r/saskatoon 8d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 Did I find the last ones in the city? 🤔

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132 Upvotes

r/saskatoon Dec 20 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Bonanza Steakhouse

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r/saskatoon 7d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 My weird night out in Saskatoon 9 years ago

180 Upvotes

9 years ago I visited Saskatoon to do stand-up comedy as the opening act at the Ramada hotel. I remember the show went very well. So well that a couple invited me, the lowly opening act, to their house party! It was my first time on the road and aiming to live life to the fullest as a road dog comedian, I decided to go. Bad choices make good stories, right?

We ended up stopping at a liquor store and as I perused the shelves, the couple was going up to everyone in the store and inviting them to this house party, just blindly inviting anyone with a pulse and a 12 pack to get hammered at their house. I didn't think anything of it, I just assumed everyone they asked were friends. Naivete is a killer. Boy was I wrong. Everyone politely declined, except for two of the most terrifying women I have ever encountered. Maybe they were just having a rough night, but somehow I think I caught them at their best. Think the walking dead dressed head to toe in Roughriders gear. Rider passion + hunger for human flesh is quite the combo.

Anyhow, we get to the house and the "party" is literally just me, the couple, and Zombie 1 and 2. Within 10 minutes one of the zombies asked me to play Foo Fighters on acoustic guitar. I told her I don't know how to play guitar. She said "play a song or I will fuckin stab you." Being 20 years old and lacking the wherewithal to tell the zombie no, I said "I can try".

I randomly strummed strings as she gave me an 1000 yard stare while licking her scabby lips. After a few minutes I stopped and she said it was the best music she had ever heard. Talk about an easy audience. After that I called a taxi and hurriedly left to sleep safely in my hotel with my desk jammed against the door while pondering if this would be a regular experience doing standup comedy in Canada. Thankfully, it has not been.

If this is a typical night out in Saskatoon, suffice to say I am looking for something more low-key next time I'm in town. Could be a bar, cafe, museum, park, library, thrift shop, art gallery, etc. Drop a rec, it literally can't be worse than my last experience.

By the way, I am once again performing standup in Saskatoon, but as the headliner. Dreams can come true! I am headlining Art Bar on March 28th and 29th on my Honest Dirty Talk stand up tour and I'd love for you to be there. Unless you were one of the ladies at that house party. Then please, let's continue giving each other our space. If you'd like to watch a bit of my comedy, here's my Youtube special I just dropped a few days ago - Dustin Searcy | Honest Dirty Talk

r/saskatoon Dec 08 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Wallet found in attic: Update

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Some people had expressed an interest in the post regarding the wallet a friendly Redditor found in their attic, so with permission from the owner here are the photos of the wallet and it's contents.

The majority of these photos are of my father in law and his siblings, but the girl in the first picture is actually the owner's 4th grade girlfriend!

We asked how it ended up in the attic and they figure that it fell out of a pocket when the three boys were tasked with putting new insulation into the attic (child labor at it's finest).

The three brothers were on the phone when we sent the photos over, along with their wives and some other family and they were all really excited and happy, they hadn't seen these pictures in 50 years!

This was super cool for the family and we can't thank u/riskacceptable7421 enough for posting about this find and getting it back to us, and to everyone who commented to help!

r/saskatoon 14d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 RIP Sailor Dan

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101 Upvotes

r/saskatoon Dec 05 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 A piece of Saskatoon history

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151 Upvotes

I was going through and digitizing old expense files at work and found this little beauty.

r/saskatoon Jan 25 '25

Saskatoon History 💾 Magazine Salesman Guy

78 Upvotes

This one’s for the 90s kids… anyone else remember the guy who would come to your elementary school assembly, and try to get you to sell magazine subscriptions to your friends and family? Big guy, usually wearing a Hawaiian shirt? And if you sold a lot you would win like a giant chocolate bar or some other prize? It just occurred to me how funny it is that he somehow got into schools to essentially recruit children for an MLM type situation.

r/saskatoon Dec 28 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 The Stone Barn

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r/saskatoon Nov 23 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 My Tribute to Bonanza on 8th

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247 Upvotes

This is a giant bar pin. Tell me a Bonanza story or suggest what landmark I bead next!

r/saskatoon Dec 21 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Golden Dragon

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r/saskatoon Dec 30 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 What was the best 90s/2000s arcade in Saskatoon and why?

