Let’s Do Something — Oct. 24, 2024

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TODAY

• 8 a.m. — The Manitoba Ag Ex takes place at the Keystone Centre today until Saturday. This is a completely family-friendly event and there is no charge for admission. All the shows are free to attend. For a complete list of events, visit provincialexhibition.com

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

• 11 a.m. — Manitoba Showcase is celebrating 40 years connecting artists and community in Brandon. This year’s conference features keynote speakers, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educators, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities and much more. Event takes place at the Clarion Hotel, Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba and the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium over four days. Attendees can receive peer-to-peer and one-to-one career advice and information from Manitoba Arts Network staff, specialist advisers and other showcase artists. There will be three showcases, each featuring two emerging artists and four professional artists. This event is free to attend. Today features the opening reception at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit wmca.ca.

• 1 p.m. — 365 Group for cancer survivors, caregivers and those who love them meets at Murray House (521 Frederick St.) at 1 p.m. Please call Larry 204-728-0221 or Anne 204-728-9958 to register or for more information.

• 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Lucky Break Ranch presents Haunted Forest with carnival games, pumpkin carving, outdoor movie, face-painting, concession stand, 50/50 draw and so much more. Admission: adults $8; youth $5; family $20. No-scare hours: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; scare hours: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Raising money to help Manitoba Cancer Society and Riverdale Harvest Food Bank. Help fill the coffin — for every food bank item you bring to the Haunted Forest you will receive a ticket for a draw. The more you bring, the better chance to win!

• 6 p.m. — Get ready for a spooktacular time at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westman with Livingstone Outdoor presents Haunted House at 1610 Byng Ave. Admission: 12 years and up $10; under 12 years $7. Hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• 6:30 p.m. — Kickin’ Axe Throwing (1203 Princess Ave.) is hosting a Tequila Mixology Night with mixologist Kali who will be sharing some delicious tequila-based cocktails with you. Tickets are $55 and must be purchased in advance by calling 204-730-5425. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; mixing starts at 7 p.m.

• 7 p.m. — Join us at The Firehall Venue (637 Princess Ave.) for a Murder Mystery Night hosted by The Dock on Princess. Enjoy suspense, excitement, some Halloween fun and delicious snacks from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $55 per registration. Get your team together and register at thefirehallvenue@gmail.com. And don’t forget to bring your canned.dry goods to be donated to Samaritan House.

FRIDAY (Oct 25)

• 8 a.m. — The Manitoba Ag Ex takes place at the Keystone Centre. This is a completely family-friendly event and there is no charge for admission. All the shows are free to attend. Tonight enjoy an evening of country music at Party in the Dirt featuring Quinton Blair in the Westoba Agriculture Centre of Excellence, Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available at provincialexhibition.com.

• All day — Manitoba Showcase is celebrating 40 years connecting artists and community in Brandon. This year’s conference features keynote speakers, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educators, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities and much more. Event takes place at the Clarion Hotel, Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba and the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium over four days. Attendees can receive peer-to-peer and one-to-one career advice and information from Manitoba Arts Network staff, specialist advisers and other showcase artists. There will be three showcases, each featuring two emerging artists and four professional artists. This event is free to attend. Showcase 1 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit wmca.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. This farmers’ market runs year-round.

• 1:30 p.m. — Central Senior Dance returns for the season at Central Community Centre (529 Fourth St.) every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. (Note: No dance on Oct. 25). Music by Prairie Fire. Cost is $15 per person. For more information, contact Pat Anderson 204-901-1910 or Donald Livesley 431-763-6470.

• 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Lucky Break Ranch presents Haunted Forest with carnival games, pumpkin carving, outdoor movie, face-painting, concession stand, 50/50 draw and so much more. Admission: adults $8; youth $5; family $20. No-scare hours: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; scare hours: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Raising money to help Manitoba Cancer Society and Riverdale Harvest Food Bank. Help fill the coffin — for every food bank item you bring to the Haunted Forest you will receive a ticket for a draw. The more you bring, the better chance to win!

• 5 p.m. — Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger, operated by Carla and Mike Mitchell and family, returns for another year of frightful fun! Enter the Tunnel of Terror and watch out for demons in the night on Cedar Bay, Brandon. Admission by food bank donation for Samaritan House. Full scare hours are 5 to 9 p.m.

