What’s On – Jan. 28, 2016

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Friday, JAN. 29

Glory 2 Glory Ministries Miracle Healing Service takes placeat Valleyview Community Centre at 7 p.m. with Pastors Dan and Susan Mclean from Victoria Miracle Centre. Travelled to 18 nations moves in healing signs, miracles. Have seen deaf ears open, cancer healed and many other healings. Come expect a miracle. Free will offering. For more info, call Murray at 204-728-9838.

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Are you or your community group interested in sponsoring a refugee family? Westman Immigrant Services and Refugee Sponsorship Training Program based out of Toronto are holding a Refugee Sponsorship Workshop at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To register for this workshop contact Westman Immigrant Services at 204-727-6031. Lunch will be available for $10.

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Seniors for Seniors offers a Birthday Tea on the last Friday of the month. We celebrate our members birthdays with coffee and cake. Cost: $3 for guests; no charge for the birthday person.

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Come and enjoy afternoon dancing, music and fellowship at Central Community Centre from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Live band, coffee and snacks. Admission $5. Call Bill 204-726-8626 or Grant 204-727-0154 or Ken 204-726-4822.

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Brandon Farmers’ Market is open from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. inside the Town Centre concourse featuring local products including baking, canning, jewelry, crafts and more.

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Glory 2 Glory with Heart of Worship Miracle Fire services is held every Friday at 7 p.m. at Valleyview Community Centre for praise, worship, prayer, encouragement, fellowship and refreshments. For more info, call Murray at 204-728-9838.

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82 Brandon Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron meets every Friday at 6:30 p.m. from September to June at the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave. Youth ages 12-18. No fees to join. For more info, contact 204-725-4703 or aircadetleaguemb.ca.

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The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (RCA Museum) at CFB Shilo — has five indoor galleries in a 25,000 sq.-ft. air-conditioned building. Also on display, outside the building in our “Gun Park” are 28 guns and vehicles with interpretive panels. The Gun Park is open seven-days-a-week. Dress for the weather, there is a lot to see. Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Call 204-765-3000, ext. 3570 or 4563, for more information or to book a group tour. Individuals may self-guide through the museum anytime during hours of operation. Please note, adults ages 18 and up will require a photo identification to enter the base.

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Did you know that Souris Railway Museum has a diesel locomotive simulator that was used to train locomotive engineers? Appointments are available until June 30, 2016 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily. (Health and weather permitting). For more info, call 204-483-3361 to reserve a time. This is a favourite with grandparents and grandchildren! The only other museum in Canada – that we are aware of – with similar equipment is at Revelstoke, B.C. All are welcome to book a trip!

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Daly House Museum – Original home of Brandon’s first mayor, Thomas Mayne Daly, which was built in 1882 and is the only period museum in western Manitoba. On exhibit: “Ceramics Settling the Prairies” until Jan. 31. There is a seat for you and your friends around the Daly’s historic kitchen table on Saturday afternoons. Relax and have a chat over tea and homemade cookies. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon and 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

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The Brandon General Museum and Archives on the ground floor of the old Manitoba Telephone building at 19 Ninth St. Current exhibit is “Life in the Flats,” describes the problems and achievements of the people who settled in that area (north end) of Brandon in the last century. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m. For more information, call 204-717-1514.

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The Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum – Winter hours are 1 p.m.-4 p.m., seven days a week. The museum is Canada’s only air museum solely dedicated to the preservation of the history of those who trained and fought for the British Commonwealth during the Second World War. Check out the RCAF Second World War Memorial, a black granite wall about 300 feet in length containing the names of more than 19,000 fatalities, with a larger-than-life bronze statue representing the fallen.

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Brandon Community Builders “The Store” is open Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 pm. in the Rolling Spokes building (former Radics). Please enter off the parking lot on the south side. Something for everyone: furniture, dishes, toys, new and used doors, appliances, etc. For more info, call 204-717-9900.

