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Things to do in and around Weyburn this winter

While our winters are long, they don’t have to be boring. There is plenty to see and do in Weyburn and the southeast all season long.

You can support local artisans and craftspeople at the Gifted Art Market on November 12. Hosted by the Weyburn Arts Council, this event features handmade arts and crafts that are perfect for giving (or keeping for yourself – we won’t tell).

The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce kicks off the holiday season with the Parade of Lights on December 1. The annual event is one for the whole family, with festive floats making their way through downtown, and spreading plenty of cheer. River Park Sparkles will start lighting up the night on December 7 through January 8. Pack up the gang and take the tour at River Park Campground nightly from 5.30 to 8.30 pm.

The annual Skate with Santa event returns to Tom Zandee Sports Arena on December 12. Let the kids skate alongside the big guy and get some exercise too. Plus, there is always

public skating at the arena and the outdoor rink.

Credit Union Spark Centre has activities all season long, with drop-in fun for people of all ages. You can check out the art gallery, pottery studio, multipurpose rooms, indoor track, simulator room, mini gym, multi-use synthetic field, children’s play space and outdoor ice surface.

The Weyburn Leisure Centre is always fun for the family with the indoor pool, traditional sauna and hot tub, tot pool, waterslide and climbing wall to keep you busy all winter.

River Park off Confederation Drive is a great place to spend a day with a toboggan and the kids. The groomed ski trails throughout Jubilee Park and River Park are also a fabulous way to spend a winter day. The route is changed regularly, and you can rent snowshoes and skis from the Weyburn Leisure Centre.

Weyburn is in Zone 3 of the Saskatchewan Snowmobile Association’s trail system. Learn more at sasksnow.com—you’ll find great trails just outside the city.

Have fun exploring this winter! You never know what you can find in your own backyard.

Building a Regional Economy

Community Futures Sunrise sees the possibilities in the southeast

By Brook Thalgott

The world is changing fast, and along with it, so is business and our economy. As the southeast transitions away from coal, and business leans into the many disruptions that come with our technological age, it can be hard to know what to do and where to turn for advice.

Community Futures (CF) Sunrise is here to get you through it. Whether you’re starting a new business or trying to grow one, they can help. Led by Andria Brady, the rural development organization has the advice and expertise your business needs to get ahead. “I have been involved with CF Sunrise for close to 20 years as a volunteer, and I am thrilled to now be leading the organization. I believe very strongly in our mandate of supporting small business and growing our region,” says Andria. She is the general manager at CF Sunrise and is dedicated to helping promote, grow and diversify our rural economy.

CF Sunrise has a variety of programs and services, tailored to help businesses and communities succeed.

“We’re here to help you and your business – whether you have a small, home based side hustle or an existing bricks & mortar location. Thriving businesses build vibrant, sustainable communities. Reach out today to learn about what we offer, the programs you can use, and how we can help you get ahead,” says Andria.

Learn more at cfsask.ca/sunrise or call 306.842.8803 for details on how CF Sunrise can help you.

“The team at Community Futures is a true partner in Big Jim's Brew Shop. They guided me along the business plan and made sure we thought of everything before we took the jump into entrepreneurship. They invested in me as a person, not just a financial formula that says yes or no. They facilitate collaboration with other business owners and ensure ongoing education to ensure new and seasoned entrepreneurs do not get stuck in the day to day whirlwind of small business ownership.”

- Todd Bedore Big Jim’s Brewshop CF Sunrise offers a variety of financial services to both new and existing businesses in southeast SK:

1. Biz Start and Biz Boost – low-interest microloans up to $25,000.

2. Business loans - up to $150,000 to help you start or expand a business in southeast Saskatchewan

3. Plus, advice on developing business plans & related information, workshops on a wide variety of topics of interest based on feedback and requests we receive, training and more.

Community Futures Sunrise 11 - 3rd Street NE Weyburn 306.842.8803 cfsask.ca/sunrise @communityfuturessunrise

AMERICAN ROCK LEGENDS

Featuring the music of Bob Seger and John Fogerty! Bob Seger is an American music legend second-to-none with countless hits loved by millions everywhere! With the powerful vocals required for this show, Dan Hare recreates Bob Seger of the 70s and 80s when his hits were on every rock radio station in the world.

