Nutrien Children’s Discovery Museum
Finish Live Event
October 12, 13, 14, 2018
Market Mall
Pop-up museum by the food court. Admission by donation.
Friday, October 12, 9:00 – 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 13 & Sunday, October 14, 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Your donation could put us over the finish line!
The Nutrien Children’s Discover Museum will open in Spring 2019 in the fully re-purpsoed Mendel Building.
Every October, artists all over the world take on the Inktober Drawing Challenge by doing one ink drawing a day for the entire month and posting those drawings to social media with the hashtags #inktober and #inktober2018.
Jake Parker created Inktober in 2009 as a challenge to improve his inking skills and develop positive drawing habits. It has since grown into a worldwide endeavor with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year.
READ Saskatoon hosts a six part series of financial literacy workshops to adults, providing solid financial literacy information to help make informed financial decisions.
The 12-hour program is based on the Momentum Money Management Training, the Canadian Centre for Financial Literacy Training materials, and resources provided by financial experts in our community. The workshop series includes:
WED. SEPT. 12, 2018 – Asset Building: Participants will explore their five asset areas by recognizing and valuing their various assets and identifying areas they need to strengthen to build a more sustainable and stable livelihood.
WED. SEPT 19, 2018 – Banking: Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of banking and the basic tools and guiding principles to assist them with their banking experiences.
Wed. SEPT. 26, 2018 – Budgeting: Participants will experience a number of hands-on activities designed to build knowledge of the value and process of budgeting. Each participant will develop or revisit their budget, based on their unique financial needs, wants and circumstances.
WED. OCT. 3, 2018 – RESP: This workshop explores the benefits of investing in a child’s educational future. Learn how you save with the Canada Learning Bond and the Canada Education Savings Grant.
WED. OCT. 10, 2018 – Credit/Debt repayment: This customized workshop explores the importance of building good credit, how to avoid credit crisis, debt repayment strategies and how to repair credit history.
WED. OCT. 17, 2018 – Consumerism: Participants will gain awareness about consumerism, advertising and its effects through hands on activities and discussion.
6:00 – 8:00 PM
READ Saskatoon offices, #2 – 706 Duchess Street
Register by calling READ Saskatoon at 306-652-5448 on on the website https://www.readsaskatoon.com/events.html
Yorkton Film Festival
presents
Howland’s Honey
Monday October 1, 2018, 7:30 PM
Location: Grace Westminster United Church, 505 – 10th Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0E3
An in-depth look at how the owners of Howland’s Honey near Canora, SK go about running a buzzing bee business. Sarah Wood, PhD Student in the College of Veterinary Medicine, will talk about the importance of bees to the environment.
Everyone is welcome. Presented free of charge.
PAIN: RELIEF IS WITHIN REACH
FREE Arthritis Symposium with Webcast and Resource Fair
Chronic pain is a reality for millions of Canadians living with arthritis – but there are ways to manage your pain and preserve your quality of life. This interactive, three-city live event is hosted by the Arthritis Society with access to experts in the field increase your understanding of chronic pain and how to keep it from taking control of your life.
Seats are limited – register today at arthritis.ca/prairiesymposium or call 1-800-321-1433
DATE: Sat. Nov. 3, 2018, 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
LOCATION: Radisson Hotel, 405 – 20 Street, SASKATOON
SPEAKERS: Live In Saskatoon: Trevor Donald, Saskatoon Physiotherapist
Via webcast from Edmonton: Dr. Sana-Ara Ahmed, Anesthesiologist, Chronic Pain & Cannabinoid Medicine
Via webcast from Winnipeg: Dr. Hani El-Gabalawy, Rheumatologist & Arthritis Researcher
COST: FREE! Includes lunch
Learn about
– Pain research & management
– Cutting edge treatments
– Finding information & support
– The importance of lifestyle choices
Can’t attend in person? Register for the two-hour WEBCAST
CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE TOURS DURING GLOBAL BIOTECH WEEK
September 24, 2018 – September 28, 2018
Venue: Canadian Light Source
Address: 44 Innovation Boulevard
City: Saskatoon, SK S7N 2V3
Time: 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Admission: Free
Recurrence: Recurring every week day
Free 1-hour tours are offered at 2:30 and 7:00 p.m. From cutting-edge plant imaging to mine remediation, and studying everything from cancer to new fertilizers, this tour will introduce you to today’s big biotech research questions being explored at Canada’s only synchrotron!
