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Thursday 7
LET’S GET KNOTTY Weekly drop-in session for people interested in knitting, crocheting and other fabric arts. Frances Morrison Library, 7-9 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
EVENINGS IN LOCAL HISTORY Guest-speaker Gregory Smith discusses “The Road to a Published Novel”. Frances Morrison Library, 7-8 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
AN EVENING WITH ADAM SHOALTS The author discusses his book Beyond the Trees: A Journey Alone Across Canada’s Arctic. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
JUST FOR LAUGH’S COMEDY NIGHT IN CANADA Touring stand-up show with host Rick Mercer and comics Ivan Decker, Debra DiGiovanni and Ali Hassan. TCU Place, 7:30 p.m. See tcutickets.ca.
WEST COAST SWING This weekly event has a beginner dance lesson at 8 p.m., with social dance at 9 p.m. Toon Town Tavern. See westcoastswingsaskatoon.com.
Friday 8
WALK-IN COUNSELLING This Family Service Saskatoon clinic is conducted on a first come first served basis. Frances Morrison Library, 1-5 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
AN AFTERNOON OF LOCAL HISTORY Today’s topic: Leonard Hillyard, who photographed Saskatoon from 1909–1974. Frances Morrison Library, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
CURATED WINTER MARKET This showcase of local vendors with hand-made goods includes a ticketed event tonight from 5-9 p.m. and an open market Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. TCU Place. See bycurated.com.
SECOND FRIDAYS This social gathering is hosted by Saskatchewan Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs. Cathedral Social Hall, 4:30-6:30 p.m. See sype.ca.
USASK ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS This annual gala recognizes notable university alumni. Delta Hotel, 6-9 p.m. See usask.ca.
HUSKIES VS MACEWEN COLLEGE Canada West basketball. Physical Activity Complex, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
BLADES VS RED DEER REBELS WHL hockey. SaskTel Centre, 7 p.m. See saskatoonblades.com.
PHILOSOPHY IN THE COMMUNITY Emer O’Hagan discusses “Buddhist Reflections on Forgiveness”. The Refinery, 7 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
SALSA NIGHT Evening of social dancing hosted by Saskatoon Salsa. L.B. Distillers, dance lesson at 8:30 p.m., social dancing at 9 p.m. See saskatoonsalsa.com.
YUK YUK’S COMEDY Guest comics are Myles Morrison and Dusty Adam. Park Town Hotel, show at 9 p.m. See parktownhotel.com.
Saturday 9
WESTERN CANADIAN OIREACHTAS This two-day competition is a regional qualifier for the North American and World Irish Dance Championships. TCU Place, Nov. 9-11. See wcidta.ca.
METROPOLITAN OPERA: MADAMA BUTTERFLY Broadcast of Puccini’s famous opera about a Japanese geisha who falls in love with an American naval officer. Scotiabank Theatre, 11:55 a.m. See cineplex.com.
SASKATCHEWAN SNEAKER SHOW Third annual “shoecase” devoted to all things sneaker with music by DJ Tefrondon. TCU Place, noon-4:30 p.m. See sasksneakershow.ca.
AN EVENING WITH MARION MUTALA Signing for the author’s historical study My Dearest Dido: The Holodomor Story. McNally Robinson, 1 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
HUSKIES VS MACEWEN COLLEGE Canada West basketball. Physical Activity Complex, women’s game at 5 p.m., men’s game at 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
GLITTER! This fundraiser features the theme Rainbow Unicorn Edition. It includes live entertainment, refreshments, a silent auction and the OUTShine Awards. Proceeds support programming at OutSaskatoon. Sheraton Cavalier, 6 p.m. See outsaskatoon.ca.
BLADES VS BRANDON WHEAT KINGS WHL hockey. SaskTel Centre, 7 p.m. See saskatoonblades.com.
UNIVERSITY OBSERVATORY Free public viewing from 7-9:30 p.m. 306-966-6429.
UPTOWN STOMP Social dance hosted by Saskatoon Lindy Hop. 224 25th St. W., beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., social dancing at 8:30 p.m. See saskatoonlindyhop.ca.
SOHRA TEY JAWAIE This live variety show includes music, comedy, dance and more. Cosmo Civic Centre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets at 306-241-6161.
Sunday 10
CHRISTKINDL MARKET Features handmade crafts, German food and live entertainment. German Cultural Centre, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. 306-244-6869 ext 202.
PIKE LAKE BIRDING This afternoon field trip is hosted by Saskatoon Nature Society and departs from Western Development Museum at 1 p.m. See saskatoonnature.org.
Monday 11
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE This annual commemoration features a choir and full parade. SaskTel Centre, doors at 9 a.m., service at 10:25 a.m. See sasktelcentre.com.
MERCURY TRANSIT Opportunity to view Mercury’s transit of the Sun safely. USask Observatory, 9 a.m.-noon. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
CWE LIVE Professional wrestling with guest grappler Juventud Guerrera. Cosmo Centre, bell 7 p.m. See cwetickets.com.
Tuesday 12
RUTH CUTHAND: BEAD HIVES During a School of Public Health residency the artist will host social gathering involving beading Tuesdays from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Wednesdays from noon-4 p.m. Room E2100, until Dec. 18. See usask.ca.