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Seniors for Seniors offers exercise group at 9:30 a.m. with leader Lorraine Rozak with walking and light strengthening. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. Rowdy Bunch at 1:30 p.m. Cards and shuffleboard keep this bunch coming each week. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. Personal Computer Information on the second and fourth Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Call 204-571-2050 for more info.

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Narcotics Anonymous group meets Fridays at St. Mary’s Church, 9:30 p.m.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 in the lounge every Friday and Saturday from 4:30-6 p.m. for members and guests.

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Prairie Oasis offers floor shuffleboard at 9:30 a.m.; exercise at 10 a.m. Cost is $3; Scrabble at 1 p.m. Cost is $3; contract bridge at 1 p.m. Cost is $3. For more info, call 204-727-6641.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the Army, Navy and Airforce Club No. 10 in the lounge every Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 5 p.m. All welcome for members and guests.

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SATURDAY, Jan. 30

Westman Wilderness Club: On Jan. 30/31 join us for an overnight winter camp near Riding Mountain National Park as well as a day snowshoe on Jan. 31. Call Roger at 204-720-1464 for more information.

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The Global Market has moved inside for the winter! The Global Market is open every Saturday at 23 12th Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Christmas.

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FLK Taoist Tai Chi open practice for beginners and continuing from 10-11:30 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info, call 204-571-0684.

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Overeaters Anonymous meet at 9:30 a.m. in the John Howard boardroom at 153 8th Street. For more info, call 204-761-7504 or visit oa.org.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10 Street) at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Sally 204-726-8220; Roger 204-726-5293.

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The Brandon Hills Model Railway is located at 19 Ninth Street. We have two layouts, ‘N’ and ‘H.O’ scales. We will offer advice on your layout and construction and check out your model trains. We are open from 10 a.m. until noon every Saturday. For more info, call Bob at 204-727-5114.

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Brandon Community Orchestra meets Saturdays at the Brandon University’s Kinsmen Rehearsal Hall from 9:30 a.m. until noon. For more info, call Jeff 204-726-8294.

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Divorced, widowed, single? Come join us. Prairie Social Singles, a group of people who like to play pool, dance, have coffee and make new friends. Contact Elvin 204-729-9001.

SUNDAY, Jan. 31

Westman Jams invites country, old-time and bluegrass musicians, singers and music lovers of all ages and abilities to join us for friendship, music and fun at the Sprucewoods Community Club (near Shilo) from 2-5 p.m. Entertainment is free, everyone welcome.

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Westman Self-Defence Club holds classes at the Ukrainian National Home from 2-4 p.m. 16-years-olds and up. For more info, call Justin at 204-720-9948.

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Why eat alone? Club 77 members enjoy getting together for Sunday brunch each week at 11:45 a.m. at the Clay Pot Cafe. Good food! Great hospitality! New to Brandon? Call 204-728-0627 or 204-726-8240 or email club77singles@outlook.com. Fun and Friendship since 1977!

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MONDAY, Feb. 1

FLK Taoist Tai Chi registration for Beginner classes today at 9:30 a.m.; Wednesday, Feb. 3 at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, Feb. 4 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more information, call 204-571-0684.

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ANAF Ladies Auxiliary meets at 7:30 p.m. at the club rooms, 31 14th St.

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The Brandon Camera Club meets in the lecture theatre at Crocus Plains School at 7:30 p.m. Enter from the west parking lot, south doors. Bring photos for viewing on a jump (flash) drive, a CD or a memory card will work also.

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Heritage Arts Centre Gallery in Hamiota is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. but call 204-764-2400 to confirm due to some holiday season changes. Gallery exhibition for the month of December: Main Gallery will be warmed up with a wonderful display of quilts by the Hamiota “Quilt Til You Wilt” group.

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Brookdale Belles and Beaus Square Dance Club dance Monday nights at the Brookdale Community Hall at 7:30 p.m. New dancers are welcome and the first three nights are free for new dancers so come try it! Great exercise and fun! For more info, call Carole at 204-354-2338 or Karen at 204-354-2281.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics meet every Monday evening at St. Matthew’s Cathedral at 7 p.m. For more info, call Kathy at 204-730-0369 or Larry at 204-570-2020.

