COMING EVENTS

Please note that coming events are placed where space is available and that priority is given to local non-profit groups and organizations.

SASKATCHEWAN LIBRARY WEEK from October 21 to October 26 will have programs, food and fun activities happening all week! On the morning of October 23, the library would like to celebrate you! It’s Patron Appreciation Day. There will be coffee, tea and snacks available to show just how much Moose Jaw Public Library appreciates its patrons! Finally, from the 20th to the 26th, it’s Fine Forgiveness Week! Come into the library and complete a task to get $10 off your fines. Tasks include bringing in a canned food item, designing your own bookmark, checking out an item, finding the library animal and more! Admission is free. Everyone is welcome.

SURVIVORS OF SUICIDE Grief Support Group for those who have experienced the death of a Loved One by Suicide Next Meeting: October 23, 7:30pm to 9:00 pm at the Parkview location- 474 Hochelaga St. W. Please enter east doors off of east parking lot. Everyone is Welcome

THE MOOSE JAW STAMP CLUB will meet Wednesday, October 23, 7:00 pm, at the Lindale School staffroom, 1322 11th Avenue NW (use north entrance).

Visitors are welcome. For more information call 306-6935705.

COMMUNITY CULTURAL GATHERING

on Wednesday, October 23rd from 10am-4pm at the Bengough Community Centre, 175 – 3rd Ave. W, Bengough.

(Alternate date in case of poor weather Weds, Oct 30th). Doors open at 9:30am; lunch, snacks, and refreshments will be provided. The South West District for Culture, Recreation & Sport invites you to join professionals and volunteers in the cultural sector for a day of learning, sharing, fellowship & fun – presentations/roundtable discussions and local tours and more. Registrations forms available at www.gosouthwest. ca . Visit gosouthwest.ca/what-we-do/getting-together for more information.

THE LOCAL WRITER’S READOUT with The Saskatchewan Festival of Words program will take place on Thursday October 24 at 7:00pm at the Public Library.

There will be a sign-up sheet at the back when you arrive. Even if you are not a poet, singer or actor, enjoy a free night out to listen and explore the hidden local Moose Jaw talent. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome.

CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH SEMIANNUAL FAIR TRADE FESTIVAL will be held from Thursday, October 24 to Saturday, October 26th at the church’s Fellowship Hall, 27 Hochelaga Street West.

Merchandise is provided by Ten Thousand Villages, and includes Fair Trade coffee, tea, chocolate, arts, crafts and gift items from producers and artisans around the world. Proceeds from the Festival will go to the Moose Jaw and District Food Bank.

WHISTLESTOP CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE

will be held on October 25th Friday from 2-9pm & 26th Saturday from 10am-5pm- at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Convention Centre. Admission $5. Hourly Doorprize Draws.

VISIT THE ANNUAL HAUNTED MUSEUM

between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Saturday, October 26 at Sukanen Ship Museum, 13 km south of Moose Jaw on Highway Two. Not recommended for children under eight years. For more information call 306-631-7765.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY USED JIGSAW PUZZLE SALE will be held on Saturday, October 26th from 9:30am – 1pm upstairs at the Public Library.

In addition to used jigsaw puzzles, there will also be handknitted items made by the Avid Knitters Group, as well as used computer equipment. Buy a new membership or renew your existing membership at the membership table. Donations of complete puzzles gratefully accepted.

AN (ALL WOMENS) (ADULT (18+) FIREARMS LICENSING COURSE WEEKEND. will be held in Moose jaw on Saturday Oct 26 and Sunday Oct 27. The courses will be conducted at the SSWA Indoor range and Learning Centre. Saturday Oct 26 will see an all women’s CDN Firearms Safety course (CFSC). Successful completion of this 8 hr course will allow the candidates to apply for their Non Restricted Canadian Firearms LIcense (PAL). On Sunday Oct 27 there will be an

all women’s Canadian Restricted Firearms Safety Course CRFSC conducted. Successful completion of this 4-6 hr course will enable the women to apply for their Canadian Firearms License with Restricted Status (RPAL). This certification allows them to possess and acquire Restricted Handguns and specific rifles. Note: One must successfully have completed the Non-Restricted Course before one can take the Restricted Course. For more information on this all women’s course weekend such as: Registration procedures, PAL application pickup, Loaner manual and study guide pickup, Course costs, etc, contact Course coordinator Harry at hshorejda@shaw.ca,306 693 1324.

