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The Legend: Land of Gophers a rural fantasy It has been said, “The imagination is one of the unique and important aspects of being human and fantasy is a product of the imagination.”

When I was a young teenage boy growing up on the windswept Saskatchewan prairie Gary Storey I had a great imagination. I had no siblings and few playmates so my constant companion was my wild imagination and of course my dog. As I grew up the realities of life reduced the time I had for fantasy but I never forgot what it was like

to imagine. So when I decided that I wanted to write something for my teenage grandchildren that would take their minds away from iPads, iPods, iPhones, and things like Xbox and PlayStation that I feared were crowding out their ability to have imagination and fantasy, I discovered that my ability to fantasize and imagine had not left me.

In my novel The Legend: Land of Gophers I invented the character Billy Joe, like me, an only child who, as he says, has a great imagination. Billy Joe when he turns 14 is given the family .22 rifle and like his father and grandfather is expected to hunt gophers that are overrunning the family pasture. But Billy Joe really does

not like shooting gophers, and one day while out in the pasture with his dog George he decides not to shoot gophers any more as he has developed a sympathy and respect for them, and he starts to imagine them having a community much like his own.

As he lay there in the pasture he began to picture himself as a young teenage gopher like himself with lots of energy and zest for life.

He would be Golan the teenage gopher, with a father and mother, and a sister, a girlfriend Phero, their teenage friends, the colony’s leader the Gofmayor and many others.

Because the colony is facing starvation the story is about the colony’s trek to find the mythical Land

of Gophers, based on a long standing legend among gopher colonies that somewhere far to the west there is this place where gophers live in harmony and peace with always-abundant food. In this trek the gophers face hardship, storms and enemies — coyotes, hawks, foxes, cats and dogs. But other animals actually help them — beavers, ground owls, antelopes, porcupines and even a rat.

The Legend: Land of Gophers is currently available at McNally Robinson Bookstore in Saskatoon.

The story is in the tradition of the novel Watership Down, although it was not modelled on Richard Adam’s 1972 best selling English novel.

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Fashion — 20 Aspiring fashion designer Sage Wosminity went to New York for her back-to-school outfit OUTSIDE THE LINES — 21 Each week Stephanie McKay creates a timely illustration meant to please children of all ages GARDENING — 22 What to grow in spots with little sunlight or moisture WINE — 23 Baco noir punches above its weight class

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The event featured 11 bands over three days starting with headliner April Wine on Friday night and concluding Sunday night with Trooper.

Carole Pope and Rough Trade were a late deletion, replaced by Prism as Sunday’s opener. For the second year in a row, the event sold out in advance.

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Pitching in when disaster strikes

Dave Kyba works for the Saskatchewan Red Cross in disaster management, but started in 2011 as a volunteer at the suggestion of a friend.

By Paige Kreutzwieser With her head hung low, a look of embarrassment on her face, an elderly woman found it difficult to admit she needed help.

It was the summer of 2011, and the destructive floods in southern Saskatchewan had wiped her house away.

Dave Kyba had only started volunteering for the Red Cross that March, but the woman’s story stuck in his mind.

The woman walked into a Red Cross recovery centre set up in the southeast corner of the province. Kyba recalled the heartbreak.

“She and her husband had scrimped and saved their entire lives to build a modest home for their retirement years, and within days it was gone, washed away.

“So, if you can imagine, just working so hard for something and then just seeing it all disappear almost instantly.”

That summer was pivotal for Kyba. It had crystallized in his mind; the humanitarian organization he worked for did make an impact in people’s lives. They help to rebuild the fabric of communities.

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the deepest deep, that dark despair, to a brighter day,” he said.

“It really is the people that you serve that come to you and say, ‘Thanks.’ And it’s as very simple as that.”

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As you walk into the Red Cross in Regina, signed greeting cards fill the front desk. A handwritten letter of appreciation and gratitude is taped down to read as you enter. Beside it, a colourful crayon drawing reads “Thank you.”

In a storage room, papers are piled in thick stacks on top of tables. There are so many of

these evacuee registration papers that a number of piles have formed on the carpet as well.

All these items put into perspective how one disaster can affect thousands.

The Canadian Red Cross is an organization that works to improve the lives of vulnerable people. Humanitarian values are advocated through the efforts of volunteers. At a time of disaster, the Red Cross steps in to aid those who are in need and displaced.

Kyba works for the Saskatchewan Red Cross in disaster management. He started as a volunteer, which follows the trend for most of the organization’s employees.

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He was introduced to the Red Cross in 2011 through a friend. Kyba had worked in government and has the skill of exceptional organization. She suggested he help with grant writing.

Only a few months later, disaster would strike the province.

“I was pretty much caught up with the volunteer work I had been doing with her when our logistics lead at the time said, ‘Do you mind coming over and helping me?’ ” he said.

Kyba’s role included movement of material resources, such as flood cleanup kits, and human resources, such as volunteers.

By 2013, Kyba had worked his way up in the Red Cross to disaster management, planning and response. He continued this role — with an added focus as a provincial lead — through the wildfires that swept northern Saskatchewan this year.

Kim MacLean worked alongside Kyba during the fires as director of disaster management for Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

“You are always planning, you are always thinking what the next potential situation might be,” said MacLean. “I always say working in disaster management has ruined the weather for me,” she said, laughing.

Kyba agreed.

“Personally, every time I step outside, I look at the sky, it’s almost automatic.”

Disaster management with the Red Cross is

complex, but can be broken into two phases: Preparedness and response.

Being prepared means having a plan, Kyba explained, and raising awareness on an individual, municipal or provincial level. Working alongside government partners, Kyba finds ways to prepare essential needs for when a disaster hits.

The second phase — response — is when the Red Cross mobilizes its teams of volunteers and staff and, “running as quickly as you can, ramping up and responding,” said Kyba.

Cindy Fuchs, provincial director for the Red Cross, manages Kyba and MacLean. The trio were the main leaders during the wildfire response this summer.

“No one person can do that alone without having someone to talk to and bounce things off,” said Fuchs.

Among a myriad of responsibilities, Kyba’s biggest role was to ensure all shelter operations in the province were running smoothly.

“Government would make the first call to him and say, ‘We are evacuating so many people and they are going to this community,’ ” said Fuchs.

