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“Oh no,” I thought. “I’m going to kill somebody.”

Thankfully the golf ball clunked off a large poplar tree. It started coming toward me — the ball, not the poplar tree.

I hacked the ball out of rough. Then over the green. Then almost on the green. Then onto the green. After two putts, I had an eight. A snowman, my son, Brandon, told me. I remembered them well. Once I hit nine, clubs start flying.

There was a time 30 years ago when I would knock the ball straight down the fairway 150 yards at a time.

Back then I could shoot close to bogey golf. I was envious of my friends who could hit the ball a long way. But I always seemed to score in the low, to mid-90s.

About 20 years ago I got just a bit stronger. Hard to believe, I know. For every yard I gained in distance, I lost in accuracy. I topped balls. I duck hooked balls. I had the yips. I almost hit the chief of police with a ball that went off the toe of my club. It was either going to be him or the owner of The StarPhoenix. I prayed the chief didn’t have his gun. Thank goodness they didn’t have tasers back then.

I could no longer break 110. Being on a golf course was torture.

I quit.

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After a so-so drive, my second shot was a line drive, going at a 45-degree angle.

In its path were a father and son walking a dog.

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Brandon picked out two sets of irons/hybrids to test in the simulator.

He started hitting. He handed me a club and I took a couple of swings. The screen showed that I was hitting the ball straight, and about 150 yards with a four-iron hybrid. I hit a few more balls. I wasn’t hooking them or topping them.

Brandon and I agreed on which set would be best for him. Then he did it.

“Why don’t you get some too? It could be for Father’s Day. We’ll all chip in.”

How could I say no?

Hole No. 2 at the Holiday Park Executive Nine was a reprieve from the poplar-tree experience. The golf gods teased me. It is a par three. I hit a seven iron onto the green, about 15 feet uphill from the cup. I made the putt. A two. A birdie. I was filled with joy and passion for the game.

It wouldn’t last. The card ended up 8, 2, 6, 7, 5, 5, 5, 4, 8. I started and ended with snowmen. No nines. The new clubs were safe. This was on a short par-34 course. We ain’t talking Dakota Dunes here.

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And my gosh, the waffles were good.

There are more than 200 horses on the grounds, a number that will consistently increase during the meet. Purses will be up $200 for each race in five categories.

I am pretty sure the number of horses stabled at the track would have decreased rapidly had they heard Rick Fior — the race manager and a good guy — refer to them as the “meat and potato” horses of the track. It is my experience that you don’t want to talk about meat when you are in the company of cows, hogs, horses and PETA people.

There is a jockey pool of 14 and a large number of upgrades — $500,000 worth in total — have been made to the facility. In total, there will be 26 evenings of racing this year, culminating with the running of the Saskatchewan Derby on Sept. 6.

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Brianne Sikorski spent three months in Japan working for one of the world’s top modelling agencies (Photos by Tyler Harris)

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Saskatoon teen makes a splash in Tokyo

f you saw Brianne Sikorski in the halls of her high school, shopping with her girlfriends or out for dinner with her parents, you would think she’s a regular 15-yearold girl. And you’d be right.

At home in Saskatoon, Brianne is an honour-roll student who plays volleyball after school and spends her weekends with her group of Fashion friends.

Unlike most teenagers, however, Brianne has begun a career a world away from home. At the beginning of 2014, as her classmates were returning to school from Christmas break, Brianne was working as a professional model in Tokyo for World Top Models International.

For three months, she juggled her time, going to casting calls and auditions, booking modelling jobs and keeping up with her schoolwork through online correspondence.

Landing the modelling gig in Tokyo didn’t happen overnight – far from it.

Sikorski started modelling as a pre-teen for SHE Modelling Agency in Saskatoon.

For three successive years, she made trips to Faces West modelling convention in Vancouver (the same convention where supermodel Coco Rocha was discovered).

Each year, scouts and agents told her she was too young and too short, but to come

back when she was older. By November 2013, she was finally old enough and tall enough — 5-foot-7. She started garnering serious interest from international scouts at Faces West. By January 2014, she was working overseas.

She found the transition from full-time high school student to full-time model to be surreal.

“Walking down Shibuya (a Editor busy district in Tokyo) or getting out of the World Top vehicle, people were standing by taking pictures of me. And it was like, ‘Oh my goodness gracious, I am from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.’ I was treated like a celebrity, especially on jobs. I did one fashion show, and I’d reached for my water bottle and (a backstage assistant) took it from my hand and unscrewed the cap and put the bottle up to my mouth.”

Still, she describes World Top Models International as feeling familial, despite the adulation on the job. The models became friends. It wasn’t competitive or catty like one might expect of young girls competing for jobs.

“It was a great agency. There were five models, so it felt very family oriented, almost like SHE Modelling. We went out for supper and we did lots of things together.”

When asked about the food, Sikorski admits the difference in the Canadian

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“There was lots of raw fish, lots of sushi. But I love sushi. I really liked Japanese food, but I’m an adventurous eater. I loved squid and eel.”

Overall, modelling in Tokyo was a positive experience for Sikorski, despite being the new girl. She remembers “sitting beside girls at castings who were on the cover of Elle magazine or Vogue magazine. It was intimidating because they had so much more experience, but I was still in the same room as them.”

Her positive attitude was unwavering when it came to booking jobs.

“If I get the job, I get the job. If I don’t, they weren’t looking for me. There’s nothing I can do about it. I thought I was going to be very intimidated by what other people said, but, surprisingly, that didn’t bother me one bit.”

Though she insists all of her jobs were fun and unique, she booked one job that was “hands down” her favourite.

“I got picked to shoot for the cover of a Japanese auto magazine. It was amazing.

They rented the whole FIFA Cup stadium and we had the whole stadium to ourselves.”

She had to remind herself that “this is real life” after seeing her cover on magazine stands. She “didn’t think it could happen.

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Modelling in Japan exceeded expectations

(Continued from page 3) “I did a lot better than we were expecting for my first time,” she said of her first contract overseas. Booking one or two jobs on a first contract is considered successful, but Sikorski worked weekly in addition to going on daily castings. She credits her friendly disposition for that.

“I was on one casting and, talkative me, I got talking to a guy who asked where I was from — Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Well, his girlfriend is from here. I ended up working with him for a week doing a modelling job just because I got talking to him.”

She also credits her parents with her success. Her mom, Sherry, travelled with her to Japan. Having her mom around was “such a blessing,” she said. “Just having the unconditional support was amazing.

Knowing that my parents are always so proud and help me in all that I do is great.”

Sherry enjoyed being with her daughter in Japan.

“She gave up a lot to gain an experi-

ence. She loved every moment. She was grateful for the opportunity, and always chose to see the positive when the modelling business can be full of rejection.

“The proudest moment for me was seeing the true person Brianne is; she is more beautiful on the inside. She could connect with the Japanese people even when the language was a barrier. Her warm personality shone through.”

Brianne said having a warm personality is a big factor in being a successful model.

“When you’re put in a room with 500 girls, your looks aren’t going to stand out.

There are plenty of other pretty girls out there. You need to be open and bubbly and willing to be friendly. It comes down to personality.”

Having expressive eyes is important, she said.

“You can have a gorgeous picture, but your eyes could be dead. Your eyes need to portray something. When I get a picture printed, I cover up my body and my face Model – Brianne Sikorski, SHE Modelling Agency and World Top Models International Hair Stylist – Cora Johnson, The Factory Beauty Parlor Makeup Artist – Sabrina Frederick Photographer – Tyler Harris, tylerharrisphotography.com Wardrobe and Styling – Brianne Sikorski, showing some of her favourite fashion finds from Tokyo.

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and look at my eyes.”

She also reminds aspiring models to stay true to themselves and persevere. If one scout or casting director says no, another might want to work with you.

Her experience and advice will come in handy one day, as Sikorski aspires to run her own modelling agency.

“That’s a dream of mine – to make other girls’ dreams come true. I know, for me, Mary (Obrodovich) and the instructors at SHE, everyone helped me get to this point. I couldn’t thank them enough.

This is something I’ve wanted my whole life and when it actually came true, it was amazing and the best feeling. I would love to bring that joy to other people’s lives. It is possible.”

In the meantime, Sikorski has a few more things she’d like to accomplish.

“I would model internationally again. I would love to check out Shanghai, Taipei, South Korea and Istanbul. I would love to get lots of travelling experience out of this. What a great way to see the world — doing something you love while living in a foreign country.”

Though she has done things that are only a dream for some 15-year-old girls and has no plans to stop, she’s back to being a regular teenager at home in Saskatoon. Brianne is looking forward to a summer spent at the lake with her friends, and travelling to Florida with her family.

Her immediate aspirations and plans are typical of most teenagers. Until she jets off on her next adventure, she’s been preparing for the ultimate teenage rite of passage — getting her driver’s license. For now, she has her learner’s permit.

“I’ve been driving lots; no accidents yet,” she said with a laugh.

Here’s hoping she gets to keep the car, or at least drive it, the next time she’s on the cover of a car magazine.

STORY NO. 11

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We’re proud to be one of them.

Gary Lerat grew up in a community he loves — the Cowessess First Nation in Saskatchewan.

Today, he’s also a member of the PotashCorp community. Thanks to a unique outreach program, we’re tapping into the talents of First Nations and Métis people like Gary. We offered him a career path at our Rocanville mine, and he’s making the most of it. “It’s got that community feel,” says Gary about PotashCorp. “Everyone there is almost like family.” To see the video of Gary’s story, visit PotashCorp.com/25

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There’s no crying at garage sales

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left the table cloth, given the n a recent sunny sentimental value it obviously Saturday morning, I still held, which, to me, isn’t witnessed an exchange worth bargaining over. However, that was about much more than the reality is that if you’re a table cloth. having a garage sale, there’s no “How much do you want room for that — no one comes for it?” a shopper asked the to a garage sale expecting to pay somewhat flustered Baby a levy because you have a case Boomer-aged seller fluttering of the feelings. in and out of the house, filling Like I said, that little folding tables with more linens exchange was about way more Columnist and knick-knacks. A ‘For Sale’ than a table cloth.

