It's time to hunt up your Rider gear. Not just because some of the Riders are coming to town to play some exhibition hockey, but because St. Patrick's Day is just a few days away.
To celebrate the saint's special day, St. Vital Catholic Women's League members and other parish members will be busy in their kitchens conjuring up all manner of tasty treats for a bake sale. The sale will be held at Co-op Territorial Place Mall starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15.
And as it turns out the community can really get into the spirit of "wearing the green" as the Riders come to town the same day for a little fun at the Civic Centre. Turn to the sports section for more details.
North Battleford Public Library is also giving the community an opportunity to acknowledge St. Patrick's Day with family activity beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 15.
Curling fans who want a break from the action on TV might want to take in the skilled action at Northland Curling Centre as the No. 43 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron hosts provincial curling playdowns. The action gets underway Saturday at 9 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m. Sunday there will be games from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Smooth jazz tunes can be enjoyed at the Dekker Centre Friday, March 14 when Diana Panton takes the stage. Panton has quietly become one of the brightest lights on the jazz scene today. Her work has been consistently praised by listeners and music critics alike for her ethereal vocals, exceptional song selection and heartfelt renditions. Panton, from Hamilton, Ont., has a background in classical music and says she grew up listening to Mozart and Beethoven. A chance encounter with an Ella Fitzgerald album set her on the path to becoming a jazz performer.
Also coming to the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts Saturday, March 22 is comedian Brent Butt. Originally from Tisdale, Butt is possibly most famous for his hit TV sitcom Corner Gas. Butt has been in the news lately because of the release of his first movie, No Clue. Described as an offbeat Canadian twist on film noir, Butt is not only starring in the film, but is also the author of the screenplay. In a recent radio interview, Butt talked about his new role as a movie star. He said no matter what turns his career takes, he still loves stand up. He said stand up is who he is, not what he does, and those taking in the show will be treated to the very best this gifted comic has to offer. Butt is headlining the Celebrate the Arts evening, which is billed to provide non-stop entertainment, delicious food and refreshment. Proceeds from the evening assist the Dekker Centre in providing "above the norm" programming throughout the year.
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