Let’s Do Something — Nov. 20, 2025

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TODAY

• 1:30 p.m. — Taoist Tai Chi meets every Thursday afternoon at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) until 3 p.m.

• 2 p.m. — Brandon General Museum and Archives’ Show and Tell presentation: Remembering the Prince Edward Hotel with Tony Griffin. We are proud to present an afternoon tea with Tony Griffin, former manager of the Prince Edward Hotel from 2 to 4 p.m. We will also screen the wonderful “Tales From The Eddy” video. Memorabilia from Tony’s personal collection as well as items from the BGMA will be on display. Complimentary beverages and dainties are included. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through the Parks and Recreation department by visiting brandon.ca/rec-programs or by calling 204-729-2471.

• 5 p.m. — Join us at WIS Multicultural Centre (403 13th St.) for Global Café Meet Up, every Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. Hang out, laugh, snack and join a chill mix of games, music, crafts and surprises. Just some good fun. For more information, visit Westman Immigrant Services.

• 6 p.m. — The third annual WestmAnimation Festival screening takes place at the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba with Rural Arts Westman. New short animations submitted by local animators and a curated selection from the National Film Board of Canada. Show starts at 6 p.m. Entrance is located inside The Town Centre parkade in the far northeast corner.

• 7 p.m. — Vincent Massey High School performs its musical production of “Once Upon A One More Time,” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Fairy-tale princesses discover that their “happily ever afters” might not be so great after all and strive to take back their own stories. Features a jukebox score of hits by Britney Spears. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 8 p.m. — Global comedy superstar Russell Peters: RELAX World Tour takes place in at the Assiniboine Credit Union Place at the Keystone Centre at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.

FRIDAY

• 9 a.m. — The Brandon Farmers’ Market takes place every Friday at The Town Centre (800 Rosser Ave.) with seasonal produce, baking, jams and jellies, pickling, crafts and more until 4 p.m. This market runs year-round.

• Noon — Join the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba, the John Howard Society and Manitoba Corrections for a lunch and learn event on the topic of restorative justice in the context of the exhibition “Healing for the Broken Hearted,” which features new art and comments by incarcerated Manitobans. A light lunch will be provided. Please RSVP on the AGSM website for this free event.

• 1:30 p.m. — Central Senior Dances take place at the Central Community Centre (529 Fourth St.) every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Music by Prairie Fire. Coffee and cookies to follow. Cost is $15 per person. For more information, contact Donald Livesley at 431-763-5470 or Albert Sangster at 204-761-2938.

• 2 p.m. — The Rivers and District Chamber of Commerce Holiday Celebration takes place at the Riverdale Community Centre with a free skate, kids’ activities and games, free photos with Santa, free hotdog and hot chocolate. The parade begins at 7 p.m.

• 6 p.m. — Join the Westman Scottish Association for their fifth anniversary Whisky Tasting event at the Riverbank Discovery Centre. Doors open at 6 p.m. The journey across Scotland through scotch starts at 7 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Tickets are $50 each.

• 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. — The Brandon University Bobcats basketball teams host Regina at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game starts at 6 p.m., followed by the men at 8 p.m.

• 7 p.m. — Vincent Massey High School performs their musical production of “Once Upon A One More Time,” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Fairy-tale princesses discover that their “happily ever afters” might not be so great after all and strive to take back their own stories. Features a jukebox score of hits by Britney Spears. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 7:30 p.m. — “Eleanor the Great” is playing at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

SATURDAY

• 10 a.m. — A Snowman Wonderland will be held at the Clarion Inn & Suites (3130 Victoria Ave.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 50 tables to shop from, 50/50 draw, raffle prizes to be won. Silver collection at the door with proceeds going to Funds For Furry Friends.

• 10 a.m. — Gold Leaf Events presents a Christmas Market in Sandy Lake at the Sandy Lake Seniors Drop-In Centre (100 Main St.) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop from local makers and sellers. Admission is $2; children 12 and under are free. There will be Market Dollar giveaways, free coffee and hot chocolate, a raffle with proceeds to the Erickson & Area Food Bank and much more.

