Let’s Do Something — February 27, 2020

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TODAY

• 8:30 a.m. — “Walking Through Westman: Uncovering our Past” in the Gathering Space at John E. Robbins Library at Brandon University until 10 p.m. Curated by public history students, the exhibition reveals some of the interesting, unusual and important events, people and places that pepper the past in Brandon and Westman. It will be on display until the end of February during regular library hours.

• 9 a.m. — Tickets for Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa, which runs July 31 to Aug. 2, on sale starting today at rockinthefields.ca or 1-888-330-8333.

• 7 p.m. — Art History Trivia Night hosted by Brandon University’s Fine Arts Students Association at the Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art. Sign up as a team of four to six people for $20 by contacting Blaire at bufasa.eventscoordinator@gmail.com or be assigned a team and pay $5/person at the door. Limited space available. This event is for 18+. Wine is provided.

 

FRIDAY

• 9 a.m. — Winter Farmers’ Market at The Town Centre until 4 p.m. offering baking, handicraft and more.

• 1:30 p.m. — Senior Dance at Central Community Centre until 3:30 p.m. Live music. Light lunch to follow. $5 admission. Dances are held weekly up to and including May 8. For more info, contact Ken at 204-726-4822 or Murray at 204-728-7489.

• 3:40 p.m. — Deanna Smid of Brandon University’s Department of English and Creative Writing presents on the topic “Love in a Time of Colony Collapse Disorder” in room 104 of Clark Hall until 4:40 p.m.

• 5 p.m. — Trinity United Church hosts “Messy Church” until 7 p.m. Activities include games, crafts, singing, dancing and Bible Story. Kid-friendly supper. No charge. Everyone welcome. For the young and the young at heart.

• 6:30 p.m. — Powwow Club at Brandon University’s Healthy Living Centre until 8:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Open to all levels of experience. Additional date, Friday, March 6.

• 7 p.m. — Suzie Vinnick, three-time Juno nominee, performs at Home Routes Wawanesa, 325 Park St. in Wawanesa, until 10 p.m. Suzie has toured with both Stuart McLean’s Vinyl Café and the John McDermott Band. $20 admission, free for ages 12 and under.

• 8 p.m. — “Short Shots” — four plays in 40 minutes — featuring a little love, a little comedy, a little politics plus a little Tarantino for dessert. Presented by Brandon University Theatre group at the Evans Theatre. $10 admission at the door. For more info, contact 204-727-9662. 

 

SATURDAY

• 1 p.m. — Loose Parts Extravaganza at Creation Nation Maker Space, 440 Rosser Ave., until 3 p.m. Come for a tour and stay and make a hot glue gun holder. $25 admission, or $20 admission and a grocery bag or ice-cream pail of loose parts. For more info, including registration information, contact Holly at holly-orr@outlook.com or Janet at jberezowecki@outlook.com

• 7:30 p.m. — Pro Series Concert at Lorne Watson Recital Hall, Brandon University. Program features world-renowned clarinetist Franklin Cohen and includes Bartok’s “Contrasts” and Mozart’s “Kegelstadt Trio.” $20 admission for adults, $15 for students, seniors and alumni.

• 7:30 p.m. — Sadie Hawkins Dance for Youth Ages 12-17 at Park Community Centre, 1428 Louise Ave., until 11:30 p.m. 

• 8 p.m. — “Short Shots” — four plays in 40 minutes — featuring a little love, a little comedy, a little politics plus a little Tarantino for dessert. Presented by Brandon University Theatre group at the Evans Theatre. $10 admission at the door. For more info, contact 204-727-9662. 

• 8 p.m. — Assiniboine Community College Cougars host the North Dakota State University Bison in women’s hockey at the Sportsplex. 

• 8 p.m. — Leap Year Dance at the ANAF Unit 10, 31 14th St., from 8 p.m.-midnight. Music by DJ Terry. 50/50 Draw and Perfume Draw. Members and non-members welcome. No admission cost.

