To Ride or Not to Ride You wouldn ’ t think “ cowboys ” and “ poetry ” go together , but when they do , the result is pretty darn fun . The Maple Creek Cowboy Poetry Gathering and Western Art & Gear Show brings together lyrical lassoers for live readings and performances . Visitors can also stock up on hats , boots , saddles and westerninspired artwork . Sept . 16-18 , maplecreekcow boypoetry . com
Country crooner Blake Berglund plays BreakOut West Regina
MUSIC
Best of the West Western Canada continues to churn out some of Canada ’ s top musical talents , in genres ranging from rock and country to jazz and classical . BreakOut West Regina celebrates the spirit of this melodic heritage . The fourday event combines an industry conference with a multi-genre music festival . As part of the gathering , Regina will also host the Western Canadian Music Awards Gala , featuring the musical stylings of Saskatchewan and Canadian artists . Oct . 13-16 , breakoutwest . ca
Chocolate strawberry cake at the Star Café & Grill
EATING & DRINKING
Think Global , Eat Local At the base of Cypress Hills , in the quaint town of Maple Creek , you ’ ll find one of Saskatchewan ’ s most innovative restaurants . The Star Café & Grill boasts an eclectic menu that reflects the diverse ethnic backgrounds of its staff . Expect Western classics like prime rib and sirloin steak ,
Margaret Trudeau at Saskatoon ’ s Word on the Street
but you can also sample spicy curries or Caribbean fish . The restaurant , which was recently named one of Food Network Canada ’ s “ Top 10 Canadian Highway Hotspots ,” also offers a warm , cozy atmosphere that ’ s perfect for a fall night . thestarcafe . ca
FESTIvALS
The Write Stuff The Word On The Street Book & Magazine Festival celebrates the written word and champions literacy in Saskatoon . This year ’ s free event will showcase more than 50 authors , who will appeal to everyone from 2 to 92 years of age . Look for appearances from David Suzuki , Dr . Norman Doidge and even Bif Naked . Sept . 18 , thewordonthe street . ca / saskatoon
For more events and cool stuff near you , visit TourismSaskatchewan . com
Berglund : Kaitie Zeilstra ; caKe : Joel FitZpatricK
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CAA sasKatcHeWan information courtesy of tourism saskatchewan : 1-877-237-2273 , tourismsaskatchewan . com