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here have been some changes to the “traditional” Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous (YSR) schedule for the 2020 iteration. One of these was to make the Quest for the Crown Coronation more family-friendly by shifting it from a ticketed evening event to a free event that takes place Saturday afternoon at the main performance stage. By doing this, YSR freed up a space in the schedule for a new signature evening event—the Masquerade Ball.

“We wanted to keep the ‘ball’ aspect of the event on the Saturday night,” said Heather Grant, YSR board member and the or-

ganizer for the ball. “We believe that the masked ball will appeal to all generations (19+) and will be a great night to dress up, dance and have a great time.

“We wanted an event that everyone could participate in. The only requirement is a mask. Being a ball, we also suggest formal attire.”

The masquerade doesn’t have a theme beyond simple elegance and mystery—it’s an opportunity to get dressed up and it asks that attendees wear a mask.

“There is something alluring and intriguing about a mask,” said Grant. “I am looking forward to seeing the variety of masks that

everyone wears.”

The Masquerade Ball serves as YSR’s big Saturday event. Major Funk and the Employment will provide entertainment for the evening, and there will be dancing and a prize for the best dressed.

It takes place Feb. 22 at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre.

Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at YukonRendezvous.com, or at the YSR office, located at 4230 4 Ave., in Whitehorse’s Yukon Inn Plaza. Early bird tickets are $25. After Feb. 7, the price rises to $30.

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For those who don’t know, JTFN reaches out to southern units to provide support to northern operations and activities. The participation of these southern resources is crucial to the success of Canadian Armed Forces operations in the North.

Every year, members of JTFN are joined by Canadian Armed Forces members from across Canada to take part in YSR. In addition to JTFN, participants include Area Support Unit (North), 440 (T) Squadron, 1st Canadian Ranger Patrol Group, the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Band, Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre Pacific, the Royal Canadian Navy and 2685 Yukon Regiment Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps.

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During Rendezvous, Yukoners can connect with members of the Canadian Armed Forces in and around the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre (KDCC). There will be displays adjacent to the CKRW snowpad near Lumel Studios, including one from JTFN, as well as the Royal Canadian Navy display bus, displays from the Canadian Rangers and the Army Cadets, and recruiters for the Canadian Armed Forces. As there are no recruiting centres in the Yukon, this is a great opportunity for interested members of the public to connect with recruit-

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The Loyal Edmonton Regiment Band will perform for the first time on the main stage at the KDCC. At any given time, there will be approximately 25 military members in the vicinity of the KDCC, displaying, competing and engaging in activities. To finish the festival, the Canadian Armed Forces will have a contingent in the YSR Parade.

“I think the parade is one of the most enjoyable moments for visiting Canadian Armed Forces members, as it provides an opportunity for all who took part in the festival to celebrate in the streets of Whitehorse,” said Major Alex Trousdale, detachment commander for JTFN. “It is a great way to wrap up a very enjoyable weekend.”

JTFN would like to thank local First Nations, the City of Whitehorse, and the Yukon for its ongoing support and warm welcome.

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The Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre is the place to be this February.

That’s where the majority of events are taking place for the 2020 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous (YSR).

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he most famous, or at least the most notorious, of the outdoor activities is the Mad(am) Trapper competition.

“The Mad(am) Trapper competition is comprised of four different events this year, and is meant to test both your physical and mental skills,” said Ron de Avila, vicepresident of the YSR board and organizer of this year’s competition.

Events include a sede saw, log toss, chainsaw chuck and axes throw, all of which take place on Feb. 22. The event, open to men and women, ages 18 and up, has a $60 registration fee. Gold nuggets are given to those who place in the top three.

“It’s a great way to show off your crazy outdoor skills and have a ton of fun,” said de Avila. “The costumes, the personalities, the events bring out the best in the Yukon, and to see the veterans showing the newcomers the best way to compete in the event, it really does embody the spirit of the Yukon.”

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For those who aren’t quite big enough to toss an axe (yet), there’s KIDSFEST! Programming aims to satisfy kids from toddlerage up to 12-year-olds, with a separate youth zone for those 10 to 18. KIDSFEST! takes place from Feb. 21 to 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. It includes a mini log toss, parent pull, flower packing, programming from the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, a mini tug of war, a clown and a family barbeque.

The Colour War is a separate event that invites participants of all ages, though organizers caution it might be a bit intense for very young children.

“The Colour War is the craziest, most colourful few minutes of Rendezvous,” said coordinator Jenna Paton. “It’s an event you do not want to show up late to because it happens fast and is over before you know it! You also want to wear things you’re ok with getting a bit messy and colourful!”

During the war, boxes containing pigment-filled envelopes are set up. There’s a countdown and then a free-for-all, during which participants grab their envelopes, crack them open and start throwing the colour around.

By the time the last envelope is emptied, everyone is covered in rainbow powder.

This event takes place Feb. 23 at 1:30 p.m. on the CKRW snowpad beside Lumel Studios.

No registration is required. Visit YukonRendezvous.com for more information on all these events.

Amber Church is generally enthusiastic about everything, but she spends most of her time creating in an art studio and chasing a child and dog through the wilderness.

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On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to say thank you to the Sourdough Rendezvous staff, board members, and volunteers who make this vibrant event possible every year!

To all Yukoners have a fun and safe Heritage Day weekend!

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tanding outside in a parka in -35 isn’t anyone’s idea of a good time, never mind standing outside in a sequined bodysuit.

That’s why, this year, when Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous (YSR) hosts For the Love of Drag, it’s going to be a little more temperate for both the audience and the performers.

“The drag show that we had a couple years ago was in a tent,” said Felicia Bailey-Cash, coordinator for the event. “This year it’s in the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre, so it will be a bit warmer for the queens getting dressed.”

Another upside to holding the event indoors, in the longhouse at the KDCC, is that capacity is greater there.

Bailey-Cash said there’s space for 250 people at the venue, though she added tickets are selling quickly. A month out from YSR, half of the VIP tickets available for the drag show were already sold.

The $50 price tag on VIP admission allows ticket-holders to arrive an hour early for seat selection, as well as pictures with the queens. All five performers for the evening (along with an emcee) are part of Vancouver-based Tuck Entertainment.

Gloria Hole, Jerri Lynn Spears, Jaylene Tyme, Mina Mercury and Kendall Gender are among those performing on Feb. 21.

VIP tickets, as well as general admission tickets ($35) can be purchased online at YukonRendezvous.com, or at the Rendezvous office (suite 900, 4230 4th Ave.).

Bailey-Cash said the show starts at 8 p.m. and runs for a couple hours, ending before midnight.

“It sounds like a full, fun drag show,” she said. “We’re really excited to have it come up this year.” cont’d on page 7 ...

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Whitehorse EVENTS ART SHOWS Until Feb 22 Cracks in the Soul By Gukki Nuka Yukon Arts Centre The exhibition features a series of self-portraits, in which the body is an object, a victim and a human being, presented in nightmarish landscapes of forest and ice.

Until Feb 22 Remote Sensibility VIII - The Ecology of Perception By Marten Berkman 12:00 AM Yukon Arts Centre A multimedia collaboration of other artists’ works which is shown in 3-D. Until Feb 29 Celebrating Winter: Highlights from the Yukon Archives Arts Underground Highlights winter festivals, celebrations, sporting events and traditional pastimes. See how Yukoners remedy cabin fever and celebrate the long winter season. 667-8061 Until Feb 29 100 Sleepless Nights by Janet Patterson Arts Underground Made from discarded toilet paper rolls – personify the thoughts, worries, and fears that inhabit our brains and grow ever stronger during the night hours.

Until Feb 29 Civilisations fabriquées by Association franco-yukonnaise Arts Underground A collection of characters, artifacts, images, rituals and stories that represent societies, sometimes imagined out of thin air and sometimes drawn from international folklore.

Until Sun Mar 1 Wild in the City by Linda Leon Yukon Artists at Work Gallery Wild in the City is a collection of animal themed paintings and drawings by artist, Linda Leon.

Until Wed Apr 1 Natural Connections Yukon College View new Acquisitions to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection Until Fri Apr 3 True North Strong and Free Amber Church Hilltop Bistro Yukon College Features ten mixed media pieces made up of layered ink and watercolour works some augmented with polymer clay and resin to engage the viewer from different angles and to break through the natural barrier between the work and outside world.

LIVE MUSIC

Wed Feb 19 Whitewater Wednesday 6:00 PM Town & Mountain Hotel Longtime Local jam night hosted by Peggy Hanifan Wed Feb 19 Drea Naysayer 7:00 PM MacBride Museum Wed Feb 19 Karaoke with DJ Carlo 8:00 PM The Local Bar Dance, hip hop, top 40 and everything in-between..

Wed Feb 19 Hillbilly Wednesday with Railroad Tye 8:30 PM Paddy’s Juke Joint A journey into the depths of folk/country/blues.

Thu Feb 20 Julie Nesrallah 7:00 PM The Old Fire Hall A new opera cabaret, featuring guest performers, Baritone, Brett Polegato and Pianist, Robert Kortgaard. Tickets online or at the door.

Thu Feb 20 Rendezvous Fiddle Show 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre This year’s Fiddle Show will showcase Daniel Gervais, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Thu Feb 20 Joe Loutchan 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Thu Feb 20 Karaoke with DJ Carlo 8:00 PM The Local Bar Dance, hip hop, top 40 and everything in-between..

Thu Feb 20 The Interstellar Blues Jam 8:30 PM Paddy’s Juke Joint Listen and jam with local blues folk.

Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Jazz Band 10:15 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre The All-City Jazz Band is performing on the main stage.

