Let’s Do Something – March 29, 2018

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Today

• 8 a.m. — The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair will take place at the Keystone Centre featuring the best in agricultural entertainment, show jumping, heavy horse hitch, family entertainment, live music, food and so much more. Today is Brandon University Kids Day with Fred Penner who performs at 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Open ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. followed by the evening show in the Westoba Place Main Arena. On stage in the Barn Bar this evening is Ryan Koewn. For more information and tickets, visit provincialexhibition.com.

• 9 a.m. — The Rotary Club of Brandon presents the gigantic Spring Book Sale in the Grand Salon of the Victoria Inn until 8 p.m.

• 9:30 a.m. — Brandon Farmers’ Market is open 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. inside The Town Centre featuring their Easter sale as well as local products including baking, canning, jewelry, crafts and more.

Friday, March 30 – Good Friday

• 8 a.m. — The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair continues at the Keystone Centre. Open ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. followed by the evening show in the Westoba Place Main Arena. On stage in the Barn Bar this evening is The Clubbing Fraggles. For more information and tickets, visit provincialexhibition.com.

• 9 a.m. — The Rotary Club of Brandon presents the gigantic Spring Book Sale in the Grand Salon of the Victoria Inn until 6 p.m.

• 11 a.m. — The Brandon Ministerial Association is hosting the annual Community Good Friday service at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. A free-will offering will be collected with the proceeds going to summer job programs at Westman Youth For Christ and Samaritan House Ministries.

• 1:30 p.m. — The Father’s Pantry Inc., Board of Directors and volunteers are hosting its 9th annual free Easter “Meal in the Park” for the poor, hungry, less fortunate and homeless at the Central United Church from 1:30-4 p.m. Tickets are being distributed to the needy by the Loaves and Fished Feeding Program in the Youth for Christ Building on Sunday afternoons. Everyone is welcome and no one will be refused. For more information, contact Wendy at wendy01@mymts.net; Lisa at ladiejane@gmail.com or Rose at bluer13@hotmail.com.

• 7:30 p.m. — Playing at the Evans Theatre is “The Leisure Seeker,” starring Helen Mirren, Donald Sutherland and Christian McKay. For more information, visit evanstheatre.ca.

Saturday, March 31

• 8 a.m. — The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair continues at the Keystone Centre. Open ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. followed by the evening show in the Westoba Place Main Arena. For more information and tickets, visit provincialexhibition.com.

• 9 a.m. — The Rotary Club of Brandon presents the gigantic Spring Book Sale in the Grand Salon of the Victoria Inn until 2 p.m.

• 9 a.m. — The Slush Cup is back for another season at Asessippi! Open to everyone. Get your costumes ready and join the fun. Prizes for best costume, most style and biggest splash! Registration is free at the ticket counter from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fun starts at 2 p.m.

• 10 a.m. — Come down to the Shoppers Mall for a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny. Photos and fun with your favourite furry friend until noon and 1-3 p.m. in the Kia Court.

• 10 a.m. — Minnedosa Spring Craft and Vendor Sale will be held at the Minnedosa 50+ Centre from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop from a variety of crafters and vendors at this annual spring sale. There will be coffee, tea, and snacks available.

• 11 a.m. — Westman Immigrant Services are hosting World Cooking Classes at the Global Market Community Kitchen until 1 p.m. and cost is $25 for each session. This week: Métis cuisine. Only 15 spots available for each class. To register, call 204-727-6031 ext. 2237 or visit westmanimmigrantservices.ca.

• 1 p.m. — The fifth annual Easter Eggstravaganza will be held at the Assiniboine North Hill Campus at the Len Evans Centre for Trades and Technology. Egg hunt for ages 12 and under. Bring your own basket. Free candy and prizes. Arrive at 1 p.m. with the egg hunt starting at 1:30 p.m. sharp.

• 5 p.m. — Brandon Kinsmen and Kinettes are having a Chase the Ace at the Double Decker until 8 p.m. Draw at 8:05 p.m. and must be present to win. Non-winners get $20 gift card to the Decker. Draw goes every Saturday until June 28 then we will draw until we get a winner.

• 7:30 p.m. — Playing at the Evans Theatre is “The Leisure Seeker,” starring Helen Mirren, Donald Sutherland and Christian McKay. For more information, visit evanstheatre.ca.

