WINNIPEG, MB – If you are wanting to volunteer in the community, you may want to look at the Assiniboine Park Conservancy (APC) who are hoping to find 150 volunteers. The APC has begun its annual recruitment for volunteers to fill a variety of roles in the Park and Zoo as the busy summer season…
Evil Dead: The Musical is Back
WINNIPEG, MB. – Evil Dead: The Musical is once again showcasing at the Park Theatre. The musical is based on the cult classic film series Evil Dead. It was first performed in Toronto in 2003 and became an instant hit. This will be the second time it visits Winnipeg and this time it will be…
Celebrating Pets with Pet Appreciation Month
WINNIPEG, MB. – Friends Fundraising for Animal Shelters announced the 1000th spay/neuter surgery of cats and dogs in Manitoba since 2013 and to celebrate they have a month full of events at the Pet Valu Reenders. Each Saturday volunteers will be at the store to wash and dry dogs, trim nails, hold bake sales, BBQ…
Little River Band Coming to Winnipeg
Winnipeg, MB. – Remember the great tunes that Little River Band performed in the 70’s and 80’s? They will be bringing those hits like “Lonesome Loser” and “Cool Change” to the Burton Cummings Theatre on August 14th. Tickets will go on sale to the public on April 6 at 10 am through Ticketmaster and start…
Emerald Ash Borer – Is Winnipeg Ready?
WINNIPEG, MB – Is Winnipeg ready for Emerald Ash Borer? Do you know much about it? This Friday is your opportunity to learn as much as you can. Friday April 6th at the Soul Sanctuary, 2050 Chevrier Blvd, beginning at10:30AM there’s a workshop that will provide the latest updates on what the City of Winnipeg…
Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra welcomes Al Simmons
WINNIPEG, MB. – Al Simmons, the beloved children’s entertainer is coming to the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. This will be his first performance since a devastating fire destroyed his “Magic Workshop.” Though he was able to save a few of his treasures, these homemade props are irreplaceable. Simmons and his Symphonic Shenanigans will make music with…
280 Experts at the Winnipeg Home and Garden Show
WINNIPEG, MB. – With over 280 professional contractors and renovation experts at the Winnipeg Home and Garden Show this year, there is plenty of help for those planning their next renovation project. This is the 44th year for the show which starts Thursday April 5 and runs through till Sunday April 5 at the RBC…
Italian Pianist Luca Buratto to play with WSO
WINNIPEG, MB. – Italian pianist Luca Buratto will play with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra for two performances of Prokofiev’s savagely virtuosic Piano Concerto No. 2, April 6 and 7. Buratto won the Canadian based Honens International Piano Competition in 2015. The Honens is considered one of the world’s most prestigious events of it’s kind and…
St. Johns/Point Douglas TownHall Meeting on Meth
WINNIPEG, MB – A TownHall meeting is being held on “Meth and Community Responses” in St. Johns/Point Douglas this evening, March 29th. The event will include presentations and findings by Winnipeg Police and members of the Bear Clan Patrol. The TownHall starts tonight at 6:30PM at the Sinclair Park Community Centre, 490 Sinclair Street. It’s…
Manitoba Coaching Award Nominees
WINNIPEG, MB. – Sport Manitoba has announced the nominees for the upcoming 2018 Coaching Manitoba Impact Awards taking place at Club Regent Event Centre on April 21. Five Manitoba coaches will be honoured for their achievements in sport, leadership, personal development, and coaching effectiveness The awards reflect the contributions and achievements the coach has made…