Re-live the memories of one of the most loved rock music icons of all time as Dan authentically re-creates the Seger classics of the 70s and 80s. The Look, the Voice, the Hits. John Fogerty from CCR is one the most enduring icons of rock music and his music is still loved by everyone everywhere.

As John Fogerty says in his hit Creedence Song, “You can’t go wrong if you play a little bit of that Creedence Song” Everyone agrees! Re-live the memories of one of the most loved rock music icons of all time as Dan authentically re-creates the CCR classics along with the best of Fogerty’s later hits. The Look, the Voice, the Hits. Thursday, March 16, 2023 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cugnet Centre.

www.marchhare.bc.ca TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:

Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn

Weyburn Review/Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn

Find out more at weyburnconcertseries.ca

or call Judy at 306.861.3241

MOTUS O- PRISONER OF TEHRAN

Prisoner of Tehran, based on the book of the same name, is a unique collaboration between Iranian born writer/speaker Marina Nemat and MOTUS O. This unique performance piece is a synthesis of theatre, video and storytelling that swims in a landscape of movement brushing the themes of oppression, persecution, survival and most of all HOPE.

After the Islamic Revolution of 1979, Marina was arrested at the age of sixteen and spent more than two years in Evin, a political prison in Tehran, where she was tortured and came very close to execution. She came to Canada in 1991 and has called it home ever since.

Marina’s book Prisoner of Tehran has been published in 28 other countries and is an international bestseller. After each show a Question and Answer period will take place. Prisoner of Tehran has toured much of Canada including performances to over 10,000 high school students. Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cugnet Centre.

www.motuso.com TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:

Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn

Weyburn Review/Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn

Find out more at weyburnconcertseries.ca

or call Judy at 306.861.3241

BACK ROW L-R Monica Peterson, Ruby Peterson, Jason Peterson, Kelly Brady, Lola Brady, Conner Brady, Stephanie Brady FRONT ROW L-R Reid Peterson, Rhett Peterson

Happy Holidays

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POLTAVA ENSEMBLE OF SONG, MUSIC AND DANCE

The Association of United Ukrainian Canadians, Poltava Ensemble of Song, Music and Dance is a 50-member Ukrainian Ensemble based in Regina, Saskatchewan.

The Poltava Ensemble’s roots in Saskatchewan’s cultural scene began in 1922 with the formation of a children’s string orchestra and since that time the Ensemble has grown to include dancers, singers and musicians.

The Poltava Dancers, directed by Lisa Wanner, is a male and female adult ensemble whose dancers have a high level of technical training in Ukrainian dance, ballet and folk dance.

The Poltava Orchestra, under the direction of Vlad Tsymbal, brings to life the rich heritage of Ukrainian folk music, whether it accompanies the dancers or is featured as a performing entity unto itself. Friday, April 28, 2023 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cugnet Centre.

www.poltava.ca TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:

Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn

Weyburn Review/Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn

Find out more at weyburnconcertseries.ca

or call Judy at 306.861.3241

THE BARRA MACNEILS – AN EAST COAST CHRISTMAS

Amusical potpourri of traditional MacNeil family favourites gleaned from Christmas ceilidhs, midnight masses and the general festive frolic that accompanies each holiday season.

With their captivating vocals, distinctive harmonies and extraordinary musicianship, The Barra MacNeils inject new life and energy into the sights and sounds of Christmas…one moment a rousing chorus, then a hauntingly beautiful Gaelic ballad, the next a flurry of foot-stomping instrumentals, which of course pulls one then another into a step-dancing revelry.

For a delightful seasonal celebration, don’t miss An East Coast Christmas with the Barra MacNeils! Monday, November 28, 2022 - 7:30 p.m. at the Cugnet Centre.

www.barramacneils.com TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:

Old Fashion Foods 122 3rd St., Weyburn

Weyburn Review/Weyburn This Week 904 East Ave., Weyburn

Find out more at weyburnconcertseries.ca

or call Judy at 306.861.3241