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Local pizzeria celebrating 30th anniversary

J&G Homes Arena Welcomes Joe Beeverz

Announcing The Connecting Westman Tour Loge Box

Brandon Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New General Manager

Branches Raise More Than $28K for Local Organizations

Trans Canada Brewing Company set to expand to Brandon

Sushi Sama to Open New Location Inside Shoppers Mall Brandon This Fall

Westoba Inspire is now accepting applications for major projects up to $10,000

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New Clear Top Venue Coming to Keystone Centre Grounds

BRANDON, MB – The iconic Patmore forest, located on the Keystone Centre grounds is the site of a new, and unique, outdoor event venue. Clara – Latin for “bright” – is a clear top reception tent capable of hosting groups up to 350 among the 100 year old trees of the Keystone Centre’s most picturesque outdoor space. The event space will be located on a newly installed concrete pad. Limitless Events is currently taking reservations for Clara for spring 2021. Clara is a joint venture between Limitless Events, and the Keystone Centre, intended to bring more events to the Keystone Centre’s outdoor grounds. Perfect for weddings, the venue will also be used for cultural events, receptions, outdoor markets, and any other event looking for a unique, and elegant outdoor venue solution. “The Keystone Centre is privileged to have some of the nicest green space within the City, and we have been looking at ways to make it a more attractive site for events,” says Connie Lawrence, Keystone Centre assistant general manager and vice president of sales. “Clara will be an elegant centerpiece for that space, and the versatility means that the Keystone Centre can be home to events that may not have previously thought about hosting on our grounds. ”In addition to being the host site for Clara, the Keystone Centre will also manage all food and beverage arrangements for events held at the new venue. Booking inquiries can be directed to the Keystone Centre sales office at 204-729-3752 or info@keystonecentre.com. (Keystone Centre Release)

Brand New Clear Top Tent Wedding Venue, located just 15 minutes from Brandon

Engaged couples looking for a venue for their weddings have a new option starting in 2021. Located just 15 minutes South of Brandon, Oakland Estate features an elegant clear top tent surrounded by beautiful oak trees. Couples and their guests will enjoy the ceremony location, pathway with bistro lights, fire pit areas around the patio and a fully furnished bridal cottage! The venue rental includes tables and chairs, wheel chair accessible washrooms, a bar, caterer tent, clear tent, ceiling drapery with beautiful chandeliers and much more! "Building a wedding venue was always a dream of mine over the past four years, ever since I became a wedding photographer. My husband and I actually started planning and looking for the perfect property in summer of 2019".---owner, Janice Charriere The venue will have a maximum capacity of 200 people. Couples will have the option to hire a caterer of their choice. The transparent tent, with a cement floor for dancing, measures 50’x80’. Take a look at their website for more information, or to inquire about a booking. www.oaklandestate.ca. Facebook link.

Sara’s Pantry Partners with Glenboro UCT on Christmas Cheer Program

Sara’s Pantry has joined hands with the Glenboro UCT to bring Christmas Cheer to those in need this Christmas Season! UCT member, Charlene Claeys-Godard has been spearheading the Christmas Hamper program in Glenboro for years. With the impact COVID has had on many, she is grateful to have the support of the team behind Sara’s Pantry, Glenboro’s food security program. “It’s great to have a few more hands to help,” Said Godard. “We are very fortunate to have annual donors that give every year faithfully; this year is going to be tough for even more families, we want to be ready to meet that need.” Debbie Olsen, Co-Operating Manager at Sara’s Pantry says collection has already started. “Collection bins and donation jars have gone out today,” said Olsen. “If you are interested in donating a toy to a child, please call ACE Hardware 204-827-2334 to make arrangements over the phone; thank you so much for your support!”. Donations are being accepted at: • ACE Building Centre (204-827-2334) • D & A Foods • Glenboro Co-op • Glenboro Pharmacy • Westoba Credit Union The organizers have worked with the retailers at Glenboro Co-op and D & A Foods to put together $15.00 donation packages for purchase. “It’s like a full meal deal,” said Olsen. “The packages contain everything a small family or couple need for a healthy meal and more; the Glenboro Pharmacy is preparing similar packages containing personal hygiene items, just pick one up at the store and they will donate it to Sara’s Pantry.” Support for Sara’s Pantry has been strong with donations coming in recently from the Glenboro Ag Society, Pembina Co- op and the Glenboro Breakfast Club. Monetary donations can be made at Westoba Credit Union in Glenboro. “Our branch is proud to support Sara’s Pantry,” said Marie Bodnarchuk, Branch Manager at Westoba and Treasurer for Sara’s Pantry. “Just let any of us know you would like to donate, and we can help.” Glenboro School, middle years are collecting hygiene products. Donations can be made by the students at the school. Rimmer Technology has placed a recycle bin in front of their store to collect reusable shopping bags, plastic bags and travel size containers. Those looking to access support from Sara’s Pantry are encouraged to email saraspantry2020@gmail.com. Follow Sara’s Pantry on Facebook at @sarapantry2020. (summitted)
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14 Youth Earn $100 Deposits from Sunrise Credit Union