Realtor’s sign was staked firmly With that in mind, and given in the front lawn. that we are finally into this year’s garage“Umm . . . I don’t know,” said the seller, sale season, I’m rolling out my annual mess chewing her lip. of tips, tricks and generally bossy advice for “I’m just going to cut it up into tea buyers and sellers. This week the focus is on towels,” countered the buyer, at which the sellers. seller noticeably flinched.

Sellers: “It was my mother’s,” she replied, Be Friendly. For the love of all that somewhat wistfully. “She travelled a lot to is thrifty, you are inviting people to come Germany, so that’s where she would have onto your property and sift through your got it.” castoffs. Be nice about it! Smile, greet people, comment on the weather or “Hmmm,” said the buyer, who clearly something. There is nothing more awkward didn’t care. She would be cutting the than walking into a garage where the seller table cloth into pieces, regardless of what nationality it was. When I left the sale, both is sitting there like a lump, glowering at you for existing. If I went to the trouble of women were still hemming and hawing, each refusing to say out loud what the piece reading the ad, sign or poster you put up, then travelled to your home to give you of cloth was really worth to her. money to take your junk off your hands, Such is the anthropological, cultural maybe you should consider being nice fascination I have with yard sales. Well, in to me. Plus, it’s supposed to be social — addition to the really, really good deals. the actual face-to-face kind. Relish the A quick sweep of the sale involving the table (a neat pile of abandoned dog leashes opportunity to meet people from all over Saskatoon, to immerse yourself in contact and grooming supplies, vintage kitchen appliances and stacks of wooden souvenirs that doesn’t involve Twitter or Facebook.

Then go away. Once we’ve established from once-trendy travel destinations like we’re all lovely people, leave me alone to Waikiki and Acapulco) easily revealed the riffle through your boxes. None of us are heart of the sale: an aged mom had moved getting any younger, and I’ve got a whole on, whether to a nursing home or beyond.

And now her daughter had the emotionally list of sales like yours to get to before the taxing task of decommissioning the leftover next guy does.

If you aren’t prepared to give it away, relics of her family’s history.

The table cloth purchaser is likely a nice don’t put it in your sale. I don’t mean JW11570.F02 James person.

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emotional attachment to it, keep it. If you are still financially attached to it, as in you still owe money on it, keep it, but perhaps have a closer look around the house to see what else you can sell to pay your bills. The bottom line is that in order to maximize the monumental amount of energy you put into organizing your sale, and the de-cluttered household rewards that go with it, pack up whatever is left after your sale and drive it straight to your nearest charity of choice.

Be ready an hour early. If you advertise that your sale opens at 9 a.m., be set up by 8 a.m. No matter how many electric fences you put up or guard dogs you have, you will be ambushed by early birds. You’ll get flustered, sidetracked and behind in your setup, which will annoy the polite people who actually turn up at the advertised time to find half a garage sale. Just consider it part of the game. You’ll thank me when you’re sipping your coffee calmly when the first early vulture shows up.

Telltale giveaway that someone is pricing their sale way too high: there’s still tons of stuff for sale at noon.

Recently, I walked into a garage sale at 1 p.m. and was thrilled to see loads of sized 3T and 4T boy’s clothing — perfect for my kid. Then I realized why it was all still there: eight bucks for a pair of chain-store sweat pants, twelve bucks for a shirt. First of all, I can buy three brand new shirts for my son for twelve bucks at Target.

Secondly, I don’t care where you got it or what you paid for it. It’s worth nothing to you now, because your kid can’t wear it.

“It’s from the Disney store,” sniffed the young mom as I put the $12 shirt down and backed away slowly, signalling my friend to start the car. But seriously, for 12 bucks, does Disneyland come with it?

Remember to come back next week for tips for buyers.

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Hughes in city

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June 7-8

Saskatoon Express here will be two chances to see Clara Hughes, arguably Canada’s greatest Olympic athlete, when her Big Ride for Bell Let’s Talk rolls into Saskatoon on June 7.

During her two-day stop in Saskatoon, Hughes will appear at A Mindful Evening in support of Royal University Hospital Foundation’s community mental-health endowment. She will also appear at the Bridge City Boogie.

Hughes won six medals during the course of four Olympics — three Winter and one Summer Games. She won four medals in speed skating and two in cycling.

Hughes’ 12,000 ride across the country is to raise awareness about mentalhealth issues. Although she is a decorated Olympian, she also knows about the depths of depression.

A Mindful Evening will be held June 7 at the Delta Bessborough Gardens.

Cocktails are at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and a program at 7:30. In addition to Hughes, there will be a number of other speakers at the event.

Tickets are $125 each or $1,000 for a table of eight. To purchase tickets visit www.picatic.com. Dress for the evening is casual.

On June 8 Hughes will join the Boogie brigade at Diefenbaker Park.

Hughes’ part of the day is being called Saskatoon’s Conversations with Youth.

Hughes will speak about creating a stigma-free Canada.

She will speak from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in Clara’s Big Ride Tent.

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We always wonder why when revenues dip

Question: Revenues for get onto Circle Drive and go leisure-service facilities were around the city? down about two per cent — Mayor Atchison: or about $135,000 — last That’s a good idea. But that year. How significant is the piece of highway belongs to the drop? What can be done to province, not the City of Saskaincrease those revenues? toon. The overpass that was put Mayor Atchison: Whenin over the CN mainline that ever revenues go down you are goes to Valley Road was put in always wondering why. Why because we didn’t want traffic did it happen? At the Shaw tied up heading onto Valley Centre we had a reduction of Road and going to the landfill about $100,000 last year in rev- Ask the Mayor site. There have been thoughts enues. I think part of it was the of having the road connect to closure of the building for the Highway 7, but that is a DepartClay (left), Shylo and Rayner Frey are honourary chairs for the national Gutsy work that was being done there. We had to ment of Highways project; that’s outside Walk (Photo Supplied) replace the flooring around the pool. That our city limits. would have a significant impact on revQuestion: Is there a section on the enues. Every time you are closed down, it city website where we can send a “thank costs money. That said, we always have to you” or a “job well done” to city emlook at innovative ways to get more people ployees or departments? involved. That’s not only for revenues, but Mayor Atchison: People can contact for personal health reasons, which reduces the different departments just by sending Cam Hutchinson KISS. They’ve done a neon potty party. the strain on the health-care system in the an email in. If you go to our website and Saskatoon Express And coconut bras, cowboy boots and Spee- long run. We also want to make sure fami- scroll down to the bottom there is “contact hree children from Watrous are the dos was a popular one.” lies have as many opportunities as possible us.” Click on that and it will take you to honourary national chairs for the Lori Ann said she and her husband have to enjoy our recreation facilities. every department in the city. You can also Gutsy Walk, Crohn’s and Colitis been open with their children about the Question: How did the system handle send letters to council. Just so everyone Canada’s largest single-day fundraiser. diseases. the rain storm last week? knows, anything you send to the city The three have earned the honour.

“We’ve had to. I went through extensive Mayor Atchison: I believe the system that you ask to be on the council agenda Clay, Rayner and Shylo Frey have gone surgeries right after Rayner was born. I did what it was supposed to do. Certainly becomes a public document. I don’t think to great lengths to raise awareness and had been diagnosed and within two weeks there are issues with a few manhole people realize that sometimes. If you want money for the diseases that have become a had my colon removed. I was quite serious covers. I am told we had downpours the to be more private you can also send it to way of life in their family. The three have quite quickly. I had been sick for a long equivalent of 100 millimetres an hour. the attention of the mayor. And the mayor raised $93,000 to date for the Saskatoon time, but had never been diagnosed propThat is significant. The super pipes the will be more than willing and pleased to walk, and will easily pass the $100,000 erly. That is how it started for them. city installed over the last few years did pass on the compliments to our employees. mark this year.

“I think the biggest thing for them is their job. They are giant holding tanks (email: mayors.office@saskatoon.ca) The children’s mother, Lori Ann, has I have colitis, my husband has Crohn’s, buried in the parks in some neighbourQuestion: What are your thoughts on ulcerative colitis, while their father, Murray, my husband’s sister has Crohn’s and our hoods. They collect the excess storm the number of vehicles travelling across has Crohn’s disease. nephew has Crohn’s and colitis. So they runoff so it doesn’t go into the system the new South Circle Drive Bridge Clay, 14, and Rayner, 12, started fundknow it is prevalent in the family, and they and cause backups in people’s basements. being about 10 per cent fewer than the raising the year Lori Ann was pregnant with know they have a chance of getting either No one wants to see a sewage back up. estimated 30,000?

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Crohn’s or colitis themselves.

There were challenges with a couple of Mayor Atchison: If you go back to the “I told the guys we wouldn’t be doing the “Because there is no known reason for it underpasses so the administration will original reports, those numbers are almost Gutsy Walk,” said Lori Ann, who has been or no known cure, that’s why they fundlook at those, but overall and considering bang right on what we were projecting. doing the walk since the mid-1990s. “They raise.” the power of the storm, I think the system Imagine 26,300 vehicles without (South said no, they wanted to do it and would funThe Freys are five of an anticipated worked well.

Circle Drive) being pushed onto Circle draise. They did the fundraising themselves 15,000 people who will participate in the Also, in recent years, we have added Drive North, the Sen. Sid Buckwold that year and they would have been six and walk in 59 communities in Canada. The new lift stations in the waste-water system Bridge, the Broadway and the University seven. They raised over $1,000 each.” national goal is $3 million, with the money so that keeps the system moving quickly. bridges. We are seeing better traffic flow The boys quickly became known for the used to help advance medical research.

The newer neighbourhoods also have in many areas. When you drive down Idyloutfits they have worn during the walk.

