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THE MOOSELTOE TIMES Moose Jaw’s Holiday Shopping Guide

OCTOBER 2018

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Moose Jaw’s Holiday Shopping Guide

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Colour this page just for fun, or use it to decorate a box to fill with food bank donations to take when the Holiday Train visits Moose Jaw. Download the full package of holiday themed colouring and activity pages at www.cpr.ca.

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About this feature Mooseltoe Times is an annual feature by The Regina Leader-Post

Written and edited by: Carol Todd Cover photo courtesy: Moose Jaw Economic Development THIS FEATURE WAS CREATED BY CONTENT WORKS, POSTMEDIA’S COMMERCIAL CONTENT STUDIO.

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The decorations are hung around the store with great care, as Cranberry Rose prepares for Christmas in October.

Photo courtesy Cranberry Rose Boutique.

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hristmas comes early in Moose Jaw, where Santa’s sleigh bells ring out in October, inviting everyone to get a jump on the holiday season.

D u r i n g t h e Fr i e n d l y City’s Christmas in October, hundreds of visitors join local residents, all anxious to e xplore the city’s many unique shops and attractions. They are seeking the perfect gift, want to catch the first glimpse of the latest in holiday decorating, need a stylish new outfit for upcoming holiday parties and get-togethers or visit one of the city’s numerous temptations.

“It’s a very exciting and busy time of year for us,”

says Liz Craigen, owner of Cranberry Rose Boutique, one of the approximately 60 businesses taking part.

“It’s the perfect time to shop. It helps people get in the Christmas spirit. Even if people aren’t buying, they are getting really good ideas about what they want to do for Christmas.”

Christmas in October is held each year on the third weekend of October—this year’s event will be held Oct. 25 to 28. Each store’s lavish decorations provide a feast for shoppers’ eyes, while the other senses are treated to the sounds, tastes and aromas of the holiday season. In addition to stunning visual displays and holiday music, many

businesses offer their customers festive beverages, samples and treats to enjoy while the y shop. Many participating stores extend their hours, or offer specials with a different sale each day of the four-day event, as well as in-store draws and giveaways.

“Each store does their own unique thing,” says Craigen.

The City of Moose Jaw doesn’ t track the exact amount of economic impact that Christmas in October has on the Friendly City, but Jim Dixon, the city’s economic development officer, says it is doubtless significant.

“I can confidently say that these kinds of events are excellent for attracting economy to the city because it does attract people from out of town. That’s always a good thing when you bring people in from out of town; they can spend some money here and eat and drink and possibly stay overnight, so we know there is an economic impact from that absolutely,” he says.

Pr e p a r a t i o n s f o r t h e event begin weeks in advance.

“We add Christmas into all our displays throughout the whole store. Right after Thanksgiving, we have all staff in for the whole week preparing for the event.

They are all very excited about the event,” Craigen says.

Shoppers also plan for the special weekend well in advance and like it so much t h at m a ny o u t - o f - t o w n visitors often ask when the following year’s event will take place so that they can make arrangements to return.

Yvette Moore, artist and owner of the Yvette Moore Gallery, started Christmas in October in her home.

She invited other artists and artisans to showcase their works and capture the attention of pre-season buyers. The event has grown continually, and now throngs of customers and visitors drop into the city to enjoy this first taste of Christmas. “ We w e l c o m e a n d congratulate all the businesses that are taking part,” says Craigen. “They are very excited about doing it. Those of us that have

been around for over 20 years — we still get excited about it.”

Service-oriented businesses join in the festivities, too, with Christmas displays and promotions. While the main focus is the city’s downtown, Christmas in October events take place throughout the city, with events at the exhibition grounds, activities at the various parks and recreation locations and at the Western

D e v e l o p m e n t Mu s e u m , as well as crowd-pleasing offerings by cultural and artistic organizations.

If you can’t make it to Moose Jaw in time for Christmas in October, don’t worry. Except for a pause in respect for Remembrance Day, the beautiful displays and great shopping will be around until Dec. 25.

“Christmas in October is just the beginning,” says Craigen. Santa would approve!

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Raising more than spirits

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anadian Pacific Railway’s (CP) Holiday Train is the engine that not only could, but does, help feed communities across North America.

Travelling more than 100,000 km each year, the two holiday trains — one in Canada and one in the United States — raise more than Christmas spirits as they chug across each country. At each stop, musical entertainment greets local residents and donations are gathered for area food banks.