Fri Feb 21 Rendezvous Fiddle Show 1:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre This years Fiddle Show will showcase Daniel Gervais, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Fri Feb 21 Steve Slade 6:00 PM The Cut Off Restaurant Steve Slade entertainment, for reservations call 668-7800 Fri Feb 21 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Fri Feb 21 Pleasure Blimps and Cryptozoologists 10:30 PM The Local Bar Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: The Naysayers 2:30 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Sat Feb 22 Parker Thomas Jazz 6:00 PM The Cut Off Restaurant For reservations call 668-7800 Sat Feb 22 David Marin in Concert 7:00 PM Centre de la francophonie A musical road trip between New Orleans and Trois-Pistoles, where he drew his inspiration. Buy tickets online.

Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Steampunk Ball 8:30 PM The Local Bar Bring your A-Game, your best costumes, and rock out! Speed Control rocks the night out until close!

Sat Feb 22 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Dance Party 9:00 PM Paddy’s Juke Joint Reggae/Funk/Old Skool HipHop, Guest DJ Sweet Jones. Cover charge at the door.

Sun Feb 23 Pianists Danielle Moulé and Sumi Kim 1:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Each of these talented musicians will play a programme of music that is very meaningful to them. Admission is by donation, everyone is welcome.

Sun Feb 23 Jam Session 6:00 PM 98 Hotel Bring your instrument and have fun!

GENERAL EVENTS

Tue Feb 4 - Sun Mar 1 Blind Date With A Book Whitehorse Public Library Pick out a “secret” book from our cart that intrigues you and opens your eyes to something new. Afterwards reading the book, fill in a comment card and put it in a ballot box for a prize.

Wed Feb 19 Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building Join us inside the Bridges Café 633-6081 Terry or Michèle Wed Feb 19 Learn to Knit 6:00 PM Itsy-Bitsy Yarn Store Learn how to do the knit stitch, the purl stitch, casting on and binding off, and the basics of how to fix your mistakes. All supplies included.

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Wed Feb 19 Legion Texas Hold ‘Em 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All Legion Members both local and national Welcome 6672802 Wed Feb 19 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Hunt for a Headliner 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre See some of the best entertainers the territory has to offer as they compete to become the Rendezvous Headline character for the next 2 years. Tickets online or at the door.

Wed Feb 19 Whitehorse United Church Choir Practice 7:30 PM Whitehorse United Church Wed Feb 19 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Strength and Style Contest! 7:30 PM Town & Mountain Hotel Help us find who has it going on in the North. Night one is all about tattoos and testing your strength with the Plank Contest! Register online, cover charge at the door.

Wed Feb 19 Hump Day Trivia 8:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Thu Feb 20 Rendezvous Pancake Breakfast 8:00 AM Whitehorse General Hospital Support the Yukon Hospital Foundation! Prizes for best Rendezvous costumes.

Thu - Sat Whitehorse Yukon Community Thrift Store - Silent Auctions 12:00 PM Whitehorse Community Thrift Store Silent Auctions for valuable, unusual and unique items. Bids taken Friday and Saturday at the store. Bidding Closes 2:00 PM Saturdays, each week.

Thu Feb 20 Rendezvous Braggin’ Rights Texas Holdem’ Tournament 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Sign-up and more information call 667-2800.

Thu Feb 20 Chess Corner 6:30 PM Yukon College Chess played in room A2101, beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ board.

Everyone is welcome to sit in on this game of strategy.

Thu Feb 20 Christ Church Cathedral Choir Practice 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral Thu Feb 20 Sourdough Sam Events 8:00 PM The Local Bar Lip Sync, Talent-No Talent, Bare’n Boot, Queen of the Creeks, Dance Fever & Knighting, cover charge.

Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Cultural Craft Fair Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Held in the Artist Studio 667-2148 Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Rendezvous Royal Bout 11:00 AM Lumel Studios The Company of the White Wolf, Yukon Medieval Combat Group is pleased to host The Royal Bout.

Amazing spectacle of martial display as we find out who will win the honour of being The Royal Guard.

Fri Feb 21 Afternoon Tea and Hymn Sing 2:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Fri Feb 21 Healing with Syleff Handgames Tournament 5:00 PM Whitehorse, Yukon Call 335-4479 or email donatetosyleff@gmail.com for more information.

Fri Feb 21 Legion TGIF Dinner 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Open to Members and signed in guests Meals are $12 unless a steak dinner which is more.

Fri Feb 21 Rendezvous Dance for Everyone 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 6672800 or email branch254@northwestel.net for more information.

Fri Feb 21 Sourdough Sam Events 8:00 PM The Local Bar Lip Sync, Talent-No Talent, Bare’n Boot, Queen of the Creeks, Dance Fever & Knighting, cover charge.

Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: For the Love of Drag 9:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Tuck Entertainment’s finest for the very first time. Meet & Greet with the Queen’s with limited VIP tickets For ages 19 and older, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Sat Feb 22 49th Annual Sourdough Pancake Breakfast 8:00 AM CYO Hall Organized by Knights of Columbus Start your day the right way!

A staple of the Rendezvous festival since the 1960s, dedicated volunteers will be serving up delicious pancakes.

Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Breakfast for Everyone 9:00 AM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 6672800 or email branch254@northwestel.net for more information.

Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Horseshoe Tournament 10:00 AM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 667-2800 or email branch254@northwestel.net for more information.

Sat Feb 22 Encaustic Painting for Adults 10:00 AM Arts Underground Learn how to use the paint, carve and scratch in texture, build it up, colour it with pastel and graphite, heat it and work with collage. Ages 8-13, all supplies included. To register call 667.4080 or stop in at Arts Underground Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Community Challenge 12:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre A fun-filled contest based on a humorous theme. Register online.

Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Swede Saw 12:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre How fast can you saw a log? Remember to pull, not push your way through this one! Register online.

Sat Feb 22 Legion Crib 2:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members as well as signed in guests welcome!

Come play crib. Registration closes at 2:25 pm 667-2802 Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Coronation and Knighting 3:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre The winner of the Quest for the Crown be coronated at the Main Performance stage.

Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Pet Parade/Dog Howling 3:00 PM NVD Place Dress your part in their favourite outfit and show them off at the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous Pet Parade! Prizes awarded for best entries.

Sat Feb 22 Chili Tasting Contest and Chili Dinner 3:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 667-2800 or email branch254@northwestel. net for more information. Everyone Welcome!

Sat Feb 22 Graduation Regalia Making Program 4:00 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Society Materials and supplies, instruction, snacks and bus tickets. To register please call 633-4186 or email programcoord@northernculture.org

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Sat Feb 22 Rendezvous Dance for Everyone 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 6672800 or email branch254@northwestel.net for more information.

Sat Feb 22 Barn Dance with Gordon Stobbe 7:30 PM The Old Fire Hall A favourite event for the whole family! Live music by the Barn Dance Band with a special guest appearance by the Fiddleheads. Tickets at the door - Everyone Welcome!!

Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Masquerade Ball 8:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre The perfect mix of mystery and elegance with local band Major Funk and the Employment.

For ages 19 and older, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Sun Feb 23 49th Annual Sourdough Pancake Breakfast 8:00 AM CYO Hall Organized by Knights of Columbus Start your day the right way!

A staple of the Rendezvous festival since the 1960s, dedicated volunteers will be serving up delicious pancakes.

Sun Feb 23 Rendezvous Horseshoe Tournament 10:00 AM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Call 667-2800 or email branch254@ northwestel.net for more information.

Sun Feb 23 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Flour Packing 11:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Competitors pack hundreds of pounds on their back to a finish line; paying homage to these brave souls who made it into the Yukon. Register online.

Sun Feb 23 Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio.

Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends. $5/hour.

Sun Feb 23 Rendezvous Wrap up Parade 3:00 PM Main Street - Downtown Featuring Rendezvous character floats with highlights from the past! Register online.

Mon Feb 24 Free drop-in computer labs 10:00 AM Yukon Learn Free Drop-In Computer Lab for Self Directed Studies A tutor/Instructor will be available on site to assist you. 867-668-6280 or toll free: 888-668-6280 Fax: 867-633-4576 Mon Feb 24 Legion Scrabble Meet 1:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All Legion Members both local and national Welcome 6672802 Mon Feb 24 GO The Surrounding Game 6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome. For more information email: tjbowlby@gmail.com Mon Feb 24 Euchre Night 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 All local and national legion members welcome! 667-2802 Mon Feb 24 Burlesque Class with Chérie Coquette 7:30 PM The Old Fire Hall Learn the classic art of the Burlesque. No experience necessary, all levels welcome. To register, email at cheriecoquettecabaret@gmail.com Tue Feb 25 Second-hand Clothing Bazaar 5:30 PM Whitehorse Seventh-day Adventist Church Donations of clean clothing in good condition welcome. All proceeds go to charitable causes.

For more info. call 633-3463.

Tue Feb 25 10 Card Crib 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For members or signed in guests. Have some fun on a Tuesday night and play 10 card crib!

Tue Feb 25 Cultivating Connections: An UnNetworking Event 7:00 PM Baked Cafe A low pressure, way more fun setting with a speed group networking format. Register online.

Tue Feb 25 Uke On Ukulele Club! 7:00 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Email us at ukeonukuleleclub@gmail.com for more information.

KIDS & FAMILIES

Wed Feb 19 Toddler Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free drop-in. Contact 667-5239 for more information.

Wed Feb 19 Baby Chit Chat 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Birth - 18 months, Relaxed parent-baby time with songs, rhymes & play along with discussion of parenting topics. Call 668-6535 for more info.

Wed Feb 19 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Welcomes all pregnant moms-to-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports.