 

SUNDAY

• DAY — The skating oval is open for the 2019-20 winter season. Bring your skates, bring your family and enjoy the amazing ice paths all throughout the Waterfall of Lights display. The skating oval is free. Oval is unsupervised, so use at your own risk. No sticks or pucks allowed. No pets allowed. CSA-approved helmets strongly recommended. Lights go off at 11 p.m.  

• 8 a.m. — Assiniboine Community College Cougars host the North Dakota State University Bison in women’s hockey at the Sportsplex.

• 10 a.m. — Craft Sale upstairs at Elton Community Centre in Forrest until 4 p.m. featuring crafts by Manitobans. Available items include baking, jams, jewelry, knitting, wooden signs and more.

• 2 p.m. — Guided Winter Nature Walk departs from Crow’s General Store. Join us for a 1-2 hour interpretive tour of Brandon’s east-end riparian woods, following trails that are sometimes developed and sometimes entirely natural. All ages are welcome. Dress for the weather, with special attention to the feet … there is some deeper snow out there!  

• 2 p.m. — “Short Shots” — four plays in 40 minutes — featuring a little love, a little comedy, a little politics plus a little Tarantino for dessert. Presented by Brandon University Theatre group at the Evans Theatre. $10 admission at the door. For more info, contact 204-727-9662. 

 

AT THE CLUBS

• Sand Hills Casino — Interactive DJ nights at Oasis Lounge at 8:30 p.m. both Friday and Saturday. Listen to your favourite tunes and dance the night away.

• Lady of the Lake — “Lucky Ned” brings eclectic acoustic music to the Lady on Friday from 8-10 p.m. $5 cover.

• Prairie Firehouse — Michelle and the Wheat City Jug Band entertain Friday from 7:30-10:30 p.m.

• Georgie’s Lounge and Patio — Karaoke in the lounge on Friday nights.

• The 40 — ZZ Topless a tribute to the famous Texas Trio — right down to the beards — performs Friday at 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 9 p.m. $10 cover.

• Houstons — Petric entertains Friday at 9 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $15, $20 admission at the door.

• Guinness Tavern — Karaoke Thursday at 9:30 p.m. Jan Ek and Friends perform Friday at 9 p.m. Saturday is Latino Night at 9 p.m. 

• The Roadhouse —  The focal point of the club is a large dance floor complete with elevated dance platforms, intelligent lighting and state-of-the-art digital sound. 

 

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba — “Unearthed” by Candace Lipischak on display in the Community Gallery until March 7. “This Too Shall Pass” and “Flags of Unsung Countries” on display in the Main Gallery until March 21.

• Artist Heart Studio and Gallery — Located at 1108 Rosser Ave. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 

• Arts West Council Travelling Gallery — Twenty works selected from the Arts West’s Juried Show make up a travelling gallery. On display at the Newdale Drop-in Centre until March 14.

• Brandon General Museum and Archives — Open Tuesday to Friday 1-4 p.m. and Saturdays noon-4 p.m. Exhibits include “Behind Brandon’s Green Door — Bottling History of the City,” “Manitoba Telephone History,” “Glimpses of Brandon’s Past” and the BJ Hales Natural History Collection.

• 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 is open 1-4 p.m., seven days a week at the Brandon Municipal Airport.

• Daly House Museum — “Sites of Grieving, Sites of Memory: Remembering the Great War” until April 4. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Admission charged.

• Doll Museum — Collection of Barbies, vinyls, miniatures and porcelain dolls. Open Monday to Friday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Located at Shady Lane Tea Room on the Trans-Canada Highway, four kilometres east of Highway 10. $4 admission. For info, contact 204-728-1245. 

• Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art — Open Wednesday to Saturday from 2-6 p.m; Thursday 2-8 p.m.

• Heritage Arts Centre Gallery, Hamiota — Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1-4 p.m., but call 204-764-2400 to confirm.

• Heritage Home for the Arts, Killarney — Exhibition of works by Rosemary Dzus, “A Year on the Water,” on display until Feb. 28. Open noon-4 p.m. Monday to Friday.

