Local celebrations for Canadian Film Day
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- Published on Monday, April 17, 2017
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Canada has a rich history of film excellence and this month, area residents will have the chance to see some of these movies, free of charge. Presented by REEL Canada, National Canadian Film Day is an event which helps secure the rights for community groups to show Canadian films at no charge on one day only, April 19, 2017.
Austin show supports family cancer battle
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- Published on Saturday, April 15, 2017
By Miranda Leybourne
The Neepawa Banner
The first annual Austin Toy & Collectible Show & Sale is happening at the Austin Community Hall on Sat, Apr. 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bill Reimer, one of the people who helped to think up and organize the event, says he’s very excited to show off his immense collection of farm toys. He and 17 other collectors will have two tables each to display their collectibles, and some of the items will be for sale. Reimer says collectors from all over the southern part of the province will be in attendance, including from communities such as Steinbach, Winkler, Winnipeg and more. There will also be food and refreshments.
Homebodies - Embracing technological advances
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- Published on Saturday, April 15, 2017
By Rita Friesen
The Neepawa Banner
The times they are a changing. There was a time when I carried a pocket size day minder with me, the Reader’s Digest one was my favourite – loved the monthly layout and space for notes. Well, I have embraced technology. My trusty cell phone, out dated by most standards, is my go-to. It now holds my appointments, my telephone numbers, my fitness goals and attainments and my games. All that in one little package. I am doing okay with it. Know how to enter events, scroll ahead for months and months, and prevent most double booking. I have not mastered split screen so am not certain if I could actually be in dialogue and check availability. That’s fine, for I know how to text the caller and verify details after the conversation has been completed.
Community event honours excellence, volunteerism
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- Published on Friday, April 14, 2017
By Kate Jackman-Atkinson
The Neepawa Banner
Each year, the Neepawa Rotary Club recognizes outstanding Rotarians and community members at their annual Paul Harris Night, but for 2017, they have something a little extra special planned. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Foundation and in honour of the milestone, this year’s banquet will offer a full slate of inspirational speakers and community members.
Inaugural Ag Expo a success
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- Published on Thursday, April 13, 2017
By Eoin Devereux
The Neepawa Banner
An event put together by the Neepawa Natives aimed to thank the region’s agricultural community for their ongoing support. But after it was all said and done, the first annual Neepawa Ag Expo ended up seeing the farming sector giving back to the team, and in a big way.