• 6 p.m. — Get ready for a spooktacular time at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westman with Livingstone Outdoor presents Haunted House at 1610 Byng Ave. Admission: 12 years and up $10; under 12 years $7. Hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• 7 p.m. — Ukrainian folk singing sensation Gerdan Theatre will be performing at First Presbyterian Church (39 12 St.) from 7 to 9 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. This is a 16-member folk singing group from Chernivtsi, Ukraine. This concert tour supports families in Ukraine affected by the war who will need assistance and rehabilitation in the coming months and years. Tickets available at Eventbrite.ca.

• 7 p.m. — The Brandon Wheat Kings face off against the Saskatoon Blades at Westoba Place. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Evans Theatre on the Brandon University campus is up and running again for the season. Showing tonight: “The Boy in the Woods.” All seats are $6. All concession items $2. Save money with a five-movie pass for $25. Cash only please.

SATURDAY (Oct 26)

• All day — Manitoba Showcase is celebrating 40 years connecting artists and community in Brandon. This year’s conference features keynote speakers, panel discussions, real-life testimonials from artists and educators, parallel presentations, regional discussion groups, networking opportunities and much more. Event takes place at the Clarion Hotel, Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba and the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium over four days. Attendees can receive peer-to-peer and one-to-one career advice and information from Manitoba Arts Network staff, specialist advisers and other showcase artists. There will be three showcases, each featuring two emerging artists and four professional artists. This event is free to attend. Showcase 2 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and Showcase 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, visit wmca.ca.

• 8 a.m. — The Manitoba Ag Ex concludes today at the Keystone Centre.. This is a completely family-friendly event and there is no charge for admission. All the shows are free to attend. For a complete list of events, visit provincialexhibition.com

• 10 a.m. — Brandon’s “Big One” Arts and Crafts sale takes place in the Manitoba Room and the UCT Hall at the Keystone Centre until 5 p.m. This year is the 35th anniversary with 175 booths of local handmade arts, crafts and food. Daily admission is $5 (12 and under are free). Proceeds go to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation to go toward helping with Cancer Care in Brandon and Winnipeg.

• 10 a.m. — A Halloween-themed dodgeball tournament hosted by the Assiniboine College Students’ Association will be held in the gym of the Victoria Avenue East campus from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event is open to all students and community, and individuals must register in teams. Participants are welcome to wear Halloween costumes, but face masks or anything hanging off are prohibited for safety issues.

• 10:15 a.m. — The Shoppers Mall and the Western Manitoba Regional Library are hosting Spooky Stories at the Shoppers Mall ( centre court). This is an all ages event with scary stories, mysterious music and sweet treats for all. Put on your best costume and join us.

• 11 a.m. — Join the Brandon Knights Chess Club for a few hours of chess at the Brandon Public Library (710 Rosser Ave.) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Boards and pieces will be supplied. All skill levels are welcome. No registration is required.

• 11 a.m. — Bring your kiddies down to The Dock on Princess (1133 Princess Ave.) for our annual Kids Halloween Party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dress up in your Halloween costume for some fun, games, food and prizes. Kids tickets are $9 and are available online and at the restaurant. Send us a message or give us a call to book your table. Seating is limited. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian.

• 1:30 p.m. — Let’s Build a Beast in the BJ Hales Natural History Gallery at the Brandon General Museum and Archives at 1:30 p.m. Join us to learn about the collection and get inspiration for crafting your beast, listen to stories and more. Open to children of all ages. This event is free, but please call us to register at 204-717-1514 or email bgmainfo@wcgwave.ca.

• 2 p.m. — Please join us to celebrate and learn more about Project Linus Westman at the Monterey Estates Recreation Centre from 2 to 3:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend this come-and-go event. For further details, please contact Trish at 204-724-5608.

• 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — The Konektis Choir is presenting two concerts at the First Presbyterian Church (39 12th St.). Guest artists at 2 p.m. are Sonolux from Winnipeg and Meliora from Stonewall. Joining Konektis choir at 7:30 p.m. is Descant Get Enough from Glenboro; Killarney High School Choir and Crocus Plains Chamber Choir.

• 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Lucky Break Ranch presents Haunted Forest with carnival games, pumpkin carving, outdoor movie, face-painting, concession stand, 50/50 draw and so much more. Admission: adults $8; youth $5; family $20. No-scare hours: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; scare hours: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Raising money to help Manitoba Cancer Society and Riverdale Harvest Food Bank. Help fill the coffin — for every food bank item you bring to the Haunted Forest you will receive a ticket for a draw. The more you bring, the better chance to win!

