A nationally recognized project is working at putting art supplies into the hands of students in remote communities.

We've talked with Colleen Gray from Art For Aid before, but a lot has happened at the project since then. So let's sit down with Colleen again to find out what's going on. 

https://www.artforaid.ca/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

Tucked between the cities of Morden and Winkler in rural Manitoba, there’s a place that allows one to escape the present and see the lives of Manitoba’s farming pioneers.

Let’s talk to Jake Buhler, Vice-President of the Pembina Threshermen’s museum and learn about the history of 1878.

https://www.threshermensmuseum.com/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

When you think of Thanksgiving what comes to mind? Turkey, stuffing, family gatherings? However, music doesn’t come to mind. 

One musician is trying to change that. Xiya is from Houston, Texas, and wants to inspire a movement of Thanksgiving music. 

https://xiyacontent.com/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

Luana Cunha is an amazing and talented person. Not only is she a teacher, but she’s also a musician and was the face for Ethno Fest 2021!

Let’s sit down with Luana to find out more about her love for literature, music, and her home country of Brazil.  

https://saraucarioca.wordpress.com/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

When you live in Winnipeg, sometimes you can forget what's going on in rural Manitoba. 

'Beyond the Perimeter' is an event for just that, letting newcomers know about the opportunities outside of the city. 

Here's MANSO's Valeria Castellanos and Regional Connections' Steve Reynolds to tell us more about this Virtual event on November 2 and 16.  

Nov 2: https://bit.ly/3EpHpoJ

Nov 16: https://bit.ly/2XUbqgJ

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

The harvest season and fall have significance for many people and cultures. The end of October signifies Halloween, but it’s also the Dia de Muertos celebration—the Day of the Dead for Mexico.

Here’s Alberto, president of the Mexican Association of Manitoba, to teach us about Mexico, the association and, of course, Día de Muertos.

https://www.mexycanmb.ca/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

Called the “White Night,” Nuit Blanche is a free nighttime exploration and celebration of contemporary art that kick-starts Culture Days Manitoba. I thought I had missed it this year, but luckily, the events continue to be held until this Sunday, Oct 24. 

Did you know a group of flamingos is called a flamboyance? I learned about that from Nicholas Danzinger, another artist at Nuit Blanche.

https://nuitblanchewinnipeg.ca/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

Called the “White Night,” Nuit Blanche is a free nighttime exploration and celebration of contemporary art that kick-starts Culture Days Manitoba. I thought I had missed it this year, but luckily, the events continue to be held until this Sunday, Oct 24. 

Luv Lite is located at 492 Main St and was created by artist Joshua Banman.  I got to sit down and chat with Josh about his project, life as an artist and experimental storyteller. 

https://joshuabanman.com/

https://nuitblanchewinnipeg.ca/

Intro and outro music: Mind Games - Mathew Mcguire.

Dr. Amilla Heendeniya is an Infectious Disease Physician and works at three acute hospitals in Winnipeg. Dr. Heendeniya discusses how COVID-19 has affected us so far, and what we can potentially expect with future waves.  

Doc Talk MB: https://u-channel.ca/doc-talk-manitoba/ 

In partnership with Doctors Manitoba and Alt Hotel, and supported by Protect MB Community Outreach.

Dr. Denise Koh discusses the benefits of getting the COVID-19 vaccine.  

Doc Talk MB: https://u-channel.ca/doc-talk-manitoba/ 

In partnership with Doctors Manitoba and Alt Hotel, and supported by Protect MB Community Outreach.