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#60 Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corp Swiftsure is enrolling youth ages 12-18. Learn marksmanship, seamanship, sailing, leadership and citizenship. Parades are at the Brandon Armoury Monday nights from September to June. For more information, call the ship’s office at 204-728-3168 (leave message) or contact debbie.mcarthur@cadets.gc.ca. New cadets are welcome to sign up for this rewarding youth program.

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Ki Rin ITF Taekwon-Do Club classes for ages 7 and above are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6 p.m. at 126 10th St. Parent and child classes. Call 204-724-5933 for info.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the Brandon School of Dance (126 10th Street) at 9 a.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Sally 204-726-8220; Roger 204-726-5293.

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Brandon ANAF Steeltip Darts League meets Monday nights at the Army and Navy on 14th Street. Come join us in the fun and games. New members always welcome. For more info, call Mike 204-720-0388.

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Meal on Wheels deliver a hot, nutritious meal by noon Monday to Friday to people living in their homes at a cost of $8 per meal. Meals for the weekend are available as cold meals and they are sent out on Fridays. Meals are available to anyone in Brandon by calling Prairie Oasis at 204-727-6641

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East End Sunshine Club meets Mondays at 1:30 p.m. at the East End Community Centre for card games. Everyone welcome. For more info, call Ann 204-727-1198.

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Weekly meat draws are held at the ANAF Brandon Unit #10 Mondays at 5 p.m.- Fridays 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays 5 p.m. Members and guests.

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The Nearly New Shop, 601 Ninth Street, is open Monday to Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. All profits to the BRHC. Donations gratefully accepted. For further info, call 204-728-7137.

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The Congregate Meal is served at Prairie Oasis Monday and Thursday at 11:30 a.m. and Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at noon at a cost of $8 per meal. We also serve supper Monday evening starting at 4:30 p.m. in conjunction with Monday night Bingo.

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Keystone Dancers line dancing 1-3:30 p.m. are every Monday at Royal Canadian Legion No. 3. Call Jean 204-725-2095 or Sally 204-727-8783.

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Brandon Community Playgroups are open from 10-11:30 a.m. Monday at the West End Community Centre and Thursday at South End Community Centre. Cost is $2 per family, bring snack. Call Stacey 204-724-2573 for info.

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Seniors for Seniorsstitch and chat takes place every Monday at 1:30 p.m. Get together for crafts and companionship. No charge. Proceeds from any items sold go to Seniors for Seniors. Call 204-571-2050 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis holds fundraising bingo at 1:15 and 6 p.m.; duplicate bridge at 1 p.m. Cost is $3. For more info, call 204-727-6641.

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The SW Branch of Manitoba Genealogical Society Library is located at Knox United Church and is open Mondays (except on stat holidays) from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment by calling 204-725-3095. For more info about the society visit swmanitobagenealogy.ca.

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Sprucewoods Community Club (hall near Shilo) holds cribbage on Mondays at 7 p.m. Cost $2. Bring a partner.

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Prairie Oasis Senior Centre offers hot, full course, home-cooked meals at 11:30 a.m. today and Thursday and noon on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Cost is $8. Call 204-727-6641.

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Wanted: women who like to sing. Come join in singing four-part harmony acappella-style. Women in Harmony will be performing around the Westman area. For locations call Audrey at 204-727-0163 or Naomi at 204-726-8569.

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Assiniboine Kiwanis Club meets at noon at Rotary Villas. Call Bob 204-726-5448 or Ralph 204-726-1314.

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UCT TRAVO bingo is held at the Brandon Friendship Centre. Doors open at 5 p.m. Early-bird games at 6:45 p.m. Regular games at 7:20 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 2

If you live in the area that converged on Birtle on Saturday nights in the good old days, join us for breakfast at M’s East End Eatery. We meet at 9 a.m. for breakfast and conversation. Join us and catch up with the latest on old friends.

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Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary Branch #3 holds it’s regular monthly meeting in the banquet room at 7 p.m. For membership information call Betty at 204-725-2691.

