Bridges Events Feb. 14-20
by Jocelyn Bennett, Saskatoon StarPhoenixBridges 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., Feb. 14
Songs of Love: Robyn Knight, Jessica Robinson, and Kathryn Schulz: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Rock Candy: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Bachelors: Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
Just Us: Fairfield Seniors’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Ct.
Valentine’s Day: Wayne Bargen: McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
The Beaches: Louis’ Pub, 93 Campus Dr.
Louser and Unfazed: Black Cat Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
Valentine’s Day: Ritual Rabbits w/ Fancy Diamonds and The Elephant Seal Song Company: Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Loser Points w/ Tadoma, The Dactyls, and Swayze: The Underground Café, 430 20th St. W.
Trashville Honky Tonk: Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.
Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds: Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.
Sat., Feb. 15
The Fretless: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Rock Candy: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Jam session / Bachelors: Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.
Valentine’s Supper & Dance: Lady Hawke: Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.
Saskatoon Rhythmaires: Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W.
Ian Martens: McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E.
Neon Steve w/ Michelle C and Easy T: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Still Too Broke 2 Tour: Mickie and DJ Patty Jay w/ Aboriginal Poet, Bex, Madd Profit, Rizen, Skizza, Jugless, Dafine Music, Hawvee, Kross Lepage, Kurbii & Jayvelvet, Lethal, Loudvoice: Black Cat Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.
The Extroverts w/ The Lunatic Touch: Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.
Trashville Honky Tonk: Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E.
Live Sax Show: Gregory Edmunds: Cut Casual Steak and Tap, 416 21st St. E.
Sun., Feb. 16
Fred Penner: Broadway Theatre, 715 Broadway Ave.
Laila Biali: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Sunday night jam: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Tues., Feb. 18
Eddie Robertson Electric Blues Band: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Open Stage w/ Aurora Wolfe: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
Wed., Feb. 19
J.P. Cormier: The Bassment, 202 Fourth Ave. N.
Eddie Robertson Electric Blues Band: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Jam and Open Mic Session: Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St.
Thurs., Feb. 20
Flaming Sambucas: Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.
Smalltown DJs: Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.
# THEATRE
A Plateful of Valentines: Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, 135 109th St. West. A dessert theatre and musical revue. Tickets at 306-249-3127. Funds raised support the church.
Will & Ernest: Feb. 14-23 at Studio 914, 914 20th St. W. Presented by La Troupe du Jour. Inspired by the life of American cowboy Will James, who was actually a French-Canadian named Ernest Dufault. Tickets at 306-667-1221, latroupedujour.ca.
Paw Patrol: The Great Pirate Adventure: Feb. 15-16, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., at TCU Place. An action-packed, music-filled, interactive stage show. The heroic pups embark on a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure. Tickets at 306-975-7799, tcutickets.ca.
Constellations: Runs to Feb. 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.
Piyisiw Iskwew (I Am Thunderbird Girl): Runs to Feb. 17 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. Presented by Wide Open Puppet Theatre. Young Thunderbird Girl is a curious person who goes on an adventure to discover her destiny. Tickets at wideopen.ca.
The Foreigner: Runs to Feb. 22 at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. Presented by Mini Fridge Theatre Company. A dinner theatre show. Introduced as a foreigner who speaks no English on a fishing trip in rural Georgia, pathologically shy Charlie overhears more than he should. Tickets at 306-986-4045, boxoffice@saskgerman.com. Information at minifridgetheatre.com.
# SPECIAL EVENTS
Slide Presentation: Feb. 14, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., in Rm 129 of the U of S Thorvaldson Building. Public River Transport and Saskatoon’s Undervalued Thoroughfare. Everyone is welcome. Information at usask.ca/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.
Bouquet of Rosebuds: Valentine’s Day Burlesque Show: Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Free Flow Dance Centre, 224 25th St. W. Rosebud Burlesque Club performs. Tickets at burlesque@sasktel.net or at the door. A 19+ event.
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.
Music for the Gut Artist Showcase: Feb. 15, 7 p.m., at Grace-Westminster United Church, 505-10th St. E. The 10th anniversary show features 55 performers. Including Doo-ly Noted Quartet, Gerard Weber, and Silas Friesen. Tickets at Saskatoon Academy of Music, McNally Robinson, or at the door.
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.
Czech Romance: Feb. 16, 2 p.m., at Convocation Hall at the U of S, 107 Administration Pl. The Saskatoon Symphony Chamber Ensemble performs the music of Czech composers. Tickets at 306-653-5191, ontheboards.ca.
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.
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.
Family Day Skating Party: Feb. 17, noon to 4 p.m., at Cameco Meewasin Skating Rink. Skating, activities, and warm drinks. Information at meewasin.com.
Weekly Bingo: Mondays, 12:30 p.m., at Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N. With raffle draws. Everyone is welcome.
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.
Community Senior’s Games Group: The second Tuesday of the month, September to May, 1:30 p.m., at St. Martin’s United Church. Information at 306-373-0087 or 306-374-3269.
Nutana Legion Weekly Events: Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., barbecue burger night. Information at 306-374-6303.
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.
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.
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 Genealogy Group Meetings: The third Thursday of each month, September to June, 7 p.m., at the Saskatchewan Archaeological Society, Bay 1 1730 Quebec Ave. Presented by the Saskatoon Branch, Saskatchewan Genealogical Society.
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.
Saskatoon Nature Society Monthly Speakers Series: Feb. 20, 7:30 p.m., in Rm 1130 of the U of S Health Sciences E-wing. Saskatchewan Breeding Bird Atlas: The first three years with Atlas staff. Admission is free. Information at saskatoonnature.org or Facebook.
Seniors’ Neighbourhood Hub Clubs: Monthly programs on various weekdays in five locations, 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
Ukrainian Museum of Canada: Until Feb. 15 at 910 Spadina Cres. East. From the Garden by Michael Hosaluk.
Saskatoon Painters Club: Until March 19 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. Members’ works on show. Opening reception Feb. 20, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
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 April 5 at 102 Spadina Cres. E. The Sonnabend Collection, including works by Andy Warhol and Jeff Koons. New Year’s Country, all-Canadian exhibition, including works by Dana Claxton, Joseph Fafard, Allen Sapp, and David Thauberger runs to Oct. 12.
# 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, 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.