The Saskatoon walk takes place June 8 natural pounding. They were designed that wyld now, it is like a regular street. When “Their cousin that year shaved his head, at North Kiwanis Park (north of the Bessway to hold excess rainfall until the system you drove down 22nd Street before it was so they thought they wanted to do someborough Hotel). Registration, entertainment can accommodate it. Sometimes the water jammed with cars, trucks and big rigs. thing along that line. They decided if they and a barbecue will begin at noon, with the drains naturally as well. Overall the design Today we are seeing a much better traffic raised $1,500 each they would let me pick walk at 2 p.m. work we are doing is certainly helping. flow and very few big rigs. out bikinis for them, and they would do the The Hughton family — Tara, Basil, Question: There is always talk of walk in bikinis. The two boys raised over Jamey and Jordie — are honourary chairs moving out-of-town traffic around the (Have a question for Mayor Atchison? $6,000 that year and had to wear pink and for the Saskatoon walk. city instead of through it. I was wonder- Send it to editorial@saskatoonexpress. brown bikinis.

For more information, or to register, visit ing why, when the South Circle Bridge com. Please put “mayor” in the subject “It has kind of grown from there. They www.gutsywalk.ca or call 1-800-387-1479 was done, they didn’t tie Highway 7 line, and try to limit your question to aphave worn dresses. They’ve dressed up at or 306-664-4420. into it, so traffic coming in could just proximately 50 words.)

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The night I made the northern lights dance

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Why should we pay for recycler’s losses?

ust as I was recovering from ing the bottles and tins from council’s imposition of recycle bins and thereby robtwo-tiered recycling fees, I bing the contractor of its profit. picked up The StarPhoenix and Again, why does this become read that the city manager of our responsibility? Businesses, environmental services, Brenda especially builders, have comWallace, is warning of a posplained for years about product sible increase to recycling fees theft from their construction because the contractor, Loraas, sites, but no one has ever sugis not making its anticipated gested all citizens have to offset profits due to theft of bottles and their losses. Builders now secure cans from the recycling bins. their material and hire site Columnist Why would a private contracsecurity. Like homeowners, it is tor’s losses become our financial up to businesses to protect their responsibility? property from theft. And there is no failsafe When the city let the tender, it was up against thieves. to the contractor to determine what dollar On the other hand, Saskatoon Police amount would be bid, presumably having Insp. Brian Shalovelo contends there is no done a due diligence prior to bidding for the real evidence to support Wallace’s allegacontract. tions of organized theft of recyclables. And From the start, information was availif there was evidence, how often do we use able that single-bin collection would result skilled, relatively high-priced police officers in contaminated paper, which would not to issue bylaw tickets? Hell, when I had a generate much profit, if any. It was the very garage break-in and four bicycles stolen, I reason many cities were examining convert- couldn’t get police to come to my house. I ing to dual bins and separating the paper was told to come to the police station, file a products. What is left to collect would be report and talk to my insurer. Shalovelo is plastics, cans and bottles. right when he states police have bigger fish SARCAN, a provincial organization to fry. Garbage thieves are rightly at the botaccepting recyclable cans and bottles, has tom of their list. been around for decades. People in this city Wallace is quoted in The StarPhoenix sayhave been returning their cans and bottles ing: “If they’re (Loraas) not able to successto SARCAN for years, and recovering the fully (make money from cans and bottles), deposits they paid at point of purchase. If they could come back to us and say, ‘We the anticipated profit was to be made from can’t do this anymore; we’re going out of cans and bottles, is it unreasonable to expect business.’” If she is implying this company that a business considering a bid for the can do this during the term of the contract, contract would check the percentage of then the company had best pack up all of return of these products to SARCAN before their business interests, sell their assets and determining what their bid would be? Is be prepared to pay damages to those with it reasonable to expect that citizens would whom they have contractual agreements. suddenly start forfeiting recovery of their It may well be that come the end of the deposits for the convenience of dumping contract Loraas won’t want a renewal, or that these items in a backyard bin? their bid would demand a higher monthly Wallace implies there is an organized fee, at which point the council of the day will crime syndicate of dumpster divers pilferhave to determine what other service provid-

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ers are available. This, of course, assumes our council didn’t foolishly agree to guarantee the contractor a certain profit, which is a whole different problem.

In reading between the lines, Wallace seems to suggest we should all care about this issue and report this dastardly action if we see it happening. To whom should we report — Loraas or the City? Will we need more bylaw officers, at taxpayers’ expense, to ferret out and ticket the thieves? Perhaps they should give Loraas the authority to issue tickets if they catch the tin can robbers. As residents, we already clean city sidewalks, mow city medians, rake and bag leaves and debris from city trees and haul organics to allotted sites. We should not be expected to add to our civic duty the responsibility of guarding a private corporation’s property while it sits on public streets.

This problem can’t be a surprise to either the city or the contractor because

they made provision in the bylaw to ticket anyone removing product from the bins.

Nor can residents be liable for unacceptable product thrown into their bins while on city property. The bins are not secure when they are placed on the public street and are susceptible to use and search by passersby.

It is part of the liability of doing this type of business. And a good business ought to factor in the cost of loss of product when developing its budget.

But I have a couple of nagging question in the back of my mind. Is this really grand theft garbage or were there more residents like me — who continue to give papers to Cosmo, where we know they will be recycled, and continue to return all containers warranting a deposit refund to SARCAN — than either the City or Loraas anticipated?

Or is this just a frustrated administrator venting without the backing of council? ehnatyshyn@gmail.com

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he City of Saskatoon and in motion will offer free outdoor fitness classes this summer in the downtown area. These fitness classes will be offered in Kiwanis Park North on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:05 p.m. to 12:50 p.m., June through August. Visit www.in-motion.ca for more information.

Participating fitness providers include: How to Run (June 3, 5, 10, and 12) provided by Craven S.P.O.R.T. Services – Registration begins May 15 by emailing css@cravensportservices.ca Pilates Core Fusion (June 17, 19, 24, and 26) provided by Lead Pilates – Registration begins May 30 by calling 306-382-7447 Running/Walking Group (July 1, 3, 8, and 10) provided by Motion Fitness –

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At PotashCorp, we value the efforts of local leaders who make our communities strong and vibrant places to build a future.

That’s why we are proud to recognize this year’s Women of Distinction and support YWCA Saskatoon – also a leader and difference-maker in our community.

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Award Winners

The finalists for the 2014 Women of Distinction Awards (Photo by Joelle Tomlinson)

Phyllis Hallatt honoured for work with Child Find

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hen Phyllis Hallatt lifetime achievement award at joined the board of the YWCA’s annual Women of Child Find SaskatchDistinction dinner last week at ewan in June 1986, it was a TCU Place. small volunteer-based organizaInspired by the leadership tion that operated out of a home within her own family, blessed kitchen. with independence during her The amazing irony is that childhood and teenage years Hallatt came on board because and due to her desire to be part of her bookkeeping skills, even of a changing scene, Hallatt has though the organization had a become the voice for lost, missbare-bones budget. ing and exploited children. The Hallatt’s leadership as a Saskatchewan organization will People volunteer, her determinacelebrate its 30th anniversary in tion to help families find their October. Hallatt has been there missing children and her introduction of virtually every step of the way. new programs were all recognized with a “When I joined Child Find in 1986,

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I was shocked by the lack of assistance which was available for families with missing children. At that time, there was very little help when a child went missing,” she said.

“The proudest moments come when you can give someone a hug and help them in their search for a loved one, or when you see the smiles on family faces once the child is home. It is difficult for families to cope and recover from a stranger abduction.”

Hallatt was been at the centre of the everyday operation, but she made inroads in boardrooms and government offices as well. The charity has grown from having no budget to $249,000 annually. She

sought and received stronger cooperation from police services, and she was asked to be on the Premier’s Task Force, a provincial partnership on missing persons, when it was launched.

One of the strongest programs today is Amber Alert. It is a voluntary partnership between police agencies and broadcasters to send out an emergency alert when a child or vulnerable adult has been abducted and is believed to be in imminent danger. Often a missing person is under 18 years of age or is an individual with a mental or physical disability. The key is making a public plea before an abductor can make plans to flee.

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We always take pride in our university family, and we’re privileged to work with the best of the best. Today, we celebrate all of our outstanding women—faculty, staff and alumni—who are nominees for the Women of Distinction Awards. Congratulations!

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Award Winners Profiles by Joelle Tomlinson

Education Award

Athletics Award

Jacquie Ackerman

Michelle Nelson

Arts, Culture, and Heritage Award Lisa Bird-Wilson

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he Education Award recognizes exceptional teachers, though recipient Jacquie Ackerman insists she is “just doing her job.”

A passionate artist and educator, Jacquie has been hailed for her commitment, generosity and team spirit. She has taught for 24 years with the Catholic school division: choir, drama and history at Holy Cross. She is now assistant principal at Bishop Murray, an alternative high school.

“My job as a choral teacher, drama director, or now as an AP at an alternate high school dealing with mental illness, all have one thing in common,” she said. “My job is to have students be the best that they can be and have success.”

At Bishop Murray she inspires students to change habits and find a road to success. She sings with the Saskatoon Chamber Singers, was musical director of four Summer Players’ productions, has been a board member of the Saskatchewan Music Educators’ Association, and she currently provides music ministry at the Cathedral of the Holy Family.

Her theory lies in one academic credit.

“If kids have success, that’s all they need. If they can get that one credit, they can move on and get the rest of them and truly be the best that they can be.”

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he Athletics Award recognizes exceptional athleticism and/or leadership in sports, fitness and recreation.

This year’s winner fits that description to a tee.

Michelle Nelson was emotional accepting her award. She attributed it to the hard work she has put into training to be a two-time Canadian gold medallist and an eight-time Golden Glove boxing champion.

Michelle is also the owner of Nelson Boxing, a non-profit club. She volunteers countless hours to teach not only the techniques and physical conditioning, but also the self-control and discipline required in this sport.

“My coach, John Dennison, was extremely influential,” said Michelle, who was quick to credit her positive attributes to others. “I have to thank people like him for never giving up on me. He taught me the dedication, hard work and skills that it takes to become a champion in the ring and also in life.”