Sunday, April 1 – Easter Sunday

• No events

AT THE CLUBS

• Roadhouse (Canad Inns) — Roadhouse is open Good Friday from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. with DJ Red.

• Houstons — It’s Great Thursday Night tonight with double the money for Booty Shake. Closed on Friday. Hoedown and Chase the Ace with Knights of Columbus every Saturday. Saturday night features Da Coach Bobby Loewen.

• The 40 — Tonight at The 40 it’s Nuthin’ But Trouble. PJ the DJ will be spinning your favourite dance tunes on Friday and Karaoke on Saturday.

• Crystal Hotel — Exotic dancers every Wednesday and Thursday with five shows daily. Just Us take the stage on Friday and Saturday night.

• The Dock on Princess — Tonight on stage at The Dock is Bull Ruckus with a mix of classic country and new country. Happy hour at 5 p.m. Band starts at 9 p.m. $5 cover after 8 p.m.

• Prairie Firehouse — Craft Tails Mixology Seminar takes place tonight at 7 p.m. Come learn the history and steps to making craft cocktails. Aaron Check performs tonight at 7:30 p.m. Closed on Friday.

• Double Decker — Mitch Mozdzen entertains on Friday at 10 p.m. Saturday is The Perms “Miracle” CD Release Party at 10:15 p.m. $10 cover.

• Georgies Lounge (Keystone Motor Inn) — Karaoke in the lounge this Friday at 8 p.m.

• Lady of the Lake — Shop is open on Friday from noon to 4 p.m. Cafe closed.

• Sand Hills Casino — Entertainment in the Oasis Lounge on Friday and Saturday will be Damn Straight.

AT THE MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum — The only museum solely dedicated to preserving the history of the thousands of Canadian, American and Commonwealth air personnel who trained under the “Plan” during the Second World War. For more information call 204-727-2444. Open 1-4 p.m., seven days a week.

• The Arts West Travelling Gallery — The travelling gallery is at the Carberry Library until Saturday. It then moves to the Killarney Library.

• The RCA Museum (Royal Canadian Artillery Museum) — an award-winning national museum that has five major galleries and more than 30 vehicles and guns located outside in the Gun Park. Located at CFB Shilo, we have recently introduced a temporary exhibit with guns and vehicles that came into service during the 1950s-70s. We have included a M38A1CDN2 Jeep, M113A2 APC, C1 105mm Howitzer and Grizzly AVGP. These vehicles will be on display in The Gregg Gallery until the end of April. All guns and vehicles have interpretive signs in French and English. Wheelchair accessible. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission is charged. For more information, call 204-765-3000 ext. 4563 or ext. 3570.

• The Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba — Community Gallery: Photovoice II — Planting Seeds of Change: Voices of Indigenous Youth, on until Saturday, features a collection of photographs and stories about how urban community gardens contribute to holistic health. Gallery hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday until 9 p.m. and Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Visit agsm.ca.

• The Brandon General Museum and Archives — The museum is located on the ground floor of the old Manitoba Telephone building at 19 Ninth St. Exhibit “Long Lost Images of Brandon,” runs until the end of April. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. For info, call 204-717-1514.

• The Daly House Museum — Original home of Brandon’s first mayor, Thomas Mayne Daly, was built in 1882 and is the only period museum in western Manitoba. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Admission charged. Call 204-727-1722 for information.

• 12th Street Studio/ Gallery/B&B — During March and April, Dauphin artist Jan Jenkins will be exhibiting her “In the Wind” artwork. Gallery hours: Monday 7 p.m.-9 p.m.; Wednesday 1 p.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment by calling 204-726-5170.

• 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum — Open on Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Tours available any time by calling 204-717-4579. Free admission. Visit 26fdregmuseum.ca.

• The Tommy McLeod Curve Gallery at Brandon University — The exhibition, “Foundations Under Brandon University: A Campus Retrospective,” consisting of a series of visual vignettes that highlight the physical development of the 18th Street campus is on display until April 2018. Plans and photographs housed in the SJ McKee Archives illustrate both the 118-year evolution of the campus and also contrast with drawings of what the campus was imagined to be. Free to the public and open during regular library hours.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• April 4 —The Department of Visual and Aboriginal Arts – Ceramics Studio at Brandon University is holding a fundraising pottery sale from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Knowles-Douglas Building, Mingling Area. Purchase beautiful handmade bowls and mugs made by our students for $10-$15 each.

