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Celebrating
It all started in a house
Like many years before, Moose Jaw is getting a head start on the holiday season. Trees are going up, lights are being lit and the season is starting off in grand style. Christmas in October has become a holiday tradition for local residents and tourists alike. Every year, the holiday kickoff event grows bigger and better, but this year marks a milestone. What began in Yvette Moore’s character home with every railing, chair and table covered in Moose Jaw’s standout art, crafts and unique creations, now celebrates 25 years of early holiday excitement. What began with eager guests lined up around the block, has expanded to a city-wide event that is anticipated year round. It began at a single home… but doors have opened to a city of excited shoppers looking for this year’s best of the holidays. Christmas shop on foot throughout Historic Downtown Moose Jaw and beyond, which is decked out and inviting guests to relish in the joy of the holidays. Avoid the hustle and bustle of a mall and return to the enjoyment of Christmas shopping with sights and sounds that bring back the delight in the holidays. Shop this year’s newest themes of holiday décor; find that perfect holiday outfit; and take in the sights, sounds, and tastes that will be sure to evoke memories and create new ones. Moore, artist and owner of Yvette Moore Gallery, started Christmas in October in her own home in 1990. An artist herself, she was eager to get her work out there, so she opened her doors and invited other local artisans to decorate her home
with unique hand-crafted products for everyone to enjoy. Presently and proudly, Moore is able to showcase some of Western Canada’s finest art, pottery, jewelry, glassworks, woodworks and so much more in the expansive gallery that housed The Land Title’s Office a century ago. Twentyfive years later, Moore is elated to have this event expanded to include over 40 other businesses exhibiting Moose Jaw’s unique style and spirit of the holidays. Along with the support of the City and its Economic Development Services, it is evident how this event has become an attraction itself. Beginning on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 21 and carrying on through until Sunday, Oct. 25, downtown Moose Jaw lights up its Christmas lights and the Yvette Moore Gallery kicks it off with its Candlelight Ceremony at 7 p.m. Moose Jaw invites guests to carry on their own tradition of early holiday enjoyment, or create a new yearly event kicking off the merriment of the season. With many businesses extending their hours and opening their doors to exclusive events and festivities, the event is not one to be missed. Get swept up in the atmosphere of holiday enjoyment with traditional flair and early holiday spirit in enchanting historic downtown Moose Jaw. Main Street and beyond are chock full of great gift ideas, without the hustle and bustle that commonly surrounds the holiday season. Come join the celebration of Christmas in October. A merry little visit to Moose Jaw, in the heart of history. Submitted by Christmas in October
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Twenty five years ago, In Yvette's very own home, Every square inch was decorated, For all to come roam. Christmas began early, Often times before the snow, A tradition had begun, A quarter of a century ago. A larger palette indeed now, A much grander show, Holiday cheer has spread wider, A whole City, aglow. What began with a house, In October of each year, Now a city celebration, An early gift of holiday cheer. Join us yet again, To celebrate twenty five. It's Christmas in October, When holiday spirit comes alive!
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for Christmas
While the rest of the world has to wait until December, the holiday season begins early in the Moose Jaw. The now famous Christmas in October offers residents and visitors to the Friendly City all the joys of Christmas well in advance. From Oct. 21, when Christmas in October gets started this year, until early in the New Year, there’s a lot to see and do. And, Moose Jaw’s downtown — with its array of shops, restaurants, accommodations, spas and entertainment — doesn’t disappoint. The lights shine all along the route of the Christmas parade, which ends at Fift h Avenue Collection (pictured at right), with its incredible decorative displays.
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Yes, there is indeed a Santa Claus — and he lives in the hearts of all who believe in the spirit of Christmas. ‘Tis the season for trees and lights and sparkles: the season for special foods, and Christmas trees, and elves, and all things warm and wonderful. It’s the season for children, and for the adults who bring their dreams to life. Adults like moms and dads who hang the lights and bake the treats. Adults like aunts and uncles and grandmas and grandpas, and neighbours and friends, who gather for the season. And, adults like Roger and Barb Dickson, a.k.a. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Roger is a dead ringer for the Merry Old Elf and he’s scheduled to occupy the Santa throne at the Southland Mall in Regina and, if all goes according to plan, he will once again be atop his sleigh for the Moose Jaw Santa Claus Parade. If so, this will be his twelfth parade and wife Barb’s fifth. Even if the temperature outside is frightful, the parade is always delightful, and Roger said there is plenty of warmth. “I’m always amazed at the number of youngsters, and the families of course, that come to the parade. They’re all bundled up because usually it’s very cold, but the smiles on their faces are worth it. It actually warms your heart — it does, it’s just an amazing feeling,” he said. The Dicksons don’t limit their Christmas cheer to Regina and Moose Jaw, or even Canada, but spread that warm Christmas glow wherever they go — even to the Caribbean. Roger, with his full white beard, takes his Santa hat with him when the couple goes on vacation in January each year, and it usually doesn’t take long for the kids to notice. “The wonder of the youngsters,” Roger marvels, telling of a child in Mexico who came running across a restaurant as Roger and Barb were walking to their room. Leaning over a railing, he called, ‘Santa! Santa! It’s me, Charlie!’ So,
I said, ‘Oh, hi Charlie. How are you? We had such a busy Christmas this year.’ And, he was just beside himself,” Roger said. Roger, and Santa, bring joy to those even farther away. He tells of another Caribbean encounter, this one with two young English girls who introduced themselves to the man with the beard and the red cap: “And, they asked if I knew Elizabeth. I said, ‘Yes, of course, I know so many young children.’ ‘Well,’ the girls said, ‘she lives down the way. She doesn’t believe in Santa Claus. But she’ll have to now — we have pictures.’” “Those kinds of things are just amazing,” Roger said, with good reason. It all began long ago in a province far
away — B.C. to be exact, where Roger was working at a Vancouver television station in the mid-1970s. Even then he must have had the ‘look’ and the station tapped him to be Santa for the employee Christmas party. Upon his return home to Moose Jaw, he worked in various capacities with the Tunnels of Moose Jaw. Then, in 2003, as he was working as one of the character guides in the Tunnels one of the guests, a couple getting married around Christmastime, approached Roger to make an appearance at their wedding as Santa. The organizers of the Christmas parade were also looking for someone to
be Santa. Roger agreed to both requests, and it was the start of something magical. When Barb was finally convinced to join him three years ago, it was as if it were always meant to be. With Santa and Mrs. Claus united, the Moose Jaw parade became, as Roger explained, a “real-life family affair,” Dickson said. For the Dickson family, and everyone else who loves the spirit of the season, spreading the warmth of the holiday spirit is, indeed, a family affair. Can you feel it, Elizabeth?