Last year, it’s estimated that more than $1.5 million and 300,000 pounds of food were raised for local food banks and food shelves.

Everything raised in each community stays in that community, and CP also makes donations at each stop. Moose Jaw, with its long history as a railway centre, is still a major hub for CP, and the Holiday Train is an important contributor to the Moose Jaw and District Food Bank. Last year’s Holiday Train stop netted a total of more than 5,260 pounds of food, as well as more than $900 in cash donations, in addition to a $10,000 donation from CP. “The attention the Holiday Train brings to the issue of hunger and the needs of food banks is almost as valuable as the money and food,” says Moose Jaw Food Bank manager Terri Smith. “I can’t thank CP enough for them to be aware [of the issue]. In Canada, no kid should go hungry; no

fied boxcar that has been transformed into a travelling stage for performers, this year featuring Terri Clark, Kelly Prescott and Sierra Noble. The concerts are free, but attendees are encouraged to make a donation to the food bank — either a non-perishable food item or a cash donation.

The CP Holiday Train program is not the only way that CP gives back to food banks. CP also provides Food Banks Canada $250,000 worth of in-kind transportation services to support its National Food Sharing Service program. Since 2011 CP’s contribution has helped transport over 17 million pounds of food and household organizgoods to food organiz ations across Canada.

But, during the holiday season, it’s Holithe brightly-lit Holi day Train that draws the crowds.

The arrival of the nk Ba od Fo w Ho l i d ay Tr a i n i s Ja e the Moos Photo courtesy eagerly awaited by everyone, including the initiative, and the two Food Bank staff, volunteers and special trains have raised more clients, says Smith.

“It’s something we look forthan $14.5 million and 4.3 million pounds of food since their inaug- ward to every year — bundling up ural journeys back in 1999. “The and going down to the Holiday momentum we see in the Holiday Train. It’s a sense of togetherness; Train from year-to-year reinforces a sense of teamwork, when everythe good that we, and our part- body can get together and help ners at the food banks, are doing your fellow neighbour or your across North America,” Keith fellow co-worker,” she says. “It’s Creel, CP President and CEO said nice to know that we have each other’s back.” in a news release.

It’s the Christmas spirit and Each Holiday Train is about 1,000 feet long, and is made up of the Saskatchewan sense of com14 rail cars decorated with hun- munity all wrapped up into a dreds of thousands of technol- heartwarming bundle of Yuletide ogy-leading LED lights and holi- joy. Santa may have to trade in his day designs. Each has one modi- reindeer and take the train!

adult should go hungry, but they do.”

This year, the 20 th annual Holiday Train will stop in Moose Jaw on Sat., Dec. 6, with the time and location to be announced.

Last year, the train stopped at 3 Manitoba St. W., just west of the CP station. Check the CP website for the details www.cpr.ca/en/ community/holiday-train, and through Facebook and Twitter available later this month.

The Holiday Train program began as an CP employee

Photo courtesy Canadian

Pacific Rail.

The Holiday Train on its way to raise awareness of hunger issues and money and donations for food banks.

ADOPT-AN-OWL makes a great Christmas gift!

The Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre (SBOIC), is once again offering a special Adopt-an-Owl package for the holiday season.

For your donation you will receive a 2019 Burrowing Owl Calendar, a certificate with a picture of your owl, an additional photograph ready for framing, fact sheet and postcard.

With a donation of $100 or more, you will also receive a special gift! Most importantly you will enable us to provide top of the line care for your special owl.

Adoption Amounts: $50/6 months $100/1 year $175/2 years

Ph: 306-692-8710

Website: www.skburrowingowl.ca Email: sboic@sasktel.net

Dinner, Entertainment and MORE!

Doors open at 5:30 pm - Supper at 6:00 pm Tickets only available in advance at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Company Administration Office $40.00 per person or a table of Eight for $300.00

Participate in our penny parade, silent auction, live auction and draws!

Want to get up close to the stars of the night? View Peanut & Cricket as they make a special appearance for the evening!

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Wrapped in a feeling

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he city sidewalks are busy sidewalks, all dressed in holiday gear, as Moose Jaw dons its festive apparel in advance of the holiday season.

It’s a special time of year, as children and adults alike turn their thoughts to the various delights of the holidays. And the Friendly City gets a head start on the season with its famous Christmas in October.

While there are attractions and events going on throughout the city, the focus of Christmas in October is Moose Jaw’s historic downtown, with its colourful murals showing scenes from the city’s history and its picturesque Norman Rockwell style bu8ilings.