• 10 a.m. — St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (361 Russell St.) is hosting a Christmas Market from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. featuring baking, preserves and much, much more.

• 11 a.m. — Livingstone Outdoor and Weddings by Abby are hosting the annual Drop-in Pet Photos with Santa fundraiser for the Brandon Humane Society from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Minimum $20 donation with all proceeds to the BHS. There is a private entrance and room for the photos for any anxious animals.

• 1 p.m. — The Brandon Hills Model Railway Club meets every Saturday at the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (H-hut) from 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission, but donations are welcome. For more information, contact Barry at 204-724-7603; Erich at 204-761-1244; or Tony at 204-761-2631.

• 3 p.m. — Brandon and Westman Registered Music Teachers’ Association presents Canada Music Week with a concert at the R.D. Bell Hall in the Brandon University Music building. The concert features music students from across the region in a celebration of Canadian composers. Admission is by donation.

• 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. — The Brandon University Bobcats basketball teams host Regina at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game starts at 5 p.m., followed by the men at 7 p.m.

• 6 p.m. — The 2025 Brandon Santa Parade will light up the streets at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is Winter Wonderland. The parade will start at Sixth Street and Rosser Avenue and travel to 17th Street, up to Princess Avenue and back to Sixth Street. Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected along the parade route to support Christmas Cheer.

• 7 p.m. — The Strathclair Theatre Chorus concert takes place at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.). This 50-voice mixed chorus is directed by David Wolfe. Tickets are $25 and available by calling the church office at 204-728-4796.

• 7 p.m. — Vincent Massey High School performs its musical production of “Once Upon A One More Time,” at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Fairy-tale princesses discover that their “happily ever afters” might not be so great after all and strive to take back their own stories. Features a jukebox score of hits by Britney Spears. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 7:30 p.m. — “Eleanor the Great” is playing at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

SUNDAY

• 2 p.m. — “Eleanor the Great” is playing at the Evans Theatre (Brandon University). Admission is $7. Cash only. All concession items $2.

• 3:30 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents Jaca Live! The Jaca duo of clarinet player Wesley Ferreira and guitarist Jaxon Williams bring energy, artistry and a fresh twist on classical and world music to Brandon’s stage. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

MONDAY

• 10 a.m. — Join us for line dancing at Seniors for Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level 1: easy beginner, no experience, Mondays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m.; Level 2: advanced, some experience is recommended, understanding of basic steps and terminology, Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in classes or punch cards can be purchased. Members, $4; non-members, $6. For more info, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 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.

• 7 p.m. — Women in Harmony chorus rehearses on Mondays at Trinity United Church in Brandon (1515 Sixth St.). If you would like to check out a rehearsal to see if singing barbershop music with a dynamic and welcoming group of women is for you, join us Mondays at 7 p.m. For more information, call Naomi at 204-724-5152 or email womeninharmony1975@gmail.com.

• 7:30 p.m. — Trio Improbable! — a concert of music for the improbable combination of clarinet, horn and piano featuring Colin Mehmel, clarinet; Callie Siverson, horn; Danielle Guina, piano — takes place at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. No admission charge. Everyone is welcome.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents Sloan — A Tour de Force! Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

TUESDAY

• 11:45 a.m. — The Rotary Club of Brandon #1344 meets regularly the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Canad Inns Brandon. For more information, contact Don at 204-729-7188.

• 5 p.m. — Global Café Rhythm & Roots takes place at WIS Multicultural Centre (403 13th St.) from 5 to 7 p.m. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of global traditions, from crafts to snacks, stories to dance. Today features Eritrea. For more information, visit Westman Immigrant Services.

• 7:30 p.m. — Pro Series: Linda Ruan, piano, will take place at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. Tickets are available at the door. Adults $20; Brandon University and Conservatory of Music students attend at no charge.

