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Let’s Do Something — Sept. 19, 2024

20 minute read Thursday, Sep. 19, 2024

To get your event featured in a future edition of Let’s Do Something, please send an email to carthur@brandonsun.com with “Let’s Do Something” in the subject line.

TODAY

• 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.

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This Week On Campus — Sept. 3, 2024

2 minute read Tuesday, Sep. 3, 2024

BRANDON UNIVERSITY

• Another academic year has begun at Brandon University. Orientation for new students is taking place today, with classes beginning on Wednesday. Orientation will be the start of a two-week series of welcoming events, leading into the BU 125 Homecoming, from Sept. 12-15. Highlights of Homecoming will include the BU 125 birthday celebration, the Blue & Gold Social, a free talk on rural health care by physician and CBC host Brian Goldman, research presentations and the Homecoming Dinner and Awards. Details are available at BrandonU.ca/Homecoming.

• “A Warrior’s Red Road,” a BU photo-voice project focused on Indigenous men connecting to their culture will go on exhibition in Winnipeg this week after a successful launch in Brandon last year. The show will be on exhibition at the Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg beginning on Thursday and continuing until Oct. 25. An opening reception will take place on Thursday from 7 until 10 p.m. at the Graffiti Gallery.

• The Bobcats soccer teams kick off their Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference this weekend by hosting Providence University College on Saturday. The men’s match begins at 1 p.m., at the Healthy Living Centre, followed by the women’s contest at 3:15 p.m. The Bobcats will visit Saint-Boniface on Sunday.

1 minute read Wednesday, Jun. 19, 2024

MONDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

DAILY GRAND: 12, 23, 24, 36, 45 GN 3

PICK 2: 0, 7

PICK 3: 4, 2, 4

1 minute read Tuesday, Jun. 4, 2024

SUNDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

PICK 2: 8, 1

PICK 3: 9, 2, 2

PICK 4: 1, 6, 3, 9

Looking Back — June 3, 2024

3 minute read Monday, Jun. 3, 2024

SIXTY YEARS AGO

The Hartney Home Economics Club held its annual achievement night recently with 28 girls taking part.

The Brandon Rock and Gem Club will be the new name of the Gem-Dandy Rock club, it was announced at a recent meeting.

The annual invasion of Brandon will begin June 29 when the 82nd Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba opens. About 87,000 people saw last year’s show.

Looking Back — May 31, 2024

3 minute read Friday, May. 31, 2024

SIXTY YEARS AGO

City council last night put teeth into the parking bylaw clause, which limits parking at any one meter to one hour. Third and final reading was given to the bylaw amendment, making it possible to enforce the regulation.

FIFTY YEARS AGO

The Manitoba legislature’s law amendments committee has removed Brandon’s Keystone Centre from the list of buildings in the Centennial Projects Tax Status Act, but the building is still to be tax-exempt.

Let’s Do Something — May 16, 2024

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Let’s Do Something — May 16, 2024

22 minute read Thursday, May. 16, 2024

To get your event featured in a future edition of Let’s Do Something, please send an email to carthur@brandonsun.com with “Let’s Do Something” in the subject line.

TODAY

• 10:15 to 11 a.m. — Story and Song Circle with Michelle at the Brandon Public Library. Preschoolers can join Michelle for stories, songs and crafts. The presence of a caregiver or parent is required. No registration necessary.

• 11 a.m. — The Brandon Chamber of Commerce invites you to the State of the Province Luncheon in the UCT Hall at the Keystone Centre until 1 p.m. Chamber member regular prices are $45 (plus GST). General public $50 (plus GST). A momentous occasion awaits us as we welcome Premier Wab Kinew to deliver his inaugural State of the Province address to our Chamber of Commerce membership.