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The child in all of us can only marvel at the extra days and weeks of Christmas excitement Moose Jaw offers. While the rest of the world has to wait until December, the city sidewalks of Moose Jaw are already dressed in holiday cheer and the air is, indeed, fi lled with the feeling of Christmas already in late October. Thanks to the annual Christmas in October, Moose Jaw residents and visitors alike can enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and, yes, even sales of the holiday season for more than two months. Santa comes early to Moose Jaw, with a wide range of events and activities throughout the city. While many take place at various recreational and entertainment facilities, along with outdoor fun in the Wakamow Valley, the spirit of Christmas lives in the downtown. With its historic Norman Rockwell-style heritage properties, many of them wrapped in Christmas trimmings, the downtown is the main attraction.
“One of our gems is our downtown,” said Deb Thorn, economic development officer for the City of Moose Jaw. Christmas in October is definitely one of the success stories the City can build on as part of a current downtown revitalization effort. “There is nothing finer than people visiting Moose Jaw, having fun and enjoying a unique experience. It’s good for the city and keeps the tills ringing,” she says, as the city’s downtown merchants get into the holiday spirit. In addition to visual displays and holiday music, many businesses offer their customers festive beverages, samples and treats to enjoy while they shop. There are also extended hours, and restaurants offer special menus. The event draws visitors from across the Prairies and into the United States, with some booking months ahead. And, they come for more than the shopping, Thorn says. “It’s an attraction in itself, to come here [for Christmas in October]. This is about having fun,” she says. Among the
many entertainment opportunities are those offered at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre or the Mosaic Place multiplex. There’s certainly plenty of seasonal ambience, says Liz Craigen owner of Cranberry Rose Boutique, who has participated in the event in one way or another since she opened her business in downtown Moose Jaw. “The [Christmas lights downtown] give people a festival spirit and gets everyone in the mood for Christmas,” she says. The event has certainly grown over the years, she says “A lot of merchants are catching the spirit and taking part this year that haven’t before. They’ve noticed how well it’s worked in the past and the number of people it draws into Moose Jaw,” she says. Craigen plans a number of specials in her boutique for this year, including having 20 trees each decorated in a different theme. Better yet — customers will get a chance to win one with every purchase, as well as an entry into weekly draws.
The holiday spirit carries on after Christmas in October officially concludes on October 25, with events and activities continuing until the First Night Celebrations at the Kinsmen Sportsplex cap off this year’s season. And, Moose Jaw’s downtown doesn’t disappoint with its array of shops, restaurants, accommodations, spas and entertainment.
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merald Custom Creations is an innovative business that has been providing customers with quality workmanship and unique products for the last 27 years. Formally known as Emerald Glass & Gallery they continue to offer custom picture framing, unique art, and home décor at 476 Fairford Street W in Moose Jaw. As always they offer custom framing of art, jerseys, memorabilia as well as dry mounting, plaque mounting and lamination of photos.
Emerald specializes in an array of in house custom services that include embroidery and digital screen printing. Visit their showroom to view a large selection of the latest styles of clothing that can be customized to suit your business or sports team. Our specialty is making you look good. The giftware and award division offers unique gifts and awards that can be customized with lasering and engraving. They can turn ordinary gifts into extraordinary. The custom printing division offers large format printing, canvassing and custom banners. Emerald is your one stop shop for everything custom and there is no job to big or too small. Visit Emerald Custom Creations for Christmas in October as their showroom is transformed into a winter wonderland of over 10 dazzling trees filled with sparkling ornaments many of which can be personalized. Emerald Custom Creations …. Creativity lives here ….
