Let’s Do Something — Nov. 27, 2025

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TODAY

• 1 p.m. — Westman 365 Cancer Care Support Group meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Centre For Hope, located in Western Manitoba Cancer Care (300 McTavish Ave.) Providing information sessions to help cancer patients, caregivers and those who love them, navigate their cancer journey. To register call Larry, 204-728-0221, or Anne, 204-728-9958.

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

• 4:30 p.m. — IG Wealth Management presents the 30th annual Holiday Tree Auction at the Victoria Inn and Conference Centre until 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.

• 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.

• 7 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents “Amero Little Christmas,” a new take on a classic variety show. Don Amero is a three-time Juno award nominee. Please bring a non-perishable food item or unwrapped toy to the concert to be donated to the Brandon-Westman Christmas Cheer Hamper campaign. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 7 p.m. — The Hylife Killarney Turtle Mountain Arts Council Performing Arts Series presents “Elie Barsi Band: The Eh List” at the Killarney Ag Display Building. 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.

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

• 7:30 p.m. — Come hear Eklektikos and the Brandon University Big Band in their end-of-term performance in Kinsmen Hall, Room 1-20, School of Music at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome. No admission charge.

• 7:30 p.m. — Flora Luna and her band will be performing at the Avalon Theatre (98 First St. South) in Souris at 7:30 p.m. Tickets include a refreshment and a chance to win a lovely seasonal floral arrangement. Tickets are $30 adults; $25 students and are available at Whitfield Drugs or by calling Brenda at 204-724-2845.

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.

• 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.

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

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

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

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

• 7:30 p.m. — The Strathclair and District Theatre Committee presents their Season Series’ first concert, Cold Hard Cash at the historic Bend Theatre. Cold Hard Cash has been entertaining audiences with their energetic, 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.

• 7:30 p.m. — The Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium presents the return of The Barra MacNeils: “An East Coast Christmas.” 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.

• 7:30 p.m. — 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. Tickets $20 and are available at Inspire Studio, the Minnedosa Library, or by calling Peggy at 204-867-2113.

SATURDAY

• 9 a.m. — The Christmas Cheer Fundraising Breakfast will be held at the Eagles Nest Bar & Grill (3500 McDonald Ave.). 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.

• 10 a.m. — The Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba presents its annual Gala of Gifts, fine art and craft sale with handmade products from local artists and artisans from Brandon and the Westman area. Open 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 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Choose from one-of-a-kind ceramic bowls, handmade and fired in the AGSM Ceramic Studio and get it filled with delicious chili. The Children’s Studio will become Santa’s Workshop with creative activities like card making and painting for families and those young and young at heart to enjoy. $2 entry fee; children under 6 are free.

• 10 a.m. — The 10th annual Christmas Market will be held at the Onanole Rec Centre until 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.

• 10 a.m. — Christmas Cheer’s annual Fill the Bus Campaign will be held at Sobeys West until 5 p.m. Non-perishable food and toy donations received in support of the Christmas Cheer Registry.

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

• 1 p.m. — Join us for Board Games at the Brandon General Museum Archives. Try your hand playing Wingspan, an award-winning car-driven board game. 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.

• 1 p.m. — 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.) until 5 p.m. $20 includes two digital photos. Tickets are available at zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/santa-photos.

• 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. — Virden Theatre Productions presents “Something Rotten!” at the Virden Auditorium Theatre. Tickets are available at 3common.com.

• 4 p.m. — Hispanic Events Inc. presents a Family and Networking Festival at 403 13th St. until 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.

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

• 7:30 p.m. — 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.

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

• 7:30 p.m. — 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. Tickets are $20 and are available at Inspire Studio and the Minnedosa Library or by calling Peggy at 204-867-2113.

• 7:30 p.m. — Prairie 21 is hosting a dance at Mera Hall in Monterey Estates (40 Mockingbird Dr.). 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.

• 7:30 p.m. — 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.

SUNDAY

• 9:30 a.m. — 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.

• Noon — Join us for a beading marathon at the Riverbank Discovery Centre (545 Conservation Dr.) in partnership with Dakota Ojibway Health Services from noon to 5 p.m. Bring your own beads or use some provided. Experienced beaders onsite to offer a hand. Light snacks provided or bring some to share.

• 1:30 p.m. — The Virden Theatre Productions presents “Something Rotten!” at the Virden Auditorium Theatre. Tickets are available at 3common.com.

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

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

• 2 p.m. — 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. Tickets are $20 and are available at Inspire Studio and the Minnedosa Library or by calling Peggy at 204-867-2113.

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. — Under the direction of Edward Bach, the Brandon University Brass Ensemble will be performing a Christmas Concert at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. No admission fee. All are welcome!

TUESDAY

• 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 Mexico. For more information, visit Westman Immigrant Services.

• 6 p.m. — Join us at The Dock on Princess (1133 Princess Ave.) for our last Trivia Night of the year. This is our Christmas-themed trivia night. Teams of four. Call or send a text to 204-726-1234 to book your table.

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

• 5:30 p.m, 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. — 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 opened Tuesday 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.

• 7 p.m. — A Mecca Production of “Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical” will take place at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• 7 p.m. — 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. Tickets are $15-$25 at the door or in advance at Eventbrite.ca. More show and ticket information is available at BrandonU.ca/English.drama-program.

• 7:30 p.m. — 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.). 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.