Brandon, Manitoba – Sunrise Credit Union awarded $1,400 to youth in Western Manitoba through its Financial Literacy Month contest in November. The contest saw youth across Sunrise Credit Union communities complete activity sheets to learn more about Borrowing Money, Making Money, Saving Money and Spending Money. Sheets returned to Sunrise Credit Union were entered into the contest, and 14 branches gave away a $100 deposit into a HeadStart Plan 24 account to one winner from their community. Sunrise Credit Union’s HeadStart Plan 24 account is specifically designed as a ‘first’ account for ages 0-18. It is an excellent way for young members to start saving while learning the ins and outs of depositing and withdrawing money, collecting interest, and saving for the future. The winners in Sunrise Credit Union’s 2020 Financial Literacy Month contest were: Damiano – Baldur Quinn – Brandon Cohen – Cypress River Audrey – Deloraine Dominik – Grandview Maisie - Hartney Kyle – Holland Ethan – Laurier Carly – Minnedosa Austin – Oakburn Sophia – Reston Claire – Shoal Lake Ayva – Ste. Rose du Lac Peyton - Strathclair Sunrise Credit Union is committed to educating the public to help individuals become self-sufficient to achieve financial stability. Providing these skills can help a person develop an economic ‘road map’ to identify what they earn, what they spend and what they owe. 2020 marked the tenth year of Financial Literacy Month. (submitted)
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Ten Thousand Villages Brandon Celebrates 30th Anniversary

his year Ten Thousand Villageson Rosser Avenue marksthirtyyears as an independent businessin Downtown Brandon. Ten Thousand Villages is more than a non-profit, volunteer run, fair trade organization selling crafts and consumables from around the World. Ten Thousand Villages buildslong-term relationships with artisans and small-scale farmers who receive a fair income, empowering themto provide a better future for their familiesand their communities. Meeghan Gavin, manager, states that “Ten Thousand Villages works with artisanswho would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed, providing sustainable income through Fair Trade. This income helps pay for food, education, health care and housing.” In 1990 a small group of volunteers moved the Self-Help Crafts (Ten Thousand Villages’ predecessor) from the MCC Thrift Store on Pacific Avenue to Rosser Avenue. The name of the organization changed -in 1996, Self Help Crafts of the World and became Ten Thousand Villages -but the mission remained the same. In early 2020 Ten ThousandVillages Canada announced the closure of its head office and distribution centre. Ten Thousand Villages Brandon is among four stores from across Canada that decided to remain open as an independent locally run fair trade store. Ten Thousand Villages continues to be a volunteer-based organization; some of the 15+ regular volunteers at Ten Thousand Villages have been volunteering with the organization for decades. Though the volunteers’ personal reasons for sharing their time may vary, they are all concerned about positively impacting the lives of artisans and farmers in developing countries through fair trade. This year’s anniversary celebration will be different than in past years. Since no gatherings are currently allowed, the store will be holding a social media contest to celebrate its 30 year anniversary, with 3 prizes of ten bags of fair trade coffee for the lucky winners!