SWN LUNCHEON Guest speaker is Marjorie Smith (SaskTel Business Sales) who will discuss “Data and your business in Saskatchewan”. Quality Inn, noon-1 p.m. Registration deadline is Nov. 8. See swnsaskatoon.com.
RHINE RIVER CRUISE Guest speaker for this travel presentation is Gordon Thomas. Alice Turner Library, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
THE SEVEN-SENTENCE SHORT STORY This writing exercise is geared to teens and will be led by writer-in-residence Edward Willett. Round Prairie Library, 4:30-6 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
KISHINAAHAMASHO LA LAANG DI MICHIF This weekly language class is led by Bruce Flamont and is for people 10+. Co-presented with Gabriel Dumont Local 11. Round Prairie Library, 6-8 p.m. See See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
WRITE ON This weekly drop-in session for local writers is presented in partnership with Saskatoon Writers’ Collective. Tonight from 6:30-9 p.m. at J.S. Wood Library, and Nov. 13 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Frances Morrison Library. See saskatoonlibrary.ca
SASKATOON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: MUSIC TALK Music director Eric Paetkau and executive director Mark Turner discuss the Nov. 16 Master’s Concert Homecoming: Schubert Unfinished. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
Wednesday 13
PODCAST CLUB Lunch hour gathering for podcast lovers. Today’s pod is The Knowledge Project (fs.blog/the-knowledge-project/) which looks at timeless ideas, life lessons and more. Innovation Place, noon-1 p.m.
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR 101 Introductory workshop on using the design software. Saskatoon Makerspace, 6-9 p.m. See saskatoonmakerspace.com.
LEARN CREE This weekly drop-in class is open to all ages and is co-presented with Saskatoon Indian and Métis Friendship Centre. Freda Ahenakew Library, 6 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
LOCALS ONLY Launch for a book on a project that featured dialogues around traditional knowledge, food and community development with curator Tarin Dehod and contributor Priscilla Settee. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR EDUCATION This town hall is hosted by NDP leader Ryan Meili and MLA Carla Beck. Freda Ahenakew Library, 7 p.m.
PADDLING FILM FESTIVAL This screening of adventure films is presented by Saskatoon Canoe Club. Broadway Theatre, 7 p.m.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP This group meets every second Wednesday. Edwards Family Centre, 7:30-9 p.m. See breastcancersupportsaskatoon.com.
CIBC CANADA RUSSIA SERIES This game features a team of WHL all-stars competing against the Russian national junior team. SaskTel Centre, 8 p.m. See sasktelcentre.com.
Thursday 14
GIRL IN THE BOX Opening Night. See Ongoing.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & THE ARTS This one-day seminar on the use of artificial intelligence and the arts is open to people of all tech levels. Hosted by AI Impact Alliance and UKAI Projects. Remai Modern, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See ukai.ca.
CHAMBER BREAKFAST Guest speaker is Saskatchewan premier Scott Moe. Prairieland Park, 11:30 a.m. See saskatoonchamber.com.
NSBA MAYOR’S LUNCHEON This event includes a Q&A with mayor Charlie Clark. Prairieland Park, 11:30 a.m. See nsbasask.com.
WOOD LATHE 101 Introductory workshop on using a wood lathe. Saskatoon Makerspace, 5-8 p.m. See saskatoonmakerspace.com.
SHAKEN WITH A TWIST This social gathering is hosted by Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan. Tonight’s guest is Jacqueline Cook (Vendasta). Village Guitar & Amp, 5-7 p.m. See wesk.ca.
CANADA’S GREAT KITCHEN PARTY This is a regional qualifier for the Canadian Culinary Championships featuring seven local chefs along with live entertainment. TCU Place, 6 p.m. See greatkitchenparty.com.
SASKATOON CYCLES: AGM This meeting is “geared” to people interested in supporting cycling. Graduate Students’ Association Commons (University of Saskatchewan), 6:30 p.m. See saskatooncycles.org.
BOOK CLUB Tonight: Melanie Benjamin Mistress of the Ritz. Cliff Wright Library, 7 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
WRITERS’ OPEN MIC NIGHT Presented in partnership with Saskatoon Writers’ Collective. Frances Morrison Library, 7 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
KAIDENBERG’S BEST SONS: A NOVEL IN STORIES Launch for a novel by Jason Heit that explores Saskatchewan’s early settlement history. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
SIP & SAVOUR This fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs of Saskatoon includes live music by The Lost Keys. LB Distillers, 7 p.m. See bgcsaskatoon.com.
Friday 15
BHP ENCHANTED FOREST Opening Night. See Ongoing.
PURSES FOR PAWS Proceeds from this luncheon go to New Hope Dog Rescue. Hilton Garden Inn, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. See pursesforpaws.org.
WALK-IN COUNSELLING This Family Service Saskatoon clinic is conducted on a first come first served basis. Carlyle King Library, 1-5 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
ANYTHING BUT THE CHAIR Guest-speaker is Saskatchewan artist Michael Hosaluk. Frances Morrison Library, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
LOUIS RIEL CULTURAL FESTIVAL This two-day event marking the 175th anniversary of Riel’s birth is hosted by Métis Addictions Council of Saskatchewan. It includes live music, dance and other cultural activities with performances by Donny Parenteau, Andino Suns, Oral Fuentes Reggae Band, Dallas & Phil Boyer, Freddie N Sheila Pelletier and more. City Centre Church, 5-10 p.m., Nov. 16 from 1-9 p.m. See macsi.ca.