MOOSE JAW TOWN AND COUNTRY SINGLES DANCE on October 26 at Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 566 Vaughan St. W. from 8pm to 12am. Band Dennis and Curtis Ficor. Come on out for an evening of fun! Married couples welcome! Cost $14. Midnight lunch included. Information available by calling 306-691-6634.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #1534 ANNUAL FALL SUPPER will be held on Sunday, October 27th at St. Joseph Parish Hall, sittings 4 & 6 pm. Tickets: Adults $15/Chilidren (6-11) $8/5 and under Free. For tickets call 306.694.1944 (9-5M-F) or Marcel 306.692.8458 or David 306.692.8789. Admission by ticket only.

ACFMJ FRENCH CLASSES – Levels Offered for Fall 2019: Beginner 1.1 (I have never spoken French before) Tuesdays Oct 15,22; Beginner 1.2 (I know some French) Tuesdays November 19,26/December 3; Francopractique (casual studying and conversation) Thursdays October 17,24 and Thursdays November21,28/December 5. Cost $60 each level; $20 Franco-practique. Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm. Location: 450 – 3rd Ave. NW Moose Jaw. Registration by phone 306.692.8112 or acfmoosejaw@gmail. com

ST. ANDREW’S CHRISTMAS MARKET will be held on Saturday Nov. 2nd from 10am to 3pm in the Social Hall, Lounge & Court & Chapel of St. Andrew’s United. Great variety of items and early. Christmas Shopping!

GRIEFSHARE: Surviving the Holidays will be held at Minto United Church on November 3rd from 2pm4:30pm. Cost is $10. To register or for more information contact 306.693.6148 or email mintouc@sasktel.net. This is a helpful & encouraging seminarfor people facing the death of a loved one during the holidays.

MOOSE JAW HOMEGROWN FARMERS MARKET is moving indoors on Sunday Nov 3rd, Nov 17th, Sunday Dec 8th, and Dec 15th from 10 am - 2 pm at the Timothy Eatons Centre 510 Main St N. Temp your taste buds with local delights such as pastry,bread,candy,honey, jams and jellies, There will also be homemade bath & beauty products, home decor,handmade jewelry, homemade dog treats, hand knitted items, homemade wine,and much more.

THE GATHERING A COMMUNITY GOSPEL HYMN SING in Support of Heartland Hospice Moose Jaw will be held on Sunday, November 3rd at 7:30pm at Zion United Church, 423 Main St. N. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Lorne Calvert, Mark Zelke, Gospel Pianist, Bruce Learmonth, Organizt with the Music Ministry of Zion Church

MORTLACH FALL SUPPER will be held on Sunday, November 3rd from 4:30-7pm at the Mortlach Memorial Hall. Come and enjoy a delicious homemade Turkey supper. Cost: Adults $15/Child (5-12yrs) $10/ Children 4yrs and under Free. Tickets sold at the door.

THE REFUGEE SPONSORSHIP COMMITTEE OF CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH FALL CRAFT SALE will be held on Saturday, November 9, from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, in the church’s Fellowship Hall, at 27 Hochelaga St. W. A number of local vendors will be on site, with a variety of merchandise available for purchase. In addition, there will be hand-made crafts and clothing items donated by members of our congregation. All proceeds will go to the church’s Refugee Sponsorship Fund, in support of a refugee family, who have been with us just over a year.

INTRODUCTORY BRIDGE LESSONS - Bidding in the 21st Century until November 19th (9 sessions) on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm at the Comfort Inn. Cost $45. For more information or to register call Rae @306.692.6074. CHRISTMAS BAKING WALK will be held on Saturday, November 23rd from 9am-1pm at St. Andrew’s Church Main Floor – enter on Athabasca St. Pick what you want and put into containers provided. Each container is $5 Homemade tarts, cookies, candy, squares, etc. Sponsored by the Mizpah Chapter #1 Order of the Eastern Star.

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION – Branch 59 Moose Jaw, 268 High St W: Contact 306-692-5453 Like us on Facebook @ Royal Canadian Legion Branch 59 Moose Jaw.

VETERANS’ MORNING COFFEE - Monday-Saturday @ 10:00 am

CURLING – Sundays @ 10:00 am @ Ford Curling Centre

CRIBBAGE – Tuesdays @1:30pm – please sign-in by 1pm DARTS – Thursdays @7pm- in the auditorium. Nonmembers & New Players are welcome

FRIDAY SUPPERS @5:30pm – Please purchase tickets by the previous Wednesday SHUFFLEBOARD FRIDAYS @7pm – Drop-in League. Everyone Welcome.

MEAT DRAW FUNDRAISER - Saturdays @ 3:00 pm Everyone welcome

FOOT CARE CLINIC for Legion Members – October 30th - please call for an appointment.