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contributes to good cause, holiday cheer For many Moose Jaw residents, a visit by the CP Holiday Train has become an exciting part of their holiday traditions. This year, the train will once again warm up a wintery evening with entertainment and the spirit of giving as it stops at its usual location in the city, 3 Manitoba St. W. (west of the CP Station) on Dec. 17. Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) operates two Holiday Trains, each one about 1,000 feet long and made up of 14 rail cars decorated with hundreds of thousands of LED lights and holiday designs. One train travels from Montreal to Vancouver while the other travels the Northeast U.S., southern Ontario, U.S. Midwest and the Dakotas. The trains have a modified boxcar that has been transformed into a travelling stage in order to present concerts along the route. Musicians perform some of their most-popular hits and seasonal favourites for crowds that gather at pre-determined stops along the way. The shows are free of charge, but attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or cash donations for the food bank. Since its inception in in 1999, the Holiday Train has raised $10.6 million and 3.6 million pounds of food, and everything that is raised stays in the community in which it was collected. Moose Jaw and District Food Bank manager Terri Smith said the 2014 Holiday Train visit brought in 1,170 pounds of
food and generous cash donations, making it one of the year’s top food drives for the organization. She said CP and local CP employees made substantial cash donations that year and many attendees brought both food and cash, adding to the contribution. As part of CP Has Heart, the CP Holiday Train aims to generate healthier donations so that everyone can have access healthy, nutritious food. Those donating food are encouraged to take a second glance when choosing what to donate and ensure their non-perishable donations are heart-healthy. Food banks benefitting from the program are also asked to commit part of CP’s monetary donation to
healthy food initiatives or purchases. The Holiday Train epitomizes the warmth of the Christmas spirit. “Most years, it’s really cold and you really have to bundle up, but once the train pulls up and the crowd comes out and everyone’s gathered all together, it warms up in a hurry. The train is all lit up — it’s beautiful and you can see it coming for miles and miles,” said Smith. “The crowd gets very excited to see it rolling up, especially when It’s really cold outside.” The atmosphere, she said, is “very happy, very giving, very generous. It’s just a nice family fun night.” Smith said that, although the amount and number of donations varies somewhat from year to year, the train consistently
draws a substantial crowd. “We always have a great turnout. A lot of people in Moose Jaw look forward to it every year.” December is an important month for the food bank, both in terms of donations and need. “Christmastime is one of our biggest times for donations. It’s a very giving time, so we try and collect as many monetary and food donations as we can in in the month of December, because it goes down the rest of the year.” But, as donations increase, so does the need. “Our numbers (of clients) go up every year right before Christmas. It’s wintertime, so, of course, utility bills go up and you have Christmas. A lot of families are trying to make sure that their little ones are taken care of and having food on the table is one of the hardest things to do. By the time you grab a few gifts and pay off all your bills, you kind of realize, ‘holy cow, I don’t have a whole lot to cover food!’ ” The CP Holiday Train experience in Moose Jaw, with entertainment by Devon Cuddy, Kelly Prescott and the Holiday Train Band, is a wonderful way to enjoy some great entertainment while embracing the spirit of giving during the holiday season. For the finalized schedule and details of the entertainment that will be lighting up the Holiday Train stage in Moose Jaw, visit cpr.ca after October 14.
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With myriad activities and events, Moose Jaw offers more winter fun than a barrel full of elves — especially over the Christmas holiday season. Barb Fysh, recreation services manager for the City of Moose Jaw, said there are all kinds of activities for residents and visitors to enjoy over the winter, and especially during the Christmas 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,” she said, advising anyone interested to check out the hours and prices online at http://www. moosejaw.ca/?service=swimming . An ongoing service that Moose Jaw Parks and Recreation provides to families 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 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., and Free Swimming 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. This is followed by Free Teen Swim for ages 12 to 18, from 9:30 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 really gets going on New Year’s Eve. Standing on the cusp of a new year is always exciting, as we reflect on the year that has just passed and open the door to a new year full of possibility. And, doing so with one’s family makes the excitement of New Year’s Eve even more special. Most bars and restaurants offer special events to mark the celebration, but nothing can compare to the
Moose Jaw’s recreation facilities provide a fun, safe atmosphere for families, and are open for extended hours during the holiday season. Above, children enjoy the climbing apparatus in the Kinsmen Sportsplex pool. Photo courtesy of Kinsmen Sportsplex
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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 Wii video, table games, billiards, air hockey and music, along with numerous other things to see and do. “We want to provide a fun, family atmosphere,” said Shelly Howe, the recreation program supervisor for the Kinsmen Sportsplex. 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. Fysh points out that family from surrounding communities also participated in the First Night event in past years, and she invites everyone to join in for this year’s 20th annual event. “It’s a whole lot of fun, and good for the whole family,” she said. 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 from Dec. 27 until Dec. 31. More information about these events is available at http://www.moosejaw.ca/?service=swimming.
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Small businesses, regardless of the number of employees, have a great opportunity to show their appreciation to their staff for the year’s work and to celebrate the Christmas season, as the Heritage Inn and Convention Centre and Golden West Broadcasting present the Annual Small Business Christmas Party. The 2015 event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning with cocktails at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. The meal will include turkey, roast beef, perogies, cabbage rolls, whipped potatoes, gravy, veggies, a full section of salads and a dessert table. A dance with Backstage DJ will follow. The event sells out each year, with 400 attendees, so businesses of any size — from
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(NC) — Fresh baked cookies, hotout-of-the-oven pies, flaky pastries and decadent desserts are unavoidable during the holiday season. Some people look forward to holiday treats all year, but we know that baked goods tend to have a lot of sugar and fat. Avid bakers have become creative with ingredients to decrease the amount of empty calories in their recipes and replace them with healthy, natural alternatives that pack a nutritional punch. Let’s start with a few inventive alternatives for white flour, refined sugar, butter and oil. Substitute white flour with a can of black beans in your chocolatey brownies. Use one 15-ounce (425-gram) can — drained, rinsed and pureed — for
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What’s happening
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OCT. 15 The Louisiana Hayride Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 7:30 p.m.
> The recreation of a live radio show featuring the music of stars like Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynne, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins and Jerry Lee Lewis.
OCT. 16, 23 & 30 Medieval Nights Hopkins Dining Parlour
> A feast served in the style and atmosphere of medieval times.
OCT. 21 – 25 Christmas in October Presented by businesses in Moose Jaw’s downtown area and beyond. OCT. 23 9th Annual Comedy Retreat Heritage Inn Cocktails and appetizers, 7 p.m. Yuk Yuk Comedians, 8 p.m.
> A fundraising event in support of the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign.