On top of competing, Michelle trains many students who don’t have family or financial support, and she offers classes through KidSport Canada.

Michelle is involved with all aspects of her club. She trains, fundraises and attends all competitions with her athletes. Described as innovative, selfless and tenacious, she is credited with introducing boxing to Saskatoon.

“All I can hope is that I may have inspired other women to continue to follow their dreams,” she said.

isa Bird-Wilson’s writing community and circle is extremely important to her.

As the most recent recipient of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Award, Lisa joked that her plan for “writers to take over the world” was working. Author and director of training and employment at the Gabriel Dumont Institute, Lisa dreams of an inclusive, mutually respectful literary arts environment where all people can participate and contribute.

“I want to give my respect to the late Maya Angelou,” said Lisa at the YWCA Women of Distinction awards night. “She is a wonderful and influential writer and encompassed many beliefs I try to follow in my life.”

Lisa is a mighty literary presence in Saskatchewan, writing fiction and non-fiction, as well as history. Her non-fiction work explores the history of Metis education in Saskatchewan and the development of the Gabriel Dumont Institute, to which she is very committed.

Her recent work of fiction, Just Pretending, has been nominated for five Saskatchewan Book Awards. She is a founding member of the Aboriginal Literacy Network and the Aboriginal Writers Circle. While on the board of the Saskatchewan Writers Guild, she focused on Aboriginal-inclusive policy development and saw many positive results.

“To quote Angelou: ‘There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you,’” said Lisa.

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Award Winners Community Building Award

Entrepreneurship Award

Health and Wellness Award

Sheri Benson

Sara Wheelwright

Heather Pocock

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verybody knows Sheri, and Sheri knows everybody.”

That introduction aptly describes Sheri Benson, CEO of the United Way of Saskatoon and Area, and winner of the Community Building Award.

Sheri’s entire career has been in the nonprofit sector. She has worked in housing for those with mental illness and in advocacy for those on social assistance.

As CEO of the United Way of Saskatoon and Area, she has led solution-focused initiatives like 211 Saskatchewan and the Plan to End Homelessness. Sheri’s dedication to United Way was evident in her acceptance speech.

“I am privileged to work for an organization whose mission and vision is big and bold and inclusive,” said Sheri. “I am so grateful for those leaders, staff and volunteers who came before me and built the foundation for us to move forward and help build a community that is great for everyone. Words feel insufficient.”

Sheri is an advocate for building relationships between business and labour groups, and she’s a champion of outreach to Aboriginal groups, leaders and community members.

She encourages business and labour groups to work together and build relationships with Aboriginal groups, leaders and community members. Under her leadership the United Way raises $6 million annually.

Her leadership has improved the long-term sustainability of dozens of community organizations. As someone with such a diverse list of accomplishments and multiple obligations day-to-day, Sheri still points to the community that she calls a family.

“Nothing I’ve accomplished has been on my own,” she said with a laugh. “So thank you for letting me represent you.”

ara Wheelwright recognized a need for a niche website in Saskatoon and barrelled forward with the idea, regardless of the risk.

To move forward despite the risk is a motto that Sara lives by.

“There’s ups, there’s downs.

But what I have to say is no mountain is unconquered, so go for it, enjoy it, risk it, because that’s the way to build,” she said. Sara’s unique business idea came to life after moving to Canada from the UK in 2006.

The company she founded in 2011 owns www.TrustedSaskatoon.com and www.TrustedRegina.com. Sought after for her ability to help local businesses move from surviving to thriving, Sara is often asked to share her knowledge about the Internet, social media and marketing with the business community.

Her young company has already been a finalist for many prestigious Saskatchewan awards, but Sara credits her earlier success to the support of the Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan.

“I took advantage of the wonderful service, and I wouldn’t be standing here today without their guidance,” said Sara, a single mother. “I have so much support: from my family in the UK, and from my three children — who don’t see me as much as they would like. One thing I saw in the letters of nomination was ‘you do all these things, and you make it look easy.’

“I apologize, because it is not easy! Plates drop left, right and centre, and it’s just a big juggling match. And that’s where the support system comes in and spins a plate for me.”

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eather Pocock is assistant director and public education coordinator for the Saskatoon Sexual Assault and Information Centre.

She strives to prevent abuse through its violenceprevention initiatives.

Heather is particularly proud of I’m the Boss of Me, a program to prevent the sexual abuse of children. She’s coordinated the program for eight years in elementary schools “My goal is always to teach people about violence and relationship abuse in a way that reaches hearts and minds regardless of the audience. Good health and maintaining a state of wellness has always been important to me. For many of us it might mean going to the gym and eating well. Those are important to me, but for so many of the women and families I’ve worked with over the years, that’s not even a possibility.”

Heather’s career began as a crisis-line volunteer in 1982. Her work with non-profit organizations and women’s issues has grown from there. She has worked in women’s shelters for 16 years, was provincial coordinator for Sexual Assault Services of Saskatchewan, and has served on numerous committees and boards, both locally and provincially.

“It’s important to build the spirit in people and walk alongside them and help them be the best they can be,” she said. “I’ve had many challenges myself as a single mom — when it wasn’t something people did. But I survived by having balance in my life. And that means enjoying work and play. Wellness includes having fun, family, friends and a good community.”

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Award Winners Leadership, Management and Professions Award

Science, Technology, and Research Award

Youth Award Saleema Mohamed

Sandy Marie Bonny

Beth Bilson

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he recipient of the Leadership, Management and Professions Award professes a deep love for the City of Saskatoon.

Dr. Beth Bilson is a faculty member of the College of Law at the University of Saskatchewan, with a specialty in labour and administrative law and legal history.

She moved to Saskatoon when she was six. She has seen the rapid change in population and state of its economy.

“I think that Saskatoon is a wonderful community to grow up in and really develop as an adult,” said Beth. “With mentors, with support, I have truly benefitted from life in this community.”

Beth has served as both dean and assistant dean in the College of Law. Beth was the first woman to lead the Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board. She was also the first and only female dean in the College of Law. She has taken on numerous leadership roles for the Canadian Bar Association at both the national and provincial levels.

“To me it’s not surprising that Saskatoon is such a strong community when you look at all the women and what they are doing, not only in their personal life, but in their work and culture and the arts as well,” said Beth, who is a soughtafter speaker and writes on issues of importance with regard to the law.

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r. Sandy Marie Bonny is an Earth scientist and gifted short-story writer.

As coordinator of the Science Ambassador Program in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan, she pairs students with schools in remote Aboriginal communities, providing creative and culturally relevant science experiences for both students and teachers.

“People sometimes ask me how writing and science go together,” said Sandy with a laugh. “The answer is the three jobs that I have, which are all very much involved in creating communication and understanding and opening doors for underrepresented groups.”

Sandy is an instructor in the College’s Aboriginal Student Achievement Program, supporting successful transitions for students entering post-secondary education. She is very proud of her 18 students and made sure to recognize their achievements in her acceptance speech. In addition to educational pursuits, she is project lead for the Saskatchewan Cradleboard Initiative, a multi-vocal teaching and learning resource being developed in partnership between the U of S and Buffy Saint-Marie’s Nihewin Foundation of Canada. She has been an on-call writer/expert geologist from a popular science e-magazine, a mentor for girls interested in the field of science, a field-trip guide and a strong promoter of public scientific literacy.

aleema Mohamed has been volunteering since she was 13. Back then she raised funds for a local non-profit organization. Her mission is simple and beautiful: to have a positive impact on someone else’s life each day.

She is accomplishing this through her impressive list of volunteer activities, including organizing tutoring sessions, banquets, workshops for female empowerment, sports tournaments and conferences, as well as fundraising for families in need.

“We live in this culture of ‘me, me, me,’ and it’s all about Facebook and social media and focusing on yourself,” said Saleema. “I think it is so important to preserve the importance of helping out one another and volunteering your own time for someone else’s benefit.”

The Friendship Inn and Habitat for Humanity have benefited from Saleema’s time and effort.

Saleema encourages women of visible minorities, immigrants and refugees to be confident and to create Canadian identities that empower them as individuals.

Saleema is a recent graduate from the U of S, with a degree in civil engineering and professional communication. She hopes to continue her volunteering and involvement in the community, regardless of which career path she chooses.

Alert Youth among new Child Find programs

(Continued from page 9) lso relatively new is Alert Youth, a program that describes risky influences affecting today’s youth. It is aimed mostly at those between nine and 19 years of age. It’s an alert against falling into the traps of substance abuse, gangs, teen pregnancies, bullying, Internet luring, eating disorders or difficult relationships. A valuable tool for Alert Youth is a booklet, which youth can fill out themselves, detailing their physical description, social media and email account information, ID card numbers and unique personal information, which could be used if it was necessary to find them in a hurry.

“We’ve gone from being an organization that, in the beginning, really depended upon the distribution of pictures.

“In some ways, our jobs have become easier. Law enforcement agencies have changed the way they handle missing persons and now have dedicated officers.

Social media has enabled us to get quicker results. The digital ID program for highrisk people is important.

“The case load is decreasing, but that doesn’t mean the challenge has gone away. We have to get the Alert Youth program into more schools. We have to empower youth to look for the dangers, teach them where to run when they need assistance, have them think about the decisions they are making and the effect on what will happen to the families they leave behind.”

What Hallatt does today is just an extension of “wanting to be involved, the way I was encouraged by my own parents and through my husband, Mike, and our own family.”

While attending school in Winnipeg, she delivered papers for both dailies, babysat for friends and family from the age of 11 onwards and clerked part-time at the T. Eaton department store from age 15

to 22. After graduating from college with a business administration and accounting certificate, she once worked at the A&W Winnipeg head office, where she did accounting for all of the company-owned locations.

She and Mike married in 1962 and lived in Winnipeg, Regina and Edmonton before landing in Saskatoon in 1978, where he was employed by Intercontinental Packers.