HUSKIES VS MANITOBA BISONS Canada West men’s hockey. Merlis Belsher Place, 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
THE INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES OF MARY JANE MOSQUITO Live performance of a puppet musical by Indigenous playwright Tomson Highway which incorporates Cree words and phrases. This Carousel Players Production is suitable for children 4-12. Broadway Theatre, 7 p.m., Nov. 16 at 2 p.m. See persephonetheatre.org.
AN EVENING WITH TED BARRIS The author discusses his book of WWII military history Rush to Danger: Medics in the Line of Fire. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
RUNNING PIECE This experimental performance combines movement and music, and explores the obsession many people have today to always be busy without regard for their overall wellbeing. Presented by La Troupe du Jour. Persephone Theatre, Nov. 15-16 at 7:30 p.m. See ltdj.dreamhosters.com.
YUK YUK’S COMEDY Guest comics are Adam Delorey and Adam Ruby. Park Town Hotel, show at 9 p.m. See parktownhotel.com.
SASKATOON SOAPS The theme for this show by the local improv comedy troupe is t.b.a. Broadway Theatre, 9:30 p.m. See broadwaytheatre.ca.
Saturday 16
PROJECT WET This day-long workshop is for educators interested in water conservation and ecology. Wild Spirit Education (3002 Taylor St. E.), 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Registration deadline is Nov. 13. See saskoutdoors.org.
INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR Features arts, crafts, food and entertainment by vendors from over 30 countries. Hosted by Saskatoon Open Door Society. Army, Navy & Air Force Veterans Hall, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission.
ART REACH: POP-UP CHAIRS Drop-in art-making for kids 4-12. Co-presented with Remai Modern. Frances Morrison Library, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
YOUNG NATURALISTS’ BIRD FEEDER WORKSHOP Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. St. Martin’s United Church, 1-2:30 p.m. Pre-register at saskatoonnaturekids@gmail.com.
RISOGRAPH PRINTING WORKSHOP This workshop is hosted by Chris Morix and Michael Peterson. Void Gallery (312 Ave. B S.), 1-4 p.m. See creativecommonsyxe.com.
BLADES VS CALGARY HITMEN WHL hockey. SaskTel Centre, 7 p.m. See saskatoonblades.com.
HUSKIES VS MANITOBA BISONS Canada West men’s hockey. Merlis Belsher Place, 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
UNIVERSITY OBSERVATORY Free public viewing from 7-9:30 p.m. 306-966-6429.
U OF S BALLROOM DANCING CLUB: MONTHLY DANCE Open to members and guests. Trinity Orthodox Hall, dance from 7-10 p.m. See uofsbdc.com.
Sunday 17
HOLIDAY MARKET This market has a pop culture focus and is hosted by Saskatchewan Entertainment Expo. German Cultural Centre, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
SANTA CLAUS PARADE This annual parade through the central business district starts at 1 p.m. See saskatoonsantaparade.com.
BLADES VS MOOSE JAW WARRIORS WHL hockey. SaskTel Centre, 2 p.m. See saskatoonblades.com.
GENOCIDE REVEALED This screening of a documentary about a Soviet-caused famine in Ukraine in 1932-33 is presented as part of Holodomor Awareness Week. Frances Morrison Library, 2:30 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER The Moscow Ballet presents the classic holiday ballet with a score by Tchaikovsky. TCU Place, 3 p.m. See tcutickets.ca.
LE CORSAIRE Broadcast of a Bolshoi ballet about a female slave who is kidnapped by a charming pirate. Scotiabank Theatre, 4 p.m. See cineplex.com.
Monday 18
AN EVENING WITH ALESSANDRA NACCARATO This launch for the poetry book Re-Origin of Species is co-presented by Tonight It’s Poetry. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
Tuesday 19
INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE PRESERVATION This sharing circle on Indigenous languages is led by Randy Morin. Gordon Oakes Red Bear Centre, 5-7 p.m. See usask.ca.
LEGAL RESEARCH HELP Opportunity to learn about resources available to understand legal issues. No appointment necessary. Hosted by Law Society of Saskatchewan. Frances Morrison Library, 6-9 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
SUSTAINABILITY SPEAKER SERIES Margret Asmuss discusses “Saskatchewan Low Carbon Stories”. Co-presented with Saskatchewan Environmental Society. Frances Morrison Library, 7-8:30 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
RECONCILIATION STORIES Guest speaker is young adult novelist Richard Van Camp. Suitable for anyone eight and older. Station 20 West, 7 p.m. Free admission. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
CAFÉ SCIENTIFIQUE Elaheh Khozeimeh Sarbisheh (USask Dept. of Chemistry) discusses the importance of early diagnosis of cancer and challenges she’s faced as a researcher in a talk titled “Diagnosing Cancer: A Long Journey!” Winston’s Pub, 7:30-9 p.m.
WRITE ON See Tuesday 12.
Wednesday 20
PLAYHOUSE CREATURES Opening Night. See Ongoing.
QUARTERLY MEETING This breakfast gathering is open to Saskatoon Women’s Network members and guests. Delta Bessborough Garden Court café, 7:30-8:30 a.m. See swnsaskatoon.com.