Wed Feb 19 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun child-parent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Thu Feb 20 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun child-parent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Thu Feb 20 CGC Youth Rec Drop-in 7:00 PM Canada Games Centre Held in the Kids Club Room, Ages: 10 - 18, Snacks provided.

Transportation available. Call 334-8718 or email courtney.terriah@kdfn.net for more info.

Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Kidsfest! 10:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Activities like the parent pull, mini log toss and flour packing will also make a return throughout the weekend. For all ages, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Fri Feb 21 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information.

Fri Feb 21 Parent-Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Discover the power of songs, rhymes and stories as a positive parenting tool. Ages newborn - 5 yrs old. Call 322-5990 to register.

Fri Feb 21 Fun with Felt 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre All ages, felt games, songs and stories. Call 668-6535 for more info.

Fri Feb 21 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Youth Zone! 11:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Scheduled activities designed for 10-18 year olds Fri Feb 21 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun childparent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Fri Feb 21 After School Youth Recreation 3:15 PM Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) A variety of games and activities both indoor and outdoor. Call 334-8728 for more info.

Fri Feb 21 Girls Club 7:30 PM Bethany Church Call 668-4877 for more information.

Sat Feb 22 Swim for Life 10:00 AM Canada Games Centre Indigenous youth ages 8-18 swim lessons, swim certifications & access to lifegaurd certification. Call 250-809-3272 for more info.

Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Kidsfest! 10:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Activities like the parent pull, mini log toss and flour packing will also make a return throughout the weekend. For all ages, tickets online or at the YSR office.

Sat Feb 22 Choose Your Own Adventure 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Choose from a variety of fun, interactive and family friendly play stations.

Suitable for all ages. For more information call 668-8698 Sat Feb 22 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Youth Zone! 11:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Scheduled activities designed for 10-18 year olds Sat Feb 22 Family Drop In 3:30 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Drop in for families and caregivers, call 668-4794 for more info.

Sun Feb 23 Super Smash Bros.Tournament 12:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Please bring a set up and your own controllers! Official tournament rule set: EVO 2019 format. Pay-out per. event % 60/30/10 Sun Feb 23 Pioneer Format - Magic:The Gathering 1:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Weekly MTG Pioneer Format - Cards starting from Return to Ravnica forward - Banned Cards: Fetch Lands Sun Feb 23 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous: Aurora Colour Wars 1:30 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre In India, Holi announces the arrival of spring and the passing of winter with young and old alike are covered with colors.

Come out and enjoy this magical colourful experience in the Yukon.

Sun Feb 23 Wee Moves 2:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum AGES 3-5, learn about transportation through play, craft, and songs!.

Save your spot by registering at weemoves@ goytm.ca Mon Feb 24 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information.

Mon Feb 24 Baby Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Appropriate for ages 6 - 24 months & caregiver, Free drop-in. Call 6675239 for more information.

Mon Feb 24 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun child-parent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Mon Feb 24 After School Youth Recreation 3:15 PM Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) A variety of games and activities both indoor and outdoor. Call 334-8728 for more info.

Mon Feb 24 3D Game Design After School Program for Teens 3:45 PM Yukonstruct Innovation Hub Camps for video game design help foster team spirit and develop some basic skills needed for succeeding in the technology industry. Register online.

Mon Feb 24 Puppy Preschool Classes 6:30 PM Wise Canine Training 335-2919 Positive reinforcement training methods from Certified Dog Trainer, Michelle Wieser. Call for more info.

Tue Feb 25 Parent Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM Whistle Bend Place Learn the power of songs, rhymes and stories as a positive parenting tool call 322-5990 for more information.

Tue Feb 25 Parent Support Group 10:30 AM Yukon Herbal Health Centre 780 265 6176 Dropin group for new parents with babies aged 0-12 months to help local parents find support, connect and build their own village.

Tue Feb 25 1,2,3 Craft with Me 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre All ages, Songs, stories and a different craft each week. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Tue Feb 25 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun childparent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

Tue Feb 25 Youth Beading Circle 3:30 PM Nàkwät’à Kų̀ (KDFN’s potlatch house) Learn to bead, try a new style or pattern, free, snacks provided Call 334-8728 for more info.

Tue Feb 25 Swim for Life 3:45 PM Canada Games Centre Indigenous youth ages 8-18 swim lessons, swim certifications & access to lifegaurd certification. Call 250-809-3272 for more info.

Wed Feb 26 Toddler Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free drop-in. Contact 667-5239 for more information.

Wed Feb 26 Baby Chit Chat 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Birth - 18 months, Relaxed parent-baby time with songs, rhymes & play along with discussion of parenting topics. Call 668-6535 for more info.

Wed Feb 26 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Welcomes all pregnant moms-to-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports.

Wed Feb 26 Family Free Play Drop In 12:30 PM Family Literacy Centre Free play and fun child-parent activities, including puzzles, crafts, play dough, painting and more. Call 668-8698 for more details.

MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS Tue Feb 11 Fly Tying Fundamentals 7:00 PM Westmark Whitehorse This 5-week series covers the fundamentals of tying your own flies.

Participants will need to bring their own supplies.

Register online. 334-3661 Wed Feb 19 Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 AM Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu Feb 20 Transparency in Mining-Yukon’s Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment 11:00 AM Yukonstruct Innovation Hub Participate in the review and validation workshop of draft findings from research conducted on the transparency in Mining and the Yukon Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment Process. Register online.

Thu Feb 20 Sundogs Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon A lunch time session to learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu Feb 20 Monthly Coalition Meeting 5:00 PM CYO Hall Monthly Coalition (Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition) meetings are held every third Thursday.

Everyone is welcome!

Thu Feb 20 Coalition February Meeting 5:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Monthly meeting to discuss issues and planning around poverty reductions strategies in the Yukon.

Thu Feb 20 Midnight Sun Toastmasters Club 5:30 PM Yukon College Room A2714. An after work meeting to help you gain confidence in public speaking, improve communication and add to your leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867-6896363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu Feb 20 Kluane Quilters Guild Meeting 6:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum Thu Feb 20 Yukon Bird Club AGM 7:00 PM Sport Yukon All are welcome! Email yukonbirdclub@yukonbirds.ca for more info.

Thu Feb 20 RCMP Police Dispatcher/911 Operator Career Presentation 7:00 PM Whitehorse, Yukon Learn how telecommunications operators provide a critical service within the RCMP that support both public and officer safety. Email MDiv_OCC_Recruiting@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca for more info.

Sat Feb 22 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:00 AM A&W Restaurant Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome Mon Feb 24 Member Meet Up 6:00 PM Music Yukon Connect and create an ongoing dialogue to help the organization better serve its membership, as well as the Yukon music industry and community. Email staff@musicyukon.com for more info.

Mon Feb 24 Shine a Light on Dementia 6:00 PM Whistle Bend Place 6 week program, specifically designed for family caregivers on Dementia care and how to work with their loved ones diagnosed with the disease. For more info or to register call 456-8590 Tue Feb 25 Yukon Industry Conference 8:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Learn about procurement and industry trends and best practices, Understand each other’s perspectives, Build common knowledge and language. Email or call for more information. 667-5385 Tue Feb 25 Yukon River Quest - Racer Prep Workshop 6:00 PM Yukon Quest International Assn An evening of sharing and discussion about how to prepare for Yukon River Quest. We will have a panel discussion followed by a social meet and greet.

Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Porter Creek Step meeting (CM) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory No Puffin (CM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Thursdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance.

Polar Group (OM) 7:30 PM 6210 - 6th ave.

Fridays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Yukon Unity Group Meeting 1:30 PM #4 Hospital Road Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance.

Saturdays Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting Whitehorse General Hospital (OM NS) 7:00 pm - Hospital Board Meeting.

Sundays Detox Meeting (OM NS) 1:00 PM 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting (OM NS) 7:00 PM Whitehorse General Hospital Mondays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Tuesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Ugly Duckling Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave. Juste Pour Aujourd’hui (OM, NS) 7:00 PM 205 Black Street Suite 120 Phone: AA 1-888-453-0142 (24 hours a day)

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Mr. and Mrs. Yukon 2020 are Valerie and Dan Drummond

By Danny Macdonald

involved in multiple Rendezvous events, Recognition of two longtime Yukoners and the couple will be who have made contributions invited to be special guests at a number of important festivities across the territory, including visits to Dawson City for the Commissioner’s Ball this summer, as well as potentially Discovery Day celebrations.

“On February 10, we get ‘pinned’ and get our banners from YOOP,” Valerie said.

“And then make our first official appearance at The Royal Feast the following night.

“We’ll likely attend the local Canada Day Parade in Haines Junction… and Yukoner’s Night in Vancouver.” ach year, the Yukon Order of The couple were recognized Pioneers (YOOP) selects Mr. and Mrs. Yukon in recogni- for their extensive contributions tion of two longtime Yukoners who in the community including volunhave made lasting contributions to their communities. This year Valerie Drummond they have named Valerie Drum(born Wakefield) mond (born Wakefield) and Dan and Dan Drummond Drummond of Haines Junction as the worthy representatives.

They didn’t know each other when they arrived in the Yukon, Valerie first in 1973 and Dan in 1974, but it’s no secret that their partnership is quite the iconic Yukon love story. They met over Valerie’s blackjack table at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s in Dawson City. Dan may have won a few dollars, but it was the promise of moving back to town that following winter and seeing Valerie again that was the real prize that night.

Dan and Valerie were married in 1976 and have always called the Yukon home, having been valuable volunteers and community members in three different places; Dawson City, Whitehorse, and Haines Junction.

