Let’s Do Something — July 18, 2024

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TODAY

• 6:30 a.m. — The 130th annual Hamiota Agricultural Fair kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., followed by the parade at 9 a.m. Other activities include livestock shows of light and heavy horses and cattle, a petting farm, mini-golf tournament, Mario Kart tournament, kids’ carnival, Ryan Price Comedy Magic Show, cold plate supper, Midwest U18AAA ball game, beach volleyball tournament and much more.

• 10:15 to 11 a.m. — Storytime at the Brandon Public Library (710 Rosser Ave.) for ages 18 months to five years of age takes place every Thursday. The presence of a caregiver or parent is required. No registration necessary.

• 11 a.m. — The Women’s Resource Centre hosts a fundraiser barbecue at Princess Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For $5, you get a hotdog, chips and a drink. There’s also a $10 option to pay it forward — purchase your lunch plus a lunch for a community member in need.

• 3:30 p.m. — The Heritage Co-op, Brandon and Memory Lane Car Club charity barbecue and car show will be held at the Heritage Co-op Richmond location (1035 Richmond Ave.) from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Open to all show vehicles and motorcycles. Show vehicles can park on the east side of the parking lot. Sales from the barbecue to be donated to the pediatric ward at Brandon Regional Health Centre. For more information, call Jerry at 204-761-3609, Grant at 204-726-4392 or 204-761-1753.

• 7 p.m. — Join us at Callaghan’s Food and Entertainment (43 Main St., Carberry) for a comedy show with Nelson Mayer and Clayton T. Stewart — the dynamic duo behind The Bad Apples. Tickets are $25 and available at Callaghan’s. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m.

• 7 p.m. — Music in the Park on the Jubilee Stage at Virden’s Victoria Park (Seventh Avenue and Seymour Street West). Tonight’s music performed by Michelle Chyzyk & Friends. In case of rain, it will be held in the Legion hall (540 8th St. South).

• 7:30 p.m. — Leaf Rapids, a Winnipeg band featuring Keri Latimer, Devin Latimer, Joanna Miller and Chris Dunn, performs on the patio at Poor Michael’s Emporium (322 Highway 10 in Onanole). Advance tickets are $25. Call 204-848-0336 for more information or visit us on Facebook.

FRIDAY

• 6:30 a.m. — The Harding Ag Society Fair kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., followed by light horse and miniature horse shows and a beef cattle show featuring Manitoba Angus Gold Show. Exhibition building opens at noon. A cold plate lunch and supper will be served by the Harding Community Club. Pole bending and MBRA starts at 6:30 p.m.

• 7:30 a.m. — Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition in Morris begins with a pancake breakfast at 7:30 a.m., other events include a Powwow demonstration at noon, pony chariot and chuckwagon racing and the RCMP Musical Ride at 2 p.m., and Manitoba’s only Professional Rodeo at 7 p.m. The pro-rodeo event is part of the Canadian Tour circuit and features the top names in bull riding, bronco-busting, tie-down roping, bareback riding and steer wrestling. Ground access (general admission to the fair, beer gardens, vendors and midway) are free of charge. For tickets to the Grandstand Show and Rodeo and a complete schedule, visit manitobastampede.ca.

• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Brandon Farmers’ Market takes place every Friday at The Town Centre (800 Rosser Ave.), featuring fresh produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickling, crafts, beeswax candles and more. Runs year-round.

• 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Westman Immigration Services and the Brandon Downtown BIZ are hosting a Downtown Summer Market on Fridays at 1001 Pacific Ave. featuring food trucks, local vendors and homemade goods.

• 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — Barbecue in support of 2024 Tools for School Program at Murray Chevrolet (1500 Richmond Ave.) For $5, you get you a hotdog, chips and a drink.

• 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. — The Salamander Summer Music Festival at Rideau Park (305 Park St.), featuring live music, food trucks, a mocktail lounge and licensed area for beer and alcohol sales, a kids area, artisans, crafters, vendors and more. Weekend passes: adults, $60; students, $50. Daily passes: adults, $25; youth 12 and over, $20; youth under 12, free. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit salamanderfest.ca.

• 7 p.m. — The 136th annual Oak Lake Agricultural Society Fair takes place over the weekend. Tonight features live music at the Hall featuring Straight Up Country, $15 admission. Fireworks at dusk.