October 4, 7PM, Amigos Cantina
What is your WILDEST dream for Saskatoon? Join us for a night of ‘lightning talks’, celebration and fun, as we begin planning for NatureCity Festival 2019.
Join us in the back room at Amigo’s Cantina (806 Dufferin Ave) at 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 4 for an evening of music, snacks, good company and inspired conversation. This event is free, and drinks will be available for purchase.
Find more information HERE.
p.s. If you want to get involved in the Festival but can’t come out on Thursday, please shoot us an email. There are lots of opportunities for volunteers, and we’d love to have you join us.
NOTE: The regular VVCA Board Meeting, originally scheduled for Wednesday September 19, has been changed to the following week, Wednesday September 26, 2018.
Time and location remain the same: Brunskill School, 101 Wiggins Avenue, Library, 7:00 PM.
The public is always more than welcome to attend.
Mental health is everyone’s concern. If you are a caregiver for a loved one, you may experience stress in your life. In this workshop offered by the Saskatoon Council on Aging, you will learn the impacts of stress, practice tips and techniques to manage stress and receive resources and options to use on a daily basis. Refreshments will be served.
Also Forever…in motion exercises and group discussions.
Presenter: Chalaine Senger, Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Canadian Mental Health Association
Friday, September 21, 2018 – 1 pm to 3 pm
Meeting Room #3 Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Drive
Cost: $10 Phone 306-652-2255 to register.
PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING
Date:Thursday, September 13, 2018
Start time: 7:00 PM
Location: Brunskill School – 101 Wiggins Avenue (Small Gymnasium)
Re: 1006 College Drive & 421 Clarence Avenue North Proposed Official Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning
Applicant: North Prairie Developments
The City of Saskatoon has received applications from North Prairie Developments to amend the Official Community Plan and rezone 1006 College Drive and 421 Clarence Avenue North in the Varsity View neighbourhood (the vacant property adjacent to the intersection of College Drive and Clarence Avenue North).
The purpose of these applications is to facilitate the development of a multiple-unit residential building at this location consisting of:
– 12 floors above grade with approximately 170 residential units; and
– 4 parking levels below grade with approximately 230 parking spaces.
These applications require approval from City Council.
The purpose of this meeting is to provide neighbouring residents the opportunity to learn details of the applicant’s proposal and the rezoning process, and to gather public input on this matter.
Representatives of the City of Saskatoon and North Prairie Developments will each make a presentation, followed by a question and answer session.
NUIT BLANCHE FESTIVAL
Nuit Blanche, Saskatoon’s free, all-ages, nighttime art festival, is happening on Saturday, September 29th, 2018, from 7pm until 1am. This year’s festival will feature projects in the Broadway, Riverlanding and Downtown areas. Join us for a night of art and shopping, as numerous local businesses will be staying open. Come out and see Saskatoon in a new light!
WORD ON THE STREET FESTIVAL
On Sunday, September 16th, 2018, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, Broadway Avenue, celebrate the magic of reading at the annual Word on the Street Festival in Saskatoon! Participate in numerous author readings, discussions and activities, and shop in a vibrant Exhibitor Marketplace. Choose to eat al fresco from selections by our outdoor food vendors, or enjoy one of the many fine restaurants on Broadway. There’s plenty to see and do for the entire family!
2018-19 VARSITY VIEW Basketball Registration
Season length: October- Late February/ Late March (Depending on Age Group)
Age Groups:
Dunkaroo’s Basketball: is a development program based on the sport of basketball for boys and girls (co-ed) who are in GRADE ONE OR GRADE TWO. The players have one hour a week for 12 to 14 weeks in developing basketball skills in a fun atmosphere. REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM IS NOT FOUND HERE. Please go to www.smba.ca to register online.
Spuds Basketball: is a game based on the sport of basketball for boys and girls (co-ed) who are under ten years of age as of December 31 of the season in play (OR IN GRADE FOUR OR LOWER). The teams play cross court and the coaches referee their own games.
Mini Basketball: is a game based on the sport of basketball for boys and girls who are under 12 years of age as of December 31 of the season in play (OR IN GRADE FIVE OR SIX). The teams play cross court and referees are provided. Mini A Pool teams play full court.