The recognition as Mr. and Mrs. Yukon provides a real opportunity to reconnect with old friends and to build new acquaintances, according to Valerie.

“It took us by surprise when we found out we were nominated,” she said. “We are looking forward to meeting a great number of people in the territory.”

As part of the role, YOOP supports Mr. and Mrs. Yukon to get

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teer firefighting, organizing minor hockey, Christmas festivities in Haines Junction, work with Scouts Canada, and past work with the Yukon Fish and Game Association, to name just a few. That community spirit continues today with Valerie’s work with women’s hockey and their work for the Kluane to Chilkat Bike Relay.

The year promises to be one that they’ll both enjoy and will let them reconnect with people around the territory. It’s something they’ll both be proud of for their community.

“Renewing acquaintances is important,” Valerie concluded.

“And we’re very excited to be representing Haines Junction and the Kluane region.”

Danny Macdonald is a lifelong Yukoner who is active in sports, community organizations and Yukon’s events scene.

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Seasonal Recipes with Sydney Keddy

INGREDIENTS

Braised goat and mandarin orange on toasted baguette

❑ 1.1 lbs goat stew meat and pepper to ❑ Salt taste tsp ground ❑ 1/2 coriander

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oat meat has the reputation of being tough and gamey, and that reputation is well deserved. Eating badly raised and cooked goat is like eating an old tube sock. Luckily we have a local farm that raises goats with lovely meat, which makes cooking it well a very simple task. The real trick is choosing the correct cut for your cooking method and then cooking it enough. Stew meat is a forgiving cut as long as you’ve got the time to really let it cook and rest. If it’s not tender after an hour, don’t be afraid to let it cook for another 30 or 40 minutes. Serves 2

tsp ground ❑ 1/2 cinnamon

❑ A drizzle of canola oil inch fresh ginger, ❑ 1grated cloves garlic, finely ❑ 2chopped

❑ 1 small onion, chopped ❑ 2 bay leaves ❑ 1/2 cup red wine mandarin oranges, ❑ 3halved

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❑ 1-2 cups water cilantro, to ❑ Chopped garnish

Season goat meat liberally with salt and pepper

Halved mandarin oranges and chopped onions

Braised goat and tangerines

Lime, mint, cilantro and green onion for garnish

mint, to ❑ Chopped garnish green onion, ❑ Chopped to garnish

❑ Lime, to garnish baguette, sliced ❑ 1/2 lengthwise to serve

METHOD

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Season the goat meat liberally with salt and pepper, then sprinkle with cinnamon and coriander.

2

In a large skillet over high heat, heat a large drizzle of canola oil until shimmering. Add the seasoned goat and brown on all sides, then remove the goat and return the pan to the heat.

3

Add the ginger, garlic, onion and bay leaves. Cook until soft.

Add red wine and stir, scraping any bits that are stuck to the bottom of the pan. Return the goat to the pan and add 1 cup of water. Squeeze each halved mandarin into the pan, then add the mandarin halves to the pan as well. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 1 hour, or until the goat is tender, adding additional water if necessary.

Once the goat is tender and the cooking liquid has evaporated, remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper if necessary. Remove mandarins and chop, then return to pan.

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Braised goat and mandarin oranges on toasted baguette

Toast baguette halves, then top each half with braised goat and chopped orange and top with chopped herbs.

Sydney Keddy is a recipe developer who lives in Whitehorse. Her work can be found in The Boston Globe, Seriouseats.com, as well as other publications.

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Eight different ways to experience rice wine The Japanese Canadian Association of the Yukon is hosting Sake Fest in Whitehorse

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by Angela Szymczuk

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The correct pronunciation of sake is, sake-eh, not sake-ee

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hen your Japanese lifetime is coming out, drink all the sake you want. Have a little bash.” This quote was made famous by spiritual teacher, Frederick Lenz. If you happen to be in Whitehorse on Feb. 28, you can follow his advice at Sake Fest.

The first inaugural Sake Fest is being hosted at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre by the Japanese Canadian Association of the Yukon (JCAY). Members of JCAY have worked to put the event together with the help of funding from the Yukon Government’s New Canadians Event Fund.

“This event will be a great opportunity for people to learn about sake and to be able to compare them,” said Fumi Torigai, a member of JCAY. “Sake is a huge part of Japanese culture.We are happy to host this event to contribute to the diversity of cultures in Whitehorse.”

Eight types of sake will be available for sampling, along with small food pairings. Some of the sake featured is made in (almost) locally, in British Columbia, while

others are made in Japan. A sake sommelier from Calgary will be on site to educate festival-goers about the different types of sake.

Sake Fest isn’t just about the sake though. Special Japanese entertainment includes a dancer performing a selection of beautiful, classical Japanese dances.

There will also be a taiko drum performance, which is not to be missed. The large drums deliver quite the bang, paired with a theatrical performance.

Tickets for the 19+ event are $48. This includes entry, three one-ounce sake samples and catered finger food. If you like what you taste, additional sample punch cards can be purchased.

Each $10 card is good for three samples.

And just so you know, when you’re asking for that fourth sample, the correct pronunciation of sake is, sake-eh, not sake-ee.

Additional fun facts are below: Sake can be served hot, chilled, or at room temperature.

There are 11 types of Sake.

Sake is usually served in a ceramic vase called a tokkuri. It

is poured into small cups called choko.

Sake is made from rice that has been brewed and fermented. During the fermentation process the starch converts to alcohol. Most types of sake will contain 14 to 16 per cent alcohol content. Genshu is a sake that contains an alcohol content of 18 to 20 per cent because it is not diluted with water.

In North America, we refer to Japanese rice wine as sake, but in Japan it is called nihonshu.

Most importantly, kanpai is how you say cheers in Japanese.

Come out to enjoy the sake, or simply to enjoy a cultural event by buying your ticket at TicketStripe. com. The tasting takes place in the KDCC’s multi-purpose room.

Doors open at 6 p.m., with the event running from 6:35 until 9:30 p.m.

Angela Szymczuk is a Whitehorse-based writer.

Please send comments about her articles to editor@whatsupyukon.com.

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SCHEDULE at a glance

FEB. 18–23

For more details check yukonrendezvous.com Information contained in this schedule is correct at time of publication and is subject to change.

TUESDAY, FEB. 18

FRIDAY, FEB. 21

Strength & Style Contest: Night #1 7:30 p.m.

Presented by Total Trac Rentals Got a sweet tattoo? Come on out to our annual Strength and Style Competition and help us find who has it going on in the North. Night one is all about TATTOOS and testing your STRENGTH with the Plank Contest! $10.00 registration fee to compete. Register at yukonrendezvous.com. Admission: $5.

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Events listed in yellow run Friday to Sunday, at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre:

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 19 Hunt for a Headliner 7 p.m.

Presented by Yukon Energy The call was made, and Yukoners answered!

Make sure you get your tickets to see some of the best entertainers the territory has to offer as they compete to win to become the Rendezvous headline character for the next two years! Tickets: $25. Available at yukontickets. com and the Yukon Arts Centre box office.

Yukon Arts Centre Strength & Style Contest: Night #2 7:30 p.m.

Presented by Total Trac Rentals Do you have the hairiest of hairy legs or an epic beard? Come out to the annual Strength and Style competition and find out who takes top prize in the hairiest categories. Registration is $10 at yukonrendezvous.com. Admission: $5.

Towne Club, Town & Mountain Hotel

THURSDAY, FEB. 20 Dereen Hildebrand Business Decor Challenge Presented by Inspired Interiors Ongoing Feb. 7–23. This year you get to decide the winner! Make sure you vote for your favorite decorated business at yukonrendezous.com. Voting closes on Sunday, Feb. 23. at 5 p.m.

Fiddle Show (Evening Performance) 7 p.m.

Presented by Whitehorse Toyota This year’s fiddle show will showcase Daniel Gervais who has been playing the violin since the age of five. Gervais is the first and only Albertan to win the Canadian Grand Master Fiddle Competition. Tickets are $35. Available at yukontickets.com and the Yukon Arts Centre box office.

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KIDSFEST! 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Presented by Boys and Girls Club of Yukon An exciting weekend-long event full of entertainment and activities designed for Yukon Children and Youth to participate in.

Activities include: Minute-to-win-it games, snow creature building, colouring and special guest performers! KidsFest is FREE and most importantly FUN! North of Ordinary Media Booth Get a snap at this year’s Rendezvous photo booth with your favourite Rendezvous characters. (Schedule of characters will be posted) Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Longhouse Cultural Craft Fair Presented by Royal Bank of Canada and RBC Dominion Securities Browse some of the best crafts the Yukon has to offer all weekend long!

Multipurpose Room and Elder’s Lounge Main Performance Stage Presented by Save on Foods, Klondike Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Northerm Windows & Doors, and Premier Cabs FREE for all to attend! Entertainment includes The 2020 YSR Air North Cancan Line, Snowshoe Shufflers... and much more!

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Longhouse Open Snowpad 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Presented by Wykes, Your Independent Grocer, Carstar and Chieftain Energy If you have always wanted to try your luck at Chucking a Chainsaw, Throwing an Axe or Tossing a Log, then this is where you want to be. A toonie gives you three attempts at any of these traditional events. The winners will be announced on Sunday at the Main Performance Stage.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) Rendezvous Royal Bout 11 a.m.

Presented by Mythic Solutions The Company of the White Wolf, Yukon Medieval Combat Group is pleased to host The Royal Bout. Enjoy this amazing spectacle of martial display as we find out who will win the honour of being The Royal Guard.

Company of the White Wolf Arena Front Street lot

Grad Challenge Minute to Win-it 11 a.m.