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The Lion’s Club of Brandon meet in the Lion’s Den of Lion’s Manor at 6:30 p.m. Visitors welcome. For more info, call 204-596-8604 or 204-573-0940.

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Seniors for Seniors offers Footcare and Blood Pressure clinics at 1 p.m. Appointments available with our retired nurses for nailcare for your healthy feet. Cost: $15 at clinic; $20 at home. Call 204-571-2050 for more info.

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Welcome Here, a program for parents and children five and under who are new to Canada, meet every Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Central United Church from 1-3:15 p.m. Practice English with your children and learn fun activities that will help them be prepared for school. Transportation is available if you live too far to walk. Take an English class while children are cared for in child care. To register, contact Westman Immigrant Services at 1001 Pacific Avenue or call 204-727-6031. and press 2.

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Eating Disorder Support Group, held by Westwind Counselling. Groups will be held on Tuesday afternoons. This is a closed group and pre-registration is required. Please call 204-728-2499 or email info@westwind.mb.ca to register.

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The Shilo MFRC Thrift Shop, located in the Shilo Community Centre, is open Tuesdays from 1:30-3 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. as well as on Thursdays from 9:30-11 a.m. and 6:30-8 p.m.

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Douglas TOPS 4560 meets on Tuesdays at Sprucewood Hall. Weigh in at 5 p.m. with meeting at 5:30 p.m. For more info, call Barb at 204-763-4768

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Tuesday Al-Anon Family Group (for families and friends of alcoholics) meets every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at St. Augustine Church (use the northeast basement entrance). For more info, call 204-571-3684.

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The Wheat City Carvers Club meets every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. at Vincent Massey High School Drafting Room. Use the east entrance. There are carvers of all ages involved. It only costs $3 per evening which includes refreshments. There are experienced carvers of various styles of carving available to assist every carver.

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The Brandon Board Game League meets every Tuesday. Brought to you by Playtime Entertainment and I Want That Stuff. Call 204-724-7295 to register.

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Overeaters Anonymous meets Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the John Howard boardroom at 153 8th Street. For more info, call 204-761-7504 or visit oa.org.

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Come visit 26 Fd Regt RCA – XII MB Dragoons Museum at 1116 Victoria Ave. and see a vast collection of historical military items. We are open Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free admission. For other times, please call 204-717-4579 to book a tour. Check our website at 12mbdragoonsmuseum.com and Facebook page 26 Fd Regt RCA – XII MB Dragoons Museum.

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Cribbage played at ANAF at 7 p.m. Bring your partner.

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Ninja Tots classes are held Tuesdays at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 10 a.m. for 45 minutes at 126 10th St. Children must be between the ages of 4-6 years. Fun, bully proofing and fitness. For more info, call 204-724-5933.

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Separated/Divorced Support Group meets Tuesdays at St. Augustine’s Church (downstairs) from 7-9 p.m. (use North East stairwell entry). Call Allison or Pat 204-727-2955 or David 204-727-6674 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis Cribbage is played at 1:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Don’t need a partner. Call Gerry at 204-726-8358.

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Tuesday Tops MB #3778 meet at St. Matthew’s Cathedral with weigh-in at 9:30 a.m. and meeting at 10 a.m. For more info, call Ellen 204-724-2537. Use 13th Street entrance.

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Central Happy Haven Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2 p.m. at Central Community Centre for cards (500) and are joined by the Handbells at 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays. For cards, call Doug 204-728-9430 and bells, call Eileen 204-728-1300.

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Seniors for Seniors offers exercise at 9:30 a.m.; shuffleboard at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3.50 for members and $4.50 for non-members. Yoga at 2:15 p.m. Relaxing and exercise all in one with instructor. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. Call 204-571-2050 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis offers choir at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. Cost is $1.50 per person; floor shuffleboard at 1 p.m. Cost is $3; cribbage at 1:30 p.m. Cost is $3. For more info, call 204-727-6641.

