2018 Holiday Hours

We’re out of the office this week from December 24 to January 1.

In that time, if you need to leave a message, call (306) 780-9494 or email info@culturalexchange.ca. Both will be checked intermittently over the holidays.

We’ll back at it full time on Wednesday, January 2!

Instrument Drive

Wanted: Have an instrument that you’d be willing to donate to a good cause? Then we’re looking for you! We’re working on an ambitious project to bring music to a community 300 kilometres north of Prince Albert, SK. Will you help?

WHAT’S THE PROJECT? We’re sending musician Eliza Mary Doyle to Stanley Mission, SK to be an artist in residence for the month of January. She’ll be working with youth, teachers, and community members, tailoring her programming to meet the needs of the community.

Doyle is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and banjo player, having played and toured for years as a solo artist as well as part of the Dead South. We think she will have a tremendous impact in the community.

When she’s done, Doyle won’t only be leaving behind a wealth of first-hand experience for the people of the community but also a full complement of instruments for them to continue to make music with.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? We’re looking to send up a variety of musical instruments for Doyle to teach with, and we’re asking you to help us out.

If you’ve got a stringed instrument that can be strummed or picked, harmonicas, or percussive instruments that you’d like to see go to a good cause, this is the one.

You can find a full list of the supplies we’re looking for here.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? We are reaching out to ask for whatever support you’d be able to give.

  • Instruments can be dropped off by December 29 at Long and McQuade (617 8th Street E, Saskatoon) and Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange (2431 8th Avenue, Regina).
  • To make a cash donation or for instrument pick-up outside of Regina or Saskatoon, email us.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? Read the CBC’s recent article on the project!

Workshop Tour Thanks!

We got a very nice surprise in the mail the other day from the students of Punnichy Elementary. We were in the school in mid-October for the Workshop Tour, and it was a real pleasure to meet the next generation of budding artists.

You brightened our day, students! Thanks for the thank-you cards.

The Workshop Tour goes through Saskatchewan every fall, bringing a troupe of five artists to schools in small and rural communities. They do a full day of workshops with students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Interested in knowing more? Email us.

Instruments Needed for Stanley Mission Project

Have a guitar you’d be willing to donate to a good cause? Then we’re looking for you!

In early 2019, the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange will be sending guitarist, banjo player, and singer-songwriter Eliza Mary Doyle to Stanley Mission, SK for a residency. While there, she’ll be teaching youth and teachers how to play.

What do we need from you? We’re looking to send up a variety of musical instruments for Doyle to teach with, and we’re asking you to help us out.

If you’ve got a stringed instrument that can be strummed or picked, harmonicas, or percussive instruments that you’d like to see go to a good cause, this is the one. Get in touch with us at outreach@culturalexchange.ca or give us a call at (306) 780-9494.

You can find a full list of the supplies we’re looking for here.

2018 Sask Cultural Exchange AGM

The Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange is pleased to invite its membership and all interested to its Annual General Meeting on November 24, 2018. Our staff and Board of Directors will be handling the business of an AGM and updating the membership on what the organization has accomplished in our 2017-2018 year.

All are welcome to attend the meeting, while voting is reserved for members of the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange. Membership is open to anyone who resides in Saskatchewan and signs up. Sign up for our newsletter to become a member.

One item that will be taken care of at the AGM is electing new members of the Board of Directors. Are you interested in serving the organization while also learning more about organization governance? Fill out our Board of Directors application form and a current director will reach out to you shortly.

The meeting will take place in the Club at 2431 8th Avenue. Proceedings start at 11 a.m. The agenda follows.

Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange Society
Annual General Meeting
Saturday, November 24, 2018
11 a.m.
The Club
2431 8th Avenue, Regina, SK

1. Call to order.
2. Approval of the agenda as distributed.
3. Approval of December 2, 2017 AGM minutes as distributed.
4. Bylaw amendments.
5. SCES reports.
5.1 Board Chair’s report.
5.2. Executive Director’s report.
5.3. Venue report.
5.4. Outreach report.
5.5. Financial report.
5.6. Appointment of auditors.
5.7 Nomination Committee’s report and election.
6. Old business.
7. New business.
8. Adjournment.

Keep Cool at Gateway Fest

Out at Gateway Festival 2018 in Bengough, SK and looking for something to do without missing out on the music? On Saturday, July 28, you won’t miss a thing when you come down to the Pool Stage, supported by the Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange.

Lounge poolside or get your feet wet while listening to these great artists:
1 p.m. –– Kara Golemba, Brodie Moniker, and Zachary Lucky
2 p.m. –– KJ Jansen of Chixdiggit, Carl Johnson of Library Voices, Seth Anderson, and Ryan Hicks
3 p.m. –– the Alley Dawgs

For more on this year’s Gateway Festival, check out their website.

Paint Night in Cabri

Paint Night
With Helen Phillippi
Wednesday, May 23
6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cabri Seniors Cooperative

Join Helen for a fun-filled evening of painting. Great for all skill levels and a great opportunity to learn something new or to dust off the brushes in your closet.

$10. Ages 14+. Supplies provided. Sign up by phoning (306) 780-9494 or emailing outreach@culturalexchange.ca. Limited spots available.

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Spoken Word Poetry Workshops in Saskatoon

Spoken Word Poetry Workshops
With Zoey Roy
May 2018

Youth ages 13 to 21 are invited to a dynamic writing and performance workshop with artist in residence Zoey Roy. Zoey will teach youth how to share personal stories and experiences through spoken word poetry and performing. Stop by to check it out, bring an idea, and learn how you can transform your ideas.

Workshops are taking place in dates through May at Paved Arts in Saskatoon. Drop-in sessions are from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Registered classes run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Paved Arts is at 424 20th St. W and the workshops are being held in the event space on the second floor.

Workshop dates:
May 3 and 4
May 7 to 11
May 14 to 16

Free. Guarantee a spot in the registered class by calling (306) 780-9494 or emailing outreach@culturalexchange.ca.

“As a young teenager, Zoey Roy left home and lived on the streets. She was angry and defiant. She was full of emotions she didn’t know how to express. But this was also the period of time that led her to hip hop, which she discovered could work as a release and which became instrumental to her career as a poet and activist.” Adrian Halter, CBC News

Special thanks to presenting sponsor Paved Arts. The Saskatchewan Cultural Exchange Artist in Residence Series is possible with the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Saskatchewan Arts Board, and SaskCulture.

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Introduction to Painting in Riverhurst

Introduction to Painting
With Edie Marshall
Saturday, May 5
2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Join us at the Riverhurst Village Square for a fun-filled afternoon with an introduction to painting. Local artist Edie Marshall will lead you through everything you need to know to get started.

Free. Ages 14+. Supplies provided. Register in advance by calling Judy Miller at (306) 353-0014.

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