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The gratitude of the clients who come to you on a one-on-one basis and look you in the eye and tell you that you’ve made a little bit of difference. I think that is gratitude enough. — Kyba

“When the phone rings at 11 p.m., and there is a community being evacuated, you know life goes on and (your family) continues to do what may have been planned, just without me,” he said.

It was the beginning of what is considered one of Saskatchewan’s worst disasters. As intense forest fires swept across the northern parts of the province, thousands of residents were displaced from their homes.

“You don’t really realize the size or scope of something until you look up and hear the reports and realize, the media coverage for example, that this was as huge as it was,” said Kyba.

Around the peak of the fires, government officials said more than 50 communities were affected. On July 7, officials reported an approximate total of 576 wildfires that covered 10 times the area of an average year.

In a typical response year, the Saskatchewan Red Cross has supplies to house 2,000 people. By July, the organization was supporting just over 10,000 evacuees.

For close to a month, Kyba was overseeing more than 300 volunteers at one time in seven locations.

“That’s a fairly large operation,” said Fuchs, who has been with the organization for 31 years. “Not only seven different locations, but seven shelters, people in hotels and people living with friends and family.”

During the response, Kyba worked for 15, 16 or 17 hours some days. However, this didn’t deter Kyba’s passion.

“I never really felt that I was simply going to walk away from it. There are people in need and you just keep going,” he said.

Tough decisions and phone calls were endless during that time, said Fuchs. This made office time a priority for the trio.

“But, you can’t make a decision sitting in an office without knowing what’s really happening in the community,” said Fuchs.

For Kyba, “It’s also about lending an ear and just spending time with people after they experience something so traumatic,” he said.

That meant occasional visits to evacuation centres. Kyba explained the temptation involved.

“It is very easy to start doing stuff on the floor, and I’m very much, well if something needs to get done, we simply roll up our sleeves,” he said.

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Dave Kyba at the Red Cross office in Regina with one of the thank-you card given to the humanitarian organization from a grateful recipient. Bridges Photo by BRYAN SCHLOSSER

Kyba grew up in Canora. He started to realize at a young age the array of injustices people face in the world. It hit home when he was in his high school years.

“We had a teacher that was being let go,” said Kyba. “He really was a wonderful teacher,

someone we all admired as students and had a lot of school spirit. So, actually a group of five of us started a student strike and marched down Main Street, Canora.”

Kyba’s sense of fairness and justice made him feel this situation wasn’t being handled the right way.

“So, there was a little political rebel in me at the time,” he said, with a subtle smile.

Kyba still thinks that way today.

Although he has matured from the demonstrator he once was, Kyba doesn’t necessarily think in traditional terms. This is what colleague MacLean says is one of his greatest attributes.

“We always say what we do in response in Red Cross, we are problem solvers,” she said.

“We have to find a solution and it’s about being creative in finding those solutions. And (Dave) is very good at that.”

Fuchs agreed.

“You have to make decisions very quickly, as it affects other people,” said Fuchs. “Whether you are confident totally on the inside or not, you have to portray that you are and you know what you are doing. And (Dave) is good at that, he is really good.”

One anecdote highlighting Kyba’s creativity comes from his role in 2013 working in High River, Alta. It was a state of emergency as disastrous floods overwhelmed the province.

He briefly helped as recovery manager for High River’s recovery centre. Kyba wanted to help some women who had run hairstyling services out of their basements. After the floods destroyed their equipment, Kyba insisted a different form of support from the traditional Red Cross services.

“There was a creative way here that we can maybe get them back on their feet and to help them get that flow of income back,” he said.

So, rather than supporting them with the regular food and shelter support, Kyba took the opportunity to buy them the equipment needed to set up again.

“I think that’s what really appeals to me, is you’ve got parameters that you work within, but there is all sorts of wiggle room or creativity that you can use to assist people,” Kyba said.

Besides creativity, Kyba brought to the Red Cross prior government experience, a passion for organization and excellent relationship building skills. As well, a sense of humour.

Fuchs said he finds humour in the toughest of situations, which fits well into the Red Cross work environment. Fuchs admitted that although some of Kyba’s jokes are “corny,” he uses a dry sense of humour in his daily work that makes him amusing and charming to work with in stressful times.

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Dave Kyba in a storage room at the Red Cross office, where a multitude of evacuee registration papers are piled up on the tables and carpet. BRIDGES PHOTO BY BRYAN SCHLOSSER

“We really rely on a good sense of humour,” said Kyba. “It’s really important to serve people and to assist them, but it’s important to also keep it all in perspective and to be optimistic that people will rebuild.”

In an organization that also focuses on neutrality, humanity and impartiality, Kyba’s character suits the job precisely.

“I grew up in a household that was very aware of the world around you,” he said. “I think that trait or characteristic has stuck with me throughout the years.”

Although he grew up in the Prairies, Kyba doesn’t credit his way of thinking exclusively to Saskatchewan. He sees it more in terms of community.

“I think there is something that carries forward within our collective psyche that says we are here to help each other,” he said.

“We are strong, we are resilient, we are independent and we like to be that way. But there are times when we do need to lean on each other every now and then.”

This is something Kyba admires about the Red Cross.

“It really truly is from your very small town Saskatchewan local volunteer who assists with perhaps a house fire ... to something much larger which we experienced this summer.”

Admitting it sounds a little cliche, Kyba said the volunteers are the backbone of the Red Cross community.

“That vast network of volunteers makes it all work.”

This was obvious during the recent provincial response.

Alongside government, corporate and volunteer partners, Red Cross organizers were able to plan events for evacuees such as swimming, a Roughrider football game, cultural entertainment and even a carnival.

He recalled a story from a child displaced in Regina.

At the time, flames were reaching their home community in the north. Instead of dwelling on the negative, the child was only focused on going swimming that day, said Kyba, “and just really focused on living in the moment.”

That is why Kyba takes pride in his work. He is helping bring positivity into a negative situation. But he doesn’t do it for the corporate handshakes.

“The gratitude of the clients who come to you on a one-on-one basis and look you in the eye and tell you that you’ve made a little bit of difference,” he said, “I think that is gratitude enough.”

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But, the scope of disaster management is sometimes hard to put into perspective.

“When you’re in the midst of it, and really focused on the operations and you have a general sense that (a disaster) is big, until you kind of realize the enormity of it all,” Kyba said.

And rebuilding the fabric of a community is no easy task.

This was especially prominent in the damage of the 2011 floods, “when you realize it’s more than just a collection of houses,” he said.