“I love downtown,” says Rob Clark, the CEO of the Moose Jaw and District Chamber of Commerce.

And, he’s not alone. Every year, people come from near and far to enjoy the Christmas in October events and sales. The weekend draws visitors from across the Prairies and into the United States, with some booking months ahead. “It’s a big draw,” Clark says.

“The word is out there, and I think a lot of people actually put it on their calendar,” he says.

Chamber members are proud supporters of the various Christmas and holiday events and attractions the city has b e c o m e k n o w n f o r. “ We ’ r e going to support ever ything our downtown does,” he says.

Many downtown business are decked in their holiday finery, while offering specials and sales during Christmas in October and throughout the holiday season.

In addition to all the shopping opportunities, there are numerous

entertainment and other options available through the holiday season, culminating in the First Night Celebration at the Kinsmen Sportsplex.

The October event is, of course, only one of the many attractions Moose Jaw has to offer, and Clark says that increasing numbers of people are visiting the city throughout the year, whether they come for the day from areas close by or are part of bus trips from farther away.

“There really is a uniqueness There is no need to dread the upabout it. I can’t coming winter months and cold really put my temperatures when there’s so much finger on it, fun to be had in Wakamow Valley. but Moose An urban natural park with over 20 Ja w i s r e a l l y kms of trails and almost 500 acres unique, and the of parkland, Wakamow Valley is, downtown, with indeed, a park for all seasons. The all the shops trails are open year round for outand everything, door enthusiasts to enjoy winter activities such as cross-country really adds to skiing and snowshoeing. Located on that, as well Treaty 4 Land in the heart of Moose as our other Jaw and just minutes from the businesses that historic downtown area, the valley aren’ t located offers a peaceful haven for locals downtown,” he and visitors alike. says.

Photo (top right) courtesy Wakamow Valley Authority K i c k i n g o ff with Christmas in October, and carrying on throughout the holiday season, Moose Jaw, with its historic downtown and numerous shopping and entertainment possibilities, definitely has that feeling of Christmas in the air.

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Holiday cookies

the whole family will love

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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies { Makes about 12 large cookies }

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 5 tablespoons granulated sugar 5 tablespoons light brown sugar, sifted 1 large egg, beaten 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla essence or chocolate extract (see note) 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons selfrising flour 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup (or more) dark and white (or milk) chocolate chips (or roughly chopped chocolate) A heavy, nonstick baking sheet

any people enjoy baking come the holiday season, and perhaps no dish is more s y n o ny m o u s w i t h h o l i d ay baking than cookies. Children leave cookies out for Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, while adults may indulge and enjoy an extra cookie or two at family gatherings or holiday office parties.

A B RIERCREST CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugars together until pale and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla essence.

Sift the flour with the cocoa and salt in a small bowl. Fold into the egg mixture with the chocolate chips.

Place 4 heaping tablespoons of the mixture on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them well apart. Press down and spread out to about 1/4-inch thick with the back of a wet spoon or with dampened fingers (you may like to scatter some more chocolate chips over the top). Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack.

When cool, store in an airtight container. Repeat with the remaining mixture. (MNS)

Cookies come in all shapes and sizes, so bakers have an array of options at their disposal when planning their holiday menus. Chocolate chip cookies may be among the most popular types of cookies, and bakers who want to capitalize on that popularity while giving loved ones something a little different may want to try the following recipe for Double Chocolate Chip Cookies from Maxine Clark’s “Chocolate: Deliciously Indulgent Recipes for Chocolate Lovers” (Ryland, Peters & Small).

Note: Chocolate extract is a fat-free flavouring ingredient made from a blend of roasted cacao beans, water and alcohol.

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‘The The one stop to shop

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he Whistlestop Craft Sale could be the only stop you will need to make to find something to satisfy everyone on your Christmas list.

Offering everything from jewellery to children’s items, Whistlestop helps you to fast-track your Christmas shopping and avoid last minute stress. Moose Jaw ’s largest Christmas craft sale, it showcases the work of 65 crafters and ar tists from Alber ta to Quebec, including some of Saskatchewan’s very best crafters.

The crafters come together at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Convention Centre on Oct. 26 and 27 as one of the unique events of Moose Jaw’s Christmas in October weekend. It features special handmade

crafts, art and food items that offer plenty of unique Christmas gift ideas.