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20-20 Toastmasters meet every Tuesday at 4:15 p.m. at Rotary Villa. Please contact Bette at 204-726-4191, Patti at 204-727-2042 or Shirley at 204-726-5344 for more info.

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Carousels and Dolls Museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. View over 6,000 dolls, Barbies, antique, composition dolls and more. Volunteers are always welcome. For more info, call 204-728-1245.

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The Virden Legion Cadet Corps invites youth between the ages of 12 and 18 to come and check out the Cadet Corps. The Cadet Dragoons meet on Tuesdays from 6:45 to 9:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Complex at 540 8th Ave. There are no registration fees, no uniforms, no insurance fees or activity fees, just a commitment to attend on a regular basis. For more info, call 204-748-3321.

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Traditional Karate of Brandon holds classes and training for all belt levels Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-7 p.m. for children and 7-8 p.m. for adults. Locations are Tuesdays, West End Community Centre; Thursdays, East End Community Centre. Beginners welcome anytime. For info, call 204-728-2612.

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Hope Al-Anon Family Group meets at 8 p.m. in the basement at Knox United Church, (use east door). Call 204-571-3684.

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The Rotary Club of Brandon weekly meeting and luncheon at the Roadhouse, Canad Inns at 11:45 a.m. Call Don 204-727-0493.

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Kiwanis Club of Brandon meets at noon at the Brandon University small dining room. Contact Peter at 204-729-8331.

Wednesday, Feb. 3

Nifty Needlers meet at Central Community Centre, 529 Fourth Street, 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Admission is $3 at the door. New members are always welcome. Please join us for fun, inspiration and fellowship with quilters. This week: Dr. Trent Turner, optometrist. Healthy vision for quilters. Challenge: borders. Any questions, please call Charlotte @ 204 728-0268 or Dagmar 204-727-0479.

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Do you have a lung disease? The Manitoba Lung Association’s Best Breathers group offers education and support to those suffering from chronic bronchitis or emphysema from 1-2:30 p.m. at the Brandon Regional Health Centre. Taxi rides are available free of charge. Family members welcome. Join us for an indoor walking session after with a nurse and physiotherapist present. For more info, call Joanne 204-725-4230.

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The South West Branch of the Manitoba Genealogical Society meets in Room 102 at Crocus Plains Secondary School at 7:30 p.m. This week: Vivian Mitchell will give a presentation on adoptions. For more information about the society visit swmanitobagenealogy.ca.

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Optimist Club of Brandon meets at M’s Eastside Eatery at 6 p.m. For more info, contact president Rita at 204-728-0266 or secretary Cec at 204-727-4147.

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Westman Retired Educators Association meets at Trails West Inn, 9:30 a.m. Call Mavis Johnston at 204-727-2849.

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Westman Jeep Association is a family oriented, community minded, and environmentally conscious group of Jeep owners-enthusiasts. Brandon meetings are held at the A and W at 18th Street and Queens Ave. at 7 p.m. Contact Troy 765-4644 or see website www.westmanjeep.com.

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Alzheimer Society of Manitoba offers weekly support group for people with Dementia at the Westman Office Unit 4B from 10 to 11:30 a.m. For more info, call 204-729-8320.

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Seniors Mixed Shuffleboard play every Wednesday at ANAF at 1 p.m. New members welcome. For more info, call Karen 204-728-0759 or Marion 726-3374.

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Club ‘77 Singles meet at McDonalds Restaurant on Richmond Avenue for coffee and conversation every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Make some new friends and discover what we have to offer. New to the Brandon area? Call us at 204-729-8982 or 204-726-8240 or email club77singles@outlook.com. Fun and Friendship since 1977!

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FLK Taoist Tai Chi beginner and continuing classesare held from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call 204-571-0684.

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Brandon Community Builders “The Store” has new winter hours Wednesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m. in the Rolling Spokes building (former Radics). Please enter off the parking lot on the south side. Something for everyone: furniture, dishes, toys, new and used doors, appliances, etc. For more info, call 204-717-9900.