• 5 p.m. — Destalker Laughter Crusade comedy show by the award-winning comedian Destalker featuring McRemote, McMoris and more will take place at Knox United Church at 5 p.m. Tickets available at TicketGateway.

• 5 p.m. — Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger, operated by Carla and Mike Mitchell and family, returns for another year of frightful fun! Enter the Tunnel of Terror and watch out for demons in the night on Cedar Bay, Brandon. Admission by food bank donation for Samaritan House. Full scare hours are 5 to 9 p.m.

• 6 p.m. — Get ready for a spooktacular time at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westman with Livingstone Outdoor presents Haunted House at 1610 Byng Ave. Admission: 12 years and up $10; under 12 years $7. Hours are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• 7 p.m. — The Brandon Wheat Kings face off against the Calgary Hitmen at Westoba Place. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Evans Theatre on the Brandon University campus is up and running again for the season. Showing tonight: “The Boy in the Woods.” All seats are $6. All concession items $2. Save money with a five-movie pass for $25. Cash only please.

• 7:30 p.m. — Prairie 21 is hosting a Halloween dance at Seniors For Seniors (311 Park Ave. East) from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Live music by the Slim Jim Trio. Cost is $20. Pay at the door. Dry bar. Light lunch at 9 p.m. For more information, call 204-724-9760.

SUNDAY (Oct 27)

• 9 a.m. — Cities Church Brandon (1011 5th Str.) is hosting Candypalooza from 9 to 11 a.m. Wear your favourite princess or superhero costume for a morning of music, games and lots of candy. Get your kids ages six months to 10 years old dressed up in a fun (but not scary) costume and join us.

10 a.m. — Join us for Brandon’s “Big One” Arts and Crafts sale in the Manitoba Room and the UCT Hall at the Keystone Centre until 5 p.m. This year is the 35th anniversary with 175 booths of local handmade arts, crafts and food. Daily admission is $5 (12 and under are free). Proceeds go to the Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation to go toward helping with Cancer Care in Brandon and Winnipeg.

1 p.m. — Come and try curling for free! Join us at the Brandon Curling Club (1175 18^th St.) where club members will help you try the basics of the game and have a great time doing it. Sessions run for 30 to 45 minutes.

• 2 p.m. — A Halloween Parking Lot Party will be held in the parking lot of Calvary Temple (620 35th St.) from 2 to 4 p.m. Come and join us for a fun-filled afternoon with cotton candy, popcorn, candy bags, games, prizes, hotdogs and bouncy houses. And it is all free. We are also accepting donation to Samaritan House Food Bank.

• 2 p.m. — Westman Jams gathers on the last Sunday of each month to play classic country music at The Fringe, on Cove Road in Shilo from 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome. We accept donations to the Reg Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund to help send Westman students to the International Music Camp at the International Peace Garden. For more information or directions, call Midge 204-728-5611.

• 2 p.m. — Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger, operated by Carla and Mike Mitchell and family, returns for another year of frightful fun! Enter the Tunnel of Terror and watch out for demons in the night on Cedar Bay, Brandon. Admission by food bank donation for Samaritan House. From 2 to 6 p.m. is Trick and Eat – daytime hours for kids who may find out displays too scary after dark. Props and jump scares will be turned off and we will be handing out candy for children who bring a food bank donation.

• 4:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. — Minnedosa Curling Club Inc. Fall Supper will be held in the Minnedosa Curling Complex (61 6th St. SW) with seatings at 4:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Menu includes turkey, meatballs, mashed potatoes, veggies, salads and dessert. Adults $20; children aged 6 to 12 yrs $10; five and under are free.

• 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Lucky Break Ranch presents Haunted Forest with carnival games, pumpkin carving, outdoor movie, face-painting, concession stand, 50/50 draw and so much more. Admission: adults $8; youth $5; family $20. No-scare hours: 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; scare hours: 7:30 to 10 p.m. Raising money to help Manitoba Cancer Society and Riverdale Harvest Food Bank. Help fill the coffin — for every food bank item you bring to the Haunted Forest you will receive a ticket for a draw. The more you bring, the better chance to win!