With both new and returning vendors, every visitor is bound to fall in love with at least one artist or product. Jewellery is always a big seller at Whistlestop and this year has some of the finest jewellery makers in Western Canada. Some exhibitors c r e at e t h e i r o w n g l a s s beads, some use leather and different metals, and some use sparkle balls for each unique creation. A new jewelry crafter this year is Myrna Goertzen from Killarney, MB, who designs jewelry from old silver spoons and forks and leather.

All that shopping can build up an appetite, and attendees will enjoy the many foods offered

this year. There will be preserves, all kinds of baking, dips, seasonings, sauces, juice, cabbage rolls and perogies— perfect for the Christmas season. In addition, there are soups, honey, fudge and specialty coffee to help fuel the shoppers.

A Christmas sale w o u l d n’ t b e c o m p l e t e without beautiful Christmas decorations and gifts and Whistlestop has an unending supply. Colourful signs, wreaths, repurposed items, yard ornaments, snowmen and Santas will be found throughout the Mo o s e Ja w E x h i b i t i o n Building.

Whistlestop is pleased to welcome Moose Jaw’s own Laura Hamilton and her whimsical art work, and Sommer Amare’s herbal teas, remedies, lotions and soaps. Be sure to pick up her Cold and Cough tea to prepare for the winter sniffles. Emmy Barr, the Queen of Caramel, will be selling her delicious caramel apples, and Moose Jaw local Gwen Ferguson will be exhibiting her paper tole work. Ronda Schmalenberg of Regina makes teddy bears from recycled fur coats and Nature’s Touch Frames will showcase their barn wood frames and antique tin and metal designs.

Other handmade crafts dominate the sale, with i t e m s l i ke p o tt e r y a n d stained glass from local ar tisans. T here will be a varie ty of croche ted, knitted and sewn articles available, and each booth offers its own style. Just in time for winter, Colleen’s

Mitts has the warmes t and director of Whistlestop from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., mittens for children and is pleased to present this and Saturday, Oc t. 27 adults. Children’s and adult year’s amazing and talented from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. aprons as well as ponchos group of exhibitors. There is A d m i s s i o n i s $ 5 a n d will be showcased in Carol’s so much to experience at the parking is free of charge.

Custom Designs booth. 19th Whistlestop Craft Sale For more information, Children’s clothing, toys, — Christmas ornaments, contact Whistlestop at doll clothes and quilts knitting , stained glass, 306-692-1509 or check out are treasures to give for jewelry, woodwork, baking, Whistlestop Christmas specialty coffees, art, health C ra f t S a l e’s Fa c e b o o k Christmas.

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Experience the

Magic of Christmas

he Hammond Building on Main Street in Moose Jaw was built in 1910 and is one of the city’s historic landmarks. The building still displays much of its antique glamour and insignia, and retains its handsome, historic finish. The main doors of the building are framed by antique rosettes and pillars, and the lobby displays chandeliers and more. Many successful businesses have resided in the Hammond Building over the years and it has become a shopping hot spot.

Gingerbread Square and Cranberry Rose offer an array of elegant selections for those shopping for the women in their lives.

Of course, shopping is hungry work. To satisfy your hunger, head over to Saigon 75 for excellent Vietnamese, Thai and Chinese cuisine.

The Hammond Building was originally designed to be six storeys, but the last two floors were never completed. The fourth floor was sealed with an ornate cornice and elaborate brickwork around the windows.

If you’re looking to mix some history with the excitement of If you’re shopping for someone who has everything, the holiday season, be sure to visit the Hammond Building, Ellen’s on Main offers unique festive home décor, gifts 310 Main St, Moose Jaw. and fresh flowers. Dash Leather, a former business, left its insignia in the current Ellen’s on Main by signing the wall, dated in the 1950s.

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We invite you to enter our winter wonderland to discover an extraordinary array of Christmas decor!

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• Clothing from casual to elegant evening wear • Home Decor to make your house

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At The Historical

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Moose Jaw’s Holiday Shopping Guide

Festival of Trees

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h e Fe s t i va l o f Tr e e s weekend, Nov. 17 and 18, kicks off the holiday season in the Friendly City of Moose Jaw. The Christmas spirit of giving begins on Sat., Nov. 17 th as the Moose Jaw Health Foundation’s 27 th Annual Festival of Trees holiday gala gets under way at the Heritage Inn in Moose Jaw. This year’s theme, Fire & Ice will inspire a brilliant holiday season that will leave you glowing.