SATURDAY

• All day — The 136th annual Oak Lake Agricultural Society Fair takes place with the Valleyview Co-op pancake breakfast at 7 a.m., a ranch horse competition, mini horse show, parade, light horse show, bacon chase, slo-pitch tournament, beef show, kids’ activities, beer gardens and MGRA.

• All day —Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition in Morris begins with a parade at 10 a.m., other events midway, Manitoba’s only Professional Rodeo at 2 p.m., and pony chuckwagon and chariot racing and the RCMP Musical Ride at 7 p.m. Ground access (general admission to the fair, beer gardens, vendors and midway) is free. For tickets to the grandstand show and rodeo and a complete schedule, visit manitobastampede.ca.

• 9 a.m. to noon — Farmers’ Market will be held in The Town Centre parkade every Saturday until Oct. 5. Features fresh produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickling, meats, crafts, beeswax candles, hand towels and much more! Free Saturday parking. Rain or shine, we’ve got you covered.

• 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — The Riverbank Discovery Centre Farmers’ Market (545 Conservation Dr.) features 37 full-time and part-time vendors offering a wide range of products. Event runs on Saturdays until the end of September.

• 10 a.m. — Yoga by the Lake at the main beach in Riding Mountain National Park. This is an all-levels community yoga class in collaboration with Parks Canada. Suggested donation $15, with all proceeds donated to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation.

• 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — The Minnedosa Agricultural Society Fair featuring horse and pony shows, heavy horse classes and the home living section in the Display Building. Canteen on grounds each day. Light breakfast available. No gate admission, but donations gratefully accepted.

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Self-guided tour of some of Brandon’s most beautiful private gardens. Get your free passport containing the participating gardens at brandon.ca/open-gardens or at The Greenspot, Livingstone Outdoor, Forbidden Flavours, Brydges or Brandon Riverbank.

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Sandy Lake Street Market takes place at 127 Main St.

• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Rawhide and Jelly Roll Makers Market (110 Wasagaming Dr.) Stroll through the Onanole Recreation Centre and meet the makers and artists behind their products. There will be jewellers, painters, candle-makers, woodworkers and many more talented local artists.

• 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Mid-Day Street Party on Neepawa’s Bourke Street (beside ArtsForward) featuring live music from local award-nominated band Midnight Renegade, live art displays, barbecue and more.

• 2 p.m. — Pilates and Plants class at Alternative Choice Garden Centre (34th and Patricia). Immerse yourself in the serene and uplifting atmosphere of a greenhouse setting, where you’ll experience a thoughtfully crafted blend of movements suitable for all bodies, ages, and abilities. There’s a $15 fee. To register, visit alternativegroup.ca/plants-and-pilates-class

• 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. — The Salamander Summer Music Festival at Rideau Park (305 Park St.) featuring live music, food trucks, mocktail lounge as well as a licensed area for beer and alcohol sales, kids area, artisans, crafters, vendors and more. Daily passes: adults $25; youth 12 and over $20; youth under 12 free entry. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit salamanderfest.ca.

• 6 p.m. — Duelling Pianos event with the incredible Aussie Rules players at Danceland (119 Wasagaming Dr.) Buffet dinner 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Piano show 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Dinner and piano show $65; Piano show only $30. Tickets available at staylakehouse.ca/events

• 8 p.m. — It’s a Colombian Party: Rumba with Sabor at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 3 (560 13th St. East) from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Live music, DJs, Latin dancing and a lot of fun. Entry fee $20. Latin dance class from 8 to 9 p.m.

SUNDAY

• All day — Cypress River Agricultural Fair kicks off with a breakfast from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Events include horse show, straw bale maze, King Farmer competition, exhibits and more. Cold plate and burgers available starting at noon. For more information visit rmofvictoria.com/p/cypress-river-agriculture-society

• All day — Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition in Morris continues with midway, RCMP Musical Ride and Manitoba’s only Professional Rodeo at 2 p.m. Ground access (general admission to the fair, beer gardens, vendors and midway) are free of charge. For tickets to the Grandstand Show and Rodeo and a complete schedule, visit manitobastampede.ca.

• 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Self-guided tour of beautiful gardens in Souris. A list of participating addresses is available at Plaza Petals and LT’s Corner Store, or by visiting Souris Garden Tours on Facebook.