Kyba recalled a time when his family visited the southeastern Saskatchewan village of Roche Percee. They were taking part in an extensive horseback trail ride.

“To be there when it was at its peak in hosting this large event, and having fond memories of being there with my family,” he said, “and then, coming back just a year or two later and seeing it completely devastated.

“Complete homes washed down, because it was in a valley, and it was completely destroyed and to see that just resonated with me.”

However, Kyba’s experiences with the Red Cross have taught him people across the province, and entire country, are resilient.

“Just having that drive, that spark to rebuild. That nothing is going to hold us back, even mother nature herself,” he said.

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On July 31, Kyba left work behind for a well deserved vacation.

For him, local surroundings hold high value.

“We just really wanted to instil that sense of where you live and what those hidden treasures might be for our children’s sake,” he said.

When he gets back to work, Kyba will focus on computerizing the Red Cross’s database. However, there is no doubt Kyba will be ready to get back into the tangible and hands-on features of his job.

“I’m really pleased with my position here at the Red Cross, and I feel it’s very rewarding when you can see the actual difference made in people’s lives.”

Kyba added, “It’s important to spend the time to listen to people, and let them tell their story, their experience.”

However, the most important item on the agenda when he returns: “I owe my wife an anniversary weekend, no question.”

A view from a boat of a flooded home in the village of Roche Percee on June 22, 2011. Roche Percee is located approx. 20 kilometres south east of Estevan.

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How to be ready for an emergency Henry Dunant, founder of the Red Cross, recognized the need for neutrality in times of conflict.

Regardless of what side you were on, there’s a necessity for a humanitarian organization to help those who are in vulnerable circumstances. This one of the seven fundamental principles of the global Red Cross organization.

“We simply view the need rather than who is behind the name,” said Dave Kyba.

Other principles include humanity, independence, impartiality, voluntary service, universality and unity.

The Canadian Red Cross supports individuals, communities, provinces and the nation with material resources in time of need. With natural disasters are on the rise, it is important that people are prepared in times of crisis. Kyba admitted it is a continual struggle for the Red Cross to be ready for the increase in disasters.

“It’s really from coast to coast, whether it’s the Lac-Megantic in Quebec, or the ice storms down east, Montreal, you know there is always going to be a need for those human resources to help out,” he said.

One way you can help is to have a plan with your family. Kyba said being prepared is an important step in disaster management. Here are some ways your family can stay prepared.

Have an emergency kit

This can include basic household items you may need in an emergency situation. Some key items include water, first aid kit, non-perishable food, cash, keys and important family documents. The Red Cross suggests you have enough supplies to sustain you and your family for 72 hours.

Know the risks

It is important to know your surroundings. Find out the risks that are present in your community such as fire hazards and weather conditions. Make sure you and your family know how to be ready for when they happen.

Make a plan

In terms of preparedness, having a plan is essential. From a small-level disaster to a large-scale event, make sure you have a plan with your family.

The Red Cross has some tips to stay prepared.

First, make sure everyone can locate the emergency kit and water supply. Also, establish a safe place to meet in the event family members separate.

You can also include a plan for evacuating your pets. Finally, practise the evacuation plan so you are ready to go when a disaster hits.

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by Hilary Klassen of sP sPecial Projects Saskatoon’s inaugural Nuit Blanche festival in 2014 was so successful, it’s back to transform the streets of Riversdale again this fall. The event brings art into the public sphere, inviting the street “audience” to engage with dynamic art forms such as light, sound, movement and other media.

“We didn’t know what to expect the first time we put it on, and we were all a little bit surprised at how well everything was received by the community,” says board chair Sam Lock. What he found most amazing was how the audience interacted and engaged with the artwork, which was the whole intention. While Nuit Blanche will present many new artists this year, the expectation is to keep that exceptional vibe.

“Rather than having a static piece of art that you might associate with a gallery, we try to have things where peo-

ple can come right up, and maybe they can touch it, maybe then can actually influence what the piece is doing,” says Lock. “That degree of engagement makes art attractive to a demographic that may not typically experience that type of art.”

Dance, theatre, music, poetry and art installations will take over more territory this year – on 20th Street from Idylwlyd to Avenue G, as well as Avenue A. “The moving audience becomes part of the artwork in a way,” says Lock.

Returning artists, AcroYoga Saskatoon and their dance troupe partners Dance Inc. (known jointly as Partners in Flight) will be performing again this year. “It was a very popular successful show last year, one of the more grand performative pieces,” says Lock.

A partnership with the Canadian Light Source, which operates the synchrotron at the University of Saskatchewan will bring an exciting display that replicates and

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Free Flow Dance Company performs at Nuit Blanche 2014.

explains the function of the synchrotron.

Nuit Blanche is a free festival thanks to a lot of great partners. Nuit Blanche has made a commitment to provide financial support to their artists. “As Nuit Blanche we identify the importance of those who do art for a living; professional artists. One of the things we endeavor to do is to pay all of our artists a proper artist fee,” says Lock. “That’s not to say that there aren’t amateur groups or different types of people, whether they be architects or engineers or scientists that put together installations for the event. But we make sure that we’re supporting the

arts community through the event.”

Art grants from The Saskatchewan Arts Board and the Community Initiatives Fund, as well as corporate sponsorship from Potash Corp, Tourism Saskatoon, SaskEnergy, Cameco and a number of smaller business within the geographic area, provide much needed support.

Nuit Blanche festivals across Canada and around the world bring art to the people. Engage with art from Saskatoon and beyond in a safe and fun environment on Sept.

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THE ODD COUPLE DRIFT VISTA LOUNGE TOMATO PAD THAI

MEDITERRANEAN CAESAR

A delectable taste of Asia is on offer at The Odd Couple. For a new spin off a tomato curry, try Tomato Pad Thai. “We make our own curry,” says owner Andy Yuen. “Usually Thai curry is basically just some red chili, galangal, lemongrass, some ginger and just a lot of chili.

For ours we add a tomato base curry – it’s a house tomato sauce that has Thai influence, and at the end we add some coconut milk.”