T he Fes tival ’s volunteer committee is enthusiastically led by the talented Jackie d’Entremont. Her incredible team of volunteers is hard at work creating an incredible event for the community. Their tireless effort in organizing e ver y de tail of this e vent directly benefits patients and their supportive families who need medical services at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital.

Proceeds from the festival will help the Moose Jaw Health Foundation’s purchase a new C-Arm imaging unit that will be used extensively for Orthopedic Surgery. This will greatly benefit patients who urgently require orthopedic surgery.

Each year, the evening’s highlight is the gala’s auction of uniquely decorated trees and other fantastic live items, with a gourmet dinner and dance included in the festive annual event. Barry Vice will MC the event and music will be provided by the Uncoolas.

T i c ke t s a r e $ 2 0 0 a n d a r e available by calling Sherryn at 306-694-0373. Please reserve your tickets early.

On Sun., Nov.18, the Annual Festival of Trees Family brunch will be held at the Heritage Inn. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for viewing of the trees and other auction items, with brunch starting at noon. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children, and are also available through the Health Foundation office.

On Sunday afternoon, the grand finale of the Festival of Trees weekend is Sundae with Santa, presented by SaskWater.

Santa is back in Moose Jaw to spread holiday cheer to families

during the Festival of Trees weekend and will visit the Heritage Inn from 4 to 6 p.m..

Bring your camera to take photos with Santa, enjoy a delicious sundae bar with ice cream from Fine Foods Advertising Ltd., make Christmas crafts, enjoy lively entertainment and be dazzled by the amazing displays from Festival of Trees.

Tickets for Sundae with Santa are $8 each, with all Proceeds going towards the Pediatrics Unit of the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital. Tickets are

available at the Heritage Inn and the Moose Jaw Health Foundation office at the hospital.

Submitted by the Moose Jaw Health Foundation.

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Moose Jaw’s Holiday Shopping Guide

The gift that gives

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ooking for a unique gift idea? The Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre (SBOIC) can help.

Giving that special someone the gift of an owl adoption is a gift that gives twice — not only bringing joy on Christmas day, but helping the Centre’s owls for much of the rest of the year or even longer. A sixmonth adoption is $50, with a full year adoption costing $100 and two years $175. All of the money goes toward the care of the owls, and the adoption fees are tax deductible.

The adoption package

includes a certificate with details about the adopted owl, including a picture, and an additional photo ready for framing, a fact sheet on burrowing owls and two postcards. Oneand two-year adoption packages also receive either a stuffed plush burrowing owl toy.

There are many reasons to support burrowing owls — they contribute to a healthy ecosystem, they have been declared an endangered species, and on top of that, they’re adorable.

Populations have been declining since the 1980s.

Since 1987, the population

dropped by 96 per cent.

T h e y w e r e o ff i c i a l l y declared an endangered species in 1995. In 2017, Operation Burrowing Owl (OBO) census numbers repor ted 28 pairs of owls. This is a three per cent decrease from the numbers reported by Operation Burrowing Owl participants in 2016.

There are numerous factors that affect the Burrowing Owl population: habitat loss and/or change, pesticide use, a decrease in the animals that provide burrows, human contact, and mortalities during migration and while at their U.S. winter grounds.

The Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre (SBOIC) in Moose Jaw p r o m o t e s c o n s e r vat i o n of the owl and its native prairie habitat through education, stewardship and eco-tourism. In-house tours and the Owls on Tour program offer the opportunity to meet one of the centre’s ambassador owls and learn more about them and their needs.

This can lead to a greater understanding of how everyone can play a role in the conservation of this endangered species.

A gift of a Burrowing Owl adoption from the SBOIC will not only delight the recipient, it will have a much wider impact. Centre

owl co-ordinator Lori Johnson says that helping Burrowing Owls benefits us all.

“They are a very s i g n i fi c a n t f a c t o r i n a healthy ecosystem, “she says. “So by protecting them, we are actually protecting not just the

owls, but the ecosystem they live in and the other animals that depend on that eco-system, including we humans.”

T he program is ver y popular, especially around the holiday season, Johnson s ay s . “ I t ’s p a r t i c u l a r l y successful for us around

Christmastime, though it is a year-round program.”

One of the great joys of Christmas is that it provides an opportunity to give.

When the choice of gift also means that the recipient contributes to a worthwhile cause, the gift can give twice.

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Swing into Christmas T h e Mo o s e Jaw C u l t u ra l Centre and Mae Wilson Theatre love to celebrate the Holiday season, and this year will feature the Louisiana Hayride Christmas show on Dec. 7 and the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra (SJO) presentation of Holiday Swing and Then Some on Dec. 14.