Presented by Canadian Tire Come show your support as our high school students compete in a variety of 60 second games that test different skills including speed, coordination and more….

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Artist Studio Rendezvous Fiddle Show (matinee) 1 p.m.

Presented by Whitehorse Toyota This year’s event will showcase Daniel Gervais who has been playing the violin since the age of five. Gervais is the first and only Albertan to win the Canadian Grand Master Fiddle Competition. Tickets: $30. Available at yukontickets. com and the Yukon Arts Centre box office.

Yukon Arts Centre Main Stage

Quest for the Crown

SATURDAY, FEB. 22 KIDSFEST! Activity 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and the Yukon Wildlife Preserve are teaming up to fur things up a bit during Rendezvous. An interactive opportunity to learn more about Yukon’s furry creatures, past and present!

Multipurpose Room

MADAM TRAPPER CONTEST Who will be dubbed the athlete of all athletes? Entrants compete in four Mad(am) Trapper events: Swede Saw, Log Toss, Chainsaw Chuck, and Axe Throw. There are prizes (including a gold nugget) for each event as well as a grand prize for the best combined score in the men’s and women’s categories. Registration is required ($60).

1 p.m.

Register online at yukonrendezvous.com.

Traditional Events

Presented by Yukon Inn Check out our 2020 Quest for the Crown candidates as they entertain the crowd while Axe Throwing, Chainsaw Chucking and Log Tossing!

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios)

Grad Challenge Traditional Events 3 p.m.

Presented by Canadian Tire Cheer on our high school grad classes as they compete for prize money! Traditional events include: Partner Pack, Axe Throw, Chainsaw Chuck, Smoosh-Boarding and Log Toss.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios)

Call for the Cup (19+ event) Sourdough Sams: Knighting 8 p.m.

Presented by Whitehorse Motors Wanna know if your favourite Sam Can Dance?

They will be showing their moves in the final event right before the 2020 Sourdough Sam gets knighted! Admission: $5.

The Local Bar Tuck presents Sold For the Love of Drag (19+) 9 p.m. out Presented by Antoinette’s Restaurant Are you ready for a night of Queens!? Make sure you get your ticket to this event fast!

Rendezvous is bringing you Tuck Entertainment’s finest for the very first time.

Meet & Greet with the Queens. Doors open 8 p.m. for VIP’s and 9 p.m. for regular tickets.

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Longhouse

• Swede Saw 10 a.m.

Presented by Builder’s Supplyland How fast can you saw a log? Remember to pull, not push your way through this one!

Company of the White Wolf Arena, Front Street lot • Log Toss 12 p.m.

Presented by Wykes, Your Independent Grocer Test your strength and see how far you can toss a log! Prizes for top man and woman.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) • Chainsaw Chuck 1 p.m.

Presented by Carstar This event is about physical strength and technique but it can also help you to relieve your frustration on a busted chainsaw. Prizes awarded for the top man and woman!

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) • Axe Throw 2 p.m.

Presented by Chieftain Energy Spectators: stay in the bleachers for this one! This event features categories for men & women.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) Open Snowpad 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Presented by Wykes, Your Independent Grocer, Carstar and Chieftain Energy If you have always wanted to try your luck at chucking a chainsaw, throwing an axe or tossing a log, then this is where you want to be.

A toonie gives you three attempts at any of these events.

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Open Swede Saw 12 p.m.

Presented by Builder’s Supplyland You saw the Mad and Madam Trapper try it... so how fast can you saw a log? Remember to pull, not push your way through this one!

Company of the White Wolf Arena, Front Street Lot Whipsaw Challenge 2 p.m.

Presented by BC Regional Council of Carpenters Friendships will be tested as teams of two have to work hard to accomplish this wearisome work. Put your muscles to the test.

Let’s get down to sawing!

Company of the White Wolf Arena, Front Street lot Pet Parade and Dog Howling Contest 3 p.m.

Presented by The Feed Store/Pet Junction Dress your pet in their favourite outfit and show them off at the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous Pet Parade! Prizes awarded for best entries. Bring your furry friends down and have them sing and howl to compete for the title of best howler! Register online before Feb. 19 at yukonrendezvous.com NVD Place (Old Canadian Tire) Coronation and Knighting 3 p.m.

Presented by Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous This year come and see the winner of the Quest for the Crown be coronated at the main performance stage. The winner of the Call for the Cup will also be officially knighted by the new Queen.

Main Performance Stage Rendezvous Raffle Draw 3:45 p.m.

The chances to win are higher this year, with only 20,000 tickets printed! Come by the main performance stage to see who the lucky winners are for this year’s Rendezvous Raffle!

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Masquerade Ball (19+) 8:30 p.m. o ut Presented by Sportees Activewear Be prepared for the perfect mix of mystery and elegance and make sure you have your mask ready for a classic Rendezvous evening.

Yukon favourites Major Funk & the Employment will keep you dancing all evening!

Doors open at 8 p.m.

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Longhouse

SUNDAY, FEB. 23 Open Snowpad 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Presented by Wykes, Your Independent Grocer, Carstar and Chieftain Energy If you have always wanted to try your luck at chucking a chainsaw, throwing an axe or tossing a log, then this is where you want to be. A toonie gives you three attempts at any of these traditional events.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) Flour Packing 10:30 a.m.

Presented by Reliable Electric & Communications At the turn of the century many brave adventurers attempted to cross the Chilkoot Pass in search of gold and a fresh start. This event has competitors pack hundreds of pounds on their back to a finish line, paying homage to the brave souls who made it into the Yukon.

Pre-registration at yukonredezvous.com Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre- Front Street

Community Challenge 11 a.m.

Presented by Ice Wireless A fun-filled contest based on a humorous theme. Got a team? Come on out and show us what you’re made of! Register in advance at yukonrendezvous.com.

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre tent area (back of building) Aurora Colour Wars!

1:30 p.m.

Presented by What’s Up Yukon In India, Holi announces the arrival of spring and the passing of winter with young, old and everyone in between covering each other with colour. Come out and enjoy this magical colourful experience in the Yukon.

CKRW Snowpad (beside Lumel Studios) Mad(am) Trapper and Open Snowpad Contest Awards 2:30 p.m.

Presented by Lumel Studios Find out who will be named the athlete of all athletes! With a stunning commemorative axe awarded to Mad and Madam Trapper. Winners of the open Log Toss, Chainsaw Chuck and Axe Throw will also be announced.

Main Performance Stage Rendezvous Wrap Up Parade 3 p.m.

Presented by Real Canadian Superstore Featuring Rendezvous character floats with highlights from the past! Register online at yukonrendezvous.com.

Musterpoint: Main and 6th Avenue Best viewing: Main and 2nd Avenue Rendezvous Wrap Party 4-6 p.m.

Presented by Whitehorse Beverages, Save On Foods and Compadres Burritos Enjoy some great food, entertainment and fellowship. This is a closed event in celebration of our volunteers. Want to get into this party?

Volunteer with us throughout the festival and secure your seat! Visit our website for a list of all volunteer positions.

Main Performance Stage

RENDEZVOUS LEGION EVENTS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Shuffle Board Tournament 10 a.m. doors open, 11 a.m. tournament SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Cribbage Tournament Noon doors open, start time TBD. 8 Games.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Braggin’ Rights Texas Hold’em Tournament (no cash), 6 p.m. sign up, 6:30 p.m. start time FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Evening Party: 6 p.m. Dinner, Live Band, YSR performers, Marching Pygmies & more.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 8 a.m. doors open, 9–11a.m. Breakfast 10 a.m. Horseshoe Tournament 4 p.m. Chili Tasting Contest (Sign up at Legion) 6 p.m. Evening Party: dinner, live band, YSR performers, Marching Pygmies & more.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 9:30–11:30 a.m. Breakfast 11a.m. Horseshoe Playdowns and Championship Complete details & rules available at Legion

AFFILIATED EVENTS ONGOING THROUGHOUT WINTER The Hair Freezing Contest Organized by Takhini Hot Pools Four categories: Best Female, Best Male, Best Group, and Most Creative. Each category will offer $2000 and free soaks into the hot springs until it’s closure in fall 2020.

Check hairfreezingcontest.com for details.

Takhini Hot Pools SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Free Skate & Swim 1:45–6 p.m.

Organized by the Yukon Teachers Association Yukon Teachers are sponsoring a free skate and swim to help celebrate Rendezvous!

Bring your family and friends! Skate is from 1:45-3:45 p.m. and swim is from 4–6 p.m.

Canada Games Centre FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Brunch du temps des sucres/Traditional French Canadian Brunch 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

Organized by Association Franco-Yukonnaise The Association Franco-Yukonnaise is happy to invite you to a traditional brunch. Come enjoy the culture and the typically FrenchCanadian flavours in celebration of the Sourdough Rendezvous festivities.

Centre de la francophonie 302 Strickland St. FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY EVENTS Sourdough Rendezvous Hockey Tournament Organized by Whitehorse Recreational Hockey League Take in the action at this adult recreational hockey tournament featuring men’s A and B divisions, as well as a women’s division.

Tournament begins Friday morning and runs through Sunday afternoon. Games on all three surfaces. Includes a beer garden at the Takhini arena.

Takhini, NWTel and ATCO arenas Trappers Skinning Tent Organized by the Teslin Renewable Resource Council Showing many Yukon furbearers. People can walk through the tent, touch, feel and ask questions about the furs. Open Friday at noon until Sunday.

Takhini, NWTel and ATCO arenas

SATURDAY & SUNDAY EVENTS Annual Sourdough Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m.

