Arts: Until Feb. 28 at 424 20th St. W. No Long Shadows by Miles Rufelds.

St. Thomas More Gallery: Until Feb. 29 at 1437 College Dr. U of S Community Arts and Artisanship Student Exhibition.

Saskatchewan Craft Council: Until March 14 at 813 Broadway Ave. The Flower People by Melanie Monique Rose.

Remai Modern: Until March 22 at 102 Spadina Cres. E. The Sonnabend Collection, featuring works by Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Jeff Koons. Pablo Picasso: Anatomy of a Still Life until April 17.

# 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.

Postnatal Yoga: Mondays, noon 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 birthrhythms.ca. 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. Information at stayandplaysaskatoon@gmail.com or Facebook.

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.

Scooters: Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., October to May, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1636 Acadia Dr. A drop-in indoor playgroup for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Information at scooters@ebap.ca, emmanuelbaptist.ca/scooters or Facebook.

Breastfeeding Cafe: Thursdays, 9:30 to 11 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.

Remai Modern: Ongoing regular art programs for all ages. Includes Creative Space on Saturdays and Scotiabank Something on Sundays. Find the calendar at remaimodern.org.

Saskatoon Public Library Programs: Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary.ca.