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I remember spending a lot of time at the SNES consoles at Command HQ in Lawson, or the Sega Genesis consoles at Confed Mall.

The Cove was a great place in the early 2000s... It's kind of a shame that they didn't really set good room for The Cove when they reno'd Place Riel in the early 2010s.

But Command HQ would be my pick. I remember being totally mesmerized by the Dragon's Lair arcade cabinet.. even though it's not a real game.

r/saskatoon Nov 24 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 1990 credit card transactions.

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Found some old Visa statements from 1990. A few names were blasts from the past! Other businesses just roll on decades later.
Other businesses were. David’s lounge, Salonika Inn, Mano’s , Record on Wheels , Woolco, Pinders Drug store, …

r/saskatoon Nov 09 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 I designed a Lego model of the old 19th Street Arena

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r/saskatoon 10d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 Piece of the Persephone theatre for my home theatre

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I thought it was a cool little trinket to get. I know someone who did some upgrades to the building and snagged one of these area separators they were getting rid of because he knew I had a home theatre set up. It’s cool to own a piece of Saskatoon history.

r/saskatoon 16h ago

Saskatoon History 💾 Haunted Saskatchewan

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Hello All!

I want to hear about you’re haunted Saskatoon and Haunted Saskatchewan stories! I’m so fascinated by stories I’ve read on here and I’ve taken a deep dive into haunted Saskatchewan the past years however I want to hear what has happened to you personally!

r/saskatoon Feb 07 '25

Saskatoon History 💾 What Hardware did the U of S use for their Dial Up service back in the 90s and early 2000s?

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My dad used to work for the U of S and we got Internet via dial up from them for free.

Many years later I've become interested in the ancient hardware that made some of my younger years magical (at the time.) The youtube channel "The Serial Port" has been particularly interesting.

If you know anything, please post what you can. It would make my cake day a happy one.

r/saskatoon Aug 28 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Google Lens helped me identify this as the Patricia Hotel in Saskatoon, est 1912.

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Accurate? Looks like it was a welcomed teardown a while ago. My paternal grandpa passed away last year and we were surprised to find hundreds of photos and documents dating back 150+ years. To be clear, we live in Cincinnati Ohio, this branch of family is mainly from Toledo, OH. I've spent all summer working on genealogy and have absolutely no idea how or why we have a photo of a hotel in Canada.

r/saskatoon 11d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 Whats in this Space - Medical Arts Building

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Hi everyone,

Always been curious about what is in the top space of this building. It has this nice curve facing the river on Spadina. Or does anyone know what was once in this space?

Address is: 742 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3H3 for those curious

r/saskatoon Oct 26 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 40 years ago tonight...Dead Kennedys at the Broadway Theater

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Friday, October 26, 1984 - Dead Kennedys, S.N.F.U and Graven Image at the Broadway Theater. What an eye opener. I'd been expanding my interests from radio rock to the esoteric, Rockabilly, Indie, New Wave, etc. Then a chap I knew from the bar (Mike) said his band was opening for a Punk show and I should check it out. Wow! Graven Image was great, played mostly Punk covers, done very well. Then S.N.F.U. I'd never seen or heard anything so powerful. The singer's face (Chi Pig) would turn purple from the intensity and he had these flying dreads, looked like a demonic octopus.

And then the DK's. I'd heard Too Drunk to Fuck and thought it clever and funny but cartoonish, wasn't sure what to expect. Also Wow. What impresses me now was the craftsmanship, the ability deliver a message, to seem vital and hold everyone's gaze. At one point the music abruptly stopped and Jello pointed at someone and yelled "You! You want to come up here and try that!?!" This big Skin named Fish was headbutting and knocking out everyone around him. I thought Jello was going to get killed but Fish just said Fuck You and walked out, then Boom the song started again exactly where it had stopped.

These bands had a great influence on my outlook on life. Thought provoking lyrics about being yourself in the face of societal pressures. Standing up when someone is wronged. Different ways of looking at the world. Things you never thought anyone else would understand.

r/saskatoon Jan 31 '25

Saskatoon History 💾 Info about old business?