WEDNESDAY

• 1:30 p.m. — Come and join us for line dancing at Seniors for Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level 2: advanced; some experience is recommended, understanding of basic steps and terminology. Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Drop-in classes or punch cards are available for purchase. Members, $4; non-members, $6. For more information, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 7 p.m. — Taoist Tai Chi at Trinity United Church (1515 Sixth St.) every Wednesday evening until 8:30 p.m. Our leaders will guide you through the practice, which is part of an ancient tradition dating back to the 13th century.

• 7:30 p.m. — Gateway Events presents Brent Butt Live at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium with special guest. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Virden Theatre Productions presents “Something Rotten!” at the Virden Auditorium Theatre. Tickets are available at 3common.com.

AT THE CLUBS

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

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — The Clubbing Fraggles perform on Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. There’s a $10 cover. Upcoming: Nov. 28, House of Hex — Magical Holiday Drag Show.

• The 40 (210 18th St. North, Brandon) — Vintage Voltage take to the stage at The 40 this weekend.

• 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.

• Sand Hills Casino (777 Sand Hill Dr., Carberry) — Rocketbilly performs classic rock/country on Friday and Saturday in the Oasis Bar and Grill. Live and always free.

• Eastside Eatery (1451 Richmond Ave.) — The Hall at Eastside Eatery presents a night of home grown rock n’ roll with Simple Jack from Hamiota; Year Xero from Dauphin; 50 Cal. from Winnipeg and Paradise on Fire from Steinbach all on Friday. Doors open at 8 p.m.; music at 9 p.m. $15 cover. This is an all-ages event. On Saturday, Peg City Soundoff presents Toy Sun, Matt Cory, Run Its Course and Year Xero at 9 p.m. Cover charge is $10.

• Section 6 Brew Company (1126 Princess Ave.) — Every last Wednesday of the month is Pub Quiz night at Section 6. Starts at 7 p.m. No registration required. Gather a group of 2-6 friends. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

• North Hill Inn (1129 Braecrest Dr.) — Get ready for a full night of rhythm, style and Latin energy with Latin Night. David Gomez and Davier Gomez bring the heat with high-energy mixes all night long. Cover is $10 – cash only.

• Great Western Roadhouse (1125 18th St. at Canad Inns) — On Friday, we are mixing it up with new music, favourite hits and throwback rewinds all night long. Saturday is the Brandon University Nursing Class of 2026 Code Blue social. Tickets are $10. 50/50 and prizes. Wear blue! Mondays at the Roadhouse are Poker Nights. Free to play. Doors open at 7 p.m. Play continues until there is a winner.

• Houstons Country Roadhouse (3130 Victoria Ave.) — Saturday at Houstons, it’s DJ Turbulence with Twisted Tea Hard Ice Tea Night. Doors open at 10 p.m. Free cover with student and military ID or a donation of a non-perishable item.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• Daly House Museum (122 18th St., Brandon) — Built in 1882, 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. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m. Admission: $7 adults; $6 seniors and youth (6-18); family (up to two adults and three children), $13; children under five, free. For more info, visit dalyhousemuseum.ca or call 204-727-1722.

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba (Unit 2, 710 Rosser Ave., Brandon) — Manitoba’s oldest centre for visual art and one of Canada’s first since 1907.

• Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba (Unit 2, 710 Rosser Ave., Brandon) The AGSM boasts two exhibition spaces, an art school and gift shop that supports more than 60 local Manitoba artists. In the Main Gallery are two exhibitions: “8 Rooms,” featuring the animated film by Anita Lebeau, and seven other Manitoba artists, and “Ancestral Aviators,” by Kevin Conlin on display until Saturday. “Healing For The Broken Hearted,” features art from inside Manitoba’s prisons, sponsored by the Manitoba Multifaith Council Justice and Corrections Committee, on display in the Kayes Community Gallery until Dec. 13. Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Free admission to visit the galleries. For more information, visit agsm.ca.

• 26th Field Regiment RCA/XII Manitoba Dragoons Museum (within the Brandon Armoury, 1116 Victoria Ave. Please use 11th Street door) — Open Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed for lunch. Also open by appointment by calling 204-717-4579. Visit our websites: 26fdregmuseum.ca or 12mbdragoons.com.