DISABILITY, CONNECTION & COMMUNITY Guest speakers Sarah Knudson and Tamara Baldhead Pearl discuss the challenges people with disabilities can face in building community connections. Carlyle King Library, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
RED TIE GALA & FASHION SHOW This gala includes appearances from Saskatoon media personalities, fashion from local merchants and music by Elly Thorn and band. Hosted by Ronald McDonald House Charities Saskatchewan. Prairieland Park, 6 p.m. See rmh.sk.ca.
PAINT NITE: WINTER FOX There is a seniors’ session from 2-4 p.m. with a general adult session from 6-8 p.m. Frances Morrison Library. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
THREE FEATHERS This documentary on restorative justice will be followed by a discussion with Indigenous author Richard Van Camp. Neatby-Timlin Theatre, 7 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
3D PRINTING 101 Introductory workshop on using a 3D printer. Saskatoon Makerspace, 5-7:30 p.m. See saskatoonmakerspace.com.
BOOK CLUB Tonight: Sally Rooney Normal People. Alice Turner Library, 7 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
GEARING UP FOR WINTER CYCLING This workshop is presented by Bridge City Bicycle Co-op. 905 20th St. W., 7-9 p.m. See bridgecitybicyclecoop.com
LITERATURE MATTERS The topic of Robert Calder’s talk is “A Writer’s Life”. Grace-Westminster Church, 7:30 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
TRIVIA Tonight’s topic: Disney Heroes. Canadian Brewhouse (3150 Preston Ave S), 7:30 p.m.
PUB TRIVIA Tonight’s topic: the TV show South Park. Capitol Music Club, 8 p.m.
LEARN CREE See Wednesday 13.
Thursday 21
PLANET S: NEW ISSUE DAY
INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO HOUSING & HOMELESSNESS This conference is hosted by Saskatoon Housing Initiatives Partnership. Travelodge Hotel, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tre-register at shipweb.ca.
WOMEN AGAINST MS GALA LUNCHEON This luncheon is hosted by MS Society of Canada (Saskatchewan Division) and features special guests Zahra Al-Harazi and Valerie Verge. Prairieland Park, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. See bit.ly/2WOaDvs.
ANSKOHK ABORIGINAL LITERATURE FESTIVAL This event features over 20 Indigenous fiction and non-fiction writers, poets and spoken word artists. The roster includes Carol Rose GoldenEagle, Harold Johnson, Randy Lundy, Louise Bernice Halfe and Curtis Peeteetuce. Venues are Roxy Theatre, Station 20 West and Saskatoon Farmers’ Market. Nov. 21-23. See sawci.ca.
FAMILY LAW HELP Information session on legal issues related to divorce, child support and custody. Rusty Macdonald Library, 2-4 p.m., with a second session at Frances Morrison Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
HELP WITH WILLS & ESTATES Legal seminar on end of life issues hosted by Miller Thomson, Robertson Stromberg, Pro Bono Students Canada and Saskatchewan government. Frances Morrison Library, 6:30-8:30 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
SASKATCHEWAN FASHION ASSOCIATION This social event is “designed” for people interested in Saskatchewan fashion. Delta Bessborough, 4-7 p.m. See saskfashion.com.
BOOK CLUB Tonight: Shelley Wood The Quintland Sisters. Round Prairie Library, 7 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
SOUTH AWAY: THE PACIFIC COAST ON TWO WHEELS Launch for a memoir about a bicycle trip Meaghan Marie Hackinen took with her sister down the west coast of North America. McNally Robinson, 7 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
LUMINOSITY Evening of conversation and connection for women with Jami Young, Lana Wickstrom, Steph Clovechok, Andrea Crittenden, Heather Morrison and Jessi Nesbitt. Village Guitars & Amp, 7 p.m.
Friday 22
FESTIVAL OF TREES Opening Day. See Ongoing.
NSBA CLUB CONNECT Guest speaker Don Atchison discusses “What is a world trade center and what is it doing in Saskatoon”. Saskatoon Club, 7:10 a.m. See nsbasask.com.
OUR BEST TO YOU This sale of handmade arts and crafts includes home décor, fashion, jewellery, eco-friendly body care products and artisanal food. Prairieland Park, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Nov. 24 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $7, 17 and under free. See ourbesttoyou.ca.
CONSULTING WITH DR. GOOGLE Family doctor Cathy McLean discusses the do’s and don’ts of seeking medical information on-line. Frances Morrison Library, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonlibrary.ca.
ALBERTA DUAL Canada West men’s wrestling competition between the Huskies and Alberta Golden Bears. Physical Activity Complex, time t.b.a. See huskies.usask.ca.
PBR MONSTER ENERGY CANADIAN FINALS Tenth and final competition on the 2019 Canadian bull-riding calendar. Saskatchewan Place, Nov. 22-23. See sasktelcentre.com.
OFFICE OF THE TREATY COMMISSIONER: ROUND DANCE This event celebrates the 30th anniversary of the creation of the OTC office. It opens with a pipe ceremony and feast at 4 p.m. Ramada Golf Dome. See otc.ca.