Louisiana Hayride is always a huge hit when it comes to Moose Jaw, and this year it returns with a very special Christmas production. On stage to entertain

you will be Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Roy Orbison, Crystal Gayle and more. This show will include big hits, as well as their favourite Christmas songs such as Blue Christmas, Let It Snow, Pretty Paper and Silver Bells.

The SJO will perform stunning classic and contemporary arrangements of holiday classics to help ‘swing’ the community into the holiday spirit, plus present The Nutcracker Suite as made famous by the Duke

Ellington Orchestra. The SJO presentation, sponsored by the Saskatchewan Arts Board, will also feature Saskatchewan’s a c c l a i m e d v o c a l i s t Je s s i c a Robinson and the entire SJO swinging crew. Even more — the Centre and Theatre are pleased to announce that the SJO will also be joined by Moose Jaw’s very own A. E. Peacock Jazz Band.

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Moose Jaw’s Holiday Shopping Guide

Winter fun for everyone V isitors to the Fr i e n d l y C i ty o f M o o s e Ja w a n d residents alike can trade in their scarves and parkas for bathing suits and track shoes to enjoy winter fun indoors, as the city ’s Parks and Recreation facilities offer a wealth of winter activities for all ages.

Scott Osmachenko, Recreation Services Manager for the City of Moose Jaw, says there are lots of things for residents and visitors to enjoy over the winter, and especially during the holiday season.

“We have all the facilities open for extended hours over the holiday season.

This is especially nice for all the children who are out of school over the holidays,” he says, advising anyone interested to find out

schedules and prices online at www.moosejaw.ca.

An ongoing service that Moose Jaw Parks and Recreation offers is Free Family Fridays — swimming and skating times at no charge for the public. Free skating is available at the Wally Boshuck Arena every Friday during the ice season from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. for families, 8 to 9 p.m. for public skating and free swimming is offered at the Kinsmen Sportsplex from 6 to 7:15 p.m. for families only, and from 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. for the entire public. Free Teen Swim is on Saturdays for ages 12 to 17, from 9:15 to 11 p.m.

With all the events and activities taking place indoors and out at Moose Jaw’s numerous rinks and other facilities, the Friendly

City pulls out all the stops for New Year’s Eve. Most bars and restaurants offer special events to mark the celebration, but nothing can compare to the fun of ringing in a new year with family and friends at the Moose Jaw Kinsmen Sportsplex during First Night activities. Family is what it’s all about, with door prizes and a host of activities.

Not only will the rink be open for skating and the pool for swimming and water games, but there will also be video games, table games, billiards, air hockey and music, along with numerous other things to see and do. The concession stand will also be open for food and non-alcoholic beverages. The traditional midnight countdown will feature a huge balloon drop

as everyone dons their New Year’s Eve hats and fires up their noisemakers.

The local celebrations and winter delights are not just for residents of Moose Jaw to enjoy. Osmachenko points out that families from surrounding communities have participated in the First Night event in past years,

and he invites everyone to join in for this year’s 23rd annual event.

“It’s a whole lot of fun, and good for the whole family,” he says.

First Night will be held on Dec. 31 from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tickets go on sale at the Kinsmen Sportsplex on Dec. 1 and will cost $30

for a family of four, and $5 for each additional family member until Dec. 23. The facility will be closed Dec. 24, 25, and 26 for holidays and preparation, and the ticket prices will increase to $40 beginning Dec. 27, until Dec. 31.

Mo r e i n f o r m a t i o n i s available at www.moosejaw.ca.

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What’s Happening in Oct. 19-20 Flea Market & Trade Show Zion Social Hall, 423 Main St. N., Friday, Oct. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Oct. 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Zion is hosting its very first Flea Market & Trade Show. Free admission. Food items for the Food Bank will be accepted.

Oct. 20 Christmas Craft Sale Timothy Eaton Centre, 510 Main St. N., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Oct. 25 to 28 Christmas in October Shopping extravaganza and great attractions help get an early start on the holiday season.

Oct. 27 Ghostly Games Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 1 p.m.

Children ages seven and under can have some Halloween fun, with games, crafts, photo booth and a goodie bag. Come in costume. Regular Museum admission applies. Free for WDM members.

Oct. 27 Hallowe’en Bash 2018 Masonic Temple, 1755 Main St. N., 8 p.m.

