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Rosthern, SaskatchewanLocation Rosthern is a town at the juncture of Hwy #11 and Hwy #312 in Saskatchewan, Canada. History Rosthern was 100 years old in 2003. Its history is strongly tied to farming practices. Famous experimental farmer and author Seager Wheeler lived just outside of Rosthern. The town's namesake is unknown. Tourist attractions Rosthern attractions include the Seager Wheeler Farm. There is also a Mennonite Historical Museum. Local restaurants The Station Arts Center and Tea Room serves daily home-made bread and soups. The Rosthern Hotel, Rosthern Diner and King's Fried Chicken serve typical North American fare. Mackie's Asain Grill has a daily Chinese buffet, as well has a full lunch and supper menu. Schools Rosthern has three schools. Rosthern High School, and Rosthern Elementary School are both part of the Sask Valley School district. Rosthern also has a private high school, Rosthern Junior College. Recreation In addition to the nearby Regional Park there are two ball-diamonds, two indoor hockey rinks, a curling rink, bowling alley, and three school gyms. A new outdoor swimming pool is currently under construction. Rosthern is also home to the Youth Farm Bible Camp. Local religion Rosthern is home to over ten churches including Mennonite, Ukrainian Orthodox, Swedenborgian, Pentecostal, Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran, Seventh-day Adventist, and Baptist. Commerce Local news is reported in the locally published Valley News. Local businesses include: Culture Rosthern is home to the Station Arts Center and Tea Room. The Station Arts Center hosts frequent musical and dramatic performances. There is also public library. Health Rosthern is one of the few rural Saskatchewan towns to still have a hospital. Rosthern also has a medical clinic, several retirement homes and a nursing home. Community profile According to the 2001 Statistics Canada census: | Population: | 1,504 | | Land area: | 4.01 km² | | Population density: | 375.4 people/km² | | Median age: | 41.5 (males: 39.2, females: 43.9) | | Total private dwellings: | 702 | | Median household income: | $ 29,671 | External Links
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