COLUMN: Eye on the Arts – Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra is coming to Steinbach

The Steinbach Arts Council is bringing big city entertainment right to your doorstep with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra. Swing into a night of high-energy music and celebrate 100 years of big band hits. Enjoy familiar tunes that will have you dancing in your seat!

Don’t miss SAC’s 45th Anniversary concert season kickoff on Oct. 4 at the SRSS Theatre. Get your tickets now at steinbacharts.ca or call 204-346-1077.

Thank you to Herbsigwil Farms Ltd for sponsoring this concert.

Season Ticket Packages are still available for purchase. Save on all five concerts including Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra, Orontes Guitarists, Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Community Musical: Fiddler on the Roof, and RMTC’s Murder for Two.

Local cultural center to host Métis jigging workshop

Discover the lively dance of the Métis people with instructor Janessa Roy.

Date: Oct. 19 (Saturday)

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Fee: $40 + Membership

Learn intricate footwork, rhythmic stomping, and cultural history. Experience this unique blend of Indigenous and European influences!

Space limited. Reserve your spot today at steinbacharts.ca or call us at 204.346.1077

Join our Filipino Parol Workshop!

Craft your own traditional Filipino Christmas lantern with instructor Angelica San Juan.

Date: Nov. 30 (Saturday)

Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Fee: $40 + Membership

Learn parol history, assemble bamboo frames, decorate with colorful paper, and add LED lights. Perfect for all skill levels!

Limited spots available. Register now at steinbacharts.ca or call us at 204-346-1077.

Discover soapstone carving!

Join master carver Fredrick Spence for an immersive workshop.

Date: Sept. 28 (Saturday)

Time: 9 am. – 1 p.m.

Fee: $100

Learn Inuit and Arctic carving traditions. Transform soft soapstone into your own unique sculpture. Explore history and cultural significance.

All skill levels welcome. Limited spaces – reserve now at steinbacharts.ca or call us at 204-346-1077.

You’re Invited to Our Beer & Wings Fundraising Event

Date: Sept. 26 (Thursday), 8 p.m.

Venue: Loewen Body Shop

Enjoy craft beer, Smitty’s wings, and live music by Jaryn Friesen.

Tickets: $30 (includes concert, 1 beer, 1 wing serving)

Support kids’ arts bursaries!

Book now: steinbacharts.ca or 204-346-1077.

Journey – Hall Gallery Exhibit Opening Ceremony

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newest exhibition, showcasing the remarkable talents of Kim Gwozdz, Swetlana Stang, and Arlene Rattai. An opening ceremony for the exhibit “Journey” was held on Sept. 6. This exciting showcase will run from Sept. 6 to Oct. 11, 2024.

Our Hall Gallery has proudly showcased an array of stunning local and regional art for over 25 years. From talented student exhibitors to seasoned professional artists, our walls have been adorned with creativity and inspiration.

*Toonie admission is encouraged

Thank you to Good n’ Natural for sponsoring our Hall Gallery.

*NEW Fusion Musical Theatre

From September to April, we’ll take your 7–16-year-old on an incredible journey through a series of workshops in performing arts. Imagine them learning everything from vocal and stage presence to makeup techniques, all while making lifelong friends!

Here’s what your budding performer will experience:

• Theatre fundamentals

• Dance styles, movement, and fluidity

• Music/Staging

• Creating sets and costumes

• Theatre Makeup techniques

• Choreography Fundamentals, stage combat

• Small Group Voice lessons

• Ending with a dazzling showcase in April

Our new BTC Fusion Musical Theatre program requires no auditions – just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

To register, please call us at 204-346-1077.

Thank you to Nature’s Farm for sponsoring this program.

Become a SAC Member

Purchase your membership today and become part of something great in the community. Our 2024-2025 Membership Benefit includes:

• 10% OFF at Santa Lucia Pizza (Steinbach)

• 10% OFF at Old Church Bakery

• 10% OFF at Chicken Chef (Steinbach)

• 10% OFF specialty drinks at Coffee Culture (Steinbach)

• 10% OFF bouncy rentals at KidZone

• 10% OFF online purchases $100+ at Stone City Coffee Roasters

• 10% OFF regular games at Steinbach Bowling Alley & Bistro (excluding Birthday Party Packages)

• 10% OFF refills at Milieu Market

• 10% OFF chemicals and filters, $500 off a new hot tub, $1000 off a new swim spa at Urban Life Pools & Hot Tubs

• 15% OFF food at Doener Grill Express

• 15% OFF art supplies at Janzen’s Paint and Decorating (Steinbach)

• 20% off one 200ml/375ml bottle of infused extra virgin olive oil or balsamic vinegar at Prairie Oils & Vinegars

• $3 OFF any XL pizza at pick up at Niakwa Pizza (Steinbach

• 10% off any regular priced pack of farmer sausage at Country Meat Deli

• Concert Package savings

• Rental benefits

• Voting privileges at AGM

To purchase a membership, visit steinbacharts.ca or call us at 204-346-1077.