Prairie Post (East Edition)

Community Calendar

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• Swift Current Ladies Line Dance Club:

dances every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Legion Hall, upper floor. We have been forced to adjust our club times to Tuesdays - 9:15 a.m.; Wednesdays - 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. for Novice class Thursdays - 9:15 a.m. For info - call Tracy at 306-741-7274. The Swift Branch Library is open 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.: Monday to Thursday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Friday and 10 am – 5 p.m.: Saturday.

March 12, 19 & 26-Swift Current

Explore Métis Traditions and Culture with the Swift Current Branch Library and Métis Local #35 throughout March

-On Saturday, March 12 and 19 at 10 am; join a Traditiona­l Métis Beading Workshop. In this two-part workshop, learn the history of the Flower Beadwork People. Métis Artist, Tekeyla Friday will demonstrat­e traditiona­l Métis flower beading patterns and show participan­ts this method of beading on leather. Families will work together to bead and create their own pouches. These programs are for ages 10 and up. Children 13 and under must be accompanie­d by an adult. Space is limited so register early. Must be able to attend both days. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n and to register, call the library at 306-778-2752. This program is free.

-On Saturday, March 26 at 10 am, join Creeland Dance Instructor­s, Amy Seesequasi­s and Angel Proper to learn Traditiona­l Métis Jigging. Learn the history of the Métis Jig, The Red River Jig and Le Danse du Chrochete and the dance steps. There is no prior dance experience necessary. Everyone is welcome to attend. This program will take place at the Colonel Clifton Centre but space is limited so please call the Swift Current Branch Library to register. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n and to register, call the library at 306-778-2752. This program is free.

March 14, 21 & 28-Swift Current

The Swift Current Branch Library is excited to be starting up our Maker Kid’s Space program again, Mondays at 4 pm. This is a hands-on opportunit­y for kids ages 9-12 to tinker and explore. Join us to explore STEM topics like building a computer, Snap Circuits, Little Bits, Sphero robots, and much more! Please register for this program, as space is limited. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 15, 22 & 29-Swift Current

The Bridge & Whist Group will meet at the Swift Current Branch Library; Tuesdays at 1 pm. Enjoy a lively game of cards and great conversati­on! Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n call the library at 306-778-2752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 15, 22 & 29-Swift Current

Join the Swift Current Branch Library for S.T.E.M. Storytime on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. This weekly program is an interactiv­e Literacy and S.T.E.M (Science, Technology, Engineerin­g and Math) family program. Children ages 3 and up can join Cori and Tekeyla for a picture book story, some rhymes and songs and a S.T.E.M related activity. This will be a sharing, learning and discoverin­g time for curious families. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 16, 23 & 30-Swift Current

Learn to play Mahjong at the Swift Current Branch Library every Wednesday morning at 10:15 am. The game is played with a set of 144 tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols and is very similar to the card game rummy. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 17, 24 & 31-Swift Current

Parents! Join the Swift Current Branch Library, Thursday mornings at 10:30 am for Baby Steps and Tot Time. At Baby Steps, parents and their children age 18 months and under play finger rhymes, listen to stories and sing songs. At Tot Time, children ages 18 months to 5 years will enjoy stories and activities. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 17, 24 & 31-Swift Current

The Swift Current Branch Library Cribbage Group will be meeting Thursdays at 1:30 pm. Whether you have played before or are new to the game, come join us. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 16-Swift Current

For all you stitching enthusiast­s! The Stitch by Stitch Knit & Crochet Group is meeting at the Swift Current Branch Library on Wednesdays, March 2 & 16 at 1 pm. Drop in with your favourite handwork. Get new ideas, help with a project or just enjoy a chat. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-7782752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 16-Swift Current

Join the Swift Current Branch Library Book Club on Wednesday, March 16 at 4 pm to discuss Sparks Like Stars by Nadia Hashimi. Everyone is welcome! Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-778-2752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 19-Swift Current

Royal Canadian Legion CNIB Crib Tournament starts at 12:30 p.m. with $5 a person register by March 18: lounge: 306-773-8450; office at 306-773-2766. Lunch will be available. Everyone is welcome.

March 19-Swift Current

Parents! Join Family Fun Day: 3D Designing for Kids at the Swift Current Branch Library Saturday, March 19 at 1 pm. Learn to make your own 3D design. This program is for ages 6 - 12. Adult must accompany children. Registrati­on is required. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n and to register, call the library at 306-778-2752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

March 28-Swift Current

Parents! We will be restarting Indigenous Story Circle on Monday, March 28 at 6:30 pm. Enjoy Indigenous themed stories, rhymes and crafts with other families. Sask. Health Mandates will be followed. For more informatio­n, call the library at 306-778-2752 or check out the events calendar at swiftcurre­ntlibrary.ca. This program is FREE!

July 22-23, 2023-Hilda

An organizing committee has been formed to host celebratio­n for Hilda’s centennial celebratio­ns.

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