OCT. 23 & 24 Whistlestop Craft Fair Moose Jaw Exhibition Convention Centre OCT. 24 Town and Country Singles Dance Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 66 Vaughan St., 8 p.m. > Dance with Dennis Ficor and son. Midnight lunch.
OCT. 24 Haunted Museum Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village and Museum, south of Moose Jaw on Hwy. No.2 OCT. 24 Four By Four Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 8 p.m.
> Tribute to the music of The Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Bee Gees and Motown
OCT. 25 Ghostly Games Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr.
> Children are invited to enjoy Halloween fun at the Western Development Museum. Costumes Welcome. Regular Admission applies.
OCT. 29 Bret Michaels, with opening act Buckcherry Mosaic Place, 110 First Ave. NW., 8 p.m. NOV. 4 - 7 Mary Poppins, The Broadway Musical Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, 7 p.m. Presented by Cornerstone Christian School For tickets phone 306-693-2937 NOV. 5 Festival of Flavours The Sportsman’s Centre, 276 Home St. E., 6 p.m.
> Wakamow Valley presents an opportunity to sample tasty food, fine, wine, beer and spirits.
NOV. 7 Christmas Craft and Bake Sale The Sportsman’s Centre, 276 Home St. E., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. > Baked goods, locally made crafts, a hot concession, penny parade and a door prize.
NOV. 7 Burrowing Owl Fundraiser Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds Doors open at 5:30 p.m., supper at 6:30 p.m.
> Supper, silent and live auction, interactive games show and hypnotist show with William James Bentley.
NOV. 14 Town and Country Singles Dance Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 66 Vaughan St., 8 p.m. > Dance with Len Gadica. Midnight lunch.
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. 17 Three Days Grace Mosaic Place, 110 First Ave. N.W., 7:30 p.m.
NOV. 22 Moose Jaw Health Foundation’s Festival of Trees Brunch Heritage Inn, 1590 Main St. N.
NOV. 18 CineView — A Walk in the Woods Galaxy Cinemas, 7:30 p.m.
NOV. 28 Town and Country Singles Dance Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 66 Vaughan St., 8 p.m.
> CineView is a committee run branch of the Saskatchewan Festival of Words that exists to bring some of the world’s best cinema to Moose Jaw.
NOV. 19 Styx Mosaic Place, 110 First Ave. N.W., 7:30 p.m. NOV. 20 Third annual Illumination Lights On Event Tourism Moose Jaw Visitor Centre, 450 Diefenbaker Drive, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. > Experience 10,000 plus holiday lights, being lit up, wagon rides, face painting, hot chocolate and a movie. Free of charge.
NOV. 21 Festival of Trees Heritage Inn, 1590 Main St. N. NOV. 21 Kids’ Secret Shopping Day and Shortwave to Santa Western Development Museum, 50 Diefenbaker Dr.
> Children 10 and under can get their Christmas shopping finished and wrapped with help from some friendly elves. Cash only. No parents allowed. > Shortwave to Santa Claus allows children to talk to Santa Claus at the North Pole. Sponsored by The Moose Jaw Amateur Radio Club.
NOV. 21 Moose Jaw Pottery Club’s Chili Bowl Fundraiser Wakamow Sportsman Centre, 278 Home St. W.; cocktails, 5:30; supper, 6:15
> Door prizes, silent auction items, pottery for sale and you keep your handcrafted dinner bowl.
> Dance with Leon Ochs. Midnight lunch.
DEC. 2 – 6 A Year With Frog and Toad Moose Jaw Cultural Centre 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
> Broadway musical based on the books by Arnold Lobel. For all ages
DEC. 12 Breakfast with Santa YMCA Moose Jaw 220 Fairford St. E. DEC. 12 Town and Country Singles Dance Church of Our Lady Community Centre, 66 Vaughan St., 8 p.m. > Dance with Leon Ochs. Midnight lunch.
DEC. 18 Comedian Brent Butt Moose Jaw Cultural Centre Presented by Casino Moose Jaw DEC. 22 Rory Allen – I’ll be Home for Christmas Moose Jaw Cultural Centre Presented by Casino Moose Jaw DEC. 29 – 31 Into the Pantos Presented by Diversified Theatre
> Starring favourite Saskatchewan theatre performers from pantos of the past four years at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, this is a laugh-out-loud holiday concert for the whole family.
DEC. 31 Winter Wagon Rides Kiwanis River Park — Wakamow Valley, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free of charge.
Sharing the joy of giving
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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 gratification is multiplied. A gift of a Burrowing Owl adoption from the Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre (SBOIC) in Moose Jaw will not only delight family and friends, it will have a much wider impact. Money raised through the adoption program helps the Centre care for the birds it raises, helping maintain the population. The program is very successful, especially around the holiday season, said Centre Owl Co-ordinator Lori Johnson. “It’s particularly successful for us around the Christmas time, though it is a year-round program,” she said. Johnson points out that helping Burrow-
ing Owls ends up benefitting us all. “They are a very significant factor in a healthy ecosystem,” she said. “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.” Populations of these little grounddwelling birds have been declining since the 1980s: since 1987, the population has declined by 96 per cent. They were officially declared an endangered species in 1995. It is estimated that there are currently only between 800-1000 pairs of owls breeding in Canada —with half of them in Saskatchewan. The 2014 census numbers show a 43 per cent increase in the Burrowing Owl numbers with 30 pairs of owls being reported (Operation Burrowing Owl, Nature Saskatchewan). There are numerous factors that affect the Burrowing Owl population—habitat loss and/or change, pesticide use, which can lead to a decrease in prey sources, a decrease in
A gift of a Burrowing Owl adoption will not only delight family and friends, it will have a much wider impact.