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Wednesday TOPS 5277 (new chapter) will meet at Trinity United Church with weigh in at 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. with meeting to follow. For more info, call Marlene 204-728-7590.

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71 Bty 2520 Royal Canadian Army Cadets meet Wednesday from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Brandon Armoury. Army Cadets is open to all youth, 12-18 years of age. For more info, call 204-728-7665.

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Ever thought of joining a dart league? Brandon ANAF Mixed Steeltip Dart League meets on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at the Army and Navy on 14th Street. Come one, come all and have some fun. No experience needed All levels of players wanted, from beginners to pro! League runs from September to April. For more info, call Susan 204-724-4282 or Dave 204-727-6983.

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Prairie Social Singles meet for pool each Wednesday at 7 p.m at the ANAF Hall, followed by coffee at McDonald’s on Richmond Ave. For more info, call Elvin 204-729-9001.

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Keystone Dancers Clogging sessions at 10 a.m. at the East End Legion Hall. Call Jean 204-725-2095 or Sally 204-727-8783.

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Come play Scrabble every Wednesday from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Army and Navy. Bring a friend. For more info, call Carol 204-726-1117 or Amy 204-728-3271.

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Prairie Oasis offers paint class at 9 a.m. Cost is $7; exercise at 10 a.m. Cost is $3; bridge at 1 p.m. Cost is $3. For info, call 204-727-6641.

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Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays and Sundays. Contact 204-571-3685 (24-hour service).

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Seniors for Seniors offers Songbirds at 10:30 a.m.; afternoon games at 1:15 p.m. with various board and card games; line dancing at 2 p.m. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50.

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TOPS Chapter MB 5075 meets Wednesdays at the new location at Prairie Room Park Avenue Activity Centre (aka Seniors for Seniors) with weigh-in from 5:30-6 p.m. and meeting from 6:10-7 p.m. For more info, call Audrey at 204-573-5570 or email hollowtree@mymts.net.

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Wheat City Al-Anon Family Group meets at St. Matthew’s church at 8 p.m. Call 204-571-3684 for more info.

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Canadian Blood Services donor clinic at The Town Centre is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Thursdays from 3:30-7:30 p.m. and starting in April every third Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Call 1-888-2-DONATE. Walk-ins welcome.

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Westman Narcotics Anonymous Group meets at 7:30 p.m. at the AFM – Parkwood (rear entrance).

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thursday, Feb. 4

Butterfly Kisses Miscarriage Support Group is open to anyone who is or has experienced the loss of a child through miscarriage. We meet at the Brandon Vineyard Community Church, 1327 Rosser Ave. at 7 p.m. For further info, call Thea 204-726-0779.

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The Brandon Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m. at Forbidden Flavours at 1060 18th St. All interested are welcome. Call Dave 204-728-2463 for more info.

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Weekly bingos are held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 banquet hall every Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 pm.- early bird at 7 p.m.; regular games 7:30 p.m. All welcome!

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Navy League Cadet Corp No. 4 Stan Hawitt is a youth organization for boys and girls aged 9-13. The program is based on a naval theme filled with fun, adventure, and friend making while developing patriotism, good citizenship, sense of duty, self-discipline, self-respect for others. We meet on Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Brandon Armoury. For more info, call 204-728-3168 or email stanhawitt04@gmail.com.

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Brandon Healing Rooms is open 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Vineyard Community Church on Rosser Avenue. For more information, call 204-727-3605.

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Zen Tao Chi-Kung Tai Chi is practised at the West End Community Centre at 7:30 p.m. Beginners are welcome anytime. For more info, call Sally 204-726-8220; Roger 204-726-5293.

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Brandon Community Builders “The Store,” is open Thursday 2-6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Rolling Spokes building (former Radics). Use the back door. Something for everyone: furniture, dishes, toys, new and used doors, appliances etc. For more info, call 204-717-9900.

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Seniors for Seniors offers cribbage at 9:30 a.m. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. Out to Lunch at noon. Home-cooked food at its finest. Cost is $10 for members and $12 for non-members and must pre-register by Tuesday at noon.. Zumba Gold at 2:15 p.m. For more info or to register, call 204-571-2050.

