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Tarralik Duffy: Gasoline Rainbows
Kenojuak Ashevak Memorial Award recipient multimedia artist Tarralik Duffy will have a solo exhibition at WAG-Qaumajuq opening September 22, 2023, following her artist residency here in July and August. Duffy is well-known for her work with jewellery, textiles, and pop art concepts. She is a very dexterous and agile in artist, inspired by the things […]
ᓯᑯ ᕿᕐᓂᖅᓯᓯᒪᔪᖅ | Dark Ice
Organized and circulated by the Ottawa Art Gallery, Dark Ice is an essential examination of the profound and drastic impact that climate change is already having on our varied ecosystems and how this impact is most evident in communities of the North. The exhibition was conceived through the collaboration of artists Leslie Reid (Ottawa, ON) […]
legs: a collaborative exhibition by Christine Fellows, Chantel Mierau, Jennifer Still
Gallery 1C03, the campus art gallery of The University of Winnipeg, is pleased to present the Canadian premiere of the award-winning short film, legs. legs is elegy. A poem written with the full length of the body. Winnipeg artists Christine Fellows (music/sound/stop-motion), Chantel Mierau (costume/video) and Jennifer Still (poet) work in stride with life’s undoings—snapped clotheslines, […]
Mini Mondays at the Children’s Museum
Mini Mondays at the Children’s Museum
January is International Creativity month – Imagine That! Guests will start off the month by making their own sock puppet creations and then moving their bodies with some parachute games. Next, we will explore colouring with chalk and practice our gross motor skills with hopscotch. Buttons aren’t just for clothes – we will create our […]
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Everything Has Disappeared
What would happen if every Filipino person in our society suddenly…disappeared? EVERYTHING HAS DISAPPEARED by Mammalian Diving Reflex & UNIT Productions Conceived & Directed by Hazel Venzon & Darren O'Donnell February 1 - 4, 2024 Everything Has Disappeared shines a spotlight on the special and unique relationship the Filipino diaspora has to the global economy: they […]
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One Night
The event kicks off on the evening of February 6, 2024. Participants will unite to get a glimpse into the nightly challenges faced by hundreds of Canadians. We're asking event-goers to spend a night sleeping in their cars to raise funds for Raising the Roof's homelessness prevention programs. We recognize that sleeping in your car […]
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BPM X WAG–QAUMAJUQ
BPM X WAG–QAUMAJUQ
Celebrate Black Professionals in Music during Black History Month at WAG–Qaumajuq! BPM X WAG-Qaumajuq is returning on February 9 for a special event to celebrate Black History Month! This event will feature sets from three acclaimed Winnipeg-based artists: Kelly Bado, Tommyphyll, and DJ Zuki. The evening will be intimate and interactive, allowing the artists to […]
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Explore-Abilities Evening: A Sensory-Friendly Museum Event
Explore-Abilities Evening: A Sensory-Friendly Museum Event
Part of our Explore-Abilities Access Program, join us on Saturday, February 10 from 5:30PM – 7:30PM for an Explore-Abilities Evening – a sensory-friendly museum experience designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to have fun and enjoy interactive, hands-on learning in a safe and accessible facility! *Bonus!* In preparation for […]
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THREADS: A Fashion Demonstration
THREADS: A Fashion Demonstration
During the next Canada Life Free Sunday @ WAG-Qaumajuq, don’t miss the first-ever Threads, presented in partnership with Black Artists Winnipeg! Threads is a celebration of Black History, culture and fashion from across the diaspora during Black History Month. On Sunday, February 11, join us in the Main Hall to celebrate fashion, music, and culture! Threads will feature designers Mide Tamar, […]
INGIA | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
INGIA | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Joyce German is a talented South Sudanese Canadian jazz saxophonist and vocalist known for her unique fusion of African influences and jazz—a rising star in Winnipeg's vibrant jazz scene. Joyce has captivated audiences with her dynamic performances and original compositions that incorporate South Sudanese traditional songs. She collaborates with various bands in the city, showcasing […]
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I Love To Read Month at the Children’s Museum
Join us in celebrating literacy this I Love To Read Month when we’ll be exploring the many ways stories are told through music, dance, art, and theatre. There are so many ways to enjoy reading and we want to share them all with you!
THESE EYES: Manitoba Love Stories, Canadian Love Songs
THESE EYES: Manitoba Love Stories, Canadian Love Songs
From PTE in Concert: Celebrate the day of love with songs & stories from the heart! Five talented musicians will perform songs inspired by real life love stories, including: 💗 These Eyes (The Guess Who) 💗 If You Could Read My Mind (Gordon Lightfoot) 💗 Still the One (Shania Twain) And more! Tickets: $30 Treat you loved one with VIP Tickets - $50: Premium seating […]
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Ken Gold/Ron Halldorson Quartet | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Ken Gold/Ron Halldorson Quartet | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Saxophonist Ken Gold and guitarist Ron Halldorson have been working together in various groups for the past 35 years. Much of that has been as a duo for some extended gigs in Winnipeg (Blaze Bistro, Inferno’s). They share a common interest in great tunes from diverse musical genres, including bebop, country, pop, blues, Afro-Cuban, and […]
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Louis Riel Day
Louis Riel Day
Louis Riel is a VIP in Manitoba and we want to celebrate his legacy. Join us on February 19, 2024 as we welcome guest programmers from the Louis Riel Institute who will share a Louis Riel story and collage craft in celebration of Louis Riel’s Métis heritage.
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Jennifer Hanson + Her Handsome Lads | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Jennifer Hanson + Her Handsome Lads | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Jennifer Hanson is a Canadian musician with a repertoire as broad as the Canadian Shield. Whether she’s singing national anthems at NHL and CFL Games, or dancing on stage with Fred Penner, her witty banter and seductive vocal style leaves audiences wanting more. As the official anthem singer and musical coordinator for the Winnipeg Blue […]
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Mini Mondays at the Children’s Museum
Mini Mondays at the Children’s Museum
Mini Mondays are very special days at the Children’s Museum! Join us on Mondays from 10:00AM – 2:00PM for a fun-filled day of creative and stimulating programming exclusively designed for toddlers. We provide tailored crafts to help develop fine motor skills, activities that aid in dramatic play, and a special story time at 11:00AM and […]
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FORECAST
Gallery 1C03, the campus art gallery of The University of Winnipeg, is pleased to present FORECAST, a multi-media exhibition by artist Christina Battle, from February 29 until April 12, 2024. FORECAST is an ongoing series that considers the entanglement between environmental, social, political, and economic challenges facing the current moment. With a focus on air […]
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Sigurdís | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Sigurdís | Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Channeling isolation, darkness, and light is fundamental to Sigurdís' musical world, having spent her formative years growing up in the rural area of Northern Iceland. Now based in Denmark, Sigurdís completed her master's degree in composition and jazz piano from the Danish National Academy of Music in 2023 achieving the highest possible grade for her […]