the animals that provide burrows, human contact, and mortalities during migration and on their U.S. winter grounds. The Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre promotes conservation of the owl and its native prairie habitat through education, stewardship and eco-tourism. In-house tours and the Owls on Tour program give groups and individuals 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. The cost of maintaining owls in captivity adds up quickly: food alone costs about $400 per owl per year. One hundred per cent of the funds raised through the Adopt an Owl program goes to-
ward their upkeep, and contributions are all tax deductible. Adoption prices vary depending upon the length of time. A six-month adoption period is available for $50; a year is $100, and $175 buys a two-year adoption. The adoption package includes: • A certificate with details about your adopted owl, including a picture, as well as an additional photo ready for framing. • A fact sheet on burrowing owls, and two postcards. One- and two-year adoption packages also receive either a stuffed plush burrowing owl toy or a SBOIC lapel pin. The Centre will also send the adoption package as a gift, including a personalized letter to the recipient. To arrange for an adoption, or to learn more about the program, visit www.skburrowingowl.ca.
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Christmas tree retailers in Moose Jaw
ADOPT-AN-OWL makes a great Christmas gift! The Saskatchewan Burrowing Owl Interpretive Centre (SBOIC), along with the support of Husky Energy, is once again offering a special Adopt-an-Owl package for the holiday season. For your donation you will receive a 2016 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
There are many locations at which to purchase fresh Christmas trees in Moose Jaw. Pick up a bushy, fragrant tree at any of the following locations: An evening full of fun and entertainment consis>ng of:
Keon Garden Centre, 1645 Stadacona St. W. Canadian Tire, 1350 Main St. N. Wal Mart, 551 Thatcher Drive E. The Real Canadian Superstore, 30 Thatcher Drive E. Kiwanis Club of Moose Jaw sells trees on the northeast corner of the Moose Jaw Co-op parking lot, 500 First Ave. NW. Sales start on the last Saturday in November. Town ‘n Country Mall, near the former Zellers location at 1235 Main St. N.
- Meet & Greet with PoOer and Cricket our Imprinted Owls - Supper - An InteracPve Game Show - Penny Parade, Silent AucPon, and More! - Finishing the Evening with a Hypnosis Show hosted by William James Bentley
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE MJ EXHIBITION OFFICE ~ $40.00 Per Ticket OR ~ $300.00 for a Table of 8
GOOD FUN FOR A GOOD CAUSE! FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: SBOIC @ 306-692-8710 or MJ EX CO @ 306-692-2723
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Tourism Moose Jaw will be presenting its third annual Illumination — A Lights On Celebration on Friday, Nov. 20, at the Tourism Moose Jaw Visitor Centre, near Mac the Moose, 450 Diefenbaker Drive. Tourism Moose Jaw will turn on more than 10,000 lights that decorate its property. The event, which will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., is free of charge and will include wagon rides, face painting, hot chocolate and a movie.
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Victorian noblewoman learns a valuable BY MICHAEL KING
Shopkeeper Theodore, played by Aaron Balkaran, and Constance, played by Laura Teeple, discuss a plan to win over the heart of Constance’s Aunt Agnes so that the couple can continue their plans to be wed. That proves to be a challenge for the couple, though, as Aunt Agnes is a privileged Victorian woman who doesn’t approve of her niece marrying a shopkeeper. Photo courtesy Briercrest College and Seminary
A BRIERCREST CHRISTMAS PRESENTS
An Original Dramatic Musical in Caronport, SK ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Ron de Jager
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Being robbed and thrown into a trash heap doesn’t usually make for a great Christmas, but that’s the lesson Aunt Agnes, a privileged Victorian lady in Briercrest College and Seminary’s A Christmas Samaritan, needed to learn. Come witness Aunt Agnes learning her lesson on Nov. 27-29 at Briercrest College and Seminary’s historic Hildebrand Chapel. The original dramatic musical is set against the backdrop of a Christmas Eve and morning in Victorian London. Aunt Agnes, a privileged noblewoman with a born distaste for the lower classes, is threatened when her niece desires to marry a shopkeeper. As Agnes welcomes other proper suitors for her niece,
the niece and shopkeeper act on a plan to win Aunt Agnes over. The plan fails miserably, and all seems lost until Aunt Agnes is robbed and thrown in a trash heap. Dirty, injured, and appearing to be one of the lower classes, she recognizes her own prejudice when her former friends reject her cries for help, and the shopkeeper comes to her aid. “The story reminds us that Christmas is about giving, serving and loving, regardless of reputation or status,” says artistic director Ron de Jager. “Join these colourful characters as they discover hope and forgiveness. They will make you laugh, cry and thoughtfully reflect on what Christmas is all about.” With a mass choir of 100 singers and a cast of 30 actors, de Jager describes Briercrest’s annual Christmas musical as one of the largest and most spectacular Christmas productions in Saskatchewan. A Christmas Samaritan also features the Briercrest orchestra and soloists, all performing traditional carols in an original drama presented in the historic chapel. In addition to the musical, Briercrest will host a craft sale and a turkey dinner prior to each evening performance. The craft sale features booths from local artists and craftspeople where attendees of the musical can complete their Christmas shopping with beautifully unique gifts. Turkey dinner seating is very limited, so be sure to order your tickets today! A Christmas Samaritan will be presented at 7 p.m. on Nov. 27 and 28, and at 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 28 and 29. Let us save you a seat today! 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 your tickets, call 1-888462-2202 or visit briercrest.ca/ christmas. This article was submitted by Briercrest College and Seminary
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One-stop
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LEFT: LDL Designer Fashions’ key finders. Supplied BELOW: Honey from Longman Apiaries from Rocanville, SK. Supplied
craft sale
The Whistlestop craft sale could be the only stop you will need to make to satisfy everyone on your Christmas list. Offering everything from jewelry to children’s items, Whistlestop helps you to fast-track your Christmas shopping and avoid last minute stress. Whistlestop is Moose Jaw’s largest Christmas craft sale, showcasing the work of 65 crafters and artists from Alberta to Ontario, including some of Saskatchewan’s very best crafters. New and returning vendors come together at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Convention Centre on Oct. 23 and 24 during Moose Jaw’s Christmas in October weekend. One of the new exhibitors at the Whistlestop craft sale is Chris Bell from Medicine Hat, Alta. Chris creates amazing art with gourds. She started making bird houses out of the gourds but has progressed to bowls, all kinds of snowmen, wall hangings and even gourd lights. Petals Plus is a first-time exhibitor with Whistlestop. This mother-and-daughter team from Langenburg, Sask. has been creating wonderful, whimsical woodwork for over 20 years. Stop by their booth fi lled with Christmas ornaments, snowmen, and Halloween items. Bee by the Sea Natural Products is from Barrie, Ont., and will be selling skin products, shampoo and conditioners made from Canadian-grown Sea Buckthorn, a plant with amazing natural benefits. Carol’s Custom Designs started with a passion for sewing 43 years ago. Carol will have aprons that are made from high-quality cotton, and woolen hooded ponchos, perfect for an evening out, or with jeans.