The 7th annual Hallowe’en Bash hosted by the South Central Early Childhood Intervention Program (ECIP).

Dress up and enjoy music, dancing, midnight lunch, door prizes, 50/50 draw and cash prizes for best costumes while raising money and supporting ECIP and the services it provides to children. Tickets are $25 in advance by calling the ECIP office at 306-6922616 or Nancy at 306-630-5892.

Oct. 27 and 28 Whistlestop Craft Sale Moose Jaw Exhibition Convention Centre, Oct. 27 2-9 p.m.; Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission is $5 and parking is free of charge.

Nov. 3 In Remembrance Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 2 p.m.

Saskatchewan author, Mark Cote, will be speaking about his book, That Lucky Old Son, an autobiography about re-discovering his father. A number of short films from the National Film Board about Canada at war will also be screened e throughout the day.

Nov. 15-17 Little Women: The Broadway Musical Mae West Theatre, Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 217 Main St. N., times vary.

Presented by Vanier Collegiate.

Nov. 17 Yuletyme Craft & Trade Show Minto United Church Auditorium, 1036 - 7th Ave. NW, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Nov. 17 and 18 Annual Festival of Trees Heritage Inn The gala evening features decorated trees on auction. Proceeds go toward the Moose Jaw Health Foundation. Tickets are $200 and are available by calling Sherryn at 306-694-0373.

Nov. 18 Festival of Trees Family Brunch Heritage Inn, doors open at 11:30 a.m. for viewing of the trees and other auction items, with brunch starting at noon. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children.

Nov. 18 Sundae with Santa Heritage Inn, 4-6 p.m.

Photos with Santa, along with special events, and ice cream. Tickets are $8.

Nov. 3 RuBarb Productions annual Gala Fundraiser, 1940’s Murder Mystery Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa, 24 Fairford St. E., 6-11:59 p.m.

Nov. 24 Breakfast With Mrs. Claus Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 9-11 a.m.

This annual breakfast fundraiser is hosted by the Girl Guides of Moose Jaw, who will also be selling baking throughout the morning.

Tickets are $5 per person; children age 3 and under enter free. Tickets are available at the WDM or from the Girl Guides.

Nov. 3 World Christmas Market St. Andrew’s United Church, Social Hall,60 Athabasca St. E., 10 a.m.

The Market (formerly known as Trade Fair) offers a variety of merchandise from hand crafted items to clothing. This has been a popular event for shoppers especially those looking for a unique Christmas gift. There will be an international flavour at this year’s sale with a Multicultural addition.

Nov. 24 Kids’ Secret Shopping Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 10 a.m.

Children ages 10 and under can do their Christmas shopping with help from the WDM’s friendly elves. No parents allowed.

All gifts are $15 or less (cash only please).

The Moose Jaw Amateur Radio Club will also be on hand to help kids talk to Santa via shortwave radio.

Nov. 3 Wakamow Valley Christmas Craft and Bake Sale Sportsman’s Centre Event Hall, 276 Home St. E., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Get a jump on holiday shopping, pick up some sweet treats, take a chance at the penny parade and have a bite to eat. Admission is $3.

Nov. 24 Chili Bowl Fundraiser Sportsmen Centre, 276 Home St. E., 5-9 p.m.

Presented by the Moose Jaw Pottery Club.

Dec. 1 and 2 Christmas Trade Fair Royal Canadian Legion, 268 High St. W., Dec. 1, 11 a.m.; Dec. 5 p.m.

There will be a Penny Parade, and food and drink available. Admission is a donation to the food bank.

Dec. 1 Poor Nameless Boy Mae Wilson Theatre, Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 217 Main St. N., 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Regina-based indie folk artist Joel Henderson leaves a piece of himself on stage every time he performs. Presented with the support of the Organization of Saskatchewan Arts Councils. Prices vary.

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If you’re looking for something to do indoors with your family over the Christmas break from school, the WDM will be showing a selection of short films from the National Film Board. Regular WDM admission applies.

WDM member enter free.

Dec. 23 Holiday Emoji Challenge Sunday, Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 9 a.m.

Get emoji cards at the front desk and go on a quest to find something in the Museum that represents the emojis on the cards.

Snap a photo and post to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for a chance to win a WDM membership. Regular Museum admission applies.

Dec. 31 First Night Kinsmen Sportsplex $30 for a family of four, and $5 for each additional family member until Dec. 23; ticket prices will increase to $40 beginning Dec. 27.