She served in many organizations in different cities: Girl Guides, as a Sunday school teacher, a figure-skating club treasurer, a YWCA swimming instructor and a worker in a day-care centre.

“My husband’s cousin, Dennie Cooper, knew that I was an accountant and bookkeeper and she was the one who pointed me towards Child Find,” said Hallatt.

She’s been president of Child Find Canada and her reach extended into the United States, where, in 2006, she was honoured for “extraordinary commitment

to missing and exploited children” by the Association of Missing and Exploited Children organizations.

The YWCA award added to her recognition in Saskatoon. She was CTV Citizen of the Year in 2007.

“It has been heart wrenching at times, and sometimes there is a feeling of inadequacy when you can’t find the missing children as quickly as you think you should. There are still long-standing cases on our books. But people within Child Find and the other agencies still have the drive to make a difference.”

She sees strength in the provincial office, “but, soon, I hope to be looking for a general manager, more staff and more volunteers.”

She also admits to being 74 years old, and remembers that “14 years ago, I promised my dear husband I would retire.

I think it might be time to honour that promise.”

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Karen Maguire, who also creates artwork at The Studio on 20th, is affiliated with one of Saskatoon’s longest-running painting groups. That group, Artists’ Workshop, has a nearly 25-year history and will be found at Grace Westminster Church during Art Trek. When asked why Saskatoon seems to have such a large number of artists, Maguire joked that it’s due to the “long, cold winter.”

After working throughout the harsh winter months, the artists are ready to share their work.

“Maybe my ideas are lofty and romantic, but I really view that for a city to grow, it can’t just be about sports complexes and about generating business. It is about culture,” said Berry.

“We really need to stand behind that all of these things need to exist together.

I mean, the Renaissance happened for a certain reason. The explosion in Florence was because everything came together, so I really think there’s an opportunity here.

Let’s push that. If we want to grow Saskatoon, let’s be part of that.”

Bradshaw said Art Trek has enjoyed a “great response from the public” in the past, although there was “driving rain” to contend with during the first two years of the event.

“Despite that, we had a very good turnout. We’re just hoping that we can keep this going and expand every year,” she said.

Kathy Bradshaw paints at The Studio on 20th, one of the stops on the Art Trek tour (Photo by Shannon Boklaschuk) “We have a lot of artists in Saskatoon, and there’s lots of different groups forming.

Shannon Boklaschuk demonstrating while this on, or they’re emphasizes that creating art is “not magic,” It’s a way to educate the public about that Saskatoon Express going to have hands-on activities that and that people can learn the techniques. and give them an opportunity to meet the ixty local artists from nine studios people can participate in, so they’ll see the “I teach a training that’s actually not artists up front and go direct to the artists.” will open their doors to the public processes, see the techniques, see the dif- available in Alberta (or) Manitoba. So I’m For more information about Art Trek, and provide demonstrations during a ferent art forms.” the only atelier style of classical art train- visit facebook.com/ArtTrekSaskatoon two-day period this month.

Bradshaw said the artists at The Studio ing on the Prairies,” he said. or follow Art Trek on Twitter at @ArtThe third annual Art Trek studio dison 20th will be painting, and members of “What I bring to the group in trying to TrekYXE. covery tour is set to take place on June 13, the public will be able to watch the artists in promote (Art Trek) is that learning the skill from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on June 14, action, wander around and ask questions. and craft of drawing and painting is very The following studios are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the selfM. Craig Campbell, a blacksmith and accessible for people.” participating in Art Trek: guided tour, attendees can view pieces sculptor, said soapstone carving is on the On the evening of June 13, Berry will created by painters, weavers, sculptors, Atelier 2302 – 2302 St. Patrick Avagenda at the studio of the 330 Design present a talk about how painters can blacksmiths and glass and clay artists. enue (Exhibition area) Group. Art Trek attendees are encouraged create and think about palettes, with a “This is our third year running; we Artists’ Workshop – Grace Westminto sit down and try it. focus on “how to deal with colour in a started two years ago. We started with five ster Church, 505 10th St. East “The 330 Design studio is a little bit very simplistic way within the language studios and expanded to eight last year and different in that it’s all three-dimensional Textile Arts Group – Grace Westof painting,” he said. On June 14, one of now we’re nine this year,” said Kathy Brad- artwork,” said Campbell. minster Church (basement), 505 10th his teaching partners will offer a six-hour shaw, who paints at The Studio on 20th, a St. East “With that, we want people to have that portrait-painting demonstration. newly opened space that houses 10 artists. hands-on experience of carving soapstone, 330 Design Group – 330 Ave. G Nicki Ault, who paints at The Studio “It’s mainly collectives — artists’ South (lower level) and it’s a joyous experience.” on 20th, said one of the goals of Art Trek groups,” Bradshaw said of the Art Trek The Studio on 20th – 236A 20th St. In addition to educating the public is to “demystify” what artists do. People participants.

West about the artwork through viewings and often don’t know that the various studios “A lot of them aren’t represented in gal- hands-on demonstrations, the artists also The Stall Gallery Basement Studio involved in Art Trek exist, because they’re leries, and so we thought we would sort of hope to make some sales, said Campbell. not usually open to the public, she said.

C – 220 20th St. West band together to try to gain some exposure, MIX Artists’ Collective – 212 20th “It’s, hopefully, a revenue generator for “That’s one of the key points to Art St. West (The Green Ark) plus also just add something to the arts the artists.”

Trek is to engage the public — get them Studio 5 – Fifth floor, 331 First Ave. fabric of Saskatoon through a studio tour.”

While there are some works for sale at to come to the studios, where it’s not a North (Charter House Building) Bradshaw said another goal of the event Craig Berry’s studio, Atelier 2302, Berry’s gallery setting, where they can feel like Lauriston Street Studios – 510 Lauis to educate the public about what the focus is on training students. Visitors to they’re talking to a regular person, hoperiston St. artists do.

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Page 14 - SASKATOONEXPRESS - June 2-8, 2014 Opening her own business was the right move for Skoretz.

“I’ve always, always, always known that I wanted to work for myself. Most of my family is self-employed,” she said.

The business is going well, said Skoretz, noting there is a lot of interest in the upholstery side of the shop.

Skoretz’s store shares space with another business, Midmod, which supplies Hiddenstitch with many of its quirky items. Cindy McCoy from Midmod moved into the space about six months ago, and she does “a lot of the heavy stocking, a lot of the travelling, because I have to be here to run the store,” explained Skoretz.

McCoy travels monthly out of the province and brings items back to Saskatoon.

Midmod consigns items through Hiddenstitch. The relationship is working out well, said Skoretz, noting both her and McCoy like items from the 1960s and focus on the mid-century modern aesthetic.

“I just found that doing it on my own was far too ambitious. I don’t know what I was thinking,” she said.

“So I needed someone just to share in the retail, because I like upholstery better than I like shopping for vintage stuff. The timing worked out perfect. She needed somewhere to go, and I really needed some help. We work really well together, and it’s awesome.”

Hiddenstitch offers unique items at reaRicki Skoretz owns Hiddenstitch on 23rd Street East (Photo by Shannon Boklaschuk) sonable prices. Skoretz believes there’s buzz Shannon Boklaschuk of each unique piece. Along custom creations. We also about her store because right now there’s a Saskatoon Express with carrying a variety of piec- “big focus on local business.” provide event décor rental,” es available to purchase, we re you looking for unique décor said Skoretz.

“Providing a service that keeps things out also recreate your old furniture of the landfill, people are really into that at items to jazz up your home? Perhaps Running a vintage shop is by adding your own personal the moment,” she added. a striped sofa from the 1970s, a a natural fit for Skoretz, who flair to each item. Hiddenstitch vintage lamp or a handmade cushion embla- has drawn inspiration from “You can customize a piece of furniture also houses handmade and zoned with David Bowie’s face would add her parents. that you scored really big on. It’s a way of reinvented articles from local keeping your treasures and reusing them.” some flair to your space.

“I’ve always collected You can find that — and much more — at vintage. My parents have always been avid artisans to add to the distinct charm of your Ricki Skoretz’s vintage and custom upholantiques collectors and garage salers and all home.”

Hiddenstitch is located at 14 23rd St. Before opening Hiddenstitch in May stery shop, Hiddenstitch. that stuff. It just kind of felt perfect, like it fit East. It is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Located in downtown Saskatoon on together very well,” Skoretz said of the com- 2013, Skoretz worked as the office manager Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, from 11 at Saskatoon’s CFCR community radio sta- a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday and from noon 23rd Street East, Hiddenstitch offers a wide bination of vintage pieces and upholstery. variety of handmade and vintage items, Skoretz’s website explains the concept of tion. She grew up outside of Edmonton, but to 5 p.m. on Saturday. It is closed on Sunday including furniture and clothing, culled from her business in the following way: “Hidden- moved to Saskatoon about 8 ½ years ago, and Monday. For more information, call sources throughout Western Canada. stitch discovers the stories of salvageable fur- where she lives with her husband and her 306-652-5757, go online to hiddenstitch.ca “We also provide custom upholstery and niture by reinventing the design and styling dog. or email hiddenstitch@gmail.com.