Bantam Basketball: is a game based on the sport of basketball for boys and girls who are under 14 years of age as of December 31 of the season in play (OR IN GRADE SEVEN OR EIGHT). No player in high school can play bantam ball. Teams play full court and referees are provided.
Games will be played on Saturdays and practices will be once per week and will be scheduled by coaches at a later date.
If cost is a barrier for you to register your child/children, you are encouraged to apply for funding from Kidsport. Please click on the link below for the application form.
http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/saskatchewan/saskatoon/apply-for-assistance
If there is no way for you to pay via credit card on this site, please email the VVCA basketball co-ordinator Jason Kovitch at: thekovitchs@gmail.com.
***IMPORTANT NOTE ON JERSEYS FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON***
THIS SEASON ALL PLAYERS MUST PURCHASE A REVERSIBLE SMBA JERSEY. JERSEYS CAN BE ORDERED HERE:https://smbagear.itemorder.com/sale
PLEASE NOTE THE DEADLINE FOR ORDERING FOR THE START OF THE SEASON IS SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2018. ONCE REGISTRATION IS COMPLETE THE BASKETBALL COORDINATOR WILL CONFIRM YOUR JERSEY NUMBER. IF YOU HAVE A JERSEY FROM LAST YEAR AND PLAN TO USE IT AGAIN THIS YEAR, DENOTE THE NUMBER IN THE JERSEY NUMBER FIELD.
Terms & Conditions
Note that a community association membership is required for registering in basketball. Please purchase either a $10.00 (plus credit card fees) single member membership or a $20.00 family membership (plus credit card fees) prior to registering for a basketball program.
***Online registration available until Wednesday, September 12th @ 10 pm***
SEASON LENGTH (all leagues): October 21 to mid-March
KINDER Soccer (born 2015 or 2016)
1 session per week (night & time TBD, led by volunteer VVCA parents)
All sessions held at Brunskill School gym
UNDER-5 (born 2014 only) – COED
3 vs 3 format; no goaltenders
1 regular game per week (night – TBD).
10 weeknight games in elementary school gyms plus 5 turf games at SaskTel Sports Centre (one Sunday per month)
Practices: TBD (at discretion of coach)
UNDER-7 (born 2012 & 2013) – COED
4 vs 4 format, includes goalkeeper
All games played on Sundays (various times)
10 games at Henk Ruys Soccer Centre plus 5 turf games at SaskTel Sports Centre
Practices: TBD (at discretion of coach)
UNDER-9 (born 2010 & 2011) – BOYS/GIRLS/COED
5 vs 5 format, includes goalkeeper
All games played on Sundays
10 games at Henk Ruys Soccer Centre plus 5 turf games at SaskTel Sports Centre
Practices: TBD (at discretion of coach)
NOTES:
Varsity View Community Association only registers players in the age categories listed above. If you are interested in an UNDER-11 program (or higher) please go to: http://www.eastsidesoccer.ca/
If cost is a barrier for you to register your child/children, you are encouraged to apply for funding from Kidsport. Please click on the link below for the application form:
http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/saskatchewan/saskatoon/apply-for-assistance/
Application deadline for Kidsport funding is Friday, September 28th. You may email the VVCA soccer coordinator at niranharrison@gmail.com if you have any financial assistance inquiries.
If there is no way for you to pay via credit card on the Piratic registration site, please email the VVCA soccer coordinator Niran Harrison at: niranharrison@gmail.com
The Lennox Feel The Love program is here to lend a helping hand to people in our community who have lost their job, are struggling veterans, disabled, ill, elderly, or on a limited income. Although someone in this position may own a home, they cannot always afford to replace old, HVAC equipment.
Feel The Love is a program designed to help alleviate that issue. Through the program, Lennox donates a free, high-efficiency, natural gas furnace, installed for free by a local contractor. Since the program began in 2009, Lennox has supplied over 850 furnaces for deserving families throughout the U.S. and Canada!
Pro Service Mechanical Ltd. is a proud participant of this program. They are currently searching for homeowner nominations and could use your help to bring awareness to the program. Anyone can nominate a household in need by simply completing a nomination form at FeelTheLove.com.
Nominations must be received by SEPTEMBER 5, and the furnace will be installed the first Saturday in OCTOBER 10/6/18.
Again, Lennox provides the furnace free of charge, and Pro Service Mechanical Ltd. will donate all the time and materials associated with the installation. This is a true community service. That’s why our motto has always been, “Neighbours Helping Neighbours.”