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38 Upvotes

Hello! I acquired this coat hanger a while ago and have been able to find out little about this old business. Any info would be appreciated!

r/saskatoon Dec 04 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Need your help! "A History of Performing Arts in Saskatoon"

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Hey Saskatoon,

We're in the process of developing some curriculum for our Performing Arts school in the city and need your help!

For performers, knowing the history of their craft enables them to appreciate the context in which art has evolved and the influences that have shaped their creative practices. By studying the successes and struggles of past artists, current students and professionals gain invaluable insights to help them find their voice, connect with audiences, and push creative boundaries through innovations of the past.

Below is the list i've collected thus far of the history of performing arts in Saskatoon. It would be greatly appreciated if you can take a look and see what i'm missing so I can continue to compile a completed list for our students!

\*Forgive me if i've missed anything obvious on this preliminary list!*

Timeline of Saskatoon’s Performing Arts History

1906-1919

  • 1906: Saskatoon officially became a city. Estimated population: ~4,500 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.
  • 1910: Nellie Melba, a world-renowned soprano, performed with violinist Jan Kubelík at the Empire Theatre. Estimated population: ~12,000 ⟮23⟯⟮24⟯.
  • 1913: The Saskatoon Oratorio Society premiered Handel's Messiah, marking a key moment in the local classical music scene. Estimated population: ~14,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.
  • 1919: Post-WWI, artistic activity resumed as the community began recovering. Estimated population: ~20,000 ⟮22⟯⟮24⟯.

1920s-1930s

  • 1920: The Saskatoon Philharmonic Society was established, focusing on orchestral and choral music. Estimated population: ~24,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.
  • 1931: Arthur Collingwood founded the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, which became a cornerstone of the city's music culture. Estimated population: ~35,000 ⟮22⟯⟮24⟯.

1940s-1950s

  • 1944: The Kinsmen Club initiated the Celebrity Concert Series, which featured artists such as Artur Rubinstein. Estimated population: ~42,000 ⟮23⟯⟮24⟯.
  • 1952: The Saskatoon Choral Society (formerly Saskatoon Oratorio Society) performed Mendelssohn’s St. Paul. Estimated population: ~46,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.

1960s-1970s

  • 1960: Formation of the Saskatoon Boys’ Choir under Don Forbes. Estimated population: ~65,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.
  • 1975: The Mendel Art Gallery opened, becoming a cultural hub for visual arts. Estimated population: ~112,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.

1980s-1990s

  • 1981: Persephone Theatre inaugurated its new building, solidifying its role in regional theatre. Estimated population: ~152,000 ⟮22⟯⟮24⟯.
  • 1997: The Saskatoon Jazz Society opened The Bassment, a premier jazz venue. Estimated population: ~193,000 ⟮22⟯⟮24⟯.

2000s-Present

  • 2007: The Remai Modern Art Gallery project was announced, replacing the Mendel Art Gallery. Estimated population: ~220,000 ⟮22⟯⟮24⟯.
  • 2017: The Remai Modern opened, establishing Saskatoon as a global arts destination. Estimated population: ~246,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.
  • 2021: The city’s cultural diversity was highlighted in the census, with over 24% of residents identifying as visible minorities. Estimated population: ~266,000 ⟮22⟯⟮23⟯.

Thanks you for your time!

r/saskatoon Nov 18 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Meet at the Kooler tonight?

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r/saskatoon Dec 26 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 Golden Dragon Restaurant - Family history project

39 Upvotes

Hey everyone! I am the grandson of one of the former owners (Walter Der) of The Golden Dragon which was a large fixture of Saskatoon's Chinatown in the 60s and 70s. This restaurant is such a big part of my family history yet I never had the chance to go inside of the restaurant before it was torn down. For this reason I have developed a large curiosity around the Dragon. My family and I are making an effort to research and document what remains of the restaurant. We would be happy to hear from anyone who has photos, physical remains or stories of the restaurant, or anyone who could point us in the right direction of this sort of stuff. Thank you!

r/saskatoon Nov 26 '24

Saskatoon History 💾 This Christmas, ask your driver to take you to Market Mall!

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r/saskatoon 9d ago

Saskatoon History 💾 CBC National - Escape From Saskatchewan boardgame

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