• Royal Canadian Artillery Museum — An award-winning national museum that has five major galleries and more than 40 vehicles and guns located outside in the Gun Park. Located at CFB Shilo. Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission charged. 

• 12th Street Studio/Gallery/B&B — “In a Blur, Photographic Impressions,” an exhibition by Brandon artists Amy Buehler and Doug Derksen, on display until April 29. Located at 307 12th St., the gallery is open Mondays 7-9 p.m.; Wednesdays 1-4 p.m.; Saturdays 1-5 p.m. or by appointment by calling 204-726-5170.  

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

• Tiger Hills Arts Association Gallery — Mary Wood-McNeil’s “Family Portraits,” depicting moments in time captured forever on paper with chalk pastel, on display until Feb. 28. Gallery located at 103 Broadway St. in Holland. 

• Virden Pioneer Home Museum — Depicts a family home in the Victorian era and additional annexes include a post office, school room, medical, folk art and military displays. Open by appointment only, call 204-748-1659.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS 

• March 2 — East End Sunshine Club meets Monday afternoons 1:30-4 p.m. at the East End Community Centre, Victoria Avenue and Park Street, for cards followed by lunch. New members welcome. For more info, call Marlene at 204-727-3539.

• March 2 — Ian August, a Métis painter and sculptor, will give a public talk at the Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art at 7:30 p.m.

• March 3 — The Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #3 meets in the banquet hall at 560 13th St. East at 7 p.m.

• March 3 — “The Price is Right Live” at Westoba Place at 7:30 p.m. Visit the box office or go to tickets.keystonecentre.com

• March 3 — Twin Flames plays at Neepawa’s Roxy Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Tickets on sale at ArtsForward.

• March 3-4 — “Little Mermaid Jr.” presented by Virden and District Youth Choir at the Virden Aud Theatre at 7 p.m. both nights. $15 for adults, $10 for ages 10 and under. Tickets available at the Flower Attic.

• March 4 — Nifty Needlers Quilting Group meets at the First Baptist Church, 3881 Park Ave., from 9:30-11:30 a.m. The group meets Wednesdays on a biweekly basis. All are welcome. For more info, contact Charlotte at 204-728-0268.

• March 5 — Westman Gardeners meets in the Central Community Centre at 7 p.m. The topic will be “Friends of the Bluebirds.” The speaker is Phil Weiss, who will share first-hand knowledge about caring for cavity migrant song birds in Westman. $3 admission for guests. For more information, call 204-571-0224.

• March 6 — For the Love of Chocolate Retro Prom in support of KidSport West at the Victoria Inn. Cocktails at 7 p.m., followed by entertainment, including comedian Kelly Taylor, prizes, a live auction, themed photo booth and of course … chocolate. $60 admission. Tickets available through Eventbrite.ca. For questions regarding online ticket sales, please contact Amy at 204-720-0172 or west@sportmanitoba.ca

• March 6 — Ladies’ Night Wine And Win hosted by the Kinette Club at Kin Village, 1511 Rosser Ave., from 7-10:30 p.m. Games, appetizers and beverages will be available. For entry, purchase a $10 ticket and bring a bottle of wine (no homemade wines). To purchase tickets contact Darlene at 204-730-0927.

• March 6 — World Day of Prayer 2020 Ecumenical Worship Service at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Russell Street and Louise Avenue East, at 7 p.m. Topic is “Visiting the country of Zimbabwe.”

• March 7 — Assiniboine Community College Cougars host a women’s hockey alumni game at 2:15 p.m. at the Sportsplex.

• March 7 — Night Hike at Spruce Woods Provincial Park 6-8:30 p.m. Join the park interpreter at sunset for this three-kilometre walk through forest and prairie on Yellow Quill Trail. Register online at eventbrite.ca/e/winter-night-hike-registration-84984782773 or through the Friends of Spruce Woods Facebook page.