For an updated calendar of events https:// www.discovermoosejaw.com/communityevents While every effort is made to ensure that the information in this listing is correct, details may be subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and admission fees before attending.

Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 A Briercrest Christmas: the Heart of Christmas Briercrest College, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 1 and 2 at 2:30 p.m. Turkey dinners will take place Dec. 1 at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m.

Tickets for the performances are $18 for adults, $12 for children and $50 for a family of two adults and two children. Tickets for the performances and turkey dinner are $42 for adults and $35 for children.

Dec. 6 Holiday Train Time and location to be announced.

Dec. 7 Louisiana Hayride Christmas Show Mae Wilson Theatre, Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 217 Main St. N. Dec. 7 to 9 Elf the Musical, Jr. Mae Wilson Theatre, Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 217 Main St. N., times vary A RuBarb School of Performing Arts Production. Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. Prices vary.

Dec. 14 Holiday Swing and Then Some Mae Wilson Theatre, Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 217 Main St. N. Presented by the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra, with Moose Jaw’s very own A. E. Peacock Jazz Band.

Dec.15 and 22 A Christmas Long Ago Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Young visitors are invited to learn about the festive season in Saskatchewan long ago, and make an old-fashioned craft. Recommended for ages five years and older. Families welcome. Pre-registration is required; call 306-693-5989.

Dec. 22 to Jan. 6 School Break Short Films Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr., 9 a.m.

Giffts and Decor r We would love to be part of your Christmas shopping experience.

Enjoy Christmas treats and get your shopping underway!

Chrrisstmass in Octoberr Hourss Thursday, Oct. 25 ........ 10 AM - 9 PM Friday, Oct.26 ............. 10 AM - 9 PM Saturday, Oct. 27......... 10 AM - 5 PM Sunday, Oct. 28........... 12 PM - 4 PM

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An angel ascends over the stage during the climactic Nativity scene in Briercrest College’s 2016 production of A Christmas Prodigal.

Finding the Heart of Christmas at

Briercrest College

By Michael King A small mountain town learns what the meaning of true generosity in A Briercrest Christmas presents The Heart of Christmas, an original dramatic musical presented by Briercrest College and Seminary in Caronport.

Kick off the Christmas season on Nov. 30 to Dec. 2 in Briercrest College’s historic Hildebrand Chapel and witness the story of two sisters who are willing to give everything they have to help the people around them.

A train rolls into a small mountain town where the inhabitants hesitantly welcome their unusual new pastor. On the same train two sisters arrive with the dream of starting a diner. While the town unfairly rejects the girls despite the teachings of the new pastor, an avalanche threatens not only the town’s Christmas festivities but the safety of its citizens. In the face of jealousy, fear and doubt, the townspeople must draw together and learn the pastor’s lesson: that the most generous gift is one offered from

the heart. The Heart of Christmas is a story of love, forgiveness and generosity that will warm your heart and prepare you for the Christmas season.

“Community is so important, particularly at Christmas,” explains artistic director Ron de Jager.

“We see that in this story on many levels, which unfolds the beauty of generosity against a backdrop of isolation and danger.” This production is suitable for all ages and filled with exciting sights, sounds, and music, inspiring audiences to carry the heart of Christmas home.

A Briercrest Christmas is the largest and most spectacular production of its kind in Saskatchewan. The production features a full cast and mass choir of close to one hundred singers, orchestra, expansive sets, beautiful costumes, and music that will bring audiences to the heart of Christmas in the Rocky Mountains.

T he dramatic produc tion is interspersed with traditional Christmas carols and characteristic tunes of the mountain region.

In addition to the musical, A Briercrest Christmas will host the annual Christmas Craft Sale and Turkey Dinner. The craft sale runs each day of the performances, featuring booths from local artists and craftspeople where musical attendees can complete their Christmas shopping with beautifully unique gifts. Two seatings of the Turkey Dinner will be held on the Saturday, after the matinee and before the evening performance. Space is limited, so be sure to get your tickets today.

The Heart of Christmas will be presented Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, at 7 p.m., and Dec. 1 and 2, at 2:30 p.m.

Turkey dinners will take place Dec. 1, at 4:30 and 5:30 p.m.

Tickets for the performances are $18 for adults, $12 for children and $50 for a family of two adults and two children. Tickets for the performances and turkey dinner are $42 for adults and $35 for children. To purchase tickets, call 1-888-462-2202 or visit www.

Briercrest.ca/Christmas.

This article was submitted by Briercrest College and Seminary.

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