HUSKIES VS REGINA COUGARS Canada West basketball. Physical Activity Complex, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
HUSKIES VS REGINA COUGARS Canada West women’s hockey. Merlis Belsher Place, 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
SASKATCHEWAN INDEPENDENT FILM AWARDS Hosted by Saskatchewan Filmpool, this sixth annual salute to independent film includes awards in six categories: Best Feature, Best Short, Best Student Film, Best Acting, Best Web Series and Audience Choice. Remai Modern, 7 p.m. See sifa.ca.
WALTER C. MURRAY LECTURE Guest speaker Michael Cholbi (California State University) discusses “The Right to Die”. Hosted by the USask Department of Philosophy. 106 Biology Building, 112 Science Pl, 7 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
YUK YUK’S COMEDY Guest comics are Brittany Lyseng and Dale Ward. Park Town Hotel, show at 9 p.m. See parktownhotel.com.
Saturday 23
MODEL NEURON FAIR This display is presented by students in PSYCH 120: Biological and Cognitive Bases of Psychology. 133 Arts Building, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
METROPOLITAN OPERA: AKHNATEN Broadcast of Philip Glass’ opera about an Egyptian pharaoh who attempts to persuade his people to abandon old gods to worship a single deity. Scotiabank Theatre, 11:55 a.m. See cineplex.com.
HUSKIE INVITATIONAL Canada West men’s and women’s wrestling competition. Physical Activity Complex, time t.b.a. See huskies.usask.ca.
LADIES LEARNING CODE This gathering will include a presentation on digital safety and privacy. 7shifts (701 Broadway Ave.), 3-6:30 p.m. E-mail info@canadalearningcode.ca for details.
MISTLETOES This formal dinner/dance is hosted by University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club and includes performances by dance teams. TCU Place, dinner at 6:30 p.m., dance at 7:30 p.m. See uofsbdc.com.
HUSKIES VS REGINA COUGARS Canada West basketball. Physical Activity Complex, women’s game at 5 p.m., men’s game at 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
HUSKIES VS REGINA COUGARS Canada West men’s hockey. Merlis Belsher Place, 7 p.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
UNIVERSITY OBSERVATORY Free public viewing from 7-9:30 p.m. 306-966-6429.
UPTOWN STOMP Social dance hosted by Saskatoon Lindy Hop. 224 25th St. W., beginner lesson at 7:30 p.m., social dancing at 8:30 p.m. See saskatoonlindyhop.ca.
Sunday 24
BASKETBALL BRUNCH This is a fundraiser for the Huskie women’s basketball team. TCU Place, 9:30 a.m. See huskies.usask.ca.
HERMITAGE: THE POWER OF ART This documentary explores the collection of the famous Russian art museum. Scotiabank Theatre, 12:55 and 7:05 p.m. See cineplex.com.
PRE-GREY CUP BIRDING This afternoon field trip is hosted by Saskatoon Nature Society. President Murray Park, 2-3 p.m. See saskatoonnature.org.
SUM THEATRE: THE LAST SUNDAY The local theatre company presents a free performance inspired by stories and events that made headlines in the month. Meet at 733 Broadway Ave., 7:30 p.m. See sumtheatre.com.
ONGOING
GIRL IN THE BOX This Danielle Spilchen and S.E. Grummett play is based on the story of Ruth Eisemann-Schier who became the first woman on the FBI’s Most Wanted list after she and her boyfriend kidnapped a millionaire’s daughter in 1968. Produced by Scantily Glad Theatre as part of Live Five Independent Theatre. The Refinery, Nov. 14-16 and 21-23 at 8 p.m., Nov. 17 and 24 at 2 p.m. See livefive.ca.
PLAYHOUSE CREATURES Student presentation of a play set during the reign of King Charles II in 17th century England which sees Nell Gwynn and three other Restoration-era actresses struggle to build careers using wit, charm and feisty determination. Greystone Theatre, Nov. 20-23 and 25-30. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
W.R.O.L. (WITHOUT RULE OF LAW) This dark comedy by Michaela Jeffery sees a group of grade eight girls who believe society is collapsing develop a strategy to survive in the new world. Rawlco Radio Hall, until Nov. 13. See persephonetheatre.org.
INTO THE WOODS Local production of Stephen Sondheim’s 1988 musical inspired by several Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault fairy tales. Presented by Saskatoon Summer Players. Broadway Theatre, Nov. 7-9 at 8 p.m., Nov. 10 at 2 and 8 p.m. See broadwaytheatre.ca or saskatoonsummerplayers.ca.
BHP ENCHANTED FOREST The theme of this year’s drive-through holiday light display is Starry, Starry Nights. It opens with a Saskatchewan Blue Cross walk-through night on Nov. 15. Forestry Farm Park and Zoo, 5:30-10 p.m. Until Jan. 6. See enchanted-forest.org.
FESTIVAL OF TREES This annual holiday celebration features decorated trees, gingerbread houses, and several special family-friendly events including Jingle & Mingle (Adults only, Nov. 23) and Brunch with Santa (Nov. 23-24). Proceeds to Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation. Western Development Museum, Nov. 20-30. See festival-of-trees.com.
COUNTRY FARMS MARKETPLACE Market and tea room. Confederation Mall, Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. See countryfarmsmarketplace.com.
SASKATOON FARMERS’ MARKET 19th St. & Ave. B, Saturdays from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sundays/Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. See saskatoonfarmersmarket.com
LIVE MUSIC
Thursday 7
CHASTITY with The Sex Geckos at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
PRETTY ARCHIE at the Bassment, 9 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
SMOKE WAGON at Bud’s on Broadway.