Organized by Knights of Columbus Start your day the right way! A staple of the Rendezvous festival since the 1960s, dedicated volunteers will be serving up delicious pancakes. Support this fundraiser and fuel up for the day’s events!

CYO Hall corner of 4th Ave. and Steele St. Great Northern Heli Sports City Tours 12–3 p.m.

Organized by Great Northern Heli Sports Soar through the skies and experience Whitehorse as never before. Great Northern Heli Sports is pleased to offer City Tour flights over the weekend For more information find us on Facebook or call (867) 668-6200.

Eric Neilsen International Airport The Kingscote Air Display 12–3 p.m.

Organised by Kingscote Air Display Society A Rendezvous favourite is back!

The Kingscote Air Display will feature some of the RCAF’s best!

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inda Leon’s newest exhibition, Wild in the City, is an exploration of the relationship between animals and urban centres.

“I’ve lived most of my life in large cities,” said Leon. “Urban centres contain another parallel, world inhabited by animals. Sometimes we put them in zoos to contain them, or confine them in our homes. Humans have always tried to control what might be too wild otherwise. Wild is a threat. I think that that is why we gathered in cities in the first place. And maybe to keep the other, wild part of ourselves contained too.

“I’ve always noticed and been intrigued by animals. They continue to be a subject of my art practice.

In Beijing, an impossibly polluted place, you can see sparrows. How miraculous!”

Wild in the City consists of 12 new works, featuring multi-media drawings, pastel drawings on paper and acrylic paintings. Horses, cats, monkeys and gibbons all make an appearance in Leon’s work.

“I hope the audience will go away intrigued, thoughtful about our place in the animal world and, perhaps, with a higher regard for their house cats,” said Leon.

Wild in the City runs from Feb. 7 to March 1 at Yukon Artists @ Work Gallery, located at 4129 4 Ave. The show opens with a reception on Feb. 7, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Amber Church is generally enthusiastic about everything but, she spends most of her time creating in an art studio and chasing a child and dog through the wilderness.

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Linda Leon’s new exhibition explores the relationship between animals and urban centres

“Monkey” – Acrylic paint on hardboard – 24” x 18”

“Stampede” – Acrylic paint on canvas – 8’ x 6’ tall

“Gibbon” – pastel drawing on paper – 30” x 20”

PHOTOS: provided by Amber Church

“In my Thoughts” Acrylic paint and conté crayons on hardboard – 30” x 24”

“Feline Devine” – Acrylic paint on canvas – 24” x 30”

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Volunteerism, a true Rendezvous tradition Have fun this winter

Seeing Rendezvous from a new angle: Miriam Smith Volunteering at KIDSFEST

by Saskrita Shrestha

W

ithout volunteers the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous Festival (YSR) would have never started, let alone gotten to its 56th year. It was a volunteer board that came together under the leadership of Rolf Hougen, the society’s first chair, to plan the events, organize the people and source the prizes from local businesses to make the first Rendezvous possible. Ever since then, our volunteer board of directors has worked year-round to make sure we can carry on this tradition. Even with the months of planning the board puts in, Rendezvous wouldn’t happen without the hundreds of people who show up to help out every February.

Volunteering at YSR is a fun and exciting way to get out and do more this winter and we hope you will join us this year. It’s a great way to experience the traditions of our annual winter festival from a new angle, and really appreciate the passion and planning that goes into every one of our events Depending on your interests you could find yourself helping out on the main performance stage in the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre, helping to judge beards and tattoos at the Strength and Style Competition, or even serving bar at our Masquerade Ball, or Drag Show! It’s not just about

Volunteers at Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous

PHOTOS: provided by Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous

what you can do for YSR though; it’s also about what the society can do to thank you for your hard work and effort!

Throughout festival weekend, our volunteer lounge offers space for you to hang out and warm up, or help yourself to food and beverages, all free for our volunteers! Depending on when and where you volunteer, we also have some exclusive volunteer swag for you, including engraved water bottles, toques, buttons and a commemorative volunteer photo ID badge and lanyard.

Finally, at the end of Rendezvous weekend, after the parade has come in, the Colour Wars have gone off and the grounds have closed, we host an exclusive volunteer appreciation party before we close out the KDCC. Featuring special entertainment, food, drinks, door prizes and more, it’s just another way to say thank you for coming out to make our community’s festival happen!

If you’re interested in joining YSR in this 56 year tradition, sign up in advance at YukonRendezvous.com, or visit our office on Baxter Street in the Yukon Inn Plaza. As always, you can also come by the volunteer lounge to sign up during the festival weekend. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved at Rendezvous 2020, where fun meets the North!

Saskrita Shrestha is the executive director Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous for 2020.

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Small world,eh?

Plan this year’s Camino 101 on Saturday February 22

by Dianne Homan

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t’s a small world, at least along one of its dimensions – the line between Canada and Spain.

There I was in Spain a few months ago walking the Camino de Santiago, a 1200 year old pilgrimage route, and already I’d met an orthodontist from Ottawa and two retirees from Saskatoon who knew friends of mine.

Then I walked into Castrojeriz, one of my favorite towns on the whole Camino with its castle ruins on the hill and charming cobblestone main drag along the ridge.

I found a new and wonderful albergue in which to spend the night and had dealt with my hand laundry and bunk set-up, and was ready for an afternoon beverage.

I sat down in the sunny courtyard with two men speaking English, and after the usual introductions and Where-are-you-froms, one of the men said, “Oh, I just met someone else from Whitehorse today.”

“Really? Are you sure?” I asked.

I didn’t know of anyone else from here who planned to do the Camino during my dates. I thought maybe he’d confused place names.

But later, I headed up the cobblestone street for a pre-dinner tour of town and met some other English-speaking pilgrims.

“Yes, there’s another woman from Whitehorse. She’s sitting on the back patio right now.”

So I went and found Tracy, someone I had not met yet in my role as local coordinator for the Canadian Company of Pilgrims. It turned out that one of our active members, a neighbor of Tracy’s, had shared essential information about the Camino and encouraged her to go.

Weeks later I arrived in Santiago de Compostela, the historic endpoint of the Camino, and got a small room for two nights in a former monastery. It’s my regular place to stay in the city, partly because it has a fabulous breakfast

PHOTOS: Dianne Homan

The castle ruins on the hill above Castrojeriz The cathedral in Santiago buffet. There I ran into another into Natalie, another Whitehorse active member and the first in our chapter to have volunteered as a hospitalero (or host) at albergues along the trail.

Natalie’s presentations at our gatherings have inspired other locals to give back to the Camino by volunteering. To date, five of our members have participated in hospitalero training and have spent, or will soon spend, two weeks working at an albergue greeting pilgrims from all over the world.

The lines between Canada and Spain grown tighter and stronger.

One of the ways that our local chapter helps to strengthen those bonds is by offering Camino 101 every February or March, just before hiking season begins in earnest. Camino 101 includes a slide show, useful handouts, and lots of information about history, how to get there, what to pack, how to get one’s body ready and keep

it happy while walking, and how to navigate some cultural differences.

This year’s Camino 101 will take place on Saturday February 22 from noon to 2:00 at the Whitehorse Public Library meeting room. Bring a lunch – drinks are provided. It’s a fun event that’s open to anyone who’s curious or who is planning a Camino.

For more information, call Dianne at 335-4512 or email whitehorse@santiago.ca. You can find the Whitehorse Chapter of the Canadian Company of Pilgrims on Facebook.

Dianne Homan has walked six Caminos and is a coordinator of the Whitehorse Chapter of the Canadian Company of Pilgrims.

She is the author of Walk Your Own Camino, available at Mac’s Fireweed, Well-Read Books and on Amazon.

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5:30pm – And The Birds Rained Down (Il pleuvait des oiseaux) Three elderly hermits live deep in the woods, cut off from the rest of the world. While wildfires threaten the region, their quiet life is about to be shaken by the arrival of two women... a luminous older woman unjustly institutionalized her whole life, and a young photographer charged with interviewing survivors of the region’s deadliest forest fire. This touching and heartbreakingly beautiful film was a favourite at ALFF 2020. In French with English subtitles.

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March 16, 2020 is the next deadline for the Cultural Industries Training Fund

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Cultural Industries Training Fund provides training funds for Yukon workers in the cultural or creative industries that will enhance people’s abilities to work in the sector and advance the economic impact of the creative sector in Yukon.

There are four deadlines per year: 15th of March, May, September and January.

The application form and guidelines are available on our website. Applicants are encouraged to consult an Arts Advisor before applying. phone: (867) 667-3535 toll free: 1-800-661-0408 ext. 3535 yukon.ca/cultural-industries-training-fund

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Sundays to Fridays, Kickboxing Age 5 - 12 4:00 pm Peak Fitness Fri Feb 21 Strong by Zumba with Lynda 6:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation. Call 633-5245 for more info.

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Fri Feb 21 Dance and say Welcome to the Weekend 5:30 PM 7th Ray Studio For all skill levels including those that have never tried a Zumba class before. Call 334-9605 for more info. info@7thraystudio.com Sat Feb 22 zFit with Jennifer 10:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Call 6335245 for more info.

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Sun Feb 23 Women Who Explore Yukon - Ski, Snowga and Sip 10:00 AM Mount Sima A day of skiing, some yoga and end with a beer at Winterlong!

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Mon Feb 24 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an

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Tue Feb 25 Adult Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range

Tue Feb 25 Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club 7:00 PM Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club For more information call 667-6907 Wed Feb 26 Velocity Squad 4:30 PM Biathlon Range

Wed Feb 26 Spinning with Penny 4:30 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre A slow, steady workout with an emphasis on hard resistance work. Call 633-5425 for more info.