• 7 p.m. — Sawyer Brown are celebrating their 40th anniversary at Westoba Place with special guests Shenandoah and George Fox at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling 204-726-3555 or visit www.ticketmaster.ca.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Evans Theatre on the Brandon University campus is up and running again for the season. Showing tonight: “The Boy in the Woods.” All seats are $6. All concession items $2. Save money with a five-movie pass for $25. Cash only please.

MONDAY (Oct 28)

• 10 a.m. — Do you love dancing, having fun and exercising all at the same time? Come and join us for line dancing at Seniors For Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level one: easy beginner; no experience required Monday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. Level two: advanced; some experience is recommended with understanding of basic steps and terminology Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. A great class for those ready to progress. Drop-in classes or punch cards can be purchased. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. If you need more information, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 1:15 p.m. — The East End Sunshine Card Club meets Mondays at the East End Community Centre (corner of Victoria Avenue East and Park Street, north entrance) until 4 p.m. Like to play cards? Then please join us. For details, contact Marlene at 204-727-3539.

• 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.

• 7 p.m. — Women in Harmony 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 info, call Naomi at 204-724-5152 or email womeninharmony1975@gmail.com.

• 7 p.m. — Zachary Stevenson’s Tribute to Buddy Holly with the Rockin’ Royals Band takes place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium (205 20^th St.). Tickets are available at the WMCA box office or by calling 204-728-9510.

TUESDAY (Oct 29)

• 4 p.m. — CFB Shilo’s 2024 Festival of Fright will be held at the General Strange Hall until 7 p.m. for a Not So Scary Boo Bash. An all ages. Family-friendly event with a no-scare maze and family friendly activities for all. Free to attend.

• 6 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium (205 20^th St.) presents Blippi Join the Band Tour. Blippi will be joined on stage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and live musicians to explore what makes music. This show contains flashing lights, haze (fog) and confetti. It is the tour’s policy that children under two years old so not require a ticket to sit on a parent’s lap but all other customers do. For tickets or more information, visit wmca.ca or call 204-728-9510. Also shows Oct. 30.

• 7:30 p.m. — Brandon University School of Music pro-series: Carlo Muscat, saxophone with Diaga Peixoto, Marika Galea and Eric Platz perform at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. Tickets are $20 for adults ( no admission fee for BU and Conservatory students) and available at the door.

WEDNESDAY (Oct 30)

• 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 information.

• 1:30 p.m. — Do you love dancing, having fun and exercising all at the same time? Come and join us for line dancing at Seniors For Seniors (311 Park Ave. East). Level two: advanced; some experience is recommended with understanding of basic steps and terminology Mondays or Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. A great class for those ready to progress. Drop-in classes or punch cards can be purchased. Members $3.50; non-members $4.50. If you need more information, call Marilyn at 204-679-8081.

• 6 p.m. — CFB Shilo’s 2024 Festival of Fright will be held at the General Strange Hall until 9 p.m. Join us for a fright night suitable for older youths to adults looking for a scary Halloween adventure. There will be a haunted maze along with a movie at the GSH Theatre, “Talk To Me,” rated 14A.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium (205 20^th St.) presents Blippi Join the Band Tour. Blippi will be joined on stage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and live musicians to explore what makes music. This show contains flashing lights, haze (fog) and confetti. It is the tour’s policy that children under two years old so not require a ticket to sit on a parent’s lap but all other customers do. For tickets or more information, visit wmca.ca or call 204-728-9510.

AT THE CLUBS

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

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — Friday is Open Mic Night at The Lady, hosted by Canadian recording artist Brandi Vezina at 8 p.m. in support of the Brandon Humane Society. Bring a bag of pet food to donate. Plus part of your ticket will be donated. Enter to win door prizes. Bring your instrument if you would like to play for the open mic and sign up with Brandi. Cost is $7 at the door.

• Sand Hills Casino (777 Sand Hill Dr., Carberry) — The Tone Riders will entertain at the Oasis Bar & Grill Friday and Saturday. Live and always free.

• The 40 (210 18th St. North) — On Friday and Saturday Tronic Soundspace will light up the stage with a journey of sound, light and intergalactic space visuals and vibes! Cover $10. Saturday will also feature The 40 Halloween Howl 2024 Edition so dress up in your best costume. Drinks specials, costume parade, cash prizes for best costume, scariest costume, best duo or group. Doors open at 9 p.m. Cover is $10. These are 18+ events and a valid photo ID is required. No costume weapons/accessories will be permitted into the building! All masks must be removed upon entrance to verify identification. Upcoming: Nov. 1-2 Band Jam for Cancer.

