Book Launch: Silver Screens on the Prairie

Russ Gourluck has been at it again !

The author responsible for bringing us illustrated histories of Portage Avenue, Winnipeg’s Eaton’s store and the North End will be launching his newest book  Silver Screens on the Prairie: An Illustrated History of Motion Picture Theatres in Manitoba on Sunday, October 28th at 2 pm at McNally’s.

Whether you grew up in Winnipeg, Neepawa or Clear Lake, the cinema likely played a big role in your childhood. Here’s a chance to check out some of your old haunts through photos and the stories of former owners and employees.

Related:
Four Jewish theatre owners profiled in Silver Screens Jewish Post and News
Filmmaker / fan seeks movie-going memories Winnipeg Free Press

Christian Cassidy

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