Largest women’s soccer tourney in history coming to town
FIFA Women’s World Cup hits Winnipeg just as women’s game takes on more prominence worldwide.
“Oh wow! Look at this,” makes Jumbo Sale worthwhile
Items are donated all year and folks travel from near and far for the one day fundraiser which has earned a reputation as a destination event.
Toronto tries to become centre of sports universe
This week saw two announcements that may alter the future of sports in Toronto, but please don’t hold your breath.
Iraq war resister’s fight for freedom forms basis of new play
Festival of New Works looks at playwright Daniel Thau-Eleff’s creative process in developing ‘Deserter’, based on experiences of war resister Joshua Key.
Obscene phrase, reporter sabotage need to disappear
Childish nonsense should go the way of dwarf tossing and swallowing goldfish, and the few real journalists who are left can spend their time on stories that really matter.
Indie-pop band Van Damsel set to wrap first Canadian trek, The Best of Everything tour
Originally scheduled to play the Zoo, Van Damsel and Paisley will play with three other bands at the Purple Room on Saturday.
Hospital art exhibit a source of restorative power
The St. Boniface Hospital’s Rejuvenation exhibition features artwork entries from staff, physicians, and volunteers.
Nathan Rogers hits all the right notes with Mongolian Throat Singing performance
Artist offers free workshop to people wanting to learn this ancient art.
Made in Winnipeg – made in Wolseley – made with love
This growing annual festival coming up this weekend features some of the best work of Wolseley neighbourhood artists and could be a great place to pick up a gift for Mother’s Day.
Hospital initiative showcases artists, creates healing environment for patients
Aim is to ignite patients’ spirits by connecting them to compelling stories in artists’ work and embrace those who have overcome challenges and healed.