Brandon, and area residents, will have the opportunity to pick up some new wheels this weekend when the Kiwanis Club of Brandon hosts their popular spring bike auction. The Brandon Kiwanis Club has a contractual arrangement with the Brandon Police Service to sell bicycles that they collect through theft, and other means. This year approximately 100-125 bikes are expected be up for auction, and volunteers have been busy servicing the bikes prior to going to auction. Bikes can potentially sell for as low as $10. Miller Auctions will be onsite to auction off the bikes. The event will take place on the 29th of April, 2017 inside the Keystone Centre's Manitoba Room. The auction starts at 10:00 AM. People interested in making a bid for a bike at the auction will have a chance to survey the bikes before the event starting at 9:00 AM. All sales are final and no reserve bids will be accepted.

We went to Canadian Tire tonight, since last week....I ripped off what was left of 1 windshield wiper, and yesterday the remaining wiper fell to pieces. And this am I went ahead and pushed the "windshield spray" button because it was so dirty I had nothing left to lose.....I was wrong about that too. Actually I knew it would make a mess but I did it anyway. Because I'm like that. I never know what year my car is, even though it doesn't change.....same car as always, it's a white one. And I can't remember my co-op number either. That's what I told the kid at the co-op gas station, just before Canadian Tire, when he asked for my co-op number. Right after I pleaded with him to change the wipers for me. He said he's not very good at it. I could relate. I'm not good at some stuff either. Like remembering numbers. So apparently "white car" isn't enough info for the helpful computer in the windshield wiper isle. So I just guessed, at all the questions. I got Chevy right. Know what would be helpful? If the helper computer announced that wiper blade, that's right, BLADE, not blades, are sold separately. Alone. One. 1. It does not. I picked up what the computer told me to, and went to pay. At which point, my young son inquires why I'm only buying 1 wiper blade. I look at the package. He's right. 1. One. There's 1 in there. "Hi I'd like to buy a sock. No, just 1." "Hi. I'm looking for ear plug. No no, not "plugs", just plug. One please." Exxxxxactly. And I went back, to the wiper isle in my state of dismay, to get another one. And the 9 year old clearly saw I had not even 1 clue, let alone 2, and proceeded to check the length of the now, wiper bladezzzzzzzzzzzzz, to make sure the numbers matched, since he's obviously more knowledgeable on this subject. Good thing I didn't try and handle this on my own. Thank you little one. And in completely unrelated events. Here's a few pictures from the past while that are from around the area. I suppose I will be needing windshield wipers if I'm going to continue gallivanting, so the story and the pictures do have a slight connection. Yours truly, Caley

This free one hour session will offer participants direction from a certified Heart and Stroke instructor on emergency skills in an event of a witnessing cardiac arrest. Utilizing Heart and Stroke's Friends and Family CPR kits participants will learn the signs of a cardiac arrest, how to preform chest compressions, and how to use an AED. Each participants is able to take their CPR kit home with them after the session to pass on to family and friends. Did you know that over 85% of cardiac arrest occur outside of a medical facility? They happen in our workplaces, at sporting events, and our homes. Quick response in an important factor in survival rates. Learn what to do at this one hour session on March 22, 2017 at the Healthy Living Centre at the Brandon University. ( 6:30pm -7:30 pm) Space is limited. Register today by contacting Lisa Bagan at Heart and Stroke 431-800-5034 or lisa.bagan@heartandstroke.ca Together we can create a Heart Safe community.

A wedding dress sale, Opportunity Bridal, which travels to cities throughout Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatoon and Alberta is going to be setting up a one day pop-up store in Brandon. The sale is slated to take place at the Keystone Centre on Sunday, May the 7th. Hundreds of wedding dresses, from some of the best international designers, will be on sale with prices ranging from $199-$899. Dresses (600+) are stocked in a wide array of sizes (from 2-28) and will be available on a first come, first served basis. Organizers tell bdnmb.ca “Brides often arrive early and line ups for when the doors open at 9am is normal.” All dresses are new, and unworn. with designer styles up to 90% off the original MSRP. In addition to a wide selection of wedding dresses, Opportunity Bridal also has a selection of veils, tiaras and other unique accessories to complete your wedding look. For your shopping convenience change rooms will be provided and Interac, cash and major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) will be accepted. Admission is free. Facebook Event (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});      

On June 3rd, 2017, the Canadian Cancer Society will hold it's annual Westman Relay for Life Fundraiser event at the Keystone Center grounds from 2-11pm. Come on out and show you support for friends and family who have been affected by cancer. There will be LOTS of local businesses and entertainment involved with the event, providing family fun for everyone! Music, children's games, and local vendors galore! The Relay for Life is the flagship fundraiser for the CCS, and needs your help supporting vital, groundbreaking cancer treatment research, support and care programs, and many other assistance efforts. Walk, jog, or run, and show your support! Please register your team at www.relayforlife.ca, or contact Deanna Danielson at the CCS office at 204 571 2800, and start fund-raising with your team today.