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FLK Taoist Tai Chi beginner and continuing classes are held from 1:30-3 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more info call 204-571-0684.

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Summit Toastmasters Breakfast Club meet every Thursday at 7 a.m. at Aaltos. For information, call Lindsay 204-726-1838.

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Daytime TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursdays at 20-7th Street Health Access Centre with weigh-in 1:15-1:45 p.m. and meeting at 2 p.m. No gimmicks, just sensible weight loss since 1948. For more info, call Janice 204-728-1296.

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Peer-facilitated eating disorder support groups are offered Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Westwind Eating Disorder Recovery Centre. For more info, contact Lynne at 204-728-2499.

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SKY-HY Toastmasters meet at Prairie Oasis with the meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. Call Gerald at 204-725-4028 or 204-761-0622 for more info.

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Prairie Oasis offers fundraising bingo at 1:15 p.m.; Tai Chi at 10 a.m. Cost is $3; contract bridge at 1 p.m. Cost is $3; duplicate bridge at 7 p.m. Cost is $3; Sky-high Toastmasters from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information, call 204-727-6641.

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TOPS (Take Off Pounds Off Sensibly) MB #2152 meets at Knox United Church (17th St. entrance). Weigh-in 5:50-6:30 p.m., meeting 6:45 p.m. For more info, call Olive 204-728-2898 or 1-800-932-8677.

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Rotary Club of Brandon Sunset meets Thursdays at 5:45 p.m. at The Royal Oak Inn and Suites. For further info, call 204-571-0329 or 204-726-0922.

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UPCOMING & MISCELLANEOUS

Meals on Wheels will be requiring volunteers to deliver meals all year long. Meals are picked up at 11 a.m. at Prairie Oasis and delivered to recipients. If you can drive one day a week or spare when needed. Without drivers, this service is not possible. Please call David at 204-727-6641 if you can help out at all.

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Want to make a difference by making a powerful contribution to your community. Be a part of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure. Join the volunteer planning committee and help support this time-honoured event held right here in Brandon and in partnership with over 60 communities from coast to coast. Volunteer today by emailing dguagliardo@cbcf.org or call 204-231-6144 or 1-800-267-3948 (toll free).

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Prairie Oasis Valentine’s Dinner will be held on Feb. 5 from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Tickets are $20. Dinner consists of buns and tossed salad, french onion soup, mandarin orange and cranberry stuffed chicken breast served in an orange sauce, new potatoes in cream and dill sauce, vegetable medley au gratin and dessert with tea and coffee. Red or white wine available for $19.99 per bottle. All are welcome.

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FLK Taoist Tai Chi – Learn 108 Moves in One Weekend on Feb. 5-7. Friday from 7-9 p.m.; Saturday from 1-5 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Church. For more information, call 204-571-0684.

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Christian Heritage School Grade 9 class will be holding an Applebee’s Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on Feb. 6 from 8-10 a.m. Tickets are $10 and are available at Christian Heritage School or call the office at 204-725-3209. Funds raised will go towards their Mission Trip to Calgary’s Mustard Seed in March.

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Come join us for the Steppin’ Out Dance at the Royal Canadian Legion on Feb. 6 from 8 p.m. to midnight with music by Grayson Ross. Light lunch at 10 p.m. Admission is $15. For more info, call Barbara 204-728-5636 or Al 204-761-2984.

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Westman Wilderness Club: On Feb. 6-7 join Judy Bartel for an overnight ski of Birches and Pumpkin trails near Roseisle, Manitoba. Call Judy at 204-720-7892. for more information.

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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper will be held Feb. 9 at the Redeemer Lutheran Church from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Free will offering.

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Manitoba Sustainable Energy Association Conference and AGM presents “Sustainable Energy in Manitoba – What’s Cooking?” on Feb. 10 from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Agricultural Extension Centre. For more information and to register visit ManSEA website at mansea.org or email/phone wdigby@mymts.net or 204-727-1394. Please register in advance. $25 registration fee (which includes lunch) will be charged at the door. Students $10.