They use this sauce and mix it with some Vietnamese rice noodles to make a Pad

Not content to simply serve signature crepés (and soups and sandwiches) by day at their Sidewalk Café, Drift opened their Vista Lounge in July. Later crowds will enjoy laid back Mediterranean style fine dining with shared plates and bevvies like the Drift Mediterranean Caesar, a favourite of co-owner Amy Holowach. Bar manager Adrian Chappell created a rosemary and garlic infused vodka and garnishes the drink with a chunk of feta, an olive and a tomato grown on the rooftop. Chappell makes all her own bitters and infusions. Drift plans to open their rooftop patio next year. “Drift is a getaway, it’s a vacation while you’re still home,” says Holowach.

Thai. The dish is finished with some fresh cilantro and roast chopped peanuts, an exceptional alternative to their red curry dish.

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RIVERSDALE DELI & CAPANNA PIZZERIA CHARCUTERIE PLATTER Ideally located for walk-in traffic on one of the most visible corners of the city, Riversdale Deli is now launching into high-end charcuterie catering. “We’ll do three meats and three cheeses, crackers obviously, and then various antipasto items. Sometimes we’ll have breads and hummus and pepper encinies, caper berries and all sorts of greens,

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house-made mustard and balsamic vinegar,” says owner Clive Atkins.

Some of the larger orders will have honey and breads. It’s a lot of food, and most people find it’s a very satisfying lunch, he says. Some of the charcuterie platters will have sandwiches. “In Canada we have been #3 on the Food Network for sandwiches,” he says.

ALMOND MATCHA

MARGARITA PIZZA Currently the #1 Saskatoon restaurant on Trip Advisor, Capanna Pizzeria uses fresh meats supplied daily by the Riversdale Deli next door, and most of them are import-

ed. “The pizzeria is doing amazing! We’re constantly busy and constantly full which is just great,” says Atkins. Fresh pizza dough is made every morning, fresh mari-

nara sauce is made daily and fresh breads are baked daily. “It’s all the little things that make it great pizza – so the pizza is amazing!” says Atkins.

PHOTO COURTESY OF DRIFT VISTA LOUNGE

THRIVE JUICE experienced unprecedented growth after launching in January 2014 and co –owners Maile Crowe and Danica Slattery achieved their five year business plan in less than two.

Their delicious Almond Matcha smoothie is a fabulous way to start the day. “Matcha is a great replacement for your morning coffee, as it’s loaded with antioxidants and naturally increases your

energy,” says Crowe. In addition to matcha, the beverage has almond mylk, almond butter, flax, hemp hearts, raw honey and banana. Currently people are digging the Wellness Shots and new cold-pressed juice flavour, Hot Shot, which contains apple, orange, lemon, ginger & cayenne. “People are loving the flu fighting benefits and the soothing feeling on their throats.”

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THE ODD COUPLE DRIFT VISTA LOUNGE TOMATO PAD THAI

MEDITERRANEAN CAESAR

A delectable taste of Asia is on offer at The Odd Couple. For a new spin off a tomato curry, try Tomato Pad Thai. “We make our own curry,” says owner Andy Yuen. “Usually Thai curry is basically just some red chili, galangal, lemongrass, some ginger and just a lot of chili.

For ours we add a tomato base curry – it’s a house tomato sauce that has Thai influence, and at the end we add some coconut milk.”

They use this sauce and mix it with some Vietnamese rice noodles to make a Pad

Not content to simply serve signature crepés (and soups and sandwiches) by day at their Sidewalk Café, Drift opened their Vista Lounge in July. Later crowds will enjoy laid back Mediterranean style fine dining with shared plates and bevvies like the Drift Mediterranean Caesar, a favourite of co-owner Amy Holowach. Bar manager Adrian Chappell created a rosemary and garlic infused vodka and garnishes the drink with a chunk of feta, an olive and a tomato grown on the rooftop. Chappell makes all her own bitters and infusions. Drift plans to open their rooftop patio next year. “Drift is a getaway, it’s a vacation while you’re still home,” says Holowach.

Thai. The dish is finished with some fresh cilantro and roast chopped peanuts, an exceptional alternative to their red curry dish.

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RIVERSDALE DELI & CAPANNA PIZZERIA CHARCUTERIE PLATTER Ideally located for walk-in traffic on one of the most visible corners of the city, Riversdale Deli is now launching into high-end charcuterie catering. “We’ll do three meats and three cheeses, crackers obviously, and then various antipasto items. Sometimes we’ll have breads and hummus and pepper encinies, caper berries and all sorts of greens,

THRIVE JUICE CO.

house-made mustard and balsamic vinegar,” says owner Clive Atkins.

Some of the larger orders will have honey and breads. It’s a lot of food, and most people find it’s a very satisfying lunch, he says. Some of the charcuterie platters will have sandwiches. “In Canada we have been #3 on the Food Network for sandwiches,” he says.

ALMOND MATCHA

MARGARITA PIZZA Currently the #1 Saskatoon restaurant on Trip Advisor, Capanna Pizzeria uses fresh meats supplied daily by the Riversdale Deli next door, and most of them are import-

ed. “The pizzeria is doing amazing! We’re constantly busy and constantly full which is just great,” says Atkins. Fresh pizza dough is made every morning, fresh mari-

nara sauce is made daily and fresh breads are baked daily. “It’s all the little things that make it great pizza – so the pizza is amazing!” says Atkins.

PHOTO COURTESY OF DRIFT VISTA LOUNGE

THRIVE JUICE experienced unprecedented growth after launching in January 2014 and co –owners Maile Crowe and Danica Slattery achieved their five year business plan in less than two.

Their delicious Almond Matcha smoothie is a fabulous way to start the day. “Matcha is a great replacement for your morning coffee, as it’s loaded with antioxidants and naturally increases your

energy,” says Crowe. In addition to matcha, the beverage has almond mylk, almond butter, flax, hemp hearts, raw honey and banana. Currently people are digging the Wellness Shots and new cold-pressed juice flavour, Hot Shot, which contains apple, orange, lemon, ginger & cayenne. “People are loving the flu fighting benefits and the soothing feeling on their throats.”

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O Book today to secure your date.

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BY HILARY KLASSEN OF SP SPECIAL PROJECTS If you think summer is fading, don’t banish your flipflops to the back of the closet just yet! A spectacular new festival will help us retain that summer vibe into the Labour Day weekend.

YXEats will soon debut on the festival scene in one of Saskatoon’s most eclectic neighbourhoods. YXEats is the first ever food and drink festival to take place in the vibrant emerging community of Riversdale, to take place Sept. 2 to 6.