• March 7 — Brandon Wheat Kings return home to Westoba Place to host the Prince Albert Raiders at 7:30 p.m. It is Kids’ Night with specials at the ticket office and the concessions.

• March 7-8 — Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference Final Four and Championship matches in men’s and women’s futsal at the Healthy Living Centre.

• March 8 — Westman Jams invites music lovers of all ages and abilities to join us for friendship, music and fun from 2-5 p.m. at the Brandon Legion, 560 13th St. East. Admission by donation only. For more info, call Daniel at 204-573-0882. 

• March 8 — Konetkis Choir, with singers from the communities of Carberry, Virden, Moosomin, Killarney, Brandon, Minnedosa, Erickson, Souris and Newdale, performs at the Deloraine Theatre at 2:30 p.m. $25 admission for adults, $15 for students.

• March 10 — Bowl for Kids’ Sake hosted by Big Brothers and Sisters at Thunderbird Bowl 5-8:30 p.m. To register your team of 4-5 members, call 204 727-1787. 

• March 10 — “Janzen Boys,” a family trio from Winnipeg, performs at the Souris Avalon Theatre at 7:30 p.m. $20 admission, tickets available at Plaza Petals or from Sharon Dunn 204-483-2001.

• March 12 — Human Condition Spring Comedy Tour 8 p.m. at The 40, 210 18th St. North. Tickets by Eventbrite. $20 admission. Proceeds to Brandon Humane Society. 

• March 12 — Gord Bamford’s #Rednek Music Fest at Westoba Place at 7 p.m. Show includes performances by Jojo Mason and Andrew Hyatt. For tickets, visit the box office or go to tickets.keystonecentre.com

• March 12 — Adult Clay Hand Building Gnome class at Fun Time Pottery 6:30-9 p.m. $35 plus tax includes two figures, with firings and painting included. RSVP deposit required. For more info, contact 204-728-4659.

• March 12-14 — Mecca Productions presents “Spamalot” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday; matinee performance Saturday at 2 p.m. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• March 13 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Regina Pats at 7:30 p.m. at Westoba Place.

• March 14 — Children’s Book Sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1228 Rosser Ave. Huge private collection of children’s books that are brand new or gently used.

• March 14 — 13th Annual Northern Pike Classic Ice Fishing Derby at Lake Wahtopanah, Rivers from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $3,200 in cash prizes, adult ticket required. $25 admission of members of Rivers Game and Fish Association; $30 for adults; $5 for youth 15 and under. Tickets available in Rivers at Tempo Place, Home Hardware Building Centre and in Brandon at Jo-Brook Outdoors and Brandon Home Hardware Building Centre. For more information, contact Bruno at 204-761-1264 or Evan at 204-729-6606.

• March 14 — St. Patrick’s Day Afternoon Tea at Dragonfly Delights, 339 12th St., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

• March 14 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Saskatoon Blades at 7:30 p.m. at Westoba Place.

• March 14 — Forever Young Club Brandon invites you to wear green and shake your shamrocks at its St. Patrick’s Day Dance at the Carroll Community Club from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Music by “DJ Double Clutch’n Dave” will include hits from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s. $12 admission for members; $15 for non-members. For more info, contact James at 204-851-3899 or Christine/Les at 204-729-8945.

• March 14 — The Andrew Collins Trio performs at the Royal Canadian Legion, Killarney at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $30 admission. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Heritage Home for the Arts, Lewis & Jones, or Sweet
Pea & Willow.

• March 14 — Praise Night, an evening of singing praise songs, at First Christian Reformed Church, 1509 Victoria Ave., from 7:30-9 p.m.

• March 15 — Roast Beef Supper at the Royal Canadian Legion #3, 560 13th St. East. Doors open at 4:45 p.m. with supper at 5:30 p.m. $15 admission, $8 for ages 6-10.  

• March 15 — Louisiana Hayride Show, featuring studio stage set, amazing tribute artists and live band, at 7 p.m. at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. $49.25 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• March 16 — Brandon University Low Brass Recital at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at Brandon University at 7:30 p.m. No admission charge. 