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The Parkinson Support Group will meet Feb. 11 from 1:30-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church. We’ll have a video presentation by Dr. Gary Leo of the Davis Phinney Foundation on “Sleep Disruption PD: Causes and some solutions.” We welcome anyone who has been diagnosed with Parkinsons as well as family members, to share information and some conversation. For more information, contact Charlotte at the Brandon Parkinson Canada office at 204-726-1702 or parkinson@mymts.net.

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The Brandon Garden Club presents Square Foot Gardening with Mick Manfield. “No weeding, no thinning, no digging, no kidding!” in Don Glen Hall (north entrance) of the Park Avenue Activity Centre on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. This simple, unique and versatile system adapts to all levels of experience, physical ability and geographical location. You can grow all that you want in only 20 per cent of the space that would be used for a normal row garden. For more info, call Bill 204-728-0380 or Gwen 204-727-8558 or email thebrandongardenclub@mymts.net. Yearly membership is $20 for individuals or $30 for two family members. Visitors can attend for $5 per meeting.

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KidSport Westman presents its eighth annual fundraising event, For the Love of Chocolate, Nifty 50’s Hop on Feb. 26 in the UCT Pavilion at the Keystone Centre. Cocktail hour at 7 p.m. with fashion show, light snacks, desserts and entertainment by J4K to follow at 8 p.m. Rainbow auction and 50/50 draw and a photobooth will be available. Tickets are $50 each or a table of eight for $350. Must be 18 years of age. Tickets are available at the Keystone Centre ticket office or online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or by calling 204-726-3500.

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Seniors for Seniors are hosting a Mortgage Burning dinner and dance on Feb. 27 with music by Helen and the Heartbreakers. Roast beef supper. Tickets: dinner and dance combo $30; dinner and speakers only $20; dance and lunch only $15. Meet and greet at 5 p.m.; dinner 5:45 p.m.; dance 8 p.m.

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Are you feeling distressed and/or in crisis? Our trained counsellors are here to listen and to help. We offer telephoned and online counselling for all rural and northern Manitobans. Toll free and confidential. Call 1-866-367-3276 or visit supportline.ca.

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Rideau Park Personal Care Home is looking for volunteers who are willing to offer their time to spend with a resident. If you are interested, please call Sherri at 204-578-2686.

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MADD Canada is seeking volunteers for the Brandon area. Our goal is to make roads safer while working with traffic safety partners. If you would like to assist in public education and awareness or victim support, please contact Louise at 1-866-900-6233 or lknox@madd.ca for more details.

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Brandon Shrine Club offers hall rentals for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, socials and business parties or meetings etc. Call Cam at 204-728-6090.

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The ALS Society of Manitoba requires volunteers 1-2 hours a week for numerous events. If you are interested in donating your time call Sharon 204-831-1510 or toll free 1-866-718-1642 or e-mail als@deerlodge.mb.ca

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Attention Dirt Oval Stock Car enthusiasts! Looking for individuals interested in forming a stock car/speedway in Brandon. Racing classes would be 4-cyl. pure stock, street stock (V8), mini sport truck (4-cyl. and V6) and super truck (V8). For more info, contact Art at westman_racer@yahoo.ca.

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Committee members needed. Want to make a difference? Become a member of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure planning committee in Brandon. Our volunteers are the key to a future without breast cancer. Join us in making the Run Day in Brandon on Oct. 2, 2011 the most successful year. For more info, call Donna-Lynn at 1-866-267-3948 ext. 224.

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OSISS (Operational Stress Injury Social Support) an operational stress peer group that assists currently serving, retired soldiers and RCMP meets every two weeks winter and summer. Operational Stress Injury (OSI) is defined as a persistent psychological difficulty resulting from operational duties performed by a member of The Canadian Forces such as anxiety, major depression, alcohol or substance abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder. For more info, contact 204-765-3000 ext. 4186 or 204-573-6769.