• April 4 —The Eckhardt-Gramatté Conservatory School of Music Recital with Mary Jo Carrabré, director, will take place at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. No admission charge.

• April 4-7 —Adlib Drama presents Boeing Boeing, the Non-Stop Comedy by Marc Camolette at the Boissevain-Morton Community Theatre. Doors open at 7 p.m.; showtime at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Tickets are $15. Advance tickets available in Boissevain at the library, Co-op C-Store and Turtle Mountain Physio. For more information visit dramaclub.ca.

• April 5 — Elvis is coming to Souris! The Souris District Arts Council presents Adam T. Elvis and the Good Rockin’ Tonite Band at the Souris-Glenwood Community Hall at 7:30 p.m. You won’t want to miss this high energy performance and hear those unforgettable songs. Enjoy the music, dance a little, sing a little and swoon the night away! Tickets are $20 for adults; $10 for students and are available at Plaza Petals or by calling Sharon at 204-483-2001.

• April 6-7 —Mecca Productions presents Disney’s Peter Pan Jr. at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. nightly as well as a matinee at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• April 6-7 —Virden’s own Phoenix Players are pleased to present “Arlene’s Beauty World,” in the Virden Aud Theatre. Showtimes: April 6 at 7:30 p.m.; April 7 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This is a comedy-mystery written by Michael Soetaert and directed by Jennifer Glendinning. Tickets are $12 and the seats are rush. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at The Flower Attic and Gifts or at the ticket booth just before each performance.

• April 6-8 —The Brandon Home and Leisure Show will be held at the Keystone Centre. April 6 from 1-9 p.m.; April 7 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; April 8 from noon-5 p.m. Adults $10; seniors $8; children under 12 are free (when accompanied by an adult). Food vendors on site.

• April 7 —Seedy Saturday at Park Community Centre from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Seed trading expo and garden extravaganza! Seeds of Diverity and master gardener friends will be there along with many presenters and attractions. For more information visit Assiniboine Food Forest Initiative on Facebook.

• April 7 —Brandon Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 3 is holding their Steppin’ Out Dance at 8 p.m. Live music by Northern Reflection. Admission is $15. Refreshments at 10 p.m. For more information, call 204-761-2984 or 204-728-5636.

• April 7 —The Brandon Sunset Rotary Club and the Rotaract Club of Brandon present the 7th annual Brandon Beer Tasting Festival in the Imperial Ballroom at the Victoria Inn from 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $30 and available for purchase at Brandon Liquour Mart locations. Tickets include entry, commemorative tasting glass, tastings and a light lunch.

• April 7 —St. Matthew’s Cathedral Indoor Yard Sale will be held at the church from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Bargain prices. Something for everyone.

• April 7 —The Carberry Plains Arts Council Group is hosting a Ladies of the 80s Night fundraiser at the Carberry Community Memorial Hall. Cocktails at 6 p.m. with shopping from a variety of local vendors. Craft beer from The Famery Brewery available. Farmery beer fridge door prize! Live DJ and 80’s video projections by Trident Music. Raffle prizes drawn at 11 p.m. Dust off your 80’s duds! Tickets on sale at East End gas station, Falk Pharmacy and the arts office at 122 Main Street open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• April 7 —You are invited to join us for a special spa experience at Bethel Christian Assembly from 7-9 p.m. This will be a time to relax and reconnect with friends while getting pampered. Tickets are $20 in advance and available at eventbrite.com or $25 at the door. All proceeds go to Mission Uganda in support of building pit latrines and hand-washing stations at a primary school/orphanage called Pallisa Children’s Concern Project in rural Uganda. For more info, visit pccpuganda.org or find us on Facebook.

• April 8 —La saison des sucres is just around the corner and Assiniboine Food Forest Initiative is the place to enjoy this finest of Canadian traditions. Bring the whole family for an hour and learn how maple syrup is made from start to finish at 1735 Rosser Avenue East. Open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit the sugar bush, watch the syrup evaporating on the heritage Quebec wood-fired evaporator and sample fresh syrup. All for only $5 per person. Stick around after and purchase pancakes with syrup or hot dogs to roast around the bonfire.

• April 8 —Brandon’s Biggest Record Show will take place at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 3 in the banquet hall from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring a non-perishable food item for Samaritan House in Brandon. For more information, contact Don at 204-726-0703.