“During YXEats, diners will be able to enjoy special menus and daily deals at some of the best restaurants in Saskatoon - all located in Riversdale,” says event planner, Barbi Petersen of Black Door Events. With 15 restaurants participating, you’ll experience extraordinary culinary diversity that mirrors the incredible diversity of this community. Special events hosted by the Farmers Market and neighbourhood businesses add to the fresh, fun vibe of YXEats.

The Long Table Brunch on Sunday, September 6, will be set on Avenue A South. “The Long Table Brunch is just that; sitting at one long table with your friends and soon to be friends, eating fabulous food in the great out-

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doors,” says Petersen. The food will be prepared by three Riversdale restaurants, and the event will go ahead, rain or shine. This is the only ticketed event during YXEats, and tickets are available now at Pic-a-tic.

Riversdale has been called the fastest changing neighbourhood in Canada. New development continues to flow into the area, not only retail and restaurants, but also residential and commercial. Both The Banks and The Blok bring new ideas and new energy to 20th Street which, as The Banks developer put it, has served as a commercial corridor in Saskatoon for over 100 years.

In close proximity is the development of River Landing, a new art gallery, the Farmer’s Market, and easy access to area river activities and beautiful walking paths, all of which combine to enhance an eclectic urban lifestyle.

Event sponsors include presenting sponsor, The Commercial Group, and Petersen says New Community Credit Union, Tourism Saskatoon, and Halstrom and Associates also stepped up in a big way. “We simply could not have done YXEats without their support.”

YXEats is an exceptional opportunity to take a culinary tour of Riversdale. For menus, a list of participating restaurants and pricing see riversdale.ca/yxeats.

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Gordon Snelgrove Gallery Until Aug. 28, performances at 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Aug. 28, in Room 191 of the U of S Murray Building. Project O, an experiment in movement theatre and gallery art.

Smokin George Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N. Th urs. , Au g. 27 The Pony Boys Crackers Restaurant & Lounge, 1-227 Pinehouse Dr.

Eye Gallery Until Aug. 28 at 117-1132 College Dr. Eyes. Works by Brian Bauche, Carol Daniels, Monique Martin, Quinn McDonald, John Perret, Jannik Plaetner, Trint Thomas, Karen Walpole and Fran Zerr.

Saskatchewan Printmakers Association works run Aug. 28 to Oct. 9. Reception Sept. 25, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The Fuss Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave. Future Forests, Nick Faye & The Deputies and Eagle Lake Owls Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave. Fr i. , Au g. 28

Stetson Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N. Ages Past McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. Ralph’s Rhythm Kings Fairfield Senior Citizens’ Centre, 103 Fairmont Ct.

Sawyer Brown will perform at Dakota Dunes Casino on Sunday. File Photo Dizzy Gunmen Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N. Idle Rains Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E. S a t . , Au g . 2 9 Dangerous Cheese Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Young Benjamins Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Stetson Army & Navy Club, 359 First Ave. N.

Johnny 2 Fingers & The Deformities w/ Hello, Lady and Triplophonics Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave.

Len Gadica Downtown Legion, 606 Spadina Cres. W.

Main & 10th Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

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St. Thomas More Gallery Until Aug. 27 at 1437 College Dr. Sequential by Monique Martin and Cathryn Miller.

Diamonds Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N.

Kraig Nienhuis Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave.

Terry Hoknes Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise St. Jon Bailey

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McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. Wenches and Rogues w/ Stone the Witch Vangelis Tavern, 801 Broadway Ave. Wizards w/ Black Thunder Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N. Dizzy Gunmen Piggy’s Pub and Grill, 1403 Idylwyld Dr. N. Idle Rains Stan’s Place, 106-110 Ruth St. E. Third Verse 20th Anniversary Show: Soso, Epic, Factor Chandelier, Kay the Aquanaut and Stone Cold Party Rockers Amigos Cantina, 806 Dufferin Ave.

Sun., Au g. 30 Acoustic Jam Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave. Sawyer Brown Dakota Dunes Casino, 204 Dakota Dunes Way, Whitecap Fundraiser for the North: Bombargo, Johnny Don’t, Anna Haverstock, Brian McAreavey and Kory Istace vs The Time Pirates Capitol Music Club, 244 First Ave. N. Mon., Aug. 31 Grady Champion Buds on Broadway, 817 Broadway Ave. Twin Shadow O’Brians Event Centre,

Affinity Gallery Until Aug. 29 at 813 Broadway Ave. SCC 40th Anniversary Show and Sale. Works by Saskatchewan Craft Council members.

Station Arts Centre, Rosthern Until Aug. 30 at 701 Railway Ave., Rosthern. A Retrospective by Kathy Thiessen.

Market Mall Playland Art Gallery Until Aug. 31 at Market Mall, 2325 Preston Ave. The Blessings of Nature. Artwork by students of St. Goretti School.

Playing with Picasso Prints, original prints from the Picasso banner project, runs Sept.

1 to Oct. 31. In partnership with the Remai Modern Art Gallery of Saskatchewan.

Riverhouse Studio & Art Gallery Until Aug. 31 at 308 Spadina Cres. W. Artworks by Emily Carr, a Canadian artist living and painting at the same time at the Famous Group of

Seven. A Peaceful Meditation garden out front features Emily Carr quotes.

Gallery 616 Until Aug. 31 at 616 10th St. E. A collaboration of works

by Saskatoon artist Lynne Gilhooley.

Ukrainian Museum of Canada Until Aug. 31 at 910 Spadina Cres. E. Baba’s House by photographers Lucien Durey and Katie Kozak.

Art in the Centre Through August at Parkridge Centre, 110 Gropper Cres.

Works by Dorothy Thomson. Mixed media by the art group Watermarks & Friends runs for the month of September.

The Gallery/Art Placement Until Sept. 17 at 228 Third Ave. S. Mattering, paintings by Dawna Rose.

Humboldt and District Museum and Gallery Until Sept. 18 at 601 Main St., Humboldt. Local Perspective with Meacham Moonshine Gang: Ceramic Face Jugs by Bonnie Gilmour and Pick Up Sticks and Storybooks by Bonnie Conly.

The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library Until Sept. 24 at 311 23rd St. E. King of Birds by Cui Jinzhe.

Reception Aug 20, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Hand Wave Gallery Until Sept. 24 at 409 Third Ave. in Meacham. Leaf-ShootTree-Root, a thread stitchery exhibition by Donna Cutler.

Urban Canvas XI Starting in September, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Hosted by SCYAP Gallery.

