On Thursday, March 9th, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, the Western Manitoba Regional Library (WMRL) will be hosting “A Night at the Strand” at the downtown branch of the Brandon Public Library. The event will feature a screening of a short film made locally by Grand Illusion Film Company called The Button Lady, followed by the classic film House on Haunted Hill. The event will take place in the Program Room, which has been set up to accommodate 30 to 40 people in a theatre-style setting. The Rosser Avenue and parkade doors will be left open by Town Center security from 6:30 to 9:30 PM to allow event attendees to park for free. The Brandon General Museum & Archives will be bringing materials from the actual Strand Theatre to the event. The Western Manitoba Regional Library will provide refreshments including popcorn and drinks. Manager of Programming & Community Services, Alex Rogowsky says “This is an exciting program in multiple ways. It's a collaboration between the Brandon Public Library and the Brandon General Museum and Archives. It'll bring together cinema and local history. We're hoping to continue this kind of unique programming for our community!”

Brandon's Matt Cory is defying the odds.   He isn't a country music artist or someone that sounds like Drake.   Rather a straight ahead rock artist that has influence's from Default - Nickelback - Disturbed and Drowning Pool. In a media release today Matt explained what he is trying to do and without a local rock radio station he has to attempt to get his sound out any possible way. Independent Artist, Matt Cory has returned with his first new single in over a year! Heavier than anything he's ever done before, Lit Up And Out Of Line packs a punch with its heavy driving guitar riff and anthemic chorus reminiscent of a modern day Shout At The Devil. If you're looking for that track to give you that extra pump while you're at the gym, out on a run or that boost your team needs before the championship game, this is sure to do the trick! Lit Up And Out Of Line is the first single from his upcoming EP: Ghost Rising, slated for release later this year. To hear more of Matt Cory’s music check him out on the streaming platform of your choice! Learn more about Matt Cory at www.mattcorymusic.com and stay up to date by following him on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. Credits: Written by Matt Cory, Wes Lipischak Vocals: Matt Cory Guitars: Matt Cory Bass: Matt Cory Keys: Matt Cory Drum programming: Wes Lipischak, Matt Cory Produced by Matt Cory Streaming Platform links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3xQKYZCmeWKKD3ZMrmInzy Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/matt-cory/1455420845 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.co.uk/artists/B001I7IQLE/matt-cory Tidal: https://tidal.com/browse/artist/13502150 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIMwDsDvbC8

Earlier today organizers announced the first Round of artists slated to perform at this years “Rockin’ the Fields of Minnedosa” (August 4-6 2023). Tickets go on sale February 22 at 10am. The Glorious Sons / Lou Gramm / Sebastian Bach / The Sheepdogs / Aldo Nova / Jack Russell's Great White / Toronto Band / Default (Band) / Kick Axe / Snake Oil 

Mark you calendars, Base Commander's Lobsterfest returns to Shilo on Saturday June 10, 2023. Tickets are limited to the first 800 sold and go on-sale starting February 16. For additional information please see the event poster below.

Winnipeg filmmaker Randy Frykas, a former student at ACC in Brandon (1998-2000), is currently working on a series of documentaries capturing the stories, sights, and sounds from outdoor rinks around the country. "I have always wanted to make a hockey movie and after a couple of years of running the Outdoor Hockey Club Instagram account, I decided to combine my love for outdoor hockey and filmmaking" Frykas told bdnmb.ca. The plan for year 1 is to release 10 total episodes. As of Feb 9, Frykas has released two episodes (Moosomin, SK & Whitehorse, YT) and filmed five. He usually spends 10-12 hours shooting and 20-30 hours editing for each episode. That doesn't include the pre-production and research hours that keep things moving efficiently. Research for the series began in June 2022. Frykas has spent weeks researching, emailing, and making phone calls to learn about various rinks and the community around it. He is trying to include backyard rinks, community rinks, rinks on lakes and rivers, etc. There are many challenges with planning travel, keeping the costs manageable, unpredictable weather, and whatever else comes up. You can follow OHC on Instagram and YouTube (@outdoorhockeyclub) and keep an eye out for the story coming soon on CBC The National.