• 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 visits are Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Admission by donation. Booking in advance is recommended. Phone 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca. Upcoming: Nov. 20, Remembering the Prince Edward Hotel with Tony Griffin; Nov. 29, Board games at the BGMA, come try your hand at Wingspan.

• Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (CATPM) (Brandon Municipal Airport, Highway 10, 1.6 kilometres north of Brandon) — 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. The museum is now closed and will reopen again on April 1 from 1 to 4 p.m. Our gallery has new interpretive displays explaining the Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Visitors will be invited to travel back to the 1940s while touring a Second World War-vintage hangar serving as a display 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 Second World War Memorial Wall. For more information, call the museum at 204-727-2444 or visit us on Facebook.

• Royal Canadian Artillery Museum (Building N-118 Patricia Rd., CFB Shilo) — Discover “WWII Command Posts,” a temporary exhibit at the RCA Museum, showcasing Canada’s mobile command vehicles and their role in co-ordinating artillery and communications during the Second World War. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. Admission: $10 for adults; $5 for seniors and students; children under six get in free. Phone 204-765-3000 (ext. 3570) or email RCAMuseum@forces.gc.ca.

• Killarney’s Heritage Home for the Arts (44 Water Ave., Killarney) — 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.; closed all statutory holidays. Special tours can be arranged by calling 204-554-0023. You can also visit Killarney-Turtle Mountain Arts Council on Facebook, @killarneyarts on Instagram or our website at killarneyarts.com.

• 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., Monday to Thursday; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday; closed on weekends.

• Virden Pioneer Home Museum (390 King St. West, Virden) — Enjoy our wealth of local history as you explore what life looked like in Victorian Canada. Available for tours in September by appointment only. For more information, email virdenpioneermuseum@wcgwave.ca or call 204-748-1659.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Nov. 27 — IG Wealth Management presents the 30th annual Holiday Tree Auction at the Victoria Inn and Conference Centre from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Tree registration is $150; Tickets for dinner $30. Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; tree decorating begins at 5:30 p.m.; dinner served at 6 p.m. and auction at 7:30 p.m. Tickets at brandonuw.ca/events.

• Nov. 27 — The Westman Centennial Auditorium presents Amero Little Christmas at 7 p.m. This is a new take on a classic Christmas variety show. Don Amero is a three time Juno award nominee. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• Nov. 27 — The Hylife Killarney Turtle Mountain Arts Council Performing Arts Series presents Elie Barsi Band: The Eh List at the Killarney Ag Display Building from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Heritage Home for the Arts and Lewis and Jones. For more information, call 204-554-0023 or email ktmartscouncil@gmail.com.

• Nov. 27-30 — The Virden Theatre Productions presents “Something Rotten!” at the Virden Auditorium Theatre with evening shows at 7:30 p.m. nightly and matinees at 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 29 and 30. Tickets are available at 3common.com.

• Nov. 28 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Prince Albert Raiders at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

• Nov. 28 — The Strathclair and District Theatre Committee presents their Season Series’ first concert, Cold Hard Cash at the historic Bend Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Cold Hard Cash has been entertaining audiences with their energentic, soul capturing Johnny Cash experience. Season tickets: five shows for $50. For tickets, email crywat55@gmail.com or cmmervyn@gmail.com or text or phone 204-365-0897 or 204-365-7630.

• Nov. 28 — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents the return of The Barra MacNeils: “An East Coast Christmas,” at 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of this holiday tradition. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• Nov. 28 and 29 — The Brandon University Bobcats volleyball teams host University of British Columbia at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game on Nov. 28 starts at 6 p.m. and at 5 p.m. on Nov. 29, followed by the men on Nov. 28 at 7:45 p.m. and on Nov. 29 at 6:45 p.m.

