Community Calendar
• Alberta:
Alberta 55 Plus in conjunction with Brooks-Newell County is hosting the Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games in Brooks-Newell County from August 17-20, 2023. For more information on events and locations, please visit the Alberta 55 Plus website at www.alberta55plus.ca. Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street: Secondhand Treasures rooms will be open during Pancake Breakfast and on Tuesdays and Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Swift Current: Southwest Homes
Southwest Homes is a non profit agency providing services and support to individuals with disabilities and empowering them to achieve their goals and be valued members of the community. We are recruiting new members for our Board of Directors. If you want to a make a difference in our community and would like more information please call one of our current board members: Sue Johnston (306-741-9235); Robert Chapman (306774-6804); or Peggy Drinkle (306-750-1945). • Swift Current Ladies Line Dance Club:
Beginning September 6, the regular dance will be held every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:15 to 10:15. The Novice class is Wednesday morning from 10:30 to 11:30. Dance is held at the Legion Hall, upper floor. For more information text Tracy at (306) 741-7274.
New hours for the Swift Current Library are: Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
BINGO
Swift Current Royal Canadian Legion; Every Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Doors Open at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome!
TUESDAY DINNER
Swift Current Royal Canadian Legion; Every Tuesday at noon. Tickets sold from 11 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. only. Everyone welcome!
May
Regular Adult Programs:
Bridge & Whist - Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
Mahjong - Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Scrabble – Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
Stitch By Stitch - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 1 pm Book Club – Wednesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. This month’s book is: The Lamplighters by Emma Stonex Cribbage – Thursdays at 1:30 pm
Prairie Quills Writers Group- Tuesday, May 23 at 7 pm
Childrens’ Programs:
LEGO Club- Wednesdays, May 10, & 17 at 4 p.m. STEAM Club – Mondays, May 8, 15 & 29 at 4 p.m. (please register)
Special Programs: Kids:
Garden Storytime Adventures – Thursday, May 25 at 10 a.m. Family Workshop: Start Your Own Worm Composting – Thursday, May 25 at 6 p.m. Registration required in person at the library. Recovery fee or provide your own container. Contact the library for more information at 306-778-2752. Annual Garden in a Box- Saturday, May 27 at 1 p.m. Registration required.
Adult:
Make Your Own Terrarium - Wednesday, May 24 at 6:30 p.m. (Please register)
The CRA PRESENTS: Newcomers – What to Apply For & How to Do It - Wednesday, May 24 at 2 p.m.
Online Safety: Becoming Aware of the Dangers – Tuesday, May 9 at 3 pm & Thurs. May 11 at 6:30 p.m. (Please register) Keeping In Touch From a Distance – Tuesday, May 16 at 3 p.m. & Thursday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. (Please register). Secondhand Treasures rooms will be open during Pancake Breakfast and on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street.
Calendar
May 7-Shaughnessy
Sunday is our 1st of 2 monthly Jam Sessions, Jam starts at 1 p.m. at the Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street.
May 17 -Swift Current
Write Out Loud 630 pm $8 Admission Leona Theis.
May 20 – Swift Current
Good Tyme Dance Club are hosting their monthly dance on May 20 with Harry startup from Moose Jaw providing the music at the Eagle’s Hall, 1910 South Service Road West, Swift Current. Everyone is welcome to join us for polkas, jiving, 2 stepping, etc. from 8 – 11 p.m. for $20 per person. Cash bar, coffee and light lunch served.
May 21-Shaughnessy
Sunday is our 2nd Jam Session, Jam starts at 1 p.m. at the Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street. For info on these events call Dorothy at 403-381-3589.
May 27-Shaughnessy
Saturday is our monthly Pancake Breakfast (cost $5) from 8-11 a.m. at the Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street.
May 27-Swift Current
Join the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's, register at www.walkforalzheimers.ca Registration is at noon and the walk is at 1 p.m. It takes place at the Swift Current Comp. High School Outdoor Track (1101 11 Ave NE). It's easy to register and start fundraising. For more information call 1-800-263-3367.
May 27-Stirling
Stirling Community Garage Sale, Saturday, May 27 - Starting at 9 a.m. follow the Balloon trail. Maps at every garage sale. Toys to tools, furniture to crafts... We have it all! Sponsored by the Stirling Historical Society.
May 29-Swift Current
Spring Tea at 2 p.m. at St Olaf Lutheran Church (665 Central Ave North). Entertainment is “Saved by Grace”. Donations of cash or non-perishable food for The Salvation Army. Please come and join us!
May 31-June 3-Shaughnessy
8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily playground assembly volunteers welcome at the Shaughnessy Community Hall 133-3rd Street. Please register prior if possible with a board member. Must be over 18 years old due to Insurance policy.
June 17 – Swift Current
Len Gadica from Melville is providing the music for the Good Tyme Club’s dance on Saturday, June 17 at the Eagle’s Hall, 1910 South Service Road West, Swift Current. Join us for an evening of good music for dancing and listening from 8 – 11 p.m. Only $20 per person. Cash bar, coffee and light lunch.
July 22 – Swift Current
Judy & Malcolm McConnell of Wiseton are providing the music for Good Tyme Club’s dance on Saturday, July 22 at the Eagle’s Hall, 1910 South Service Road West, Swift Current. Be sure to join us from 8 -11 pm to hear this couple who are “new” to our club. They have great music! $20 per person. Cash bar, coffee and light lunch served.
July 22-23-Hilda
Attention all Hilda and community friends/residents/ former residents: The Hilda Centennial Celebration is set for July 22 and 23, 2023. Find us on Facebook at Hilda Centennial 2023 or email: hildacentennial@gmail.com For phone 403-548-4869 or 403-838-2510 to pre-register. Preregistration would GREATLY help us estimate attendance and preparations needed! Registration forms, costs and e-transfer information will be available in January. Please share this information with others you know who may be interested in attending this 100th anniversary celebration!