Brandon's hottest dance party is BACK for one great evening! The 4th installment of Jump City goes live December 23rd at Houston's Roadhouse, in Brandon. Jon 'City Wide' Mazer promises that everyone attending the annual Jump City event will experience something very different than your typical night at the bar. Mazer  tells BDNMB.CA that Jump City has several ideas planned for the evening to get you into the holiday spirit including: guest DJ’s, special effects, and the use of video screens. All of the evenings enhancements are designed to make Jump City a one of a kind party experience in Brandon. According to Spencer Day, one of the event organizers, the night will be unlike anything Houston’s has seen before. To accomplish this feat organizers plan to use CO2, glow bars, and an amazing light and sound show of which one would normally never see in a Brandon bar. Tickets are affordable and only $10.00 at the door. You also you can contact Houston’s 204-728-5775 for your own VIP booth and table. Special guest performers include Jherrad Cumming, and some of Brandon's best local DJs. Ciroc will be on hand promoting some of their newest flavours! You won't want to miss this party!  

According to their web site The Little Mermaid, The Musical is set to make a stop in Brandon for a performance on Wednesday July the 12th. The show, geared towards children aged 1-10, lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and “features many songs as well as numerous decor and costume changes in order to keep young and old surprised and amazed all the way through the show”. More than 10 magical characters are featured throughout the performance including The Little Mermaid, Prince Frederick, Bernard, and Captain Rolf. All performers will be available at the end of the show for a meet and greet with the children. The show is produced by Tohu-Bohu, out of Montreal. Advance tickets, with a special pre-sale offer, are available on their web site. Show time is scheduled for 7:00 pm inside the Keystone Centre Amphitheater.

The Westman Wedding Expo is taking place at the Keystone Centre, inside the Manitoba Room, on February 5th,. Brandon's biggest wedding show will be home for one day to many different wedding specialists, a custom fashion show, and the opportunity for one lucky bride to win a Grand Prize Ultimate Wedding Give-Away estimated to be over $18,000 in value. The Westman Wedding Expo, hosted by Party Professionals & Wedding Expressions, has everything you will need to plan an extravagant wedding or a quiet destination wedding. Brides and their guests will have the opportunity to visit a wide variety of exhibitors for help in planning their special day. The event runs from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm and admission price is only $10 in advance, or $15 at the door.

You’ve probably got at least one cause you’re passionate about. And, your hard work and success have placed you and your family in a position to give back to your community. To make sure your donation makes the biggest impact possible, you need a plan. Step 1 – decide what matters most With so many ways to make a difference, deciding which charities to support can be overwhelming. When you’re choosing where to direct your money, consider: Do your core values align with a specific cause or organization? Are you or someone you care about personally affected by an issue? Is there a cause you think needs more attention? Are there organizations you already support that you’d like to do more for? How does the charity distribute their funds? Luckily, there are a lot of independent sites, including Charity Intelligence Canada, that offer comprehensive ratings based on transparency, need and operating efficiency. Step 2 – direct your donation dollars Once you find a cause you’re passionate about, decide how you want to make your mark. Will all your donation dollars go to one organization or to several? Will it be a one-time gift or ongoing? Is this a personal project or will your family and friends join the cause? Don’t be afraid to think outside the box. Want to inspire innovation? Create your own charity, grant or scholarship fund. Or maybe there’s an organization you could partner with to match your gift. The sky’s the limit when it comes to your charitable legacy. Step 3 – build a team to help you realize your dream Seek the advice of professionals who can help you make the most of your gift. A financial security advisor can help you: Align your philanthropic plans with the core values and issues that matter most to you and your family Identify a plan to involve your family – today and tomorrow Take advantage of tax efficiencies and benefits Your team might also include: Lawyers Accountants Philanthropy consultants Ready, set, give! Contact me today to see how you can maximize your gift today to help create a better tomorrow.