Take in a children’s concert, tour the Meewasin Valley, explore Ukrainian and Doukhobor history, and see a new spin on a classic play.
There are plenty of reasons to get out and experience nature and the arts this weekend, with indoor and outdoor options for any age.
1 — Entertain the kids while joining in
2 — Explore the area on a walking tour
Meewasin Valley Authority hosts guided wildflower walks at Beaver Creek on Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 10 a.m. and a downtown walk on Saturday at 10 a.m.
On the wildflower walk, learn about local plants and wildflowers, as well as the pollinators they attract. Afterward, enjoy a cold drink by Primal Restaurant and plant a wildflower on site.
3 — Learn about Ukrainian culture
The Ukrainian Museum of Canada hosts two craft workshops on Saturday. Crafting Kupala Medicine: Ukrainian Herbal Series runs 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Herbalist Dionne Jennings teaches the traditional Ukrainian cycle of harvesting plants for medicinal use, and fundamentals in medicine making. Participants will make a few ingredients to take home.
4 — Attend a summer site opening
Lieutenant-Governor Russ Mirasty and other dignitaries will be there for the opening event, which runs Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It includes live entertainment and an 11 a.m. re-enactment of a cold winter night in 1899.
5 — Experience classic theatre on an outdoor stage
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