CHAD ‘L.E’ MCGHIE with Kid Killit at the Underground Café.
Friday 8
PRETTY IN PUNK featuring Johnny Don’t, Trampoline and Ultimate Power Duo at Capitol Music Club.
SEAN BURNS at the Bassment, 9 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
K-MAN & THE 45’S with Skaravan 1969 and Minivandal at Black Cat Tavern.
ANCIENT PIG with Holy Void and Ultra Mega at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
SLIGHTLY OFF CENTRE at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
MEN WITHOUT SHAME at Bud’s on Broadway.
BREEZIN’ BAND at Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 9:30 p.m.
Saturday 9
ALL AGES JAM at Buds on Broadway, 3-8 p.m. See buds.dudeaone.com.
STICKYBUDS with Rumpus and Michelle C and live painting by Jade Wolfe at Capitol Music Club.
KIM CHURCHILL with Ocie Elliott at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
GINUWINE at Dakota Dunes Casino, 8 p.m. See dakotadunescasino.com.
THE RECKLESS FAMOUS with Tyler Gilbert and Ki the Tree at Black Cat Tavern.
WAYNE BARGEN at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
MEN WITHOUT SHAME at Bud’s on Broadway.
BREEZIN’ BAND at Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 9:30 p.m.
Sunday 10
NORTHERN LIGHTS BLUEGRASS & OLD TIME MUSIC BRUNCH at Bon Temps, noon-2 p.m.
STEPHEN FEARING at the Bassment, 7:30 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
BIG WRECK with Texas Kings at Coors Event Centre, doors at 8 p.m. See coorseventcentre.com.
JAMES IRVING at Village Guitar & Amp, show at 8 p.m. See villageguitars.ca.
SUNDAY JAM at Buds on Broadway, 8 p.m. See buds.dudeaone.com.
Tuesday 12
LEMON BUCKET ORKESTRA at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
ALESTORM with Aephanemer and Aiséiri at Louis’ Pub, doors at 7 p.m. 16+
OPEN JAM with host Sam Folkerson at Capitol Music Club, 8 p.m.
BIBLE RAZOR AND GUN at Bud’s on Broadway.
Wednesday 13
DEVIN CUDDY at Capitol Music Club, show at 7:30 p.m.
CHRISTINA MARTIN with guitarist Dale Murray at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
SAM POLLEY DUO with guests at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
BIBLE RAZOR AND GUN at Bud’s on Broadway.
Thursday 14
OUTSIDE THE WALL (Pink Floyd Tribute) at the Bassment, 8 p.m. Sold out.
ARIEL POSEN at Village Guitar & Amp, show at 8 p.m. See villageguitars.ca.
PHILIP ADAMS with The Travis Williams Adventure and Aurora Wolfe at Underground Café, show at 7 p.m.
Friday 15
OUTSIDE THE WALL (Pink Floyd Tribute) at the Bassment, 9 p.m. Sold out.
ALTAMEDA with The Windows Up Above at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
IAN MARTENS at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
HALE (15th anniversary tour) at PitStop Lounge, 6 p.m.
SONIA REID NOBLE (album release for Take Courage) with Amora at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 7 p.m.
Saturday 16
ALL AGES JAM at Buds on Broadway, 3-8 p.m. See buds.dudeaone.com.
FUNKJOINT with Rory Lynch Quartet at the Bassment, 7:30 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
FORTUNATE ONES with Sherman Downey at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
THE LEGEND OF GEORGE JONES featuring Duane Steele at Dakota Dunes Casino, 8 p.m. See dakotadunescasino.com.
FANCY PANTS 002 featuring Cookie Doe, KyDro and local support at Coors Event Centre, doors at 8 p.m. See coorseventcentre.com.
DAVID GOGO BAND at Black Cat Tavern.
VIC VAGA (Rod Stewart Tribute) at Nutana Legion, 8 p.m.
EXCESSIVE BEHAVIOUR at Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 9:30 p.m.
Sunday 17
NORTHERN LIGHTS BLUEGRASS & OLD TIME MUSIC BRUNCH at Bon Temps, noon-2 p.m.
OLD MAN LUEDECKE (CD release for Easy Money) at the Bassment, 7:30 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
SUNDAY JAM at Buds on Broadway, 8 p.m. See buds.dudeaone.com.
Tuesday 19
ALEX CUBA (album release for Sublime) at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
OPEN JAM with host Sam Folkerson at Capitol Music Club, 8 p.m.
Thursday 21
SASK COUNTRY SHOWCASE with Jess Moskaluke, Aaron Pritchett, Tenille Arts, Aaron Goodvin, Jay Semko, Jason Blane, Bobby Wills and Samara Yung at TCU Place, 7 p.m. See tcutickets.ca.
ZACHARY LUCKY with Richard Inman at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
Friday 22
DANIEL CAESAR (Case Study No. 1 Tour) at TCU Place, 8 p.m. See tcutickets.ca.
JACK SEMPLE (B.B. King Tribute) at the Bassment, 9 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
SAMMY LEE FOLKERSEN & BAND (EP release) at Capitol Music Club, doors at 9 p.m.
