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Vincent Massey High School Proudly Presents: Grease: School Edition

Keystone Centre Unveils “Seat of Truth” to Promote Truth and Reconciliation in Westoba Place

Announcing The Connecting Westman Tour Loge Box

Food Truck Warz 2024, a look back in photos

Smoked & Sauced takes home top honors at this year’s Food Truck Warz in Brandon

Amazing food on tap this weekend at the Keystone Centre

Candy’s Cold Treats Set to Cool Things Down at Brandon’s Food Truck Warz

Complete food truck listing 2024

CTV Presents the World Broadcast Premiere of The Tragically Hip Tour Documentary LONG TIME RUNNING

TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2017 /CNW/ - On the heels of last night's big buzz World Premiere at the 42nd Toronto International Film Festival, and a cross-Canada theatrical launch beginning today from Elevation Pictures, CTV today announced the television broadcast premiere of LONG TIME RUNNING, the powerful feature documentary about iconic Canadian band The Tragically Hip and their momentous final tour. The special CTV Feature Presentation premieres across Canada on Sunday, November 12 at 8 p.m. ET. On Monday, November 13, the commercial-free theatrical version of LONG TIME RUNNING begins streaming on Canada's premium TV streaming service CraveTV. From acclaimed directors Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas De Pencier, LONG TIME RUNNING is presented by Bell Media and Elevation Pictures and is produced by Banger Films in association with Shed Creative, a division of Universal Music Canada. "Beginning today, Hip fans from across the country can gather together to experience one of the most poignant and emotionally powerful films of the year on the big screen and in Dolby Atmos, a new audio format that delivers three-dimensional sound, before coming to Canadian TV screens in November," said Randy Lennox, President, Bell Media. "We're honoured to have played a role in bringing LONG TIME RUNNING to life, a film that celebrates the legacy of the band and their music which has become a soundtrack to the lives of many Canadians." For a look at LONG TIME RUNNING, click HERE. LONG TIME RUNNING chronicles The Tragically Hip's iconic 2016 Man Machine Poem tour and emotional final concert in their hometown of Kingston, ON after the band's announcement that lead singer Gord Downie was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer. From Heriot Bay, BC to Gros Morne, NL to Moosonee, ON, viewers are given a unique and exclusive perspective into The Tragically Hip's world through interviews, verité, intimate behind-the-scenes moments, fan testimonials, audience experience, and performance footage. Fans can buy their tickets now to see LONG TIME RUNNING in Cineplex and Landmark theatres across Canada, beginning today. Commissioned by Bell Media, the film is directed by renowned Canadian documentary filmmakers Jennifer Baichwal and Nicholas de Pencier (Manufactured Landscapes, Act of God, Watermark), and produced by Banger Films' Scot McFadyen (HIP-HOP EVOLUTION, RUSH: BEYOND THE LIGHTED STAGE), and Rachel McLean, in association with Shed Creative (a division of Universal Music Canada). Executive Producers are Bernie Breen, Patrick Sambrook, Scot McFadyen, Sam Dunn, Randy Lennox, Jeffrey Remedios, Dave Harris, Naveen Prasad, and Jeremy Smith. Music Consultant is Tyson Parker, Bell Media. Production Executives are Tina Apostolopoulos and Robin Johnston, Bell Media. Corrie Coe is Senior Vice-President, Original Programming, Bell Media. Mike Cosentino is President, Content and Programming, Bell Media. Tracey Pearce is President, Distribution and Pay, Bell Media. Randy Lennox is President, Bell Media. 
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Joe Beeverz releases limited edition menu for Food Truck Warz

This weekend Joe Beeverz Bar and Grill kicks off a new limited edition menu only available at Food Truck Warz.  The menu is highlighted by a King Crab poutine, which includes a whole king crab leg with every order.   Chad Wallin said they wanted to ensure they provided those attending with some unique items that is away from their regular menu offering.  In total they will be offering 6 different menu items which are as inventive as they are tasty. In addition to setting up shop at Food Truck Warz, Joe Beeverz also offers a full catering service which is perfect for your next office party, birthday party, or event.

Westman Dreams for Kids 50/50 raffle

Make sure to stop in at the Westman Dreams for Kids tent this weekend at the Food Truck Warz to purchase your ticket for 50/50! They will be set up in the Victoria Inn parking lot from 12-9 on Saturday and 11-4 on Sunday. Draw will be made at 4pm Sunday and announced on their Facebook page, web site and the Food Truck Warz Facebook page. Tickets are 3 for $10 and can be purchased early by calling their office at 204-729-8898

Smoked & Sauced Mobile BBQ making debut at Food Truck Warz

Smoked & Sauced Mobile BBQ is a family run business based in Brandon, MB.  Food Truck Warz will be their first event operating however you can expect to see more of them at many of the local events coming up. The owner/operator, Jayson McCallum has 19 years experience in the culinary industry.  They have one of the biggest, if not the biggest, BBQ's in Westman and specialize in smoked meats of all kinds. Expect to see pulled pork, baby back ribs, Mac and cheese, poutines, and deep fried pickles at the event this weekend!!!!
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Two weeks to Food Truck Warz, what you can look forward to

Brandon, and Westman, you have less than two weeks left to wait until Brandon's first ever Food Truck Warz takes over the city. Food Truck Warz debuts at the Victorian Inn parking lot on September 16 & 17. Saturday hours are 11:00 am to 9:00 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Our inaugural event features 15+ food trucks serving up some of the tastiest food this province has to offer on four wheels. With trucks coming from different parts of the province guests will have the opportunity to experience a wide array of food including: Japanese fusion, Mexican, El Salvadoran, Ukrainian, Italian and BBQ, plus many more. There will also be a few trucks serving both gluten free and vegan options. Guests are encouraged to head down the Food Truck Warz trailer on-site to cast their vote for the “Fan Favourite Truck”, an award that will be presented to the truck who receives the most votes. Voting starts at 11:00 am on the Saturday and goes to 3:00 pm on the Sunday, allowing organizers time to calculate the votes. Westman Communications Group will be on hand producing a feature on Food Truck Warz to be aired on WCG-TV. Sponsors onsite include Westman Communications Group and Vanguard Credit Union. Westman Dreams for Kids will be selling a progressive 50/50 over the weekend. Bringing the kids? There will be several bouncy castles to enjoy courtesy Brandon Bouncy Castles & Inflatables. A Facebook photo prop will be available at the Food truck Warz trailer. Guests are encouraged to take a photo of themselves, with the prop, and post on their respective Facebook/Titter pages. Random prizes will be distributed throughout the weekend to those people who post their photos with the tagline of #foodtruckwarz.   In addition to all the great street eats, we have also lined up some entertainment to accompany our first event. Some of Brandon's top DJ's are scheduled to attend over the two days including: Saturday DJ Red: 12pm-3pm DJ Xstatik: 4pm-7-pm DJ Dirty Bird: 7pm-9pm Sunday Finally Famous: 11am-2pm DJ Dirty Bird: 3pm-5pm