Have you considered biological control for your thistle problem? Stem-mining weevils and stem-gall flies are great alternatives for controlling Canada thistle in sensitive or difficult to access areas! Ordering is now open for both agents on a first come, first serve basis! Please call 780.727.4424 by May 30. Cost (each tray contains 100 insects): Stem-Gall Flies: $140 per tray. Stem-Mining Weevils: $200 per tray. For more info please visit http://www.westcentralforage.com.

Want to learn how to Cross Country Ski? Need a refresher? Come out to the Hinton Nordic Center (meet at main lodge) on March 4th, from 1 to 3 PM. For ages 16+, $10 fee per participant (includes day use fees). Register in person at Yellowhead County offices or call 780.723.4800.

Farm Energy Funding is available! For more info about the On-Farm Solar Photovoltaics and Farm Energy and Agri-Processing Programs, please visit http://bit.ly/YCfarmenergy

Yoga classes are ON every Wednesday starting March 7 (to April 11), from 7 to 8 PM. Come out to the Peers Community Center (5210 49 Ave), limber up, and get centered! All abilities are welcome--please bring a mat and water bottle. Cost is $55. Please register at the Yellowhead County offices or call 780-723-4800.

The deadline to register for our beer, wine, and spirits crafting workshop is today! Register soon--don't miss out on this opportunity to learn what it truly takes to start up a winery, distillery, or brewery! For more info, please visit www.bit.ly/2CfkXhA.

Kids in the Hall After School Program now accepting registration! The after school program provides a fun and safe space to engage children in individual and group activities. For more info, including how to register, please visit http://bit.ly/YCkith.

This presentation helps you understand what older adult abuse is and equips you with tips on how to initiate a conversation with someone you are concerned about. Two presentation times and locations are available. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/YColderadult.

Yellowhead County’s Family and Community Support Services presents FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT in Niton! Our feature for the night will be HOP. Registration is required. Please visit: http://bit.ly/YCmovie for more info.

Mason Jar Craft Night! Come out for laughs and make a unique tissue dispenser! For more details, please visit http://bit.ly/YCmasonjar

THINKING ABOUT STARTING A BREWERY, WINERY, OR DISTILLERY? Attend this Yellowhead County workshop on Feb 26! Registration deadline is TODAY, www.bit.ly/2CfkXhA for more info!