Carol has designed and made everything from clothing to uniforms to liturgical accessories. Stitch Collection includes the work of three good friends from Yorkton. They love to create clothing for Barbie dolls, cabbage patch dolls, American Girl dolls, Maplelea dolls and more. Their booth also includes knitted and crocheted sweaters, hats, slippers and mittens Christmas ornament from Daria Done Ems of Ontario. Supplied for children. M & M Glass with Class is one year at the sale. Be sure to get a package of of Moose Jaw’s own treasures. Brenda’s their delicious sausage. stained glass booth is a feast for the eyes. Helen Anne Designs from Regina is back She has expanded her product line to at Whistlestop this year with a beautiful include fused glass, beads, lapidary and collection of women’s clothing. silversmithing. She also offers classes and Krazy Kandles are truly unique. The sells supplies. Rochats love to bring cool and colourful Rustic Crate Designs from Mortlach is candle creations to Whistlestop. new to Whistlestop, and customers will Funky Fleece is another exhibitor from love the handmade crates, wreaths, barnboard signs and stocking holders. They will Winnipeg. Pam brings wearable fashions with funky flair! Fleece blankets, ponbe taking custom orders as well. chos, baby items, pyjamas, hats, mitts and The husband-and-wife team of Garry scarves are just a few of the things offered. and Betty Mutch have refined and expandLDL Designer Fashions from Manied their line of magnetic therapy jewelry. toba will showcase lovely key finders and They also design 14-karat gold-fi lled and sterling silver bracelets and a unique line of Sparkle Vino2Go wine sippy cup. Almost ten years ago, the Crouses earrings called ear twirls. Whistlestop is pleased to have Grandpa’s started making their own basic, soap-based emulsifier cleaners because their son had Garden from Caron, Sask. at the sale this asthma and allergies. They make non-toxic year. Dennis and Vickie Derksen use their products to ensure a safe environment — own unpasteurized honey and organically products that clean virtually everything grown fruit to create amazing fruit honeys including cherry, raspberry, strawberry and around the house and yard. Angela Filbert started whipping up bath cinnamon. treats over 15 years ago. Made with natural One of the favourite booths at Whistlequality ingredients, she offers a range of stop each year is Donna’s Meats. Donna handmade soaps, soy candles and lavish and Les serve samples of their amazing skincare products. homemade sausage and have sold out each
Barry and Gail Smith of Moose Jaw have created adorable wood growth charts and art display boards — perfect gifts for children. Valerie Gurski from Winnipeg features a diverse product line of home décor items such as place mats, tree skirts and Christmas stockings; body products like hair bands and purses; and wellness products including heating pads. Two local exhibitors are Courtney Sagal and Emmy Barr. Dream Drop Design specializes in living terrariums and Emmy, the Queen of Caramel, sells delicious homemade caramel apples. Yum! There is so much to experience at the 16th Whistlestop Craft Sale. Christmas ornaments, knitting, stained glass, jewelry, woodwork, baking, specialty coffees, art, health and beauty products — a multitude of crafts, food and art. Shelley Bader, owner and director of Whistlestop is pleased to present this year’s amazing and talented group of exhibitors. Whistlestop will open Friday, Oct. 23 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 and parking is free of charge. For more information, contact Whistlestop at 306692-1509. Submitted by Whistlestop craft sale
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Comedian Brent Butt performs at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre on Dec. 18.
It’s going to be action packed at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre this fall and winter. Several terrific shows and events are scheduled to take place. The action begins on Oct. 24, with Casino Moose Jaw’s presentation of the Four by Four tribute to the Music of The Beach Boys, The Beatles, the Bee Gees and Motown. Mary Poppins sweeps into the Mae Wilson Theatre at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre from Nov. 4-7 with Cornerstone Christian School’s presentation of Mary Poppins: The Broadway Musical. From Dec. 2-6, RuBarb Productions presents A Year With Frog and Toad, a Broadway musical based on the books by Arnold Lobel. Casino Moose Jaw presents two shows in December: Comedian Brent Butt on Dec. 18, and Rory Allen – I’ll Be Home for Christmas on Dec. 22. For five shows from Dec. 29-31, Diversified Theatre presents Into the Pantos. Starring your favourite Saskatchewan theatre performers from pantos of the past four years at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, this is a laugh-out-loud holiday concert and fun for the whole family. Your favourite local performers, including Cinderella, Aladdin, Snow White and Jack in the Beanstalk, are back for more holiday pantomime fun!