• April 8 —St. George’s spring roast beef supper with rainbow auction will be held at 6 p.m. For supper tickets, call Barb 204-726-4200; Pat 204-727-4591 or the church office at 204-728-6542. Adults $15; children ages 6-12 $8; children five and under are free.

• April 12 —The Souris Glenwood Foundation’s 25th anniversary celebration evening will be held at the Souris Community Hall featuring comedian Matt Falk. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; program at 7:30 p.m. Cash bar. Silent and live auctions, bucket raffles, 50/50. Lunch will be available. Tickets are $25 and available at the Municipal Office or call Lois at 204-483-1164.

• April 12 —The Te Deum Noon Recital Series featuring Charlotte Castle, soprano and Jennifer Nichols, piano takes place at St. Matthew’s Cathedral from 12:15 p.m.-12:45 p.m. No charge. Bring a bag lunch. Coffee and tea provided.

• April 13 —A sudspud fundraiser for the Elspeth Reid Family Resource Centre will be held at Houston’s Roadhouse from 5-9 p.m. Cone in for a meal, drink and some good company. Tickets are only $20. 50/50 draw. For more information or tickets, call 204-729-5808 or email roadrebels@mts.net.

• April 14 — The United Way of Brandon host Brandon’s Biggest Garage Sale in the Manitoba Room and the UCT Pavilion of the Keystone Centre from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $2; children under 12 are free.

• April 14 — Prairie Social Club (formerly Prairie Social Singles) will be hosting a dance at the Park Avenue Activity Centre from 8 p.m. to midnight. Music by Slim Jim Trio. Members and associate (Club 77) $12; non-members $15. Dry bar. Snacks provided. For more information, call Lorraine at 204-725-2389.

• April 14 — The Brandon Chamber Players with Alexander Tselyakov, piano perform at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at 8 p.m. The programme includes Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21. Return to Romanticism: Alexander Tselyakov returns under the auspices of the Brandon Chamber Players for the final performance of the season. Adults $30; students $10.

• April 16-21 — The Strathclair Drama Club proudly presents its 36th annual production “Singin’ in the Rain,” at the Bend Theatre at 7:30 p.m. nightly. For tickets call 204-365-2436. Main floor $15; balcony $10 (payment by cash or cheque). The box office will then be open Monday to Friday, March 19-April 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

• April 18 — Central United Church presents “Tribute to the Legends of Country Music,” performed by Country Blend. Concert and smoked pork loin dinner: dinner starts at 5 p.m. and cost is $37; concert at 7 p.m. and cost is $20. Tickets are available at the church office at 204-727-0577 or contact@brandonchurch.ca. Deadline for dinner tickets is April 11.

• April 18 — In celebration of National Canadian Film Day, the Brandon Public Library is pleased to show “The Breadwinner,” an inspiring animated film about Parvana, a girl growing up in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. The film is 93 minutes long and rated PG-13 and not recommended for young children. No registration is required. Popcorn will be provided for all. For more information, visit the library or call 204-727-6648 or email danielle@wmrl.ca.

• April 18 — It’s Storytime in Kia Court at Shoppers Mall. Stories, song and rhymes for children ages three to five. at 10 a.m. All children in attendance have a chance to win a copy of the featured storybook and a $50 Shoppers Mall gift card.

• April 19-22 — The 2018 Brandon Rock, Gem and Mineral Show will be held at the Keystone Centre. Join John Silver Cove Ltd. and an amazing crew of gem addicts for an amazing show. Hours Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

• April 20 — A bridge tournament will be held at Prairie Oasis at 1 p.m. sharp. Teams of two. Cost is $10 per player. Prizes, draws and lunch. Call 204-727-6641 to enter. Everyone welcome.

• April 21 — The annual West End Community Yard Sale will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. featuring sports and fitness items, kids and household items, seasonal, luggage, music and much more. If you have any items you would like to donate, call Jenn at 204-728-0552 to arrange for pick up or drop off sale items. Pick up can be arranged until April 17; items can be dropped off until April 20.

• April 21 — The 38th annual Vimy and Beyond fundraiser will be held at the Brandon Armoury (enter by 11th Street door entrance). Arrive by 6 p.m. for dinner at 6:30 p.m. Chinese food buffet. Live auction and entertainment. Presentation on Brigadier General Kirkcaldy, CMG, DSO. Museum will be open. $20 per person. Cash bar. Cheque, cash or e-transfer to 1116fldmuseum@gmail.com. RSVP by April 16 and remit payment by April 18. For more information, call Michelle at 613-985-2852, Jacquie at 204-724-7530 or email 26fomi@gmail.com.