• Nov. 28-30 — The Minnedosa Drama Club presents “Noises Off” by Michael Frayn at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre (63 Main St. North). Get ready for laughter, chaos and pure theatrical mayhem. Showtimes: Nov. 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 30 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 and are available at Inspire Studio and the Minnedosa Library or by calling Peggy at 204-867-2113.

• Nov. 29 — The Christmas Cheer Fundraising Breakfast will be held at the Eagles Nest Bar & Grill (3500 McDonald Ave.) at 9 a.m. Tickets are $25, with all profits going to support the Brandon-Westman Christmas Cheer. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with breakfast at 9 a.m. Silent auction and 50/50 draw will be held with all proceeds to the Brandon-Westman Christmas Cheer. Email ChristmasCheerBreakfast2025@gmail.com or text 204-724-9240 for tickets.

• Nov. 29 — Prairie 21 is hosting a dance at Mera Hall in Monterey Estates (40 Mockingbird Dr.) from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Live music by Straight Up Country. Cost is $20 and you can pay at the door. Dry bar. Lite lunch at 9 p.m. For more information, call Kareen at 204-724-9760.

• Nov. 29 — The Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba presents their annual Gala of Gifts, fine art and craft sale with handmade products from local artists and artisans from Brandon and the Westman area. Takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expect a warm gallery venue filled with classic holiday cheer, live music and entertainment. We will also have the return of the Great Big Little Chili Bowl sale. The Children’s Studio will become Santa’s Workshop with creative activities like care making and painting for families and those young and also young at heart to enjoy. $2 entry fee; children under 6 are free.

• Nov. 29 — The Janzen Boys perform live at the Newdale Community Hall (517 Minnedosa St.). Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m. Join us for an evening full of songs and heart-felt stories. All ages are welcome. Tickets available at store.thejanzenboys.com.

• Nov. 29 — Hispanic Events Inc. presents a Family and Networking Festival at 403 13th St. from 4 to 11 p.m. Featuring salsa and bachata classes with Alejandro and Sofia; Zumba Fuego Crew, face-painting, glitter tattoos, inflatable castles, games and party with live music by Ague Coco Band. Come and talk about your business during our event. Please email Hispanicevents@outlook.com.

• Nov. 29 — The Brandon University Orchestra, under the direction of Leanne Zacharias and the Brandon University Chorale, under the direction of Andree Dagenais will celebrate the 90th birthday Jubliee of Arvo Part at the Knox United Church (451 18th St.). Tickets available at the door only. Adults $15; 13-18 years of age, $5. No charge for BU students and Conservatory of Music students.

• Nov. 29 — Brandon Hills Model Railway Club is hosting an open house at the Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum, Building D from noon to 4 p.m. Various layouts and displays; Railway yard switching contest. For more information, call 204-761-1244 or 204-724-7603.

• Nov. 29 — The 10th annual Christmas Market will be held at the Onanole Rec Centre from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Close to 40 Manitoba vendor tables will be featured. This is a joint fundraiser between Friends of Riding Mountain and the Onanole Rec Centre.

• Nov. 29 — Join us for Board Games at the Brandon General Museum Archives. Try your hand playing Wingspan, an award-winning car-driven board game at 1 p.m. No experience needed. We will have a Wingspan expert on hand to explain how to play. Ages 10 plus. RSVP to 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.

• Nov. 29 — Santa and the Grinch are coming to town so get ready for some festive fun and a photo-op. Join Paws Crossed Animal Shelter and Adoption Centre with your furry, feathered, or scaly friend at the annual Christmas Pet Photos fundraiser at the Park Community Centre (1428 Louise Ave.) from 1 to 5 p.m. $20 includes two digital photos. Tickets are available at zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/santa-photos.

• Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 — Christmas Cheer’s annual Fill the Bus Campaign will be held at Sobeys West on Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. as well as Dec. 6 at the Safeway location from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Non-perishable food and toy donations received in support of the Christmas Cheer Registry.

• Nov. 30 — The 30th annual Santa Brunch will take place at the Oak Lake Community Hall. Food will be served from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults; children 6 to 11 years, $5. There will be shopping for children under 12; a silent auction; children’s games and a visit and photos with Santa.