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Boogie-googie and jazz pianist Michael Kaeshammer performs at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre on Feb. 23, 2016. Supplied
Into the Pantos is a mash-up of all the English pantomimes in one. The Moose Jaw Cultural Centre’s series of concerts with the Regina Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players continues in 2016 with three concerts. Jan. 29, 2016, is Handel’s Water Music, with the chamber players performing one of George Friderich Handel’s most famous instrumental works. On March 4, soprano Whitney Mather of Saskatoon joins the chamber players for a concert called Opera Extravaganza, featuring songs and melodies from the world of opera music. On April 29, pop-folk singer-songwriter Jeffery Straker will join the chamber players in a concert featuring many of Straker’s songs. On Feb. 23, 2016, the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre is pleased to present boogie-woogie and jazz pianist and vocalist Michael Kaeshammer in concert. For show times and information on how to buy tickets for Singer-songwriter Jeffery each of these perfor- Straker performs with the mances, please visit Regina Symphony Chamber moosejawculture.ca. Players on April 29, 2016, at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre. In 2016, the Mae Supplied Wilson Theatre, the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre’s performing arts theatre, turns 100 years old. Watch for a series of local performing artists’ concerts beginning in February and running through the year to celebrate the milestone anniversary. The Moose Jaw Cultural Centre, home of the Mae Wilson Theatre, is located at 217 Main St. N., Moose Jaw, Sask. For more information, phone 306-693-4700 or visit www.moosejawculture.ca Submitted by Moose Jaw Cultural Centre
Festival o f Trees 2015
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The Christmas spirit of giving continues on Saturday, Nov. 21 as the Moose Jaw Health Foundation’s 24th Annual Festival of Trees holiday gala gets under way at the Heritage Inn in Moose Jaw. This year’s theme, “Oh Santa...” will inspire the best of the holiday spirit in each of us. The Festival’s volunteer committee is once again led by the talented Laurie Kosior. Her amazing team of volunteers is already hard at work creating an incredible event for the community. Their tireless effort in organizing this event directly benefits patients and citizens of Moose Jaw and Southern Saskatchewan who utilize the new Moose Jaw Regional Hospital. Proceeds from Festival will help the Moose Jaw Health Foundation’s campaign to build the new space for the hyperbaric chamber and to revitalize the chamber for patients at the new state-of-the-art Moose Jaw Regional Hospital. Each year, the evening’s highlight is the gala’s auction of uniquely decorated trees and other fantastic items, with a gourmet dinner and dance included in the festive annual event. Tickets will be available by calling Sherryn at the Health Foundation Office in Moose Jaw at 306-694-0373. The price of tickets is $225 each. Please reserve your tickets early, as this event sells out every year. The Annual Festival of Trees Family brunch will be held at the
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Heritage Inn on Sunday, Nov. 22. Doors open at noon for viewing of the trees and other auction items. It is a great way to kick off the Christmas season with your family. Tickets for this event
are also available by calling Sherryn at the Health Foundation office at 306-694-0373. Tickets are $20 for Adults and $8 for children. Submitted by Moose Jaw Health Foundation
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Try a tasty treat
Go gourmet
Food plays a central role at holiday parties and dinners, and hosts who want to try their hand at creating a decadent treat their guests have likely never tasted before, can consider the following recipe for “Aunt Luverta’s Dr. Pepper Cake,” courtesy of Patty Pinner’s Sweets: Soul Food Desserts & Memories (Ten Speed Press).
Christmas celebrations wouldn’t be the same without food, and if you really want to feed your guests in flavourful style, consider the following recipe for “Cocktail Dates” from Bob Blumer’s Surreal Gourmet Bites: Showstoppers and Conversation Starters (Chronicle Books).
Cocktail Dates YIELDS 12 BITES
• 12 large dried Medjool dates • 1 4-ounce chunk Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese • 6 slices bacon, cut in half widthwise
Aunt Luverta’s Dr. Pepper Cake MAKES ONE 9- BY 13-INCH CAKE
CAKE • 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 2 cups granulated sugar • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter • 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder • 1 cup Dr. Pepper • 2 eggs • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract DR. PEPPER FROSTING • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened • 6 tablespoons Dr. Pepper • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder • 1 1-pound box (about 4 ¾ cups) confectioners’ sugar, sifted • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 cup chopped pecans Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease, but do not flour, a 9- by 13-inch pan. Set it aside. To make the cake, in a large bowl, sift together the flour and baking
soda. Gradually stir in the sugar. Set aside. In a saucepan, heat the butter, marshmallows, cocoa, and Dr. Pepper. Stir constantly until the butter and the marshmallows are melted. Do not allow the mixture to boil. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the flour mixture. Beat well. Set side. In another bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy. Stir in the buttermilk and vanilla extract. Mix well. Beat the egg mixture into the flour mixture until well blended and the batter is smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the center of cake springs back when lightly touched. Let the cake cool on a rack for 10 minutes. To make the frosting, in a saucepan, combine the butter, Dr. Pepper and cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a boil over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove the pan from the heat. Gradually stir in the confectioners’ sugar until the mixture is smooth, and then fold in the vanilla extract and pecans. Spread over the warm cake.
Preheat oven to 350 F. Insert a bamboo skewer or a similar facsimile in the bottom of the date until the pointy tip rests on the bottom of the pit. Push the pit out of the stem side. Reserve dates. Using your sharpest knife, cut Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into 1/4-inch slices. Cut those slices into 1/4-x1-inch pieces (the resulting 1-inch pieces should be approximately the same diameter as a pencil). Cut the tip of each piece at a 45-degree angle. Leading with the pointy end, stuff a stick of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into the pit hole of each date. Wrap each date with a slice of bacon. Set dates on a baking sheet, seam-sides down, and skewer each with a toothpick to hold bacon in place. Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until bacon is crispy. Caution: These cocktail dates are like molten lava when they come out of the oven. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Note: Mejdool dates or any other dried date can usually be found in Mediterranean stores or specialty food stores. Note: Dates can be stuffed and wrapped up to 24 hours in advance.