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Self-guided tour of some of Brandon’s most beautiful private gardens. Get your free passport containing all the participating gardens at brandon.ca/open-gardens or at The Greenspot, Livingstone Outdoor, Forbidden Flavours, Brydges or Brandon Riverbank.

• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Rawhide and Jelly Roll Makers Market (110 Wasagaming Dr.) Stroll through the Onanole Recreation Centre and meet the makers and artists behind their products.

• 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. — Minnedosa Agricultural Society Fair featuring a miniature horse show, heavy horse show and Champion 4 horse classic. Supper available 4:30-6:30 p.m. Canteen on grounds each day. Light breakfast available. No gate admission, but donations gratefully accepted.

• 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. — The Salamander Summer Music Festival at Rideau Park (305 Park St.) featuring live music, food trucks, mocktail lounge as well as a licensed area for beer and alcohol sales, kids area, artisans, crafters, vendors and more. Daily passes: adults $25; youth 12 and over $20; youth under 12 free entry. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit salamanderfest.ca.

• 11 a.m. — The 136th annual Oak Lake Agricultural Society Fair continues with a combined worship service at St. Alban’s Anglican Church (Museum) followed by a picnic at the Hall hosted by the Garden Club.

MONDAY

• 8:45 a.m. — The Riverbank Discovery Centre is running a Swamp Camp for the following weeks: July 22-26; July 29-Aug 2; Aug. 12-16 and Aug. 19-23. This outdoor adventure is for children aged six to nine features outdoor exploration, crafts, activities and experiments. Morning programs: dropoff between 8:45 and 9 a.m.; Afternoon programs: dropoff between 12:45 and 1 p.m. To register: email programs@riverbank.mb.ca or call 204-717-8802.

• 6:30 p.m. — UCT Bingo takes place every Monday at 205 College Ave. Doors open at 4 p.m., with early bird start at 6:30 p.m. and regular games at 7:10 p.m. Canteen available. Proceeds stay in Brandon for needs in the community. Come enjoy a fun evening at minimal cost.

TUESDAY

• 11:45 a.m. — Rotary Club of Brandon #1344 meets at the Canad Inns at 1125 18th St. For more information, contact Don at 204-729-7188

• 6:30 p.m. — Every Tuesday, all summer long, join us for Music in the Park (Princess Park). Free. This week’s music by Monterey Jammers.

WEDNESDAY

• 1 to 4 p.m. — Join members of the Brandon Scrabble Club for an afternoon of Scrabble, coffee and laughs at the Brandon Public Library. Scrabble boards are provided, and all levels of skill are welcome to attend. No registration is required.

• 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. — The Brandon Embroiderers meet weekly to share their love of needlework, learn new skills and stitch together. All levels and abilities are welcome to attend. Call Dianne at 204-725-1445 or Darlene at 204-727-1624 for more info.

• 2 to 4 p.m. — Join us at Daly House Museum for our Summer Fun Program. Today it is Dig Day. Pre-registration is required by call Daly House at 204-1722 or email dalymuseum@wcgwave.ca. Please register by the Tuesday of the first program your child wishes to attend. There is a $12 registration fee for all programs. Next up: July 31, Terracotta Planter Painting and Bee Discs.

• 6 p.m. — The Erickson and District Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the world-famous RCMP Musical Ride at 37 Queen Elizabeth Ave. in Clanwilliam-Erickson. A team of 21 riders and horses bring you a truly spectacular performance showcasing their equestrian skill through a variety of formations and cavalry drills set to music. Also available during the day will be an Artisans Market at the curling club, local food vendors. Horses will be stabled at the Erickson Hockey Rink and will be open to visit with the riders and horses at 9 a.m. Pre-show at 6 p.m.; ride at 7 p.m. Online tickets available at Eventbrite.ca/

• 6 to 8 p.m. — Wednesday Knights at Chez Angela Bakery and Café (Unit C, 29 10th St.). The Brandon Knights Chess Club meets on Wednesday evenings. All skill levels are welcome.

AT THE CLUBS

(Note: Information is subject to change after print deadline.)

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — Come join us for live music on the back patio on Friday with Blue Violet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Then from 8 to 10 p.m., Just 4 Kicks takes the stage. Tickets are $11.98.