SUNDAY FUNDAY – INDOOR MINI-GOLF TOURNAMENT – Sunday Oct 27th @ 1:30 pm - Please sign up at the Legion by Oct 24th or call 306-693-9688 to register$5pp – prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd. We’re golfing in the whole building!! OPEN TO THE PUBLIC -- Bring friends!! MONTHLY CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENT – Wednesday, October 30th @ 1:00 pm – in the lounge - $5/person – prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd. Sign up at the Legion or call 306693-9688 – EVERYONE WELCOME

ROD STEWART tribute artist Vic Vaga – Friday, Nov 15th @ 8:00 pm in the auditorium – tickets $25 – PUBLIC EVENT! ALL WELCOME!!

MOOSE JAW & DISTRICT SENIORS’ ASSOCIATION @Timothy Eaton Garden – 101-510 Main St N. For more information or the regular listing of ongoing daily events call 306-694-4223 or mjsenior@ sasktel.net

ONGOING PROGRAMS: EVERY WEEKDAY: 7:00 am Billiards, Walking Track; MONDAY’s: 10:00 am Pickleball; 10:30 Fitness; 1:00 Crib the board game, Board Games, Painting, Table Tennis; 4:30 pm Billiards; 7:00 pm Pickleball; TUESDAY’s: 10:00 am Line Dancing; 1:00 pm Paper Tole, Painting, Paper Tole, Whist, Pickleball, Floor Shuffleboard; WEDNESDAY’s: 10:30 Fitness, Chen tai Chi; 1:00 pm Cribbage, Mah Jongg, Pickleball; THURSDAY’s: 10:00 am Pickleball; 1:00 pm 500 Cards, Table Tennis; 4:30 pm Billiards; 7:00 pm Floor Shuffleboard; FRIDAY’s: 9:30 am Yoga Basics with Jessie 10:00 am Jam Session; 1:00 pm Floor Curling, Kaiser, Nickel Bingo, Floor Shuffleboard, Pickleball

Saturday, October 26 – Bridge Tournament 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Cost $15.

Saturday, November 2 – Christmas Garage Sale & Bake Sale – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Saturday, November 2 – Social Dance featuring “Leon Ochs”. 8:00-Midnight with lunch to follow. $14. Sunday, November 3 – Farmers Market 10 am – 2 pm Saturday, November 9 – Crib Tournament 9:30-3:30 pm. Cost $12.00

Sunday, December 1 – Annual Members’ & Friends Christmas Banquet with special guest - Jamie Gass “Remember the King”. Cost $25pp

COSMO SENIORS’ CENTRE, 235 Third Ave. N.E. For more information call (306) 692-6072. Cosmo Mini Cribbage Tournament on Tuesday, October 22nd at 1pm. Cost $5 – includes prizes and snacks Cosmo Senior Citizens’ Craft & Trade Show from 9am3pm on Saturday, October 26th – anyone wishing to book a Table please call Eunice Rivers @ 306-692-3460. Free Admission.

Military Whist Tournament on Friday, November 1 @10am. Cost $12 includes lunch/snacks/prizes.

Musical Concert on Sunday, November 3 at 7pm with Saskia & Darrel with The Great Plains. Cost $20. Cosmo Bridge League on Monday, November 4th @1pm. Cost $2 includes prizes.

Cosmo Floor Shuffleboard on Monday, November 4 @1pm. Cost $2 includes prizes.

Cosmo H & F Canasta on Monday, November 4th @7pm. Cost $2 includes prizes.

Cosmo Jam Session on Monday, November 4 @9:30am. Cost $2

ARMY NAVY AND AIR FORCE VETERANS, 279 High St. W. Phone 306.693.1656. Wednesday’s Bingo at Leisure Time Bingo; come on out and support the club.

Thursday’s Crib starts @ 1:30 pm Everyone Welcome! Thursday’s Pool @ 7:00 pm Everyone Welcome! Friday’s Shuffleboard @ 1:30 pm Everyone Welcome! Saturday’s Meat Draw @ 4:30 pm Everyone Welcome! ANAVETS Sports Drop-in Fun Leagues. You don’t need to make weekly commitments!

Open Monday’s from 1pm - 10pm Starting October 7th Sign/Paint Nights are back watch Here,Facebook or Starlight Creations for Dates!

Club Supper Tuesday October 29th from 5:30- 6:30. Cabbage Rolls, perogies, Sausage, Salads and Dessert. Price $15 Tickets MUST be purchased by Oct 26th. Everyone Welcome!

LEST WE FORGET Remembrance Day Open House on Monday November 11th from 12pm-7pm.