• April 21 —Club 77 will be hosting a dance at the Shriner’s Hall from 8 p.m. to midnight with music by Kaliga. Lunch at 10 p.m. For more info, call Diane at 204-725-2017.

• April 26 —The Manitoba Institute of the Culinary Arts is hosting the International Wine and Food Festival at the North Hill Campus at 7 p.m. Explore the globe and your palate at this annual event. Culinary Arts and Hotel and Restaurant Management students research and prepare 50 fabulous wine and food pairings from around the world for an evening of culinary delight. Tickets are $75 with a maximum of four tickets per caller. Tickets on sale April 5 at 9 a.m.

• April 26 —Menopause The Musical will take place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• April 28 —The Kiwanis Club of Brandon will be hosting the annual bike auction at the Keystone Centre. Viewing at 9 a.m.; bike sale at 10 a.m.

• April 28 —Lenora Buffi, author of the newly-published fictional novel, Vista, is holding a reading and book-signing at the Brandon Public Library at 4:30 p.m. Inspired by the amazing talent of Baroque musicians, the story is about a violin prodigy, Ariana Santino, who has dreams of a mysterious woman from the 19th century. The novel is available online at most retail booksellers as well as at the library. For more information, go to lenora.buffi.

• April 28 —Brandon Conservatory Chorale presents “Celebrating Liz,” and a Spring Sing Concert with Alumni at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 1:30 p.m. Adults $12; children 12 and under $3. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• April 28 —Wheat City Family Expo will be held in the Manitoba Room of the Keystone Centre from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a free family event showcasing entertainment, information, and shopping from a wide variety of vendors and local crafters.

• April 28 —The Rapid City and District Chamber of Commerce presents Trivia Night at the Rapid City Legion Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. Trivia starts at 6:45 p.m. Bar and canteen will be open for snacks and refreshments. Contact Garry Jones to book your six to 10 player team at 204-826-2979 or email rapidcitygarry@gmail.com. Registration will open on March 17 at 10 a.m.

• April 28 — Brandon Public Library presents Science Saturdays. This is a hands-on science program for children ages 5-12 facilitated by Brandon University’s Let’s Talk Science team. Ages 5-8 meet from 10:15-11 a.m. in the Library Program Room. Ages 9-12 from 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. Registration is required. Today: astronomy (solar system scavenger hunt); May 26, geology (fossils and more). Free event. For more information or to register, visit the Children’s Service Desk, call 204-727-6648 or email Danielle@wmrl.ca.

• April 28 — Come and join the Prairie Mountain Philatelic Society for their Big Spring Postage Stamp and Postcard Sale at Seniors for Seniors Don Glenn Hall from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. We have two stamp dealers from Winnipeg attending the event. Door prize will be an added feature. Table rentals $25. For more information, call Donna at 204-727-7720 or email prairie.mountain.stamps@gmail.com. Memberships will also be available.

• May 6 —VaughnCo Entertainment presents Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 8 p.m. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• June 1 — The Comic Strippers, a male stripper parody and improve comedy show returns to the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. A show for all genders. Ages 18 and up. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• June 2 — The world’s premier Queen tribute show, Queen: It’s A Kinda Magic, will perform at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 8 p.m. Giles Taylor takes fans back to the glory days of Freddie Mercury and his iconic British band Queen. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• June 2 —The annual Kiwanis Kar Derby is gearing up. Registration is $100 for ages 8-14 as of Dec. 31, 2018; new Kar Kit $200 and includes wheels, axles, spindles, brakes and registration. Please register your car or purchase a new kit. Donations to assist with our projects to help children are greatly appreciated. For more information, visit karderby.ca.

• June 2 — Shantero Productions presents Derek Edwards: Alls I’m Saying tour at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• June 17 — Sons of the Pioneers live in concert with their Canadian Prairie Tour with Roy Rogers Jr. as MC at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

• June 24 — The Louisiana Hayride Show Spring Spectacular with special guests Elvis Presley, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Roy Orbison, Shania Twain, Johnny Cash, Lefty Frizzell and Jerry Lee Lewis take the stage at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

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