• Sand Hills Casino (777 Sand Hill Dr., Carberry) — Country/Rock band Mark Kogan & Rocket 88 performs at the Oasis Bar & Grill Friday and Saturday nights. Live and always free.

• The 40 (210 18th St. North) — Friday night features Homegrown Rock n Roll with Kingsway, Simple Jack and Pulling Pud. Saturday night’s Let’s Get Local lineup features Ill Advised, Brad Johnson & the Talent and JADE. Doors open at 9 p.m. $10 cover. Events are 18+ photo ID required.

• Georgie’s Lounge at the Keystone Motor Inn (1050 18th St.) — Every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight, there is karaoke in Georgie’s Lounge.

• Great Western Roadhouse (1125 18th St. at Canad Inns) — Come join us this weekend at Brandon’s party bar.

• Houstons Country Roadhouse (3130 Victoria Ave.) — Enjoy a cool one at Brandon’s biggest nightclub.

• Eagles Nest Bar & Grill (3500 McDonald Ave.) — Patio open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. come and enjoy our summer menu.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (Brandon Municipal Airport, Highway 10, 1.6 kilometres north of Brandon) — In honour of the RCAF’s 100th anniversary, the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Canada’s only air museum solely dedicated to the preservation of those who trained and fought for the British Commonwealth during the Second World War, has switched to summer hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a week at the Brandon Municipal Airport. Visitors will be invited to travel back to the 1940s while touring a Second World War-vintage hangar serving as a display area for aircraft, vehicles and hundreds of artifacts from that era. RCAF members who lost their lives during the Second World War are honoured on the museum’s RCAF Memorial wall.

• Daly House Museum (122 18th St., Brandon) — Built in 1882, the Daly House was the original home of Brandon’s first mayor, Thomas Mayne Daly. Artifacts include a collection of late 19th-century and early 20th-century furnishings, First World War memorabilia, toys, dolls and women’s wear. Currently on exhibit is “The Sound of History: Bands and Musicians of Western Manitoba” until Sept. 7. Museum hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. (September to June). Admission: $6 adults; $5 seniors and youth (6-18); family (up to two adults and three children) $12; children under five free. For more information, visit dalyhousemuseum.ca or call 204-727-1722.

• Royal Canadian Artillery Museum (Building N-118 Patricia Rd., CFB Shilo) — Our Second World War vehicle exhibit includes eight military vehicles used by Canadians during the Second World War. Military vehicles provided firepower, logistical support, mobility and protection for the Canadian Army, enhancing their effectiveness during the Second World War. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Admission: $10 adults; $5 seniors and students, children under six free. Phone 204-765-3000 (ext. 3570) or email RCAMuseum@forces.gc.ca.

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba (Unit 2, 710 Rosser Ave., Brandon) — Manitoba’s oldest centre for visual art and one of Canada’s first, the AGSM boasts two art galleries, studios for youth and adult classes and a gift shop that supports more than 90 Manitoban artists and artisans. In the Main Gallery: “Of Armour Bespoke, Of Fabric, Of Skin, Of Within.” In the Community Gallery: “Dysphoria,” running until Aug. 10. Hours: 4 to 9 p.m. Monday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free to visit the AGSM. For more information, visit agsm.ca.

• Killarney’s Heritage Home for the Arts (44 Water Ave., Killarney) — The Killarney Turtle Mountain Arts Council’s gallery is in the Heritage Home for the Arts. Gallery hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m. The gallery is closed all statutory holidays. Special tours can be arranged by calling the arts administrator at 204-554-0023. You can also visit Killarney-Turtle Mountain Arts Council on Facebook, @killarneyarts on Instagram or our website at killarneyarts.com

• 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum (within the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave.) — The museum is open Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed for lunch. Also open by appointment.

• Brandon General Museum and Archives (19 Ninth St., Unit 101) — Attractions include the Brandon History Hall, Manitoba Telephone History, the BJ Hales Natural History Collection and rotating exhibits celebrating Brandon’s roots. Guided tours and visits are Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Admission by donation. Booking in advance is strongly recommended. Phone 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.

• ArtsForward (293 Mountain Ave., Neepawa) — ArtsForward is the central arts venue in Neepawa in visual, literary, performing and material arts. Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondays to Thursdays; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays; closed on weekends.