• Nov. 30 — Westman Jams annual Christmas Show will take place at The Fringe Restaurant and Lounge (Cove Road, CFB Shilo, entrance via North Gate) from 2 to 5 p.m. Come enjoy live music, bake sale, 50/50 and door prize. A valid ID is required for entry to CFB Shilo.

• Dec. 1 — Under the direction of Edward Bach, the Brandon University Brass Ensemble will be performing a Christmas Concert at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. No admission fee. All are welcome!

• Dec. 3 — The Brandon University Choir and the Brandon University Chorale conclude their fall term with a choral concert of great variety at Knox United Church (451 18th St.) at 7:30 p.m. Music by J.S. Bach, Indonesian composer Ken Steven, Elaine Hagenberg, Jussi Chydenius, Arvo Part. Rachmaninoff, and Canadian composers Andrew Balfour, Sherryl Sewepagaham, Katerina Gimon and Emile Deedes-Vinck. The ensembles will perform separate repertoire and also combine vocal forces in a couple of selections. The concert will also feature a guest performance by a BU Lower Voices Ensemble: Invicta. Tickets are $15 and available at the door.

• Dec. 3 — Country music artists George Canyon and Aaron Pritchett bring their Coast-to-Coast Cowboy Christmas tour to The Aud Theatre in Virden at 8 p.m. Tickets at showpass,com,

• Dec. 3 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Saskatoon Blades at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

• Dec. 3-4 — Assiniboine College is pleased to present its Holiday Buffet at the Manitoba Institute of Culinary Arts. Our Culinary Arts students showcase their creativity and skill by presenting an exquisite buffet dinner, complete with decadent desserts and confections. Ticket sales open on Nov. 25 at 10 a.m. and will be available by calling 204-725-8738 or 1-800-862-6307, ext. 6516. Tickets are sold in groups of two and four with a maximum of four tickets per caller. For more information, visit Assiniboine.net/events.

• Dec. 3-6 — A Mecca Production of “Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical” will take place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium nightly at 7 p.m. as well as at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. performance on Dec. 6. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• Dec. 3-7 — Brandon University Theatre presents “Mother Courage and her Children” at the Evans Theatre. Bertolt Brecht’s dark, comedic anti-war play, with music, is directed by Rochelle Douris. Showtimes are at 7 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday evenings and 2 p.m. on Sunday. More show and ticket information is available at BrandonU.ca/English.drama-program.

• Dec. 4 — Brandon University’s Piano Ensemble Fall Term Finale, under the direction of Daniel Tselyakov, will take place at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall at 4:30 p.m. Join our talented piano ensemble students as they present a dynamic program of works ranging from piano four-hands to two-piano, eight-hands repertoire. All are welcome. No admission charge.

• Dec. 4 — The Expressions Concert Series presents “Red Moon Road: A Simple Kind of Christmas,” at the Minnedosa Community Conference Centre. Featuring three-part harmonies from some of Manitoba’s finest musicians, lovingly arranged musical offerings woven masterfully together with stories sprinkled with family-friendly repartee. Doors open at 7 p.m.; concert at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and available at the Minnedosa Regional Library, Eventbrite and at the door.

• Dec. 4 — Brockie Donovan’s Tree of Memories takes place at McDiarmid Drive Alliance Church (635 McDiarmid Dr.) at 7 p.m. This is a special evening that allows members of the community to join together in remembering our loved ones who are no longer with us to celebrate the holidays. Members of the community are invited to place an ornament, bearing the name of their loved one. Please call 204-727-0694 to get your ornament and confirm your attendance. Everyone is welcome.

• Dec. 6 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Moose Jaw Warriors at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 6 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

• Dec. 10 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Lethbridge Hurricanes at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

• Dec. 12 — Brandon Wheat Kings host the Kelowna Rockets at Assiniboine Credit Union Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the box office or visit the Brandon Wheat Kings website at chl.ca/whl-wheatkings/

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