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Down at the Park with friends of mine
Although the building itself has been standing on Osborne for nearly 100 years, the Park Theatre’s current format celebrates its sixth year in existence this month. Before that, it would have taken a special eye to see what the old and abandoned building could become.
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The end of Aqua Books
Last month’s news that downtown bookstore Aqua Books and attached restaurant EAT! Bistro will be closing this fall hit a nerve with many in Winnipeg.
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Combining many festivals gets you one big Manyfest
While it may seem like the third new festival in as many years to happen on Broadway in early September, Manyfest is really just a new name for what has recently been known as Lights on Broadway and 5 Events One Weekend.
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The boys are back in town – maybe for the last time
In June, Hamilton, Ont. dance poppers Junior Boys released their fourth LP in a decade, the soulful It’s All True. With the release of an EP pegged for later this year, the duo of Jeremy Greenspan and Matt Didemus will fulfill its obligation to Domino Records.
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More music this week
More music the week
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Samantha Savage Smith: From Bandcamp to Arts & Crafts in a few easy steps
Samantha Savage Smith is quite possibly one of the most humble and down-to-earth singer-songwriters you are likely to meet.
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Fashion Streeter
I try to get people discussing the trend of tribal designs in today’s fashion. -
Remembering Jack Layton
I’m going to address a pretty pundential topic right now: Jack Layton.
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At ease with the logo
Dear Concerned Citizens of Winnipeg,
I love the new Jets logo, but I was really put off at first by its militaristic nature. -
Let’s keep it clean and clear
When it comes to provincial politics, everyone has their own point of view.
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U of W prof leads way with research on intellectual disabilities in sport
One of the fastest growing aspects in the constantly expanding field of sport psychology is research involving athletes with intellectual disabilities.
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Downtown BIZ hires new Watch ambassadors
The Downtown Winnipeg Business Improvement Zone (BIZ) hired 10 new red-shirted Watch ambassadors this summer for the upcoming Winnipeg Jets season, increasing the number of private security personnel on the streets of downtown from 14 to 24.
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Head of Winnipeg public service comes under fire
The contentious appointment of Mayor Sam Katz’s long-time friend, Phil Sheegl, as the head of Winnipeg’s public service has raised the ire of opposition city councillors who now claim that they were kept in the dark during the hiring process.
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Swingin’ the south
Changes to Manitoba’s electoral boundaries could provide some interesting storylines in the south end of the city, according to one political expert.
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Manitoba Hydro debate rages on
Whether it’s claims of an $11,000 per household surcharge to route a planned new transmission line, or threats that the Crown Corporation will fall into private hands, Manitoba Hydro is providing a powerful focus for striking accusations in the lead-up to the Oct. 4 Manitoba Provincial Election.
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Derek Nepinak’s renewal strategy
Derek Nepinak, Manitoba’s newly elected Grand Chief, is calling his platform the “Renewal Strategy,” and is focusing on strengthening education and health in Manitoba’s First Nations’ communities.
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Kayla Luky
Kayla Luky presents a collection of well-crafted songs that prove she’s a mature artist, but to pretend this record is about anything but her massive voice is a big mistake.
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Paper Bag Records Summer Sampler
This seven-song set from Toronto’s Paper Bag Records doesn’t have any exclusive material, but it is a phenomenal showcase of some the hottest artists of the year.
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PS I Love
Kingston noise/pop duo PS I Love You pull a Jesus and Mary Chain here by releasing a B-sides/singles collection soon after a debut.
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Dan Mangan
Canada’s newest indie singer-songwriter sensation Dan Mangan returns with a heck of a record. Opener About As Helpful As You Can Be Without Being Any Help At All thunders in with a lush cradle for Mangan’s gravelly delivery, while Post-War Blues drives home a message as it gets your head nodding.
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Burnt Witch Survivors Group
This six-song EP from Winnipeg band Burnt Witch Survivors Group isn’t as simple to categorize or describe as an initial listen might suggest.
University of Winnipeg and downtown community newspaper