RIA MAE with Mathew V Music at Louis’ Pub, doors at 7 p.m. 19+
THE BASEMENT PAINTINGS (album release) with Acre Thrills and S’moore at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
STANDARD TRIO at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
AYE & THE GENTS with The Gaff, Parab Poet and Kay the Aquanaut at Black Cat Tavern.
ROCK FOR RAP This benefit for Restorative Action Program features a performance by The Steadies. Vendasta (405-220 3rd Ave. S), 7 p.m. See rapsaskatoon.org.
BEAUSÉJOUR presented by Conseil culturel fransaskois at Le Relais (308 4th Ave. N), 7:30 p.m.
BREEZIN’ BAND at Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 9:30 p.m.
Saturday 23
ALL AGES JAM at Buds on Broadway, 3-8 p.m. See buds.dudeaone.com.
DANY LAJ & THE LOOKS with Raygun Cowboys at Amigos Cantina. See amigoscantina.com.
JACK SEMPLE (B.B. King Tribute) at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
TRITONAL with Jamgo, VBRTR and Chantae at Coors Event Centre, doors at 9 p.m. See coorseventcentre.com.
THE ROYAL SWERVE featuring Pigeon Hole, Provoke, Jay One, Sevr, Rhesus and Dustin The Wind at Sutherland Hall, show at 8:30 p.m.
DESPITE THE REVERENCE with guests at Black Cat Tavern.
WINGS ’N BEER TOUR featuring Alien to the Ignorant, Tadoma and Phase 90 at Saskatoon Academy of Music, show at 9 p.m.
PBR AFTER PARTY with Mitch Larock & The 4:54 Band at Longbranch, show at 9:30 p.m.
BREEZIN’ BAND at Somewhere Else Pub & Grill, 9:30 p.m.
Sunday 24
CAT JAHNKE at Mennonite Central Committee Atrium (600-45th St. W), show at 7 p.m. Free admission, but donations accepted for the MCC Christmas Giving Campaign.
Jazz & Classical
Saturday 9
SSO POPS CONCERT Guest artist for this concert is the JUNO Award and Polaris Prize winning Wolastoq First Nation artist Jeremy Dutcher. TCU Place, 7:30 p.m. See saskatoonsymphony.org.
THE AVI GRANITE 6 at the Bassment, 8 p.m. See thebassment.ca.
Monday 11
SASKATOON CHAMBER SINGERS: FOR REMEMBRANCE This concert features a program of music and commentary on the theme of wartime remembrance. Knox United Church, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. See saskatoonchambersingers.ca.
Friday 15
JOY OF VOX CHRISTMAS PREVIEW This event includes a buffet supper and performance. German Cultural Centre, 6 p.m. Tickets at 306-986-4045.
Saturday 16
SSO MASTERS CONCERT: HOMECOMING Guest artists are Carissa Klopoushak (violin), Ryan Cole (trumpet) and Saskatoon Youth Orchestra under conductor Richard Carnegie. The program features Antonin Dvorak (Slavonic Dances), Vivian Fung (Violin Concerto No 1), Marcus Goddard (Concerto for Trumpet and Orchestra) and Franz Schubert (Symphony No 8, “Unfinished”). TCU Place, 7:30 p.m. See saskatoonsymphony.org.
THE WEBER-GRAHAM DUO at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
Saturday 23
TRIO/JAZZ at Prairie Ink Restaurant, 8 p.m. See mcnallyrobinson.com.
BIG BAND DANCE featuring Stone Frigate Big Band with Evan Hardy Intermediate and Senior Jazz Band at Louis, doors at 7 p.m. Proceeds support the Evan Hardy band program. Tickets at tickets@stonefrigate.com.
Sunday 24
SASKATOON CHORAL SOCIETY performs a winter-themed concert at Grace-Westminster United Church, 2:30 p.m. See yxechoral.ca.
CHORAL CELEBRATION CONCERT featuring the Greystone Singers, University Chorus and guest musicians from Saskatoon Symphony Chamber Players. Knox United Church, 3 p.m. See artsandscience.usask.ca.
MOVIES
Opening
Friday 8
DOCTOR SLEEP This Tom Flanagan movie is adapted from Stephen King’s 2013 sequel to The Shining. Ewan McGregor stars as Danny — sorry, Dan Torrence. Dan meets a teenager (Kyliegh Curran) with similar powers who has been targeted by an evil group that feeds off people with shining powers. It’s been getting good reviews, but I can’t imagine it coming close to Kubrick’s The Shining.
LAST CHRISTMAS Perpetually cursed with bad luck, Emilia Clarke is working as an elf in a store. Then she meets Henry Golding. Together, they embark on a global orgy of carnage — oh sorry, that’s from my Halloween blurb last issue. Actually, I don’t know what they do. But Emma Thompson co-wrote the film and also stars.
MIDWAY How on Earth does Roland Emmerich still get to make movies?!? From Universal Soldier and Godzilla to Stonewall and Independence Day: Resurgence, it’s one crap movie after another. I don’t even think the last couple made any money. So what does Lionsgate do? Hand him the keys to a pivotal WWII naval battle between the U.S. and Japan. Really?
PLAYING WITH FIRE It seems like every wrestler who becomes an action star has to make one crappy kids movie. Hulk Hogan did it. The Rock did it. Now, it’s John Cena’s turn.
