What's Up, Riversdale? October 8–14
Hello, Thanksgiving weekend! 🍂
This week in Riversdale, you can make something with your own two hands, explore Indigenous media art, play badminton with Riversdale neighbours, catch a little Halloween sci-fi and laugh until your face hurts.
And if you're up for a field trip, there are farm animals waiting.
So, what's up in Riversdale this week?
🪵 THURSDAY: Wood Lathe 101
October 8 | 6–9 PM
Saskatoon Makerspace | 209 Ave. D S | Registration required
Ever wanted to make something out of wood but weren't sure where to start?
Saskatoon Makerspace is offering an introduction to woodturning. Learn the tools, techniques and safety basics, then make your own wooden honey dipper to take home.
A little sawdust. A new skill. Something you made yourself.
🏸 THURSDAY: Badminton!
October 8 | 8–9:30 PM
King George School | 721 Ave. K S | FREE
Looking for something active that doesn't involve a gym membership?
Riversdale Community Association hosts free neighbourhood badminton on Thursdays. Bring a racquet if you have one. There are a few available to borrow.
All skill levels welcome!
And badminton is just one of the many free programs happening in Riversdale this fall. Check out the Riversdale Community Association's social media for more.
🎥 ALL WEEK: When Is Future? When Is Now?
During gallery hours
PAVED Arts | 424 20th St. W | FREE
Step inside an immersive exhibition of Indigenous media art curated by the Wolf Babe Collective.
Featuring work by Theo Cuthand, Melissa General, Tanya Lukin Linklater and Chris Morin, the exhibition draws inspiration from neighbourhood video stores and aunties' living rooms.
Come in. Look around. Stay awhile.
🎨 THURSDAY: d harding — Transfer paintings
October 8 | Opening 7–9 PM
Remai Modern | 102 Spadina Cres. E | Admission by donation
Remai Modern opens Transfer paintings, the first North American solo exhibition by Australian Indigenous artist d harding.
The evening includes remarks from the artist and curators at 7:15 PM.
A little art, a little river walk. Not a bad Thursday.
✍️ SATURDAY: Creative Writing 101
October 10 | 1–4 PM
PAVED Arts | 424 20th St. W | FREE | Registration required
Got something to say? Black Queer Alliance wants to help you write it.
This workshop explores African oral storytelling traditions and different approaches to writing, from short stories and zines to essays and artist statements.
Bring your ideas. Try something new.
🍿 SATURDAY: Super 8
October 10 | 1 PM
Remai Modern | 102 Spadina Cres. E | Adults $10 | Under 18 and members FREE
Not to be confused with last week's One Take Super 8!
This one's the 2011 sci-fi adventure Super 8, where a group of kids making a homemade zombie movie witness a mysterious train crash. And then things get weird.
A little spooky, a little nostalgic and a great way to ease into Halloween month. Recommended for ages 10+.
😂 SATURDAY: Mark Forward Comedy
October 10 | 7 PM & 9 PMArt Bar | 229 20th St. W | $30 advance / $40 door | 19+
⭐ ATOMIC PRAIRIE PICK
You might recognize Canadian comedian Mark Forward from Letterkenny. His stand-up is a whole other adventure.
Two shows, one night, in an intimate black-box theatre where you're practically part of the performance.
Big comedian. Little room. Excellent combination.
🎤 WEDNESDAY: Comedy Lab
October 14 | Workshop 6 PM | Open Mic 7 PMArt Bar | 229 20th St. W | 19+
Got jokes?
Comedy Lab offers a free joke-writing workshop with experienced local comedians, followed by an open mic where you can test your material on a real audience.
Not ready for the stage? Come watch!
🐐 WORTH THE WANDER: Wander's Tiny Farm
Thanksgiving Monday, October 12 | 10 AM–5 PM
East of Saskatoon | Regular admission
Normally closed Mondays, Wander's Tiny Farm is making an exception for Thanksgiving!
Visit the farm animals, explore the grounds and enjoy a little fresh air before winter arrives.
Farm animals. Fall weather. A little countryside adventure.
Go on. Take the field trip.
That's our little taste of what's happening in Riversdale this week.
One of our favourite things about this neighbourhood is that you don't necessarily need an itinerary. Head out the door, walk toward 20th Street or the river, and see what you find.
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