• March 17 — Snowed In Comedy Tour featuring four international comedians at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 8 p.m. $45 admission for adults, $35 for seniors, $25 for students. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• March 17-21 — Rotary Club of Minnedosa hosts a Book Sale at the 50+ Centre, 31 Main St. Hours are Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. Donations for the sale can be dropped off at the Minnedosa Library and Minnedosa Heritage Co-op. For large scale pickup of donations, call Peggy/Tony at 204-867-2113.

• March 18 — Make and Take Night hosted by the Brandon Riverbank Discovery Centre 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for a workshop on building birdhouses. Dave Barnes of Assiniboine Food Forest will share his knowledge and expertise. $40 admission includes supplies to build one birdhouse to take home, as well as light refreshments. Get your tickets at eventbrite.ca/e/riverbank-make-and-take-building-birdhouses-with-affi-tickets-91666985421

• March 18 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Moose Jaw Warriors at 7 p.m. at Westoba Place. This is Raincheck Night, so any unused ticket from the second half of the season can be exchanged for a ticket to tonight’s game. Service fees apply.

• March 19-20 — Brandon Jazz Festival concerts at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. both nights. $28 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office. 

• March 19 — Daly House Museum’s Annual Gala Dinner at the Ukrainian Reading Association Hall at 6 p.m. Event includes a roast beef dinner and the presentation of an “Old Time Radio Show” staged by the Assiniboine Theatre Company. Proceeds from the event will go to Daly House Museum, to support the archives and research for future exhibits. $60 for non-members and $55 for members. Charitable receipts will be issued for a portion of the ticket price. Call 204-727-1722 to order your tickets. Deadline is March 14. 

• March 20-22 — Game Jam at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba. Advance registration required. Ages 14+  Register your team at mediaideas.ca  This is a free event. For more info, contact the Gallery at 204-727-1036.

• March 20-22 — “Clemency,” about the psychological and emotional demons faced by a prison warden charged with carrying out death row executions, screens at the Evans Theatre at 7:30 p.m. $6 admission. $2 concession items.

• March 21 — AbbyJade at the N’Clave, 318 11th St., 5 p.m. until midnight. $10 cover, cash or etransfer at the door.

• March 21 — Brandon Beer Tasting Festival 7-10 p.m. at the Victoria Inn. $30 admission. Tickets available at all Brandon Liquor Stores.

• March 21 — Brandon Wheat Kings play host to the Winnipeg Ice in the final regular season game of the 2019-20 season. Start time is 7:30 p.m. at Westoba Place. This is Awards Night.

• March 21 — Club 77 Dance at Shriners Hall, 1110 McTavish Ave. East, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Music by Len Gadica. $12 admission for members and associates, $15 for non-members.

• March 21-22 — Crocus Obedience and Kennel Club hosts an Agilty Trial at the Agricultural Centre of Excellence in the Keystone Centre. Dogs and their handlers will navigate courses that include jumps, tunnels, weave poles and more.

• March 22 — Brandon University Guitar Ensemble performs at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at Brandon University at 2:30 p.m. No admission charge.

• March 22 — “Anne of Green Gables” ballet at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. $50 admission for adults, $40 for seniors, $30 for students, $20 for dance students and for children. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office. 

• March 27 — Lyle Baldwin performs at the Heritage Home for the Arts, 44 Water St. in Killarney, from 7-10 p.m. $20 admission per person. Email or call the Heritage Home for the Arts to reserve your seat no later than the Thursday before the performance at ktmartscouncil@gmail.com or 431-734-0394.

• March 28 — “Gangspil” featuring two of Denmark’s leading folk musicians (Sonnich Lydom & Kristian Bugge) performs at Home Routes Wawanesa, 325 Park St. in Wawanesa, from 7-10 p.m. Join them for a tour around the music traditions of their home country. $20 admission, free for ages 12 and under.

