Toronto, ON – April 9, 2019 – By the half-way point of last year’s sold out Thank You Canada tour, it was clear to figure skating superstars, Tessa Virtue, Scott Moir and Patrick Chan, that they were far from done creating and developing a new style of skating entertainment. Conversations then began in earnest to focus on the next logical step. Today, Virtue and Moir appeared on CTV’s Your Morning, to announce Rock The Rink – an annual tour that focuses on being more than a figure skating show. Combining the highest level of on-ice superstar talent with an ever-evolving touring production, Rock The Rink will produce the highest value of entertainment. This year – along with upgrades to lighting, video and interactive technology – live music will be introduced to the show, with featured special musical guest, Birds of Bellwoods. “Last year, we rode the Olympic wave and carried the momentum through the Thank You Canada tour – a fulfilling project that truly allowed us to connect with fans coast to coast,” says Virtue. “This year, it’s critical that we elevate the production and generate authentic entertainment in new and creative ways. Scott and I have spent our career striving for more, taking risks, and daring ourselves to be better…our approach to this is no different.” Adds Moir, “The goal for Rock The Rink is to be something that fans of skating and live entertainment will look forward to year after year, knowing that it will always be a can’t miss night,” adds Moir. “We want to give people a memorable experience and broaden the scope of what can be done in the show skating realm,” continues Virtue. “We are ready for fresh and innovative ways to share our passion with audiences across the country!” "I'm honored to be a part of such a unique and innovative production,” reflects Chan. “Anyone that has followed our careers understands our dedication to creativity and entertainment. We want each and every person to be a part of an experience and not just a ‘show’. What we're creating hasn’t been done before and I can’t wait to show it to the fans." The production will tour from coast-to-coast across Canada, and will include a few select U.S. cities as well. The cast will again feature Canadian greats, Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, Patrick Chan, Kaetlyn Osmond and Elvis Stojko. The show will also be bringing some world-renowned skating talent from Europe and the U.S.. Italian Olympic Medalist and World Champion, Carolina Kostner, and Italian World Champions, Anna Cappellini and Luca Lanotte, will each tour in North America for the first time, while Olympic Medalist and four time U.S. National Champion, Jeremy Abbott, will return to Canadian touring for the first time in seven years. Tickets will go on sale Friday, May 3 at tickets.keystonecentre.com. The cross-country tour launches Saturday, October 5 in Abbotsford, BC and will hit over 30 cities before wrapping in St. John’s, NL. The tour, which is presented by Round Room, is proud of its continued relationship with Bell Media as the official tour media sponsor. October 20 – Brandon, MB – Westoba Place, Keystone Centre For a complete list of tour dates and to purchase tickets, please visit rocktherink.com. (Submitted by Keystone Centre)

Summer in Brandon just got a whole lot more interesting. Brandon Bouncy Castles & Inflatables today announced that they will be setting up an outdoor inflatable water park for 4-6 weeks starting mid June, 2019. James Ruser told bdnmb.ca that he will be setting up eight inflatable water slides on the grounds at the Keystone Centre. According to James, this is a project he has been working on for approximately 3-years now. As a kid he can remember all of the fun he had at the watersides, when they were located in Brandon, and he was looking to duplicate a similar experience for others. The tallest water slide (Dropkick) will be 48 feet tall making it visible from 18th Street or Richmond Avenue.  In addition to the water slides James said that they will also be setting up 4-6 inflatable bouncy castles and assorted bouncers. Other featured attractions include a 75-foot obstacle course and inflatable archery tag. Archery tag is very similar to laser tag but with arrows. They will also have a food truck on hand (Pork Floyd) as well as a small canteen with ice cream, water, etc. There will be a daily admission change with potential access from either Richmond Ave or 13th Street. The inflatable water park will remain open for approximately 6-weeks.

The 3rd annual Touch-A-Truck Brandon event (Saturday, June 1, 2019) will be held on the SW corner of the Keystone Centre grounds. Touch-A-Truck Brandon is a unique fundraiser that is an interactive, outdoor, family friendly experience, allowing kids to “touch”, climb, explore and discover all kinds of vehicles in a safe environment. A large variety of trucks are on-hand every year including construction, farm, heavy-duty, and emergency vehicles. Once again there will be a QUIET HOUR from 9am-10am, free of sirens, music and honking for those who need it. The cost is only $5 per person and payable in cash at the gate. Date/time: Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 9 AM – 4 PM

The Westman Dreams for Kids Children's Country Fair will be changing locations in 2019. This year organizers have announced that they will be setting up at the beautiful Riverbank Discovery Center on June 2nd from 10am-4pm. Royal LePage has also joined the annual event as the presenting sponsor.  Children's Country Fair is a free event for families in Westman featuring a variety of activities and entertainment for everyone of all ages. Last year the event saw over 4,000 people take in all the fun. Confirmed attractions TagEm Entertainment Live stage performers all day Toddler Town KG Style & Beauty Lavander Blue Henna Just 4 Kidz Brandon Boxing Club Ricklyn Farms petting Zoo Once upon a time princesses

Source: ACC The Manitoba Institute of Culinary Arts has been hosting the International Wine and Food Festival for many years. Culinary Arts and Hotel & Restaurant Management students research and prepare 40 fabulous wine and food pairings from around the world for an evening of culinary delight. Tickets to this year's event are $75. Maximum of four tickets per caller. Tickets are non-refundable. Date: April 25 & 26, 2019 Time: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets go on sale: Thursday, April 4 at 9 a.m. Must be 18 years or older to attend. ID is checked at the door. Maximum of four tickets available per caller. Every MICA event is organized by students and faculty, providing a practical component to both our Culinary Arts and Hotel & Restaurant Management programs. You can call 204.725.8738 or 800.862.6307 ext 6516 once the phone lines open for each of our MICA events.