A 39-week employment readiness art program for youth ages 16-30 who have artistic talent and face multiple barriers to employment. Providing training and live skills, personal development coaching, empowerment and employment readiness training. To apply call 306-652-7760 or email scyapinc@gmail.com.

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Handmade House Showcase Until Sept. 26 at 710 Broadway Ave. Paintings and wooden bowls by Ladd Fogarty.

Collector’s Choice Art Gallery Until Sept. 5 at 625D First Ave. N. Acrylic landscapes by Stefania Piecowye and country scenes by Mary Masters in gallery one. A gallery artists’ show in gallery two.

Gallery on the Greens Until Oct. 1 at Market Mall, 2325 Preston Ave. Guilty Treasures, a Sask Terra group exhibition.

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Shop ‘n Stroll Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., meet in front of Customer Service at Lawson Heights Mall. Classes consist of power-walking, body-sculpting moves using exercise tubing and a 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. A baby-friendly environments with lowered volume, dimmed lighting, a changing table and stroller parking in select theatres.

Fun Factory Indoor Playground Daily at 1633C Quebec Ave. A giant indoor playground for young children. Adults and children under one year are free. There is a separate fenced in area for children under two.

Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com.

Ecology Day Camps Until Aug. 28 at the University of Saskatchewan. Camps for ages eight to 17. With daily field trips and nature study.

Register at 306-966-5539.

Visit kidscamps.usask.ca.

Walking Tours and Open House Aug. 30, 1:30 p.m., at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Learn about the history of the Forestry Farm Park and tour the superintendent’s house. Walking tour begins at 2 p.m. Information at 306652-9801.

Huskies Sport Camps Until Aug. 29 at the University of Saskatchewan. Presented

by Tim Hortons. Various camps for ages five to 17.

Hockey, soccer, basketball, football, volleyball and wrestling. Visit huskies.usask.ca/ sportcamps.php.

Gallery on the Bridges Until Nov. 30 at Saskatoon City Hospital. Watercolours by Patricia L. Clarke.

Western Development Museum Until Dec. 6 at 2610 Lorne Ave. Canada: Day 1, from the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. Explore immigrants’ diverse personal Day 1 experiences, from Confederation to present day.

Classes taught by Nina Zettl.

Helps kids regulate emotions, find focus, relaxation, selfawareness and inner fulfillment. Physically helps with balance, strength, flexibility, coordination and body awareness. Classes are six weeks.

Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com.

Approach to a Great Game by Stefania Picowye is on display at Collector’s Choice Art Gallery.

CJ’s Climb and Play Daily, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., in Bay 4 of 619 South Railway St. W. in Warman. Saskatchewan’s newest indoor playground.

For children up to age 12. Visit cjsclimbandplay.com or their Facebook page.

Children’s Play Centre Daily at Lawson Heights Mall.

A fun, safe, environment for preschool children to play.

Children must wear socks in the play area. Please note this is an unsupervised play area, and 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 must wear socks in the play area.

Kids Bowl Free Daily until Aug. 31 at Hunter’s Bowling Centres: Eastview Bowl, 2929 Louise St.; and Fairhaven Bowl, 3401 22nd St. W. Kids ages 15 and under can bowl two free games each day for the summer. Must be preregistered. Register at kidsbowlfree.com/ef.

Parent and Toddler Yoga Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., and/or Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S. Classes taught by Nina Zettl. For parents and their toddlers ages one to five. Introduce your toddler to the world of yoga.

Classes include postures, poses, meditation, movement, play and song. Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@gmail.com, 306-381-8852.

Breastfeeding Cafe Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Westwinds Primary Health Centre, 3311 Fairlight Dr. A drop-in support group for breastfeeding women.

Sessions will be facilitated by a lactation consultant with a brief educational presentation, and time for interaction with the other mothers.

YAS Basketball Camps Until Aug. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., for various camps and age levels. For ages eight to 15. A highly-organized and structured program designed to prepare players to play on junior and senior secondary school basketball teams. Ad-

ditional free camps for ages 11-15 are available to anyone signed up for regular camps.

They also offer a chance to earn extra cash toward the camps by helping man their kiosks in shopping malls.

Information at yas.ca.

Salvation Army Beaver Creek Camps Various camps until Aug. 27 at Beaver Creek Conservation Area. Camps available for ages six to 18, as well as one for the whole family. Visit beavercreekcamp.ca.

Summer Groove Dance Camp Until Aug. 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For ages nine and up. Hosted

by Saskatchewan Express. All experience levels welcome. A week of dance, including tap, jazz, hip hop, ballet, musical theatre, pom and acro.

Information and registration at 306-477-5553, michelle@ saskatchewanexpress.com.

Kid Yoga Classes Ages five to 10 on Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.; homeschoolers ages five to 12 on Mondays, 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S.

Prenatal Partner Workshops: Yoga for Childbirth Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Birth Rhythms, 248 Third Ave. S. Instructed by Nina Zettl.

Learn various tools and techniques to help you through labour and delivery. No previous yoga experience is required.

Classes are six weeks. Register at freedomfromwithinyoga@ gmail.com, 306-361-8852.

Pioneer Games Aug. 29 and 30, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Meewasin Valley Centre. Drop-in activities for all ages. Play games from the old days, including jacks, crokinole and pick-up sticks. Make your own version of an old-fashioned toy to take home.

Friday Movie Night Aug. 30, 6 p.m., at Cornerstone Church, 315 Lenore Dr. Showing Big Hero 6 at 6 p.m. and Cinderella (2015) at 8 p.m. Popcorn will be on sale.

Mom and Baby Yoga Mondays, 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Yoga Life, 2-115 Third Ave. S. Classes taught by Nina Zettl. For mothers with babies as young as six weeks. Tone and strengthen your body, learn relaxation and meditation tools and explore breathwork. Classes are six weeks.

Concert in the Garden Aug. 30, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Marr Residence, 326 11th St. E. Anna Bekolay on violin at 1:30 p.m. and The Lost Keys at 2:30 p.m. The house will be open for tours.

Postnatal Yoga Mondays, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Beginner to intermediate yoga designed to help with postpartum recovery. Baby friendly class with a certified yoga teacher. Suitable for four weeks to two years postpartum. Register at msjpriestley. wix.com/pureenergy. No class on stat holidays.