• March 28 — Brandon University Orchestra performs at St. Matthew’s Cathedral, 403 13th St., at 7:30 p.m. $12 admission for adults; $8 for students.

• March 28 — Prairie Social Club hosts a dance at the Park Avenue Activity Centre, 311 Park Ave. East, from 8-11:30 p.m. Music by “Nite Life.” Age range for this event is 50+, male dancers are welcomed. $12 admission for members and associates; $15 for non-members. For more info, call Lorraine at 204-725-2389.

• March 28-29 — Maple Syrup Tours at the Assiniboine Food Forest. Visit Brandon’s only working sugar shack, go on a guided tour of the sugar bush, and learn first‑hand how this traditional Canadian delicacy is produced. Following a one‑hour tour, participants are invited to stay and enjoy family time around the bonfire. Hotdogs and pancakes with fresh‑made Treesblood Farm maple syrup will be available for purchase. Tour times to be announced. Pre‑book for this tour at assiniboinefoodforest.com 

• March 29 — Brandon University Chorale and Concert Choir perform at Knox United Church, 451 18th St., at 3 p.m. $12 admission for adults; $8 for students.

• March 30-April 3 — Spring Break Kids’ Art Classes at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba for children ages 6-9 and 9-12. $50 for full-day, $20 for morning, $30 for afternoon. Register online at agsm.ca or in-person at the Gallery. For more info, contact 204-727-1036 or visit agsm.ca

• March 30-April 4 — Royal Manitoba Winter Fair at the Keystone Centre.

• March 31 — Taxidermy Tuesday at the Brandon General Museum and Archives, 19 Ninth St. from 5-7 p.m. This is a still-life open studio. Subjects will be briefly discussed and introduced beforehand. Bring your own paper and art supplies. Wet and dry media are both allowed. This open studio is available the last Tuesday of each month (unless stated otherwise). Drop-in fee of $5 with coffee and tea available for participants.

• April 1-4 — Rotary Club of Brandon hosts its Spring Book Sale at the Victoria Inn (Imperial Ballroom). Sale hours are: Wednesday 5-8 p.m.; Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Donations for the sale can be dropped off now in the yellow Rotary bins conveniently located at various Brandon businesses.

• April 2 — Jesse Cook: The Tempest 25 Tour at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 8 p.m. $55.50 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• April 4 — “Yesterday Once More” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7 p.m. Celebrating the music of ABBA, The Carpenters, The 5th Dimension and The Mamas & Papas. $61.60 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office. 

• April 5 — Dan Frechette, an award-winning Canadian songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and educator, performs at Home Routes Wawanesa, 325 Park St. in Wawanesa, from 7-10 p.m. $20 admission, free for ages 12 and under.

• April 10-12 — Brandon Home & Leisure Show at the Keystone Centre.

• April 13 — Trent McClellan from “This Hour Has 22 Minutes” brings his “Hunt for Happiness Comedy Tour” to the Prairie Firehouse, 637 Princess Ave., 7-8:30 p.m. $30 admission. Tickets available on Eventbrite.ca

• April 16-18 — “Frozen Jr.” presented by Mecca Productions at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Evening performances at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The Saturday matinee performance at 3 p.m. is preceded by a special children’s event at 1 p.m. For more info, visit wmca.ca. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office. 

• April 16-19 — Brandon Rock N’ Gem Show featuring more than 41,000 kilograms of hand-selected pieces at the Keystone Centre. Free admission.

• April 17-19 — Manitoba Horse Expo at the Keystone Centre. Trainers Showcase, Spring Fever Horse Sale, Trade Show, Petting Zoo/Kiddies Section, Off-Track Thoroughbred Challenge, $10,000 Manitoba Money Run Barrel Slot Race, Versatility Cow Horse Challenge, Clinicians, Speakers, Cowboy Church, Networking and more.

• April 18 — Brandon’s Largest Garage Sale at the Keystone Centre 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 

• April 20-25 — Strathclair Drama Club stages the Broadway musical “Mary Poppins.”