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lease Hockey Night in Canada. Please let Bob Cole call at least one game in the Stanley Cup final. His call when a ChicagoLos Angeles game went eight minutes between whistles was legendary. Oh baby. l Jim Hughson and Craig Simpson are considerably better when the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t playing. l Janice Hough, on CNN now saying the pings that have been the focus of the MH370 search for the past seven weeks are no longer believed to be from the plane’s black boxes: “So standby for seven weeks of coverage on the waste of the past seven weeks.” l TC Chong, on two women passing all preliminary tests to become NFL refs: “They should do okay as long as they stay away from Joe Namath on the sidelines.” l From Torben Rolfsen: “You’ll notice the CFL didn’t have any work-stoppage problems until Ottawa joined the league.” l It seemed a little odd when Darian Durant said his union brothers deserve more money. Odd in that Durant receives almost 10 per cent of the Roughriders salary cap. Well deserved, I should add. He is becoming a great CFL quarterback. It just wasn’t quite as quickly as some flag-waving members of the media wanted us to believe. l From Bill Littlejohn: “Clay Buchholz recently became the second Red Sox pitcher ever to lose seven pounds in a single appearance. The first was a burglary at Bill Lee’s house.” l Hough, on the premier of Turks and Caicos saying he is open to the possibility of joining Canada: “Good news. It would raise the average temperature of Canada by about 10 degrees.” l From Chong: “A Chinese woman mountain climber is suspected of cheating by using a helicopter as part of her journey to the top of Mt. Everest. Her name, Wang Jing, translates to Rosie Ruiz in English.” l Rolfsen, on Michael Vick saying he believes he can lead the New York Jets to a Super Bowl: “He has about as much chance of doing that as winning the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.” l Hough, on Oscar Pistorius’ murder trial being postponed until late June so the Olympic athlete can have a month-long mental evaluation: “Pistorius must be at the hospital from 9 p.m. un-

til 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with weekends off. Even L.A. celebrities accused of murder are thinking that’s a cushy deal.” l Nice that Kanye West could make Kim Kardashian an honest woman. l I read a column last week suggesting there should be a salary cap for all positions in the CFL. He was saying there should be a similar rate of pay among all teams for coaches, general managers and ticket takers. Really? Isn’t the point of a salary cap to keep the playing field level? l Hough, on Queen releasing new tracks featuring Freddie Mercury that were just unearthed: “Or as the Rolling Stones would say, ‘Only yesterday.’” l Rolfsen, on the Rangers Derek Stepan scoring two goals after missing one game with a broken jaw: “I’d still be lying on my couch asking people to make me another batch of nachos in the blender.” l From Littlejohn: “David Ortiz broke his bat over his knee. Hence, Big Papi knows Bo.” l From Hough: “At a British music festival, Macaulay Culkin’s band, the Pizza Underground, was booed off the stage and pelted with beer. Maybe his band needs to play at Yankee Stadium, where beer is far too expensive to throw at anyone.” l At what point in his life should Sting go back to being Gordon Sumner? l Rolfsen, on the Cubs signing Manny Ramirez to be a player/coach for their Triple-A affiliate in Iowa: “Real life has turned into a bad ‘90s baseball movie: Needles in the Outfield.” l From Littlejohn: “TJ Ward of the Denver Broncos says the strip-club incident in which he allegedly threw a mug at a bartender was blown out of proportion. Sounds more like it was thrown out of proportion.” l Hough, on both Serena and Venus Williams losing in the second round at the French Open: “This French Open has seen more quick surrenders than …. Oh does this really even need a punchline?” l Rolfsen says Barry Trotz is a great fit for the Capitals: “He has consistently never won the big one.” l It can get interesting when news guys do sports. A case in point is when a talking head said Dustin Tokarski “was on his face, as they say, for the whole game.”

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I’d signed on with Desert Adventures (www.kayaklasvegas.com), an outdoors outfitter in Boulder City that specializes in helping people like me explore the massive lake. I was part of a guided tour, each of us paddling individual kayaks and led by an expert guide named Reid.

As we made our way around the network of islands, never too far away from shore, Reid took us a verbal tour of the local landscape. Formed when the mighty Hoover Dam was completed on the Colorado River in 1935, Lake Mead is a blue oasis in the middle of an arid desert. It is lucky if there are 100 millimetres of rain here in a year.

Reid pointed skywards to a solitary redtail hawk catching thermals as it scanned the rocky shoreline for any lunch potential.

Lizards, like the chubby chuckwallas, seemed to be successfully hiding as the raptor disappeared overtop a cliff face.

Incoming zip liners get the thumbs up from the Flightlinez crew as they ready themselves to come in for landing Also hidden were the region’s big horn on the platform at Bootleg Canyon in Boulder City (Photos by Peter Wilson) sheep, although later, back on land, we did find a herd grazing in an irrigated Boulder AS VEGAS — This is a to set you free from your day own levels of fear change to pure joy as City park. city to live the high life. It job. I’m talking true adventure our expert Flightlinez guides unhooked us There are so many outdoor spins you is a top speed, high stakes — Nevada style — where fresh from our cable lines and led us out to the can add to a Las Vegas getaway. Horsekind of life where kicking up air, blue skies and wind in your next launch platform. It felt like we’d hit back riding, mountain biking, desert hikyour heels and stepping into the hair (if you still have some) the Las Vegas jackpot. ing, off-road tours and rock climbing can unknown gives you an adrenaline give you that different kind of No question, Vegas is great. How can be part of any planned itinerary out of this explosion like no other. freedom that comes with living you argue with the 42 million people who gambling city. Just check with your travel No, I’m not talking about the in the moment. come here annually to flirt with lady luck agent. regular Las Vegas world where hotThat’s the reason I was and spend a few days in the greatest and It was early evening when I got back blooded poker, the fortune of craps lathered in factor-70 sunmost glittering show city on Earth? to my hotel, and amid the air-conditioned and the computer-guided tumble screen, strapped into a harness The huge range of hotels, dining opchill casino life was buzzing. The noise, of fruit and number combinations and zip lining on a thick cable portunities, shopping attractions and all the colour and the patrons, their faces lit by Travel hold the knee-trembling promise 20 metres above the desert shows on tap bring folks from around the the blur of flitting numbers and assorted floor of Bootleg Canyon. globe. While pretty well everyone with a fruits, held a compelling attraction for me CP10136.F02 Sheri I hit speeds of 60 mph. HoldVegas luggage tag will spend a few bucks as I walked across the plush carpet to the ing my legs wide and high, I in the casinos, the serious high rollers are elevator. hurtled towards the red dot that in the minority.

My outdoor day of zip lining and kayakwas my guide, almost invisible It’s not all about staying financially ing had been thrilling, but back on the ca400 metres away on the landing afloat at the gaming tables. After my fun sino floor — the ground zero for gamblers platform. I was scared. on the zip line, I took my outdoor spirit up — there was a different kind of electricity We’d left the jingle jangle a notch in the afternoon, heading for the in the air. As I punched the elevator button, air-conditioned world of neon open waters of Lake Mead to explore the I made a decision. A quick shower and early in the morning to seek out largest man-made lake in the U.S. Formed some fresh duds, and I knew I could be part adventure just a few short miles by the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead supplies of the scene in a half-hour, no sunscreen from the Strip. There was giddi- the water and electrical power to Las required. ness, euphoria and not just a little apprehension among fellow pasMaritime Mosaic & Newfoundland sengers as we drove out across the One of the most comprehensive tours of Atlantic Canada desert to nearby Boulder City, just – this tour doesn’t miss a thing! Nova Scotia with south 35 km southeast of Vegas. shore, New Brunswick and Acadia coast, PEI and the The Flightlinez Bootleg Red Beaches, Cape Breton and the Cabot Trail, plus Canyon course (www.flightli7 days in Newfoundland – Gros Morne, Viking Trail, nezbootleg.com) has more than Twillingate and St. John’s.

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French doors in the great room open onto a terrace, and natural light will flood through windows in the dining area and over the kitchen sink.

The kitchen includes a handy prep island with a three-seat eating bar, as well as a pantry and generous counter space.

The master suite also overlooks the back garden, and includes an en-suite bathroom with an oval soaker tub, as well as a walk-in closet.

The second bedroom, tucked in betwixt the master suite, the laundry room and the double garage, will share a

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This home measures 35 feet wide and 52 feet deep, for a total of 1,298 square feet.

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Gather Round for Art in the Park

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Saskatoon Express rt in the Park is set to return June 8 for a day of live music, family fun, food and of course, art. Taking place in Saskatoon’s Caswell neighbourhood at Ashworth Holmes Park (located on the corner of Avenue E North and 31st Street West), Art in the Park is one of the city’s most popular community events.

This year’s theme is Gather Round.

“Everyone is invited and it’s going to be a great day,” said festival coordinator Raeanne Van Beek. “It comes together because of a great collaborative effort of a lot of different individuals and groups.

Come for the art and stay for the atmosphere. ” Art in the Park kicks off at 10:30 a.m. with a free-by-donation pancake brunch at Christ Church Anglican (515 – 28th St West). At noon, the crowd will migrate up the street to Ashworth Holmes Park for the festival’s opening ceremony. It will be led by the North Saskatchewan Regiment Pipes and Drums.

Live music will be featured all after-

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he home in the Kinsmen annual home lottery comes with a view.

The $1.15-million professionally decorated and landscaped showhome sits just above the west bank of the river.

Located at 1176 Spadina Cres., this threebedroom home is a great example of executive living.

Built by Lexus Homes, the (Mike) Holmes Approved Home is a two-storey duplex with more than 3,200 square feet of finished living space.

Engineered hardwood flooring covers much of the main level, including the formal dining room, the kitchen and the great room, where the focus is a linear natural gas fireplace. There is a raised tiled sitting area with great views of the river in this room.

The large kitchen has an abundance of cabinetry and countertop space. There are high-end, built-in appliances and a huge island and breakfast bar. A deck is located off the main floor and at the front entrance.

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noon on the outdoor stage. For children, there will be crafts, games, art making, face painting, balloon twisting and creative activities.

“Bring your appetite,” said Van Beek.

“Chef Anthony McCarthy will take concession fare to an art form, with a classic grill and other fresh and tasty items.”

Proceeds from the concession go to Little Opera on the Prairie (LOOP).

For the shopper in the family, the onsite Artist Village will host more than 100 emerging and established local artists.

They will be showcasing and selling their artwork and handcrafted goods.

Artist registration is free, with registrations accepted until June 7.

Artists, artisans and craftspeople interested in participating can email info@ caswellhill.ca, contact Raeanne Van Beek at 306-652-7580 or visit www.caswellartsfestival.com for registration details.

Art in the Park is a free family event.

It gratefully acknowledges support from the City of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Lotteries and Saskatoon Media Group.