Deliver a sweet finish (NC) — You’ve got the appetizers, entrée and side dishes figured out. All that’s left is dessert, and you want something that’s a little different, but delicious, and appeals to kids and adults alike. How about trifle? A classic English dessert, trifle is traditionally made of alternating layers of sponge cake or ladyfingers, fruit or jam, custard and whipped cream, then garnished with candied or fresh fruit, nuts or grated chocolate. It’s then refrigerated for a few hours before serving, to allow the flavours to meld. Trifle is best made and served in a deep, clear glass bowl or a footed glass trifle dish to show off the pretty layers. It looks elegant and superbly impressive, but shhh! – it’s a cinch to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. This trifle is a playful twist on the classic.
Peanut Butter and Grape Trifle SERVES 14
• 1 (16-ounce) container nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt • 8 tablespoons creamy peanut butter • 2 tablespoons honey • 1 (8-ounce) container lite whipped topping, divided • 1 (16-ounce) store-bought pound cake, sliced into 1-inch cubes • 3 cups red seedless California grapes, plus more for garnish • 3 cups green seedless California grapes, plus more for garnish • 1/4 cup honey-roasted peanuts, chopped (optional garnish) In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt, peanut butter, and honey until well combined. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping. Set aside. In a clear glass trifle dish or bowl, layer half each of the pound cake cubes, peanut butter mixture, red grapes, and green grapes. Repeat the layers a second time and top with the remaining whipped topping. Garnish with additional grapes (sliced in half) and chopped peanuts, if desired. Nutritional analysis per serving (with peanuts): Calories 313; Protein 8 g; Carbohydrate 38 g; Fat 15 g (Sat. Fat 5g); 42% Calories from Fat; Cholesterol 73 mg; Sodium 197 mg; Potassium 206 mg; Fibre 1 g.
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Giving the gift of Marianne Woods plays Mrs. Claus in “A Christmas Carol - The Radio Play” in December 2014. Photo: Sawatzky Studios
What do you get the person on your gift list who has everything? An experience. RuBarb Productions is making Moose Jaw exciting! Entering its third season, RuBarb has already featured 11 unique plays and musicals, two Gala Fundraisers and the creation of the RuBarb School of Performing Arts. “It has been a whirlwind of a time… but no one is complaining. We are building one of Canada’s newest professional theatres and inspiring a whole new generation of artists — all at home here in Saskatchewan! We are so thrilled to be busy building professional theatre!” says Artistic Director, Evie Koop Sawatzky. Season Subscriptions, Flex Packs and even music lessons and theatre classes could be that unique gift that your loved one can enjoy all year long.
Rod Beattie plays Wingfield in “Wingfield’s Progress” in October 2015. Photo: Terry Manzo
The 2015-16 season is packed with entertaining productions, starting with Wingfield’s Progress (Oct. 1-4). In Walt’s second season on the farm, he sounds the alarm against urban development — a threat that only he perceives. Larkspur and its residents are back at their hilarious best in this sequel to Letter From Wingfield Farm. The RuBarb Gala Fundraiser (Oct. 30) will be packed full of live performances. You and your special guest will wine and dine at Temple Gardens Mineral Spa while contributing to RuBarb’s annual fundraising campaign to create theatre and build leaders. A Year With Frog and Toad (Dec. 2-6 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.) tells the story of a friendship that endures, weathering all seasons. Part vaudeville, part makebelieve, all charm. Great for the whole family! Ask about RuBarb’s family and corporate parties. In 2016, Let us Entertain You! Here’s what the rest of our season looks like: Driving Miss Daisy (Feb. 10-14, 2016), Souvenir (April 6-10, 2016), Seussical Jr. (June 9-11, 2016) and Cinderella (July 27-Aug. 14). RuBarb Productions is located in historic downtown Moose Jaw and performs at the gorgeous Mae Wilson Theatre at the Moose Jaw Cultural Centre. Visit www. rubarb.ca for more details or stop by the Box Office at 321 Main St. N. 306-693-1771. This article was submitted by RuBarb Productions Inc.
2015 • 2016 SEASON
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JUNE 9-11, 2016
A story of a friendship t hat endures, weat hering all seasons…
fun for kids of ALL ages!
great family entertainment !
FEBRUARY 10-14, 2016
JULY-AUGUST 2016 Music by Robert Reale Book and Lyrics by Willie Reale Based on the books by Arnold Lobel Originally presented on Broadway by Bob Boyett, Adrianne Lobel, Michael Gardner, Lawrence Horowitz and Roy Furman
World Premiere at The Children’s Theatre Company Minneapolis, Minnesota
December 2-5, 2015 . 7:30pm December 5-6, 2015 . 2:00pm Performed in the historic Mae Wilson Theatre Moose Jaw Cultural Centre • 217 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK
APRIL 6-10, 2016
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com
You can also Give Someone the Gift of Musical Education… • P Pri Private riv ivat ate te vo voca vocal c l an ca and d pi pian piano iano o in iinstruction nst stru truct cti tion ion (pl ((please pleas lease e co con contact ntact us to request instruction in other instruments) • Drama and musical theatre classes • Ages 5 and up • Classes begin October 2015 through to June 2016 Please visit our full website www.rubarb.ca for more pricing and details or call the Box Office 306.693.1771 today.
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