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

AT THE CLUBS

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

• Lady of the Lake (135-B 17th St. North) — House of Hex – Magical Holiday Drag Show takes place at The Lady on Friday. Expect dazzling performances, festive vibes and cozy community cheer — all wrapped up in one fabulous show! Upcoming: Dec. 5, Yuk Yuk’s Comedy Night.

• The 40 (210 18th St. North, Brandon) — Pop Vegas 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.

• Eastside Eatery (1451 Richmond Ave.) — Kyle hosts a night of local comedians on the stage at The Hall on Friday. Sign up at 7 p.m.; show 8 p.m. $5 cover. Call 204-725-5226 to book your table or space on the stage.

• Black Wheat Brewing (402 10th St.) — Saturday at Black Wheat it’s the Rap Baddies – Queer Dance Party! DJ GG is spinning the baddest beats from Doechii, Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, and more starting at 10 p.m. Cash only bar and raffle. Tickets are $10 and are available at Smitten. 18+ event.

• Great Western Roadhouse (1125 18th St. at Canad Inns) — Brandon’s party place! 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 it is Disco Rodeo where country meets Afrobeats with DJ Mosh and DJ Dirtybird.

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. The AGSM boasts two exhibition spaces, an art school and gift shop that supports more than 70 local Manitoba artists. Coming soon in the Main Gallery is the 21^st Annual Members’ Show and Sale! Join us at the opening reception on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. In the Kayes Community Gallery is “Healing For The Broken Hearted,” featuring art from inside Manitoba’s prisons, sponsored by the Manitoba Multifaith Council Justice and Corrections Committee, on display 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. 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.

• Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art (2021 Victoria Ave.) — Opening this Thursday at 7 p.m. in Concurrent – 220 and 300 Level Class Showcase and exhibition featuring artwork from our students in second and third year courses. Exhibit runs until Dec. 6.

• 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

• Dec. 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 opened on Nov. 25 at 10 a.m. and will be available by calling 204-725-8738 or 1-800-862-6307, ext. 6516. Seatings at 5:30, 6 and 6:30 p.m. 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. 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. 4-6 — 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. on Dec. 6. Tickets are available at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510 or in person at the WMCA box office.

• Dec. 4-7 — 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. Tickets are $15-$25 at the door or in advance at Eventbrite.ca. More show and ticket information is available at BrandonU.ca/English.drama-program.

• Dec. 5 — The CPKC Holiday Train is on the move and will be hitting the Westman area with stops at Neepawa between 2:30 and 3 p.m. at Railway Street between Mountain Avenue and Currie Avenue; Minnedosa between 4-4:30 p.m. at 30 Second Avenue Northwest; Shoal Lake between 7 and 7:45 p.m. at North Railway Avenue. These stops will feature an outdoor concert right from the train’s stage featuring performances from Jade Eagleson and Teigen Gayse. Attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item or a cash donation.

• Dec. 5 — CWE Live Rumble to Remember Tour in Sioux Valley First Nation at the Sioux Valley Elementary School with a 7 p.m. bell time. Featuring WWE star Austin Aries and over the top rope battle royal! Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets at cwetickets.com.

• Dec. 5 — The Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation presents Holiday Pancake Breakfast at Murray Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC (1500 Richmond Ave,) from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Pick-up or sit-down. Walk-in or pre-order available. $12.50 per person. Cash and card accepted. Proceeds support the purchase of five Treatment Chairs for the BRHC Outpatient Care Unit and our Capital Campaign in support of the new Critical Care Centre. For more information visit info@brhcfoundation.ca or call 204-578-4227.

• Dec. 6 — Come join us for Christmas in the Valley of Minnedosa today. Minnedosa Library Christmas Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa Day at the Hall from 1 to 3 p.m.; donate non-perishable food, meet Santa, kids crafts, hot cocoa and cookies and sleigh rides; Miracle on Main Street, make a purchase at participating business and get a ballot for entry to win $500 in Minnedosa money; United Church Tea and Bake Sale from 2-4 p.m.; Jingle Jam on Ice, public skate with music and lights from 3:30-4:30 p.m.; Santa Parade at 6 p.m.; Heritage Village Memory Lights at 7 p.m. with hot cocoa, fireworks and Christmas Caroles and lighting of the Memory Tree.

• Dec. 6 — Steppin’ Out Old Tyme Dance will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion No. 3 (560 13^th St. E) from 7:30 to 11 p.m. with live music by Kawliga. Admission is $20. Light lunch with Christmas goodies included. All are welcome. For more information, call Barbara at 204-728-5636 or Dolores at 204-727-4999.

• 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. 6 — Christmas Cheer’s annual Fill the Bus Campaign will be held 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.

• Dec. 6 — Santa Land is coming to Brandon at the Community Sportsplex! Join us in the Multi-purpose Room at 30 Knowlton Drive and say hello to Santa and snap a picture with him. There will be a variety of stations to try out: cookie decorating, hot chocolate bar, Christmas crafts and a Holiday Storytime with the Western Manitoba Regional Library. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Times are 1-2 p.m. or 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. To register, visit City of Brandon Parks and Recreation.

• Dec. 7 — A holiday classic comes to the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium stage with the presentation of “A Charlie Brown Christmas 60^th Anniversary Celebration with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra and all the heart that makes this story so special. This free concert is our gift to the community. Starts at 3 p.m. Tickets are required and are available through the WMCA box office, at wmca.ca or by calling 204-728-9510.

• Dec. 7 — Join us for the City Hall Christmas open house at City Hall (410 9^th St.) with a concert at 1:30 p.m. featuring the Brandon Community Orchestra with Suzuki Strings. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Everyone welcome!

• 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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