• 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.

• Houstons Country Roadhouse (3130 Victoria Ave.) — Country Thursdays at Houstons with free cover and drink specials. Friday is Geordie Kieffer concert which is pretty much sold out but could be some tickets available at the door. Saturday it’s the Devil’s Disco Halloween Social with free cover until 10 p.m. $500 in cashy prizes for best costume. Upcoming: Oct. 31, House of Hex presents A Halloween Haunt followed by a Monster Mash social. Upcoming: Nov. 1, Merkules Fall Tour.

• Great Western Roadhouse (1125 18th St. at Canad Inns) — It’s three nights of Halloween madness at The Roadhouse! Join DJ Dirty Bird and the Light Guy for a Hallo Freakin’ Ween from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Happy hour and free cover from 8 to 9 p.m. Saturday is Happy Halloween Witches for the Psychiatric Nurses Social Class of 2025 from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Upcoming: Halloween Part Three on Oct 31 with free cover all night as well as drink specials!

• The Dock on Princess (1133 Princess Ave.) — The Dock is hosting a Kids Halloween Party on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for fun, games and prizes! Tickets available online at thedockonprincess.com. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

• Eastside Eatery (1451 Richmond Ave.) — On Friday, The Hall presents Rocktober 2024 with Simple Jack (Hamiota), Run It’s Course (Portage la Prairie), Spectre (Winnipeg) and Brand New Renaissance (Oak Lake). Doors open at 8 p.m.; bands at 9 p.m. $10 cover at the door. 18+ event so photo ID is required. Saturday celebrates Halloween with Full Flannel Jacket in “Return to Transylvania”. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 tickets.

• Eagles Nest Bar & Grill (3500 McDonald Ave.) — Join us on Saturday at the Eagles Nest for a Dale Reggaeton Halloween party with DJ David Gomez, DJ Cristhian, DJ Davier Gomez and DJ Jota with Latin music all night long. Cover is $15 before midnight. Doors open at 10 p.m. Upcoming: Oct. 30, Halloween Trivia Night at 7 p.m. Register at brandon.ca/recreation-programs or by calling 204-729-2471

• Black Wheat Brewing (402 10th St.) — Join us on Saturday for an unforgettable acoustic night of country rock music with Adam Johnson, Tayler Morgan and Ollie Eldrick FT. Alex Lints. Doors open at 7 p.m. Music at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 available at the door. To reserve a spot email info@blackwheatbrewing.ca

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

• Commonwealth Air Training Plan Museum (CATPM) (Brandon Municipal Airport, Highway 10, 1.6 kilometres north of Brandon) — The CATPM, 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 winter hours: open seven days a week from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Brandon Municipal Airport. On Nov. 5 at 1:30 p.m. in the museum’s canteen, we will have a presentation from the renowned author Ted Barris about his new book, “Battle of Britain — Canadian Airmen in their Finest Hour.” Entrance by donation, his book will be available for purchase. On Nov. 10 at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium at 1:30 p.m., the Mark Humphries Orchestra will be performing a benefit concert in aid of our museum. Tickets for sale through the WMCA box office. The museum will remain open until Remembrance Day, Nov. 11, with a free open house and then reopen in the spring of 2025 from 1-4 p.m. (weather permitting). For more information, call the museum at 204-727-2444.

• Daly House Museum (122 18th St., Brandon) — Built in 1882, this 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. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. (September to June). Admission: $7 for adults; $6 for 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.