Canadian Light Source (CLS) Public Tours Mondays, 1:30 p.m., at the Canadian Light Source, 44 Innovation Blvd. The synchrotron research facility is open for the public. Preregistration is required. Call 306-657-3644, email outreach@lightsource. ca or visit lightsource.ca/education/public_tours.php.

Prenatal Yoga Mondays, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Taught by a doula and certified yoga teacher. Informative and safe for any stage in pregnancy. Call 306-2510443 or email msjpriestley@ gmail.com. No class on stat holidays.

Naturally Yours Mondays until Oct. 19, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Birth Rhythms House, 656 Saskatchewan Cres. E. A comprehensive childbirth education series to prepare you for the birth of your child. Information at birthrhythms.ca.

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and have fun using LEGO® bricks. Visit bricks4kidz.com or call 306-979-2749.

Stay and Play Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., September through April. For children up to age five. Semistructured, crafts, snacks, story time, toys, activities.

Email stayandplaysaskatoon@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page.

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Read & Paint The first Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., each month, at Wet Paint Pottery, 3110 Eighth St. E. Suitable for ages two to six. Each month features a different story, followed by a related painting project. Register at 306-373-3219.

Preschool Story Time Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., at McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. For children ages three to five in the Circle of Trees. Call 306-955-1477.

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.

Engineering for Kids Children ages four to 14 can learn about technology and how engineers help it develop.

Classes, camps, parties, and clubs with hands-on STEM enrichment activities. Get information and register at engineeringforkids.net/saskatoon or 306-978-4186.

BRICKS 4 KIDZ® Saskatoon Regular after-school programs, preschool classes and camps for kids of all ages at various locations in Saskatoon. An atmosphere for students to build unique creations, play games,

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Saskatoon Public Library Programs Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary. ca/node/1016.

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Saskatoon Farmers’ Market Open year round. Wednesday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., farmers are in attendance.

Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday during market hours, food service and specialty shops are open. Information at saskatoonfarmersmarket. com. Contact 306-384-6262, skfarm@sasktel.net.

Mayfair Carpet Bowling Wednesdays, 1:15 p.m., at Mayfair United Church. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. For information call 306-651-2151.

EAL Book Club Aug. 20, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at Frances Morrison Central Library. Reading the book First Women in Space. A librarian will help students read and discuss the book. Anyone can register at 306-653-4464, ext 386, smason@sods.sk.ca.

Bargain Basement Store Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 454 Egbert Ave. Clothing for babies, children, men and women, and jewelry.

Super Late Model Invitational goes this weekend at Auto Clearing Motor Speedway. Bridges File Photo by DEREK MORTENSEN Borden Farmers’ Market Fridays until Oct. 9, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Borden Fire Hall. Information at 306-997-2159.

YXE Beer Festival Aug. 28, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Aug. 29, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., in Rotary Park. Featuring more than 40 beer vendors, live music and food trucks. With Apollo Cruz, DJ Drewski, The Wheats, League of Wolves, We Were Lover and Phoenix Lauren.

Tickets at yxebeerfest.com, picatic.com or at the door.

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.

SKOC Conformation and Obedience Show Aug. 28-30 at Henk Ruys Soccer Centre. Hosted by the Saskatoon Kennel & Obedience Club. All-breed conformation shows, obedience trials and rally obedience trials. Admission at the door.

Information at saskatoonkennelobedienceclub.com.

SIFC Dances Thursdays, 7 p.m., in room 13 at Albert Community Centre, 610 Clarence Ave. S. Saskatoon International Folkdance Club. Learn dances from many countries around the world. Everyone is welcome. First night is free. Information at 306-3740005, sifc.awardspace.com.

Country Farms Marketplace Book Exchange Saturdays starting Aug. 29, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at at Confederation Mall across from Urban Planet. Music by Darren Kowaluk Aug. 29, 11:30 a.m.

Cornfest lunch evert Saturday until the harvest is over. They will be at the mall location

Thursday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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.

Saskatoon Summer Fling IX Aug. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at White Buffalo Youth Lodge, 602 20th St. W. Graffiti artists decorate a 150-foot wall.

Interested artists can email photos to summerfling306@ gmail.com. Entertainment at Amigos will follow.

Intercultural Seniors Activity Club Aug. 29, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Meadowgreen House for All Nations, 501 Ave. W S. Art, board games and snacks for seniors and their families. This is a drop-in club.

Points Race #14 Aug. 29, 6 p.m., at Auto Clearing Motor Speedway.

Super Late Model Invitational.

Divisions competing are SLM, bandoleros, mini and Sask legends. Tickets at the gate.

11th Annual NSWS Concert Aug. 30, 7:30 p.m., in Quance Theatre in the U of S Education Building. The North Saskatchewan Wind Symphony performs. Admission is by silver collection at the door.

Pot Luck Supper Last Monday of each month at Nutana Legion, 3021 Louise Ave. Hosted by the Nutana Senior Citizens Association.

Bring food for the potluck.

Admission at the door.

Off-Broadway Farmers’ Market, International Bazaar, and Bistro Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., in the basement of Grace-Westminster United Church, 505 10th St. E. Offering a variety of locally produced food, clothing and accessories from India, pet products, baking, and bistro dishes. New vendors welcome.

Call 306-664-2940 or email gerald.l.harrison@shaw.ca.

Book Signing at McNally Regular book signings at McNally Robinson, 3130 Eighth St. E. For schedule and information visit mcnallyrobinson.com/saskatoon_events.

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.

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Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash Until Aug. 30 at Persephone Theatre. A Globe Theatre Production. In a tribute to Johnny Cash, Ring of Fire tells the story of finding love, success, faith and redemption. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org.

Event listings are a free, community service offered by Bridges. Listings will be printed if space permits. Submission deadline is two weeks before the event date.

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Sage Wosminity: Designer thinking post-high school

By Ashley Martin What better place is there for a fashion lover than New York City?

It’s the fashion capital of the world, and 17-year-old Sage Wosminity experienced it for the first time on a family vacation earlier this month.

She tackled back-to-school shopping — including a visit to her favourite store, Aritzia — and saw fashions of the world at the Fashion Institute of Technology museum. The latter visit wasn’t purely touristy, though.

Wosminity starts Grade 12 at Campbell Collegiate next week, and is thinking ahead to post-secondary. She’s not sure about the school yet — New York’s FIT is an option — but she is set on an area of study: fashion design.

“I think that I just want to keep designing and keep having customers,” she said.