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Thu Feb 20 Music, Art, Movement Workshops 2:30 PM Second Opinions Society Admission is free, facilitated by Lianne Cranfeild. Call 667-2037 for more info.

Thu Feb 20 Mental Health Caregivers Support Group 7:00 PM Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Health & Social Services A support group for family members and friends of individuals with mental illness. Call for more information. 456-3838

Thu Feb 20 Heated Core Yoga Thursdays 7:30 PM Breath of Life Collective This practice pairs breath with mindful movement, transitioning through poses slowly with strength.

Open to all levels. Call 332-3569 or email breathoflifeyukon@ gmail.com for more info.

Wed Feb 19 Know Your Numbers - Free Blood Pressure Clinic 9:00 AM Canada Games Centre February Fri Feb 21 Sally & Sisters is heart health month! A free Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse blood pressure screening clinic.

Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Wed Feb 19 Women & Women & Children 334-9317 Children Lunch Date 11:30 Fri Feb 21 Slow Flow Resto AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for - All Levels 5:30 PM Alpine Bakery All Levels – Stretch, Women & Children gentle flow + restore. PreWed Feb 19 Prenatal registration appreciated, DropLuncheon 12:00 PM Skookum ins welcome. wallymaltz@mac.

Jim Friendship Centre A healthy com lunch and an activity for all Sat Feb 22 Yin Yoga & Foam prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Rolling 10:00 AM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga A gentle, quiet Welcomes all pregnant momsto-be, nursing moms, new dads, practice suitable for all levels.

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Wed Feb 19 Drop-in Recovery Sat Feb 22 Counselling Drop-In and Short Term Group Meetings 2:30 PM Mental Wellness and Substance Counselling Service 11:00 AM Mental Health Association Use Services Health & Social Yukon Free Drop-In counselling Services We ask that you be alcohol and drug free during the is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am group meeting. Call for more - 3pm. Call 668-6429 for more information. 456-3838 info.

Wed Feb 19 Beginner + Experience – Level 1 5:30 PM Sat Feb 22 Red Tara Practice 12:30 PM VajraNorth Everyone Alpine Bakery An introduction welcome. For more info contact to the fundamentals of yoga 667-6951 (Cheryl Buchan) 633including the principles of 3715 internal form, breath, and core, Sat Feb 22 Care of Active Pre-registration appreciated, Feet Workshop 1:00 PM drop-ins welcome. 393-4440 Whitehorse, Yukon Learn to wallymaltz@mac.com Wed Feb 19 Better Backs Hips promote lower limb and foot & Hams 7:30 P M Alpine Bakery health for active living. Call to Find out exactly what and where register. 689-7191 your core is, learn how to breath into and from it, engage it, work from it. To register call or email, drop ins welcome! 393-4440 wallymaltz@mac.com

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Taking Care Of You Sun Feb 23 Restorative Yoga 10:30 AM Alpine Bakery Slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching. Drop in any time wallymaltz@mac.com Sun Feb 23 Gentle Yoga 12:30 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga Get moving and breathing easy with special consideration for those who are stiff, inflexible, and new to yoga. Open to all levels. Call or email to register or drop in. 334-8599 rootedtreemassage@gmail.com Sun Feb 23 Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:00 PM 509 Hansen Street Contact oayukon@gmail.com for more information Mon Feb 24 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317

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Tue Feb 25 Counselling DropIn and Short Term Counselling Service 11:00 AM Mental Health Association Yukon Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am - 3pm. Call 668-6429 for more info.

Tue Feb 25 SOS Workshops 2:30 PM Second Opinions Society Mental health awareness workshops facilitated by Nina Bolton, call 667-2037 for more info.

Tue Feb 25 Weight Watchers (Unofficial Meeting) 5:30 PM Canada Games Centre Informal gathering of people following the Weight Watchers (WW) online program for discussion and support in real life. All are welcome.

Tue Feb 25 Heated Flow Yoga Tuesdays 7:30 PM Breath of Life Collective A combination of strength, sweat, and spirituality, in an energizing and meditative flow sequence. Open to all levels. Call 332-3569 or email breathoflifeyukon@gmail.com for more info.

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Wed Feb 26 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old.

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Community EVENTS ATLIN

Fridays and Saturdays Atlin Community Library 2:00 PM Sundays St. Martins Anglican Church Service 11:00 AM St. Martin’s Anglican Church Sundays Atlin Christian Centre 10:30 AM Atlin Christian Centre Fridays Thrift Shop 2:00 PM St. Martin’s Anglican Church Wed Feb 19 & 26 Ladies’ Lunch & Carpet Bowling 7:00 PM Atlin Rec Centre

BEAVER CREEK

Mondays and Fridays Tot Time 9:30 am Nelnah Bessie John School Tuesdays and Saturdays Volleyball 8:00 pm Beaver Creek Community Club

BURWASH LANDING

Wed Feb 19 Art Afternoons 1:00 PM Kluane First Nation Each event is free and all materials will be provided. Light snacks and refreshments will be available for participants. Call 841-4274 ext. 250 for more information.

CARCROSS

Tue Feb 25 Women’s Group 7:00 PM Carcross Community Campus 821-4251 Carcross

DAWSON CITY

Fridays/Saturdays/Mondays Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fridays/Mondays Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fridays/Saturdays Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Sundays St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381 Tuesdays Step n Strong 7:00 PM Robert Service School For more information email: getrealfit@me.com 867-993-2520 Until Mar 6 Every Heart Can Grow Bigger: Make Room by Libby Hague KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture In the escape and rescue stories in this exhibition, women rescue themselves and other women in an anxious procession around the gallery.

Wed Feb 19 Drop-In Zumba 5:15 PM Robert Service School Calorie burning dance fitness but lower intensity. Register at the Recreation Office or call 993-7400 ext 299 Wed Feb 19 Drop-in Curling 7:30 PM Dawson City Curling Club Thu Feb 20 Public Skate 3:30 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Thu Feb 20 Zumba Light 5:30 PM Minto Park Calorie burning dance fitness but lower intensity. Register at the Recreation Office or call 993-7400 ext 299 Fri Feb 21 Susu Robin & The Afternoon Delights 6:00 PM Westminster Hotel Sat Feb 22 Muay Thai Classes 12:00 PM Robert Service School Sat Feb 22 Open Studio/Saturday Painting 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture A communal afternoon time to work on personal projects. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Paints, brushes and easels are supplied, no instruction offered. All ages welcome, Sat Feb 22 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament 2:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre 9 players per team, bantam +, 3 five minute periods. Register at the arena.

Sat Feb 22 & 23Julie Nesrallah, An Operatic Cabaret Redux 7:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Mezzo-soprano Julie Nesrallah is a singer, actress, and broadcaster who dazzles audiences with her engaging personality and her rich, expressive voice.

Broadway tunes and a few surprises. Tickets online or at the door.

Sat Feb 22 The Riverbends in the Lounge 11:00 PM Westminster Hotel Sun Feb 23 Chess Club 1:00 PM Minto Concession Beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ board. Everyone is welcome to sit in on this game of strategy.

Mon Feb 24 Public Skate 3:30 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Mon Feb 24 Zumba Fitness 5:30 PM Minto Park Calorie burning dance fitness. Register at the Recreation Office or call 993-7400 ext 299 Tue Feb 25 Fitness Skate 7:00 AM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Wake up and skate for a great morning workout. 993-7400 Ext 299 Tue Feb 25 Senior Skate 2:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Ice time for persons 55+ skate and socialize Tue Feb 25 Muay Thai Classes 5:30 PM Minto Concession

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Tue Feb 25 Drop-in Volleyball 7:00 PM Robert Service School 660-4999 managermarshlake@ gmail.com Wed Feb 26 Drop-In Zumba 5:15 PM Robert Service School Calorie burning dance fitness but lower intensity. Register at the Recreation Office or call 993-7400 ext 299 Wed Feb 26 Drop-in Curling 7:30 PM Dawson City Curling Club

FARO

Tuesdays & Thursdays Parent & Tot Storytime 10:00 AM Faro Community Library For babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be provided Wed Jan 8 Faro Fire Department Meeting 7:00 PM Faro Fire Hall Faro Fire Department Wednesday Meeting.

Fridays Teen Drop in Gym 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School Sundays Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of Apostles Sundays Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442 994-2442 Thu Feb 20 Environment Club 3:45 PM Del Van Gorder School

HAINES

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Daily Haines Public Library Open Hours: Mon-Wed 11-8 | Fri 10-6 | Sat/Sun 1:30-4:30| Thurs/Fri Closed #907-766-2545 Mondays and Wednesdays Kids Jujutsu 5:00 pm Chilkat Center For The Arts Mondays Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Mondays Mother Goose Stories and Songs 11:00 AM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Mondays Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mondays Adults Jujutsu 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tuesdays Ashtanga Yoga with Melina 9:30 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tuesdays Women’s Fellowship 3:00 PM Haines Senior Center Wednesdays Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Wednesday Podcast Club 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wednesday Sword Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wednesday Open Mic Nite 10:00 PM Pioneer Bar Thursdays Ashtanga Yoga with Melina 9:30 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Thursdays Starvin’ Marvin Gardenin’ 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Fridays Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Fridays Tai Chi - Advanced 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fridays Story Time 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Fridays Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fridays American Legion Burger Night 6:00 PM American Legion Saturdays Tai Chi 11:00 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sundays Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Haines Presbyterian Church Sundays Bible Club - Sunday School 12:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Wed Feb 19 Library Advisory Board Meeting 5:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wed Feb 19 Learn How To...Cook with Travis Kukull 6:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Thu Feb 20 Technology Thursdays 11:00 AM Haines Borough Public Library Thu Feb 20 River Talk 7:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Seven speakers, seven stories, seven minutes, enjoy a cafe’ setting with local stories, musicians and refreshments. Want to sign up? Call 907-314-0282.