Friday 15
CHARLIE’S ANGELS Elizabeth Banks stars as Bosley, and Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott and Ella Balinska are the ass-kicking angels.
FORD V FERRARI Director James Mangold follows up Logan with this film about the Ford/Ferrari rivalry during the 1966 Le Mans 24 Hour Race. Having lost six straight to Ferrari, Ford hires Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon) to design a new car. To drive it, Shelby recruits eccentric British engineer Ken Miles (Christian Bale). I’m not a fan of car-racing myself. But this looks pretty bon.
THE GOOD LIAR Con man Ian McKellan tries to fleece Helen Mirren — only to find out he’s bitten off more than he can chew.
Friday 22
A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD Tom Hanks stars as PBS icon Fred Rogers in this bio-pic about a reporter (Matthew Rhys) interviewing him for a 1998 Esquire feature.
FROZEN II Disney has had five movies break a billion this year (along with a sixth they helped make). It’s a lock this sequel will do the same.
21 BRIDGES Chadwick Boseman stars as a Manhattan cop hunting two men who killed a bunch of cops in a robbery gone wrong — or maybe not. To catch them, police shut the island down.
Cineplex Flashback Film Series
Saturday 9
9:35 BLADE RUNNER: THE FINAL CUT This definitive Ridley Scott version was released in 2007.
Friday 15
9:25 DIE HARD No hokeyness alert needed for this Christmas classic. Second screening Nov. 22 at 6:45 p.m.
Broadway Theatre
Monday 11
7:00 MATTHIAS & MAXIME Canadian filmmaker Xavier Dolan’s latest sees the relationship between two lifelong friends tested when they kiss as actors in a movie. Additional screenings Nov. 12, 16, 18 at 9 p.m., and Nov. 14, 17 at 7 p.m.
9:00 GIFT A documentary about gift-giving in different cultures. Additional screenings Nov. 12, 16, 18 at 7 p.m., and Nov. 14, 17 at 9 p.m.
Saskatoon Fantastic Film Festival
Runs Nov. 19-24. See skfilmfest.com.
Tuesday 19
6:00 EXTRA ORDINARY This horror comedy has an Irish driving instructor who can see ghosts help a father try to save his daughter from Satanists.
8:00 PARADISE HILLS Emma Roberts is sent to a reform school on an isolated island in a dystopian future so she can become a better citizen.
10:00 IN FABRIC Peter Strickland (Berberian Sound Studio, The Duke of Burgundy) brings us this tale of a haunted dress that’s tormenting the woman who bought it. Looks weird and fantastic.
Wednesday 20
6:30 WHO LET THE DOGS OUT A documentary about the “hit” tune of the same name.
8:00 DANIEL ISN’T REAL A troubled college student brings back his imaginary childhood friend when things get tough.
10:00 HARPOON Three friends stranded on a yacht get into a dangerous love triangle.
Thursday 21
6:00 SHORT FILMS A program of shorts from around the world.
8:00 THE VAST OF NIGHT A telephone operator and radio host team up in the 1950s to track the source of a mysterious radio signal.
10:00 BUTT BOY A private investigator suspects his AA sponsor has the power to make things disappear in his butt. I’m not joking, that’s the plot.
12:00 GREENER GRASS A weird comedy about a strange suburban community where the adults all wear braces and are super nice to each other.
Friday 22
6:00 JALLIKATTU An Indian village struggles to catch a rampaging buffalo.
8:00 THE WRETCHED A teenager fights an evil witch that lives next door.
9:45 A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET Drunken Cinema presents Wes Craven’s classic horror.
12:00 JESUS SHOWS YOU THE WAY TO THE HIGHWAY A weird sci-fi mix about spies trying to stop an evil agenda only to get trapped.
Saturday 23
9:00 CARTOON PARTY Saturday morning cartoons complete with cereal!
1:00 THE BURBS Director Joe Dante and actor Belinda Balaski will be on hand for a special screening of three Dante movies. First up is this Tom Hanks black comedy.
3:30 GREMLINS This movie about a town besieged by gremlins at Christmas is fantastic!
7:00 THE HOWLING Lastly, we have this Dante classic about a reporter who goes to a retreat that happens to be run by werewolves.
9:45 SCARE PACKAGE Horror anthology by seven filmmakers.
Sunday 24
1:00 THE TWENTIETH CENTURY A surreal biopic about the life of Canadian prime minister William Lyon Mackenzie King.
3:00 THE WAVE A man takes a hallucinogenic drug that starts to show what his life really is.
6:30 COLOR OUT OF SPACE Nicholas Cage stars in this adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft’s tale about an alien meteorite that lands in rural Massachusetts.
9:00 COME TO DADDY Elijah Wood tries to reconnect with his estranged father Stephen McHattie in this weird low budget horror.
Roxy Theatre
Friday 8
PARASITE This Bong Joon-Ho movie about a poor South Korean family who all manage to get employed by a rich family looks awesome.
Friday 15
BLADE RUNNER: DOUBLEBILL Screening are The Final Cut and the 2017 sequel Blade Runner 2049.
ASSHOLES A THEORY A documentary about the rise of assholes in contemporary culture.
Friday 22
THE IRISHMAN Martin Scorsese directs this gangster film about an elderly hitman (Robert De Niro) reflecting back on his involvement in the 1975 disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa (Al Pacino).