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Thursday, May. 16, 2024

Pastor Jonathon Hoskin of St. George’s Anglican Church in Brandon blesses a motorcycle and its driver during a “Blessing of the Wheels” ceremony in 2021. The ninth annual Blessing of the Wheels will take place at 114 Ashgrove Blvd. on May 30. (File)

Pastor Jonathon Hoskin of St. George’s Anglican Church in Brandon blesses a motorcycle and its driver during a “Blessing of the Wheels” ceremony in 2021. The ninth annual Blessing of the Wheels will take place at 114 Ashgrove Blvd. on May 30. (File)

1 minute read Saturday, May. 11, 2024

THURSDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

DAILY GRAND: 3, 7, 18, 21, 47 GN 3

PICK 2: 1, 7

PICK 3: 8, 8, 2

This Week On Campus — April 2, 2024

4 minute read Tuesday, Apr. 2, 2024

BRANDON UNIVERSITY

• Brandon University drama production “Salt-Water Moon” will be staged from Thursday to Saturday at the Evans Theatre. An unexpected visit by a former flame puts Mary Snow’s future in peril in this Canadian classic, set in a Newfoundland fishing village in 1926. Showtimes are at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, along with a Saturday matinée at 2 p.m. Visit Events.BrandonU.ca to find information on advance tickets. Tickets will also be available at the door (cash only). The cost is $20 for general admission, $10 for seniors and $5 for students.

• Brandon University students will present their research at the Senior Colloquium on April 8. Starting at 9 a.m., and running until 5 p.m., 23 students will present on a wide range of topics in the Louis Riel Room. Visit BrandonU.ca/Colloquium for details on the sessions.

• Join Kelly Paddock for Alumni Knit Night, a delightful evening of yarn, laughter and creativity, at Chez Angela on April 8. Bring your latest project or start something new while enjoying the cosy ambiance and delicious treats. All skill levels and all fibre arts are welcome. The event takes place from 6 to 8 p.m.

Let’s Do Something — March 7, 2024

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Let’s Do Something — March 7, 2024

22 minute read Thursday, Mar. 7, 2024

To get your event featured in a future edition of Let’s Do Something, please send an email to carthur@brandonsun.com with “Let’s Do Something” in the subject line.

TODAY

• Day — Join us at the Brandon Curling Club (1175 18th St.) for the 55+ Manitoba Games curling event. This event includes ice and stick curling. Also at Active Aging in Manitoba, we are proud to host the largest multi-sport event in Manitoba for those aged 55+ — the Manitoba 55+ Summer Games taking place June 18-20. This province-wide event combines social activities, entertainment and exercise. For more information or to register, visit activeagingmb.ca, email info@activeagingmb.ca or call 204-632-3947 — toll free 1-866-202-6663.

• 10:15 to 11 a.m. — Story and Song Circle with Michelle at the Brandon Public Library. Preschoolers can join Michelle for stories, songs and crafts. The presence of a caregiver or parent is required. No registration necessary.

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Thursday, Mar. 7, 2024

Devin Kerman-Forsythe of Brandon sings “Wind of the Western Sea” during last year’s Festival of the Arts vocal solo competition at Knox United Church. This year’s Festival of the Arts continues until March 15, with a Vocal Awards Night taking place at Knox United Church on March 16 at 7 p.m. (File)

Devin Kerman-Forsythe of Brandon sings “Wind of the Western Sea” during last year’s Festival of the Arts vocal solo competition at Knox United Church. This year’s Festival of the Arts continues until March 15, with a Vocal Awards Night taking place at Knox United Church on March 16 at 7 p.m. (File)

1 minute read Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024

TUESDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

MAX: 14, 18, 22, 25, 34, 40, 46 BONUS 30

WESTERN: 11, 17, 33, 34, 40, 47, 48 BONUS 8

PICK 2: 1, 8

1 minute read Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024

MONDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

DAILY GRAND: 8, 11, 17, 23, 38 GN 1

PICK 2: 2, 3

PICK 3: 8, 9, 7

1 minute read Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024

SUNDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

PICK 2: 2, 4

PICK 3: 7, 6, 5

PICK 4: 8, 8, 9, 0

1 minute read Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024

TUESDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

MAX: 1, 4, 23, 24, 31, 40, 48 BONUS 38

WESTERN: 10, 16, 17, 19, 30, 38, 43 BONUS 48

PICK 2: 2, 0

1 minute read Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024

SUNDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

PICK 2: 9, 3

PICK 3: 8, 8, 7

PICK 4: 0, 3, 7, 1

1 minute read Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024

MONDAY’S LUCKY NUMBERS

DAILY GRAND: 4, 20, 29, 33, 43 GN 5

PICK 2: 5, 8

PICK 3: 0, 7, 2

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