• Royal Canadian Artillery Museum (Building N-118 Patricia Rd., CFB Shilo) — We opened our new temporary exhibit, marking the 110th anniversary of the start of the First World War. The main features of the exhibit include a trench wall, First World War artillery and two machine gun pits. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Admission: $10 for adults; $5 for 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 since 1907. The AGSM boasts two exhibition spaces, an art school and a gift shop that supports more than 60 local Manitoba artists. On Oct. 26 Ann Germani’s The Green Bike Series, “Happiness is a Bike Ride,” with original sketches and tunes of Cape Breton, takes place from 3 to 5 p.m. In the Main Gallery until Nov. 30 is “Sunke Sapa Hdeshka,” a retrospective exhibition of work by the late Elvis Antoine; and “Black Prairies,” which honours more than 100 years of Black cultural production in the Prairies. In the Kayes Community Gallery is “Me, I Think,” by Manitoba author Craig Russell, with a series of nearly 100 selfies taken outside the vernacular of social media and is on display until Nov. 7. Fall 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 on Sunday and Monday. Entry inside The Town Centre parkade. No admission fee. For more information, visit agsm.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. 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. Please use 11th Street door) — Museum is 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 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., 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) — 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. There are also two additional annexes and a coach house available for viewing. Currently closed for the season. Tours by appointment only by emailing virdenpioneermuseum@wcgwave.ca or calling 204-748-1659.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Oct. 31 — Cedar Hollow Scare Away Hunger, operated by Carla and Mike Mitchell and family, returns for another year of frightful fun! Enter the Tunnel of Terror and watch out for demons in the night on Cedar Bay, Brandon. Admission by food bank donation for Samaritan House. Full scare hours are 5 to 9 p.m.

• Oct. 31 — Join the Westman Filipino Community for Halloween Trunk or Treat at Kin Park (1651 3^rd St.) at 4:30 p.m. Decorate your trunk with the best Halloween decorations and win a prize! Come in your best costume for more prizes.

• Oct. 31 — The annual Fall Carnival returns to Bethel Temple (440 Richmond Ave.) for a free family-friendly fun event from 6 to 8 p.m. Activities include carnival games, bouncy castles, hotdogs, tons of candy, cotton candy and popcorn. This is a warn and comfortable place for adults to hang out while kids play the carnival games.

• Nov. 1 — The United Way Community Fun Spaghetti Lunch will take place in the Imperial Ballroom at the Victoria Inn Hotel (3550 Victoria Ave.) at 11:45 a.m. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $25. Please RSVP at events@uwwcmanitoba.ca by 4 p.m. on Oct. 25. 50/50 draw, rainbow raffle and games.

• Nov. 1 — Kaleidoscope Concerts Series Neepawa presents comedian Dean Jenkinson at ArtsForward (293 Mountain Ave.) at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at ArtsForward or by calling 204-476-3232.

• Nov. 1 — The Brandon University Bobcats basketball teams take on Winnipeg at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game starts at 6 p.m., followed by the men at 8 p.m.

• Nov. 1 — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents Treasure Island: A Looking Glass Theatre Production on for just one night at 7 p.m. Recommended viewing age is 7 and up. For more information or tickets visit wmca.ca or call 204-728-9510.

• Nov 2 — The Brandon Wheat Kings face off against the Medicine Hat Tigers at Westoba Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• Nov 3 — The 49^th annual Original Christmas Craft Sale takes place at the Clarion Hotel and Suites (3130 Victoria Ave.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Nov 3 — Come out and join us for the 8^th annual All I Want For Christmas event in the Imperial Ballroom of the Victoria Inn (3550 Victoria Ave.) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wide arrange of 50 plus businesses. We encourage all attendees and vendors to please bring a non=perishable foot item for the Samaritan House Brandon and also items for The Warm and Stay Shelter. There will also be a silver dollor collection and raffle tickets for the silent auction where proceeds go to Samaritan House.

• Nov. 8 — The Brandon University Bobcats volleyball teams take on Saskatchewan at the Healthy Living Centre (2010 Louise Ave.) Women’s game starts at 6 p.m., followed by the men at 7:45 p.m.

• Nov 9 — The Brandon Wheat Kings take on the Prince Albert Raiders at Westoba Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• Nov 11 — The Brandon Wheat Kings face off against the Lethbridge Hurricanes at Westoba Place at 2:30 p.m. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• Nov 15 — The Brandon Wheat Kings take on the Regina Pats at Westoba Place at 7 p.m. Tickets available at the Keystone Centre box office.

• Nov. 16 — Join the Brandon Food Council this fall for a variety of free food courses to enhance your food knowledge and skills at Knox United Church at 10:30 a.m. Today features: Regional food system linkages. Registration is now open, and each event is free to attend, but space is limited. Register at bit.ly/brandonfoodcouncil. Next: Jan. 18, Newcomer food security and cultural exchange.

• Nov. 29-30 — Block ‘n’ Roll volleyball tournament returns to the Healthy Living Centre. The cost to register a team in the co-ed tournament is $250. Register at HealthyLivingCentre.ca.

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