• April 23 — International Wine & Food Festival at the Manitoba Institute of Culinary Arts. Culinary Arts and Hotel and Restaurant Management students research and prepare 40 fabulous wine and food pairings from around the world for an evening of culinary delight. $75 admission. Tickets on sale March 26. Maximum of four tickets per caller. Call 204-725-8738 or 800-862-6307 ext 6516.

 • April 25 — Gold Leaf Events Spring Craft and Gift Market 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Dome building, Keystone Centre grounds. $2 admission, children 12 and under free. Proceeds from this event will go to PAWSitive Pack Animal Rescue Group. 

• April 25 — Trade and Craft Sale with more than 30 vendors hosted by the Navy League of Canada Brandon Branch at the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave., from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Silver collection.

• April 25 — Professional Bull Riders perform at the Keystone Centre as part of the Touring Pro’s Division Mazergroup Chute Out. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or in person at the box office. 

• April 29 — Jordin Tootoo: Inclusivity Matters presentation at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. $24.15 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• April 29-May 1 — Mental Health on the Prairies Conference hosted by Brandon University. For more information, visit the conference website at BrandonU.ca/mhp.

• May 1 — Hotel California: The Original Eagles Tribute at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. $49.50 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• May 5-7 — “Freaky Friday” presented by Virden Collegiate students at the Virden Auditorium Theatre. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Matinee performance on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. $22 admission.

• May 10 — Mother’s Day Quilt Show at the Homesteader’s Village in Austin 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission by donation. 

• May 10 — Mother’s Day Brunch at the International Peace Garden 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

• May 20 — Touch a Truck Brandon 2020 at the Keystone Centre 9 a.m.-4 p.m. A family-friendly event where kids of all ages can climb, touch and explore big trucks or all kinds. $5 admission per person, pay at the gate (cash only). A barbecue, bouncy castles, face painting and more.

• May 23 — Relay for Life hosted by the Brandon branch of the Canadian Cancer Society, at the Keystone Centre from noon-6 p.m. Come together for a day full of events and activities, walking the track, food and socializing and raising money for a great cause.  

• May 23 — Streetheart plays The 40 beginning at 8:30 p.m. $35 admission. Tickets available through eventbrite.ca

• May 29 — “High Valley” performs at Westoba Place at 7 p.m. $39.95-$65.95 admission. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or in person at the box office.

• May 31 — 2020 Westman Dreams for Kids Country Fair at the Riverbank Discovery Centre.

• June 12-14 — Fire and Fibre Retreat for fibre artists and ceramicists in Riding Mountain National Park hosted by Wasagaming Community Arts. Registration details available beginning March 1 at wasagamingcommunityarts.com

• June 21 — Baby Shark Live at Westoba Place at 4 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or in person at the box office.

• June 21 — “Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 7 p.m. $69 admission, $36 for children 12 and under. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

• July 7 — Canadian rock supergroups Big Wreck, Headstones, Moist and The Tea Party team up for the Saints And Sinners 2020 tour this summer, and they’re coming to Westoba Place. Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.keystonecentre.com or in person at the box office.

• July 11 — “Race the North Face” event in the Brandon Hills featuring five-, 10- and 25-kilometre trail runs. With 50 kilometres of single-track trails winding through the oak trees and more vertical than one would expect from the Prairies, your legs, lungs and heart are sure to be challenged in the best way possible. The event will be raising funds for Westman Trail Association that maintain the trails year-round for biking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing etc. Registration required. Visit us on Facebook at for updates, including registration information.

• July 31-Aug. 2 — Rockin’ the Fields in Minnedosa featuring Nazareth, Loverboy, Our Lady Peace and more. Tickets on sale now at rockinthefields.ca or 1-888-330-8333.

• Aug. 7-8 — Manitoba 150 Celebration at the International Peace Garden.

• Oct. 30 — Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute show at 7:30 p.m. at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. $49.50 admission. Tickets available online at wmca.ca, by phone at 204-728-9510 or at the box office.

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