Ford dealership in Hague rebuilding shower are highlights in the master suite on the second floor. A second bedroom, home office, the family bathroom and a laundry room are also located on the upper level. There is a second-floor deck offering excellent views of the river.

The basement is finished and features a recreational room, an exercise room, a third bedroom and a third bathroom.

The home has an attached double garage.

Automobiles and vacation packages also are part of the lottery, with proceeds directed to Kinsmen projects.

Tickets are available by calling 306652-2500 in Saskatoon or 1-888-546-7636 from elsewhere in Saskatchewan. Viewing times are weekdays from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and on weekends and holidays from noon to 6 p.m.

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en months after a fire destroyed the Valley Ford dealership in Hague, owner Bob Kenny and general manager Kevin Adams announced they are partnering with another local company, Zak’s Home Building Centre, on construction of a new dealership.

“The community in and around Hague has been so helpful and supportive on a daily basis since last year’s fire,” said Adams as he, Kenny and Henry Zacharias, president of Zak’s Home Building Centre, clasped shovels at last week’s sod-turning. “We’re looking forward to getting into our new building to provide sales and service to our customers in a more comprehensive and comfortable manner.”

Partnering with another local company to rebuild their Hague dealership makes the journey out of the aftermath of the

fire that destroyed his business a little bit sweeter for Kenny.

“It’s about neighbours working together to support and serve the community,” said Kenny. “There are just not enough words to thank all the businesses and people in Hague and surrounding areas who have supported us during this trying time. We are looking forward to once again becoming a permanent entity in this community for years to come.”

“Zak’s Home Building Centre is honoured to be handling the construction of Valley Ford’s new dealership buildings, and we’re looking forward to once again have Valley Ford as our business neighbour,” said Zacharias.

“The addition of Valley Ford to the highway frontage will also be great for the Town of Hague.”

Adams said that the dealership will move into its new digs early next year.

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Roy Anderson and Darrell Burko have two acclaimed recordings, a load of catchy originals, and they are known for their engaging live performances. Show time is 9 p.m. at The Bassment, 202 4th Avenue North. Tickets are $15 for SJS members, $20 for non-members.

JUNE 7 A superb collection of Saskatoon singers will be featured in the Saskatoon Jazz Society’s second part of the JazzJ Singerfest. Appearing will be Sarah Anderson, Michelle Auser, Sylvia Bender, Grant Currie, Jamie Donlevy, Graham Dyck, Ellen Kolenick, Alexis Normand, Jessica Robinson, Kathryn Schulz and Tatrina Tai, each working with the Kim Salkeld Quartet. Show time is 8 p.m. at The Bassment, 202 4th Avenue North. Tickets are $17 for SJS members, $23 for non-members. ***** Prairie Virtuosi spring concert, featuring Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Haydn’s Symphony No. 49 and Bottesini’s Concerto for Double Bass and Orchestra performed with bassist Richard Carnegie. 7:30 p.m. at Grace Westminster United Church. Tickets: $25 adults, $20 seniors and students, 10 and under free. Available at: McNally Robinson and the door. **** Stensrud Lodge Summer Fair, featuring country rock musician Codie Prevost. 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the Stensrud Lodge before or on the day of the event. Proceeds go to the lodge’s residents in motion campaign. For more information, call 306-373-5580.

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JUNE 8 The Gutsy Walk, a fundraiser for Crohn’s and Colitis. Proceeds raised advance medical research, improving the lives of children and adults affected by these chronic diseases.

The walk takes place at North Kiwanis Park (north of the Bessborough Hotel). Registration, entertainment and a barbecue at noon, with the walk at 2 p.m. For more information or to register, visit www.gutsywalk.ca or call 1-800387-1479 or 306-664-4420.

JUNE 11 Saskatoon Shines Leadership Gala to honour individuals from our community who have dedicated time and energy to bring spectacular events to our city. Ramada Hotel. 6 p.m. reception, with dinner and an awards ceremony at 7 p.m. Tickets are $65 each or $350 for a table of six. For tickets, contact Cora Fischer at 306-931-7580 or email cfischer@tourismsaskatoon.com.

JUNE 12

Ladies Night Out at the STARS Saskatoon Base.

Bring your friends for a fun-filled evening of networking, wine and food pairings, helicopters and tour the STARS base with our flight crew.

Where: STARS Base, Hangar 21, 2475 Airport Road. When: 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Please RSVP to Denise Kendrick no later than June 9 at dkendrick@stars.ca or 306-659-1525. There is no charge for this event. ***** Help provide hope and dignity to the survivors of Typhoon Haiyan and Syrian refugees at the Rotary ShelterBox fundraising event at 5:30 at the German Cultural Centre. ShelterBoxes contain all the necessities – a tent, sleeping mats, a stove, water container & purifier plus basic tools. Guest speaker, Ron Noseworthy JUNE 11-14 will describe his deployment to the Philippines MoSo, Saskatoon’s celebration of innovation following Typhoon Haiyan. Tickets are $50 with in music and technology. For a complete list of a tax-deductible receipt upon request. Silent artist and speakers, as well as ticket informa- & live auction. For tickets contact Dorothy at tion head to MoSo2014.com. ‘Like us’ on Face- 934-2067 or 270-4216. book and follow us on Twitter (@mosoconf, @ mosofest). Conference tickets start at $282 and JUNE 13 Fest tickets start at $82. Tickets are available The Saskatoon School of Dance is celebrating at www.picatic.com/moso2014yxe.

60 outstanding years in The World of Dance.

TCU Place. Rush tickets available through the JUNE 13 Studio 306-653-7026 email: ssd.nin@sasktel.

Buddy Holly tribute with England Band. Special net. guest: The Ventures. Nutana Legion. Tickets: at the Legion (306-374-3292) or McNally RobinJUNE 13-14 son. $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Showtime MCC Relief Sale and Auction at Prarieland Park, is 8 p.m. There is a meal at 6:30 p.m. but it is Hall E. June 13: venues open at 4 p.m. with not included in the price of the ticket. supper from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Entertainment at 8 p.m. June 14: breakfast 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Venues open at 8:30, Kids activities at 9 a.m., official opening and auction of quilts etc. at 9:30 a.m. Food booths open from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free Admission.

JUNE 4 ***** Saskatchewan Friends of the Shevchenko Foundation will host the 17th Annual Fundrais- Art Trek. A visit to nine artist studios and collectives in Saskatoon. There will be demonstraing Evening. tions, hands-on activities and draws for art.

2014 celebrates the 200th anniversary of the June 13 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and June 14 birth of Taras Shevchenko and the Ukrainian from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on Canadian Foundation of Taras Shevchenko the artists and locations go to www.facebook. supporting Ukrainian culture in Canada for over 50 years. Advance tickets only. Seating is com/ArtTrek Saskatoon. limited. For more information email shevchen- ***** Re-stART Art Sale – Mendel Gallery Group Volkofriends@gmail.com or call 306-230-1131. unteers. Re-stART your collection with this op***** portunity to sell art that you no longer love and/ Join in the open house as Multi-Faith Sasor to buy a new piece that belongs to someone katoon meets the Baha’i’s at the new Baha’i else. Submission of Artworks: June 13 or June Information Centre in the Prairie Star Gallery 14 between noon and 6 p.m. Only 500 pieces building, 1136, Eighth Street East, 8 – 9.30 p.m. Power point introduction, Q & A, option to will be accepted, with a maximum of four per individual. Sale Dates: Friday, June 20 to tour gallery, (prairiestargallery.ca), refreshSunday, June 29 – noon to 4 p.m. Extended ments served. For more information, call hours on Friday, June 27 –Noon to 9 p.m. For 306-664-3331. more information, including the Submission Guidelines, please see www.Mendel.ca or pick JUNE 5 up in the Mendel Art Gallery lobby.

Dedication of trail marker by the last tree planted by Richard St. Barbe Baker, the world JUNE 14 renowned “Man of the Trees,” with a short Celebration of Philippines Independence. Noon program followed by light refreshments.

When: noon hour at the Meewasin Trail by the at Victoria Park. For more information visit www.filcas.ca.

Diefenbaker Centre parking lot. Bring a picnic lunch. For details see “Man of the Trees Marker ***** Dedication and Presentation” on FB or call 306- Saskatoon Prayer Breakfast. Prairieland Park, Hall A. Breakfast 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 664-3331. program from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Keynote: Dr. Tony Campolo, Special Guest: Dan Hamhuis, JUNE 6 Vancouver Canuck and 2014 Olympic Gold The legacy of the pioneering “global Medallist. Guest Artist: Brad Johner. Tickets: environmentalist,” Richard St Barbe Baker, www.saskatoonex.com. and personal stories about him and his long ***** association with Saskatoon. Prairie Star Gallery, The SPCA Auxiliary is having its annual garage 1136, Eighth St East, (prairiestargallery.ca). sale at 231 Perreault Crescent from 8:30 Free. 8 p.m. For details see “Man of the Trees a.m. until 4 p.m. All proceeds go to the SPCA Marker Dedication and Presentation” on FB or Second Chance Fund. call 306-664-3331. ***** JUNE 7 The Saskatoon Grandmothers4Grandmothers Saskatchewan Walk to Cure in support of the are holding a Stride To Turn The Tide Walk Huntington Society of Canada (HSC). Proceeds in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation from this event help fund programs in family whose mandate is to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa services and research for people affected and to provide assistance to African Grandby Huntington disease (HD). Meewasin Trail, mothers who are raising their AIDS-orphaned behind Diefenbaker Centre on the University of grandchildren. Where: Meewasin Trail behind Saskatchewan campus. Registration begins at the Mendel Art Gallery. Registration: 9 a.m.

9:30 a.m.followed by the walk, a complimenWalk: 10 a.m.For further information please tary lunch, and time for socializing. Walkers contact Patti Soltys at 306-979-4892. of all abilities are welcome and the event is wheelchair accessible. Please visit http:// JUNE 15 huntingtonsociety.kintera.org/SaskatoonWalk Father’s Day at the Marr Residence (326 11th for more information.