Wosminity was the youngest designer to ever showcase in a Canadian fashion week; she debuted at Saskatchewan Fashion Week as a 15-year-old in 2014, and returned this spring at age 16.

“I got into fashion week and that’s pretty much how it started,” Wosminity

said of her pursuit of a fashion career.

“I didn’t know if they’d let somebody be in it who was still in high school. It was a really big surprise when I did get in.”

Though her high school doesn’t offer any design classes, Wosminity plans to begin her fashion education this fall at Richards Beauty College with a course on fashion styling.

Her love of design dates back to childhood; she hadn’t yet started kindergarten when her grandma taught her to sew. She started out making dresses for herself and her Barbie dolls and Build-ABears.

She continued sewing clothes for herself into her teenage years. Now, it’s for herself and others that she spends most of her time in her basement sewing room.

Wosminity, who creates clothes she’d personally wear, hasn’t seen girls at school donning her designs — aside from her two best friends.

But when she sees clients on social media in her clothes, “It’s really cool to see them actually using it and wearing it and liking it,” said Wosminity.

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4. PURSE: Balenciaga. “I really wanted a nice bag from New York and I wanted a Balenciaga bag for a long time and I finally have one.

Alexander Wang was the creative director. “He’s so young and I like his clothes and the fashion shows he’s done have been really cool and really different.”

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Double trouble: Shady and dry

By Erl Svendsen Shade is one thing, but when combined with dry conditions, it can be a challenge for even the most experienced gardener. It can be a literal wasteland where not even weeds will grow. But it need not be a dark, dusty and empty space. There are techniques that will reduce the impacts of drought (even under a large spruce) as well as perennials that tolerate dry shade.

Dry shade is usually encountered under thick impenetrable tree canopies such as Colorado blue spruce, under roof and porch overhangs, or on the east and north sides of buildings (most of our summer rains come from the west or south).

Step 1: improve the moisture holding capacity of the soil by amending it with organic matter like compost, peat moss or wellrotted manure. What little moisture that falls there naturally will be held in the ground longer. You may not be able to add a lot of organic matter to the soil under trees because of dense shallow root systems. In this case, when planting, make a hole between large surface roots and add organic matter to the planting hole.

Step 2: Irrigation is an obvious strategy and there are several options. If you have underground sprinklers, you can redirect some of the heads to reach the dry shady areas. Or you can add an extra zone that only waters this area. Use a combination of micro-sprinklers/ sprayers, bubblers, drip and weeping hose to suit your needs. If you don’t have a sprinkler system, consider just using a weeping hose attached to your water tap and weave it in and around the plants in your bed.

Step 3: add a layer of organic mulch (eight to 10 centimetres deep) to trap moisture in the soil, preventing it from simply evaporating, and to keep the root systems cool in the

Barren strawberry will survive dry shade, but will generally perform better when provided with additional moisture.

summer and protected in winter.

Mulch will also hide much of your irrigation system. Keep the mulch away from direct contact with tree trunks. Too much moisture may cause tree bark to root, leading to poor vigour and even death of your trees.

Combine all three practices for best results.

The following herbaceous perennials will survive dry shade, but will generally perform better when provided with additional moisture.

Barren strawberry (Waldsteinia fragarioides): low (15 centimetres), spreading ground cover with yellow flowers in early spring. While the

plant and growth habit resembles a strawberry, no edible fruit is produced, hence the common name, barren strawberry.

Barrenwort or bishop’s hat (Epimedium rubrum): low (20 to 25 centimetres) clump- or carpet-forming with bronzy-green, heart-shaped leaves ringed by red in spring; loose, dainty pink or white flower clusters appear in late spring overtopping the leaves. Some winter protection may be necessary.

Lily-of-the-valley (Convallaria majalis): fragrant spring flowering plant that gardeners either hate (because it spreads) or love (because it survives the toughest conditions).

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Reaches 15 centimetres tall, each stem with one or two light green leaves; flowers are small white bells arranged along spike (raceme). Can form large colonies. Watch out — some consider it invasive.

Bigroot cranesbill geranium (Geranium macrorrhizum): this one grows seemingly anywhere: sun, shade, dry, moist. Clump-forming perennial with deep green leaves; reaches 30 — 45 centimetres (depending on cultivar); lose clusters of red or pink in mid- to late summer. Deer tolerant.

Coral bells (Heuchera sp.): clump forming perennial, 15 to 20 centimetres tall overtopped by red, pink or

white flower clusters (some showier than others, depending on cultivar) for an additional 15 centimetres.

Leaves are typically medium to dark green, but recent introductions have added dark purple, red, bronze, chartreuse and variegated forms. Deer resistant.

This column is provided cour courtesy of the Saskatchewan Perennial Society (www.saskperennial.ca; hortscene@yahoo.com). Check out our Bulletin Board or Calendar for upcoming garden information sessions, workshops and tours: Labour & Learn (Aug 29); Forestry Farm House: Open House and Walking Tour (Aug 30).

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Baco noir so much better than its undeserved rep

By James Romanow A wine varietal that continues to intrigue me is baco noir. The French refuse to let it in the book of acceptable vines (parentage from the wrong side of the tracks). Most Canadians follow their example and sneer, although I’d guess a fair number of insults come from folks who have never had a glass.

The champions of the beat up vine is Henry of Pelham (Ont.) and Summerhill (B.C.) of wooden pyramid fame. Both, coincidentally or maybe not, make great bubbly of champagne quality. Maybe the key to understanding baco noir is understanding the effervescent joy of a glass of Pinot blends …

Latterly Pelee Island has introduced a version that has made it here. Pelee Island, if you’ve never had the pleasure, primarily make drinkable workaday wine. Now and then they release more substantial wines and they are clearly thinking of the market with this one.

It is much less strawberry prone and more French red styled, with 15 per cent cabernet blended in. The result is a more “serious” wine. The bright acidic edge toned down slightly courtesy of the cabernet results in a wine rather like a fine Beaujolais or Chianti. It has a light body with good tannins,

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and light lingering winey finish, rather like drinking a great rose.

The bouquet is earthier than I expected and the structure a good bit stiffer, courtesy of the cabernet. On the other hand the acidity is bright, almost citrus and absolutely the tannins make for a great wine with things like meat and cheese (burgers! Pizza!).

If you’ve never had a baco noir, pick this one up and give it a try. It’s best served about 15 degrees.

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