• Virden Pioneer Home Museum (390 King St. West, Virden) — The museum house was built in 1888 by James F. Frame, a hardware and lumber merchant and prominent citizen in the community. The main house depicts how a family in the Victorian era would have lived. We also have two additional annexes and a coach house available for viewing. We are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesdays to Saturdays. For more information, email virdenpioneermuseum@wcgwave.ca or call 204-748-1659.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• July 25 — The Brandon General Museum and Archives (BGMA) and the Downtown Ambassadors present Historic Downtown Walking Tours. Tours will leave from Princess Park shortly after noon. Make sure to reserve a spot so we can keep an eye out for you. These walks are approximately one hour. Call 204-717-1514 to register or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca Upcoming dates: Aug. 8 and 22.

• July 25 — 365 Group for cancer survivors, caregivers and those who love them, meets at Murray House (521 Frederick St.) at 1 p.m.

• July 25-28 — Manitoba Threshermen’s Reunion and Stampede in Austin celebrating Manitoba’s agricultural roots and pioneering spirits. Events include Ride ‘n Roll Vintage Powersports Expo, Rodeo, Pioneer Power Parade, a performance by the RCMP Musical Ride, and hands-on demonstrations and fun educational experiences. It’s about history, it’s about community, it’s about family. And it’s about fun! For more information visit mbagmuseum.ca/reunion-stampede

• July 26 — Men’s Resource Centre of Brandon hosts a bocce ball fundraiser from 1 to 4 p.m. at Princess Park. To register your team or for additional information, contact office@brandonjohnhoward.ca

• July 26 — McLaughlin GM Car Show in Neepawa (154 Main St.) from 5 to 9 p.m. Enjoy horsepower, hot grills and cool tunes.

• July 26-28 — Dakota Oyate Wacipi (Sioux Valley Dakota Nation) Powwow celebrates the rich heritage, traditions and talents of Indigenous peoples from across the region.

• July 27 — Summer Multicultural Celebration at the Riverbank Discovery Centre (545 Conservation Dr.) 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

• July 27 — Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series continues at Section 6 Brewing Company from 2 to 4 p.m. Music provided by Scatterpattern, Harrumph! and Alexander Canada.

• July 27 — The Great Brandon Mystery (Family Edition) a competitive mystery solving program will see teams of 2-5 race against time to solve one of Brandon’s greatest mysteries. Participants will travel around solving challenging clues and puzzles, and complete challenges. It runs from 1 to 4 p.m. $25 for individuals; $100 for teams. Call 204-729-2471 for additional information.

• July 27 — Kickin’ it in Clanwilliam, a fundraiser for the Clanwilliam Hall & Curling Club. Supper at 5:30 p.m., followed by games and live music. For tickets, contact Liz at 204-868-0764 or Rhonda at 204-868-6113.

• July 27 — The Dust Rhinos, a high-energy Celtic folk rock band from Winnipeg, performs at 7:30 p.m. on the patio at Poor Michael’s (Highway 10 Onanole). Enjoy this group’s unique sound that blends traditional Celtic music with modern rock and roll. Tickets are $25 and available at Poor Michael’s.

• July 27 — Hawaiian Luau Party at Elkhorn Resort (3 Mooswa Dr. East, Onanole) starting at 5 p.m. Dinner, dancers and games. Early bird discounts in effect until July 21, after that tickets are $95 for adults, $35 for 12 and under. Call 204 848 2802 to reserve your spot.

• Aug. 2-4 — Rockin the Fields of Minnedosa with headliners Theory of a Deadman, Kim Mitchell, Colin James, Amanda Marshall, Prism, JJ Wilde, Toque, Econoline Crush and Molly Hatchet.

• Aug. 9-11 — Banana Days in Melita featuring the banana train, free banana splits, golf tournament, 3&83 Cruisers Show n’ Shine, dinosaur inflatables, and performances by Clubbing Fraggles and The Mike Sacharko Band.

• Aug. 12-21 — Introductory program for Pickleball basics and rules will be offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Sportsplex Arena. One hour of learning followed by one hour of gameplay. Equipment provided. Ages 16+. To register, visit brandon.ca/rec-programs or call 204 729-247. Cost $60.

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