Fri Feb 21 Board of Directors Meeting 10:00 AM Haines Chamber Of Commerce Fri Feb 21 Story Time 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Fri Feb 21 Cross-country skiing/ Snowshoeing 1:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library Sat Feb 22 Kat to Koot! Winter Alpine Adventure Race 8:00 AM Southeast Alaska State Fair Grounds (Harriett Hall) Entry fee includes dinner and movie ticket. Register online. Awards for best dressed and first place men, women, and each gear type.

Sat Feb 22 Mountainfilm on Tour 6:00 PM Southeast Alaska State Fair Grounds (Harriett Hall) A selection of culturally rich, adventurepacked and inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado.

Mon Feb 24 Mother Goose Stories and Songs 11:00 AM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com

Tue Feb 25 Construction Challenges 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library

HAINES JUNCTION

Thursdays Seniors - Carpet Bowling 1:30 PM St Elias Convention Centre All Seniors and Elders welcome!

Mondays and Thursdays Drop In Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena Saturdays Beginner Public Skate 10:00 AM Bill Brewster Arena No sticks, no pucks, bring your little ones or just come practice your skills.

Fridays Story Hour 10:00 AM Haines Junction Community Library Saturdays Public Skate 12:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Mon 3-4:30 pm, Wed/Thurs 3:15-4:30 pm, Fri 3-6 pm, Sundays Public Skate 5:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Mon 3-4:30 pm, Wed/Thurs 3:15-4:30 pm, Fri 3-6 pm, Wednesdays Seniors - Drop-In and Activities 1:30 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Arts, craft, fitness, pool tournaments, shuffleboard, carpet bowling, and card and board games. Refreshments.

Wed Feb 19 Adult Volleyball 6:30 PM St. Elias Community School Wed Feb 19 Village of Haines Junction Council Meeting 7:00 PM St Elias Convention Centre Thu Feb 20 Chair Yoga For Seniors 3:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Thu Feb 20 Women’s Circle 5:30 PM Mun Ku Email elskloppers@gmail.com for more information.

Thu Feb 20 Open Mic 7:30 PM St Elias Convention Centre Thu Feb 20 Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community School Tue Feb 25 Southern Tutchone Classes 12:00 PM Da Ku Cultural Centre Tue Feb 25 Takhini Family Game Night 7:00 PM Takhini Hall Wed Feb 26 Adult Volleyball 6:30 PM St. Elias Community School

LORNE MOUNTAIN

Ongoing LMCC Ice Rink - Night Skating Lorne Mountain Community Centre Flood lights are available between 4 pm and 11: 30 daily.

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Mondays Yoga with Jess Sellers 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre For more info call 667-7083 or Email lmca@northwestel. net Fridays Lorne Mountain Ski Club 4:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Each session will include group activities, games and trail skiing, Call 667-7083 for more information.

Fri Feb 21 Youth Hockey Night 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre All youth are welcome to join in playing hockey!

Tue Feb 25 Seniors Winter Wellness Cafe 1:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre With Bianka Walcher, free event, just drop in!

MARSH LAKE

Tuesdays North of 60 Seniors Cafe. We heat the beverages, you heat the air. 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tuesdays Yoga with Richard 5:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Wednesdays Pump Fitness 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays Choir 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Saturdays Bridge club 12:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Saturdays Knitting Circle 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Wed Feb 26 Marsh Lake Community Society Meeting 7:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre All Welcome to attend.

MAYO

Mondays Video Yoga Classes 5:15 PM Mayo Curling Arena Yoga Videos are used for leading each class. Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Drop-ins are welcome. For more info call 996-2043 8979962043 Mondays Adult and Teen Weekly Singing Group 7:00 PM J.V. Clark School Join us in the room with the piano in the secondary end. For more info contact Barb at 996-2508 or by email bbarchen@gmail.com Mondays Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Sundays Parent & Toddler Playgroup 10:00 AM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Run, skip, jump, play and socialize with other children and parents.

Sundays St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746

OLD CROW

Tuesdays Gym Night 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Thursdays Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381

SKAGWAY

Daily, Mondays to Fridays, Mom, Dad & Me Toddler Time 9:00 am Skagway Alaska Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free drop-in. Call 907-983-2679 for more info.

Mondays Restorative - Yin Yoga ALL Levels 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Mondays Group Cycling w/Therese 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A fun low impact cardiovascular workout with great music that uses endurance, intervals, hills, drills and rythym to burn fat.

Mondays Group Cycling w/Cindy & Emily 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mondays Acro Jam 6:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga. This is an unstructured class to work on things you would like to improve on or trade Tuesdays Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tuesdays Hatha Flow w. Foam Roller & Pinky Balls 6:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Hatha Flow practice followed by foam roller and pinky balls.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Mat Pilates 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Intermediate core based class using classical mat exercises to create long, lean muscles.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Senior Chair Based Weight Training 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors.

Wednesdays Back & Hip Yoga 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wednesdays Group Cycling w/Therese 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A fun low impact cardiovascular workout with great music that uses endurance, intervals, hills, drills and rhythm to burn fat.

Wednesdays Group Cycling w/Cindy & Emily 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Wednesdays Back & Hip Yoga 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Thursdays Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Saturdays Group Cycling w/Emily 11:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Saturdays Bouncy House Fun Time! 1:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre A parent or guardian must accompany children 12 and under.

Sundays Undo and Renew Gentle Yoga 3:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed Feb 19 SpinTRX 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 30 min. cycling- 25 min. resistance training-must be able to lunge & squat Skagway Wed Feb 19 Open Hang Arial Practice 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga.

Wed Feb 19 SpinYOGA 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Thu Feb 20 Spinning with Dena 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Thu Feb 20 Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Fri Feb 21 Open Hang Arial Practice 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga.

Fri Feb 21 SpinYOGA 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat Feb 22 Mardi Gras Party 8:00 PM Happy Endings Participate in our King Cake Potluck!

Listen to the melodic Mardi Gras Tunes by The Bad Hombres! Take part in our Costume Contest with MC Meg Mullins! This is a 21+ event.

Sun Feb 23 Undo and Renew Gentle Yoga 3:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon Feb 24 SpinTRX 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 30 min. cycling- 25 min. resistance training-must be able to lunge & squat Mon Feb 24 SpinYOGA 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue Feb 25 Spinning with Dena 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue Feb 25 Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue Feb 25 Hatha Yoga with Foam Rollers & Balls 6:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Wed Feb 26 SpinTRX 6:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 30 min. cycling- 25 min. resistance training-must be able to lunge & squat

Wed Feb 26 Open Hang Arial Practice 7:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga.

Wed Feb 26 SpinYOGA 4:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre

TAGISH

Saturdays/Wednesdays Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Thursdays Carpet Bowling 11:15 AM Tagish Community Centre Everyone is invited to come and learn the technical game of Carpet Bowling.

Wednesdays Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre A lunch program which will include such things as soup/stew/chili and homemade rolls/bread plus some tasty treats! every Wednesday.

Wed Feb 19 Foot Wellness Clinic 1:30 PM Tagish Community Centre Wed Feb 19 Youth After School Program 4:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fun, games, snacks, for ages 9+, call 399-3407 for more info. recreation@tagishyukon.org Wed Feb 19 Tagish Community Association meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Agenda posted at tagish.ca Wed Feb 26 Youth After School Program 4:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fun, games, snacks, for ages 9+, call 399-3407 for more info. recreation@tagishyukon.org

TESLIN

Tuesdays Yoga in the Mezzanine 5:30 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Tuesday, mats provided just bring your zen. 335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Tuesdays Teslin Dance Group Practice 7:00 PM Teslin Healing Centre Every Tuesday evening, for more info contact Melaina at 867.390.2532 ext. 333 or Melaina.sheldon@ ttc-teslin.com TuesdaysVolleyball 7:00 PM Teslin School Everyone welcome!

Wednesdays Seniors Social 10:00 AM Teslin Rec Center Every Wednesday come play cards, drink coffee, chat, and have a good time. Call Kelsey at 335-4250 or email teslinrec@teslin.ca Wednesdays Badminton Nights 7:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Thursday, bring your racket or just bring yourself for some swift fun!

335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Fridays Girls Club 5:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsy 335-4250 for more information.

Fridays Youth Club 8:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information.

Saturdays Volleyball 7:00 PM Teslin School Everyone welcome!

WATSON LAKE

Daily, Mondays to Fridays Youth Activity Club 3:15 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre For grades 5-11, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call the Rec Centre 536-8023 for more information.

Mondays/Thursdays Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together! Watson Lake Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Thu Jan 2,9 & Tues Jan 7,14 Body Fit 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 536-8023 Wed Feb 19 Drop in Beading 12:00 PM Watson Lake Family Centre Starting a new project.. Baby Moccasins!! Open to all skill levels, supplies included. Watson Lake Thu Feb 20 Parents and Tots 10:00 AM Watson Lake Family Centre Join us in song, socializing, play and lots of giggles and fun.

Mon Feb 24 Baby Chit Chat 1:30 PM Watson Lake Family Centre For newborn-one year. A relaxed setting to meet new friends, talk about the ups and downs of parenting, try some new activities with your little one.

Wed Feb 26 Drop in Beading 12:00 PM Watson Lake Family Centre Starting a new project.. Baby Moccasins!! Open to all skill levels, supplies included.

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