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Street East). 1-4 p.m. Come and enjoy the ambience of this historic house and garden.

There will be storytelling from 2-3 p.m. and a card-making craft. Suitable for all ages.

people in their 50s and 60s. Events such as weekly Wednesday restaurant suppers, monthly Sunday brunches, movie nights, dances, pot luck and more. Meet new friends.

No membership dues. For more information email allaboutus10@hotmail.com or phone (306) 978-0813. ***** The Off Broadway Farmers’ Market and InterEvery Monday national Bazaar from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the There’s Hope Beyond Depression Program. basement of Emmanuel Anglican Church (607 Free introductory sessions Feb. 3 or Feb. 10 Dufferin Ave. and 12th Street). A variety of Sasfrom 7 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Where: 327 Pinehouse katchewan foods ranging from grass-fed beef, Drive (wheelchair accessible). For more info call Katadin lamb, free-range eggs, and several Pekka at 306-717-1665 or email saskatoonre- varieties of frozen fish. Fresh baking, German covery@gmail.com. pastry, and fresh and frozen Indian food including samosas are other features. Guest vendors may call 306-664-2940 for details.

Every Tuesday ***** Tops #5273 meets at St. Mathews Hall (135Mission: To support the Lighthouse project 109th Street West). Weigh-in from 5:45 p.m. in Inner City. What: Bargain Store: Babies, to 6:15. Meeting from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Children, Ladies, Men’s Clothing, Jewelry, Experience a healthy weight loss. For more Purses, Belts; Camping Clothes. When: 10:30 information call 306- 249-2029 or 306-931a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: St. Paul’s United 3286.

Church,454 Egbert Avenue. Prices: From $0.25 to $5. For more information: Call 306-955First Monday of every 3766 (church) or go to spuconline.com or month Saskatoon Ostomy Association meetings. 7:30 email zixiag@gmail.com. p.m. at Mayfair United Church. We meet the first Monday of the month except when there is Third Tuesday of the Month What: Monthly Drop-In Caregiver Support a holiday. Then it is the second Monday.

Group. Who: Caregivers for adult family members or friends. Cost: Free (presented First Tuesday of every

by Saskatoon Health Region). To Register: month What: FROMI - Friends and Relatives of People Jeanne (306-655-3426) or Karen (306-6553427). with Mental Illness. These meetings run from

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7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Where: W.A. Edwards Family Centre, 333 Fourth Avenue North (wheelchair accessible).If you have a loved one or friend with a mental illness and you need understanding support, contact Carol at 306-249-0693, Linda at 306-933-2085, Lois at 306-242-7670 or e-mail fromisk@gmail.com.

First and Third Sunday of each month What: Pet Loss Support Group, Support and comfort to people who are struggling with the loss of a beloved companion animal due to old age, sickness or other sad reasons. The no-obligation support group meets the first and third Sunday of every month 2 p.m. at the W.A. Edwards Centre, 333 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon. For more information or telephone support, call 306-343-5322.

Third Thursday of the Month The Saskatoon Prostate Cancer Support Group is a local community group of men who have or who have had prostate cancer, and their spouses/partners/caregivers. We meet monthly for sharing, for support, and for information.

Location: W.A. Edwards Centre, 333 – 4th Avenue North.

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What: Friendship Force International, Saskatoon and Area Club. We are an organization of more than 360 clubs in more than 50 countries throughout the world. FFI allows you to enjoy economical travel while forging new friendships with club members from around the world. Visit our website at www.thefriendshipforce.org Find out more about us or come Every Thursday What: Depression Support Group — free group join us at our next meeting by contacting Bill Gulka at 306-249-0243 or by email w.gulka@ runs on the first and third Thursday of each sasktel.net. month, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This is open to anyone struggling with depression and family members wanting to support them. Where: Every Tuesday and Thursday 311 – 38th Street East. This is a wheelchair ac- Bridge City Senioraction Inc: Classes every cessible building. For more info call 270-9181. Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Registration is $20, drop-in fee is $2. For ***** information, call Sheila at 306-931-8053 or In June, July and August the Saskatoon InterKathy at 306-244-0587. national Folkdance Club meets at 7 p.m. by the Jeux Canada Games Monument in Kiwanis Park (Spadina Crescent East and 23rd Street). Every Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday Learn dances from around the world. No admission. Check www.sifc.awardspace.com Overeaters Anonymous: Is food a problem for for more information. you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you binge, purge or restrict? Is your weight affecting your life? We are a non-profit 12-step Every Wednesday group that meets on Tuesdays at noon and The Saskatoon Mood disorder support group 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and Sundays for people with bi-polar, depression and other at 2 p.m. For more information including locarelated mental health problem meets at the tions visit www.oa.org.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church at 323 4th Ave. South (south entrance) at 7:30 p.m. For Every Saturday more information call Al at 306-716-0836 or Lindi at 306-491-9398.

Country Farms Marketplace, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ***** at Confederation Mall.

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Applies only to optional front crash prevention models

FOR ONLY

ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE UP TO AN ADDITIONAL

$ $

35

$ ˆ

$ MORE BI-WEEKLY

2014 FUSION

OWN THE FUSION S FOR ONLY

139 @ 2.99%

ˆ

FINANCED BI-WEEKLY FOR 84 MONTHS WITH

APR

OFFERS INCLUDE $750 IN MANUFACTURER REBATES, FREIGHT, AND AIR TAX.

$0 DOWN INCLUDES FREIGHT

IN A FUSION SE

12 BI-WEEKLY

ˆ MORE

1,000

*

ON MOST NEW VEHICLES

$ • ADVANCETRAC® WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL • AIR CONDITIONING • 6-SPEED SELECTSHIFT® TRANSMISSION • INTEGRATED BLIND SPOT MIRRORS • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY • EASY FUEL® CAPLESS FUEL FILLER • 7 AIRBAGS • TRACTION CONTROL AND MUCH MORE

GET EVEN MORE

• FOUR WHEEL DRIVE • 1.6L ECOBOOST® ENGINE • HEATED SEATS • MYFORD 4" COLOUR DISPLAY

STANDARD FEATURES

• 6-SPEED SELECTSHIFT® TRANSMISSION • VOICE-ACTIVATED SYNC® • LED TAIL LAMPS • HALOGEN PROJECTOR HEADLAMPS • EASY FUEL® CAPLESS FUEL FILLER • CRUISE CONTROL • INTEGRATED BLIND SPOT MIRRORS • STEERING-WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS • POWER WINDOWS/LOCKS AND MUCH MORE

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• 10-WAY POWER DRIVER SEAT WITH LUMBAR SUPPORT • 4" LCD INFORMATION SCREEN • SIRIUSXM SATELLITE RADIO

ON MOST NEW

500

*

FOCUS AND FIESTA MODELS

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Vehicle(s) may be shown with optional equipment. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). ^Until June 30, 2014, receive [1.99%]/[2.99%] APR purchase financing on new 2014 [Escape S/Escape SE 201A package]/[Fusion S/Fusion SE] models for up to 84 months, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest rate. Example: 2014 [Escape S/Escape SE 201A package]/[Fusion S/Fusion SE] for [$25,178/$31,249]/[$22,818/$24,799] (after $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, and [$750/$1,000]/[$500/$1,000] in manufacturer rebates deducted) purchase financed at [1.99%]/[2.99%] APR for 84 months, monthly payment is [$321/$399]/[$301/$328] (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of [$149/$184]/[$139/$151]), interest cost of borrowing is [$1,940/$2,239]/[$2,480/$2,683] or APR of [1.99%]/[2.99%] and total to be repaid is [$27,118/$33,488]/[$25,298/$27,482]. Down payment may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. All offers include charges for freight and air tax [$1,750]/[$1,700], but exclude options, license, PPSA , fuel fill charge, insurance, dealer PDI, administration fees, and any other applicable environmental charges/fees and taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. *Offer only valid from May 1, 2014 to June 30, 2014 (the “Offer Period”) to resident Canadians with an eligible Costco membership on or before April 30, 2014. Receive $500 towards the purchase or lease of a new 2014/2015 Ford Fiesta (excluding S), Focus (excluding S and BEV), C-MAX, and $1,000 towards all other Ford models (excluding Raptor, GT500, Mustang Boss 302, and Medium Truck) (each an “Eligible Vehicle”). Limit one (1) offer per each Eligible Vehicle purchase or lease, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Applicable taxes calculated before offer is deducted. Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offer. Offers only valid at participating dealers. Retail offers may be cancelled or changed at any time without notice. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800- 565-3673. For factory orders, a customer may either take advantage of eligible Ford retail customer promotional incentives/offers available at the time of vehicle factory order or time of vehicle delivery, but not both or combinations thereof. Retail offers not combinable with any CPA/ GPC or Daily Rental incentives, the Commercial Upfit Program or the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP). ®: Registered trademark of Price Costco International, Inc. used under license. ¥ Based on 2007 - 2013 R. L. Polk vehicle registrations data for Canada in the Large Premium Utility, Large Traditional Utility, Large Utility, Medium Premium Utility, Medium Utility, Small Premium Utility, and Small Utility segments. † Based on year-end 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 total sales figures for light vehicles in Canada from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. (and Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association data exchanged by OEMs). ©2014 Sirius Canada Inc. “SiriusXM”, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. ©2014 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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marry him. And I said, “Yes!” I am so grateful my friend encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone and take a chance. I want to thank you and your staff for making my life perfect. I will keep you posted because I sure want you at my wedding. — Angela Dear Angela, Congratulations! Thank you for the update, and for being such a pleasure to work with. At times the process can be frustrating, but the payoff is sure worth it. I look forward to attending your wedding.

(I will be in Saskatoon interviewing new clients June 24-27. Call 1-204-888-1529 to book your appointment. Questions for this column can be submitted to camelotintroductions@mymts